"Scoopers disease" is a term commonly used to describe a respiratory illness that affects people who work with birds or bird droppings. The spelling of this word can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) phonetic transcription. The first syllable is pronounced with the sound /sku:/, as in "scoot." The second syllable is pronounced with the sound /pərz/, as in "purrs." The final two syllables are combined and pronounced with the sound /dɪziz/, as in "diseases." Therefore, the IPA transcription for "scoopers disease" is /sku:pərzdɪziz/.
Scooper's disease, also known as telangiectatic osteosarcoma, is a rare and aggressive form of bone cancer that affects the skeletal system. It is categorized as a subtype of osteosarcoma, which is a malignant tumor arising from bone tissue.
The term "scooper's disease" is derived from the fact that this particular type of osteosarcoma has a characteristic radiographic appearance, resembling a scooped-out or punched-out lesion within the bone. It is also sometimes referred to as "telangiectatic variant of osteosarcoma" due to the presence of numerous blood vessels within the tumor.
Typically occurring in teenagers and young adults, scooper's disease mainly affects the long bones, particularly the femur, tibia, and humerus. It is characterized by rapid and uncontrolled growth, often leading to bone destruction and weakening. As the tumor progresses, it can cause pain, swelling, and fractures in the affected bone, sometimes with associated soft tissue involvement.
Treatment for scooper's disease usually involves a combination of chemotherapy and surgical resection of the tumor. In cases where the cancer has spread to other parts of the body, additional therapies like radiation or targeted therapy may be employed. Prognosis for scooper's disease varies depending on various factors, including the extent of the disease at the time of diagnosis and the response to treatment. Early detection and aggressive treatment are crucial in improving the patient's chances of survival and reducing the risk of complications.
A form of pneumonoconiosis occurring in the scoopers or shovelers of grain in elevators.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.