Authors



Juejing Chen, MD

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Ocular Toxicities of MEK Inhibitors in Patients With Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Jing Han, MD, and colleagues examine the prevalence and characteristics of ocular toxicities associated with MEK inhibition.





Caleb W. Schroeder, MD

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Complete Pathologic Response to Neoadjuvant Chemoimmunotherapy and Oxaliplatin-Induced Fever Associated With IL-6 Release in a Patient With Locally Advanced Colon Cancer

This case presents a patient with locally advanced, unresectable, mismatch repair–deficient sigmoid colon cancer who was treated with neoadjuvant chemoimmunotherapy followed by surgical resection leading to a complete pathologic response after preoperative systemic chemoimmunotherapy.


Claudia Tellez, MD

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Importance of a Multidisciplinary Team at a Hispanic Breast Cancer Clinic

The Hispanic Breast Cancer Clinic at Northwestern Memorial Hospital includes a social worker, nurse practitioners, a medical oncologist, a radiation oncologist, and surgeons, says Claudia Tellez, MD.


Prakash Sharma, MBBS

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Danazol for the Treatment of Myelodysplastic Syndromes: A Systematic Review

Danazol was reviewed as an effective treatment option for patients with myelodyspplastic syndromes, according to a recently published article by Sangam Shah, MBBS, et al.


Lawrence W. Liu, MD

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CARTITUDE-4 Study: Cilta-Cel vs Standard of Care for Lenalidomide-Refractory Multiple Myeloma

Panelists review the CARTITUDE-4 study results highlighting the efficacy of cilta-cel in lenalidomide-refractory multiple myeloma, addressing implementation challenges and patient preferences in varying relapse scenarios.


Julika Wirth, MD

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Value of Geriatric Assessment in Patients With Genitourinary Carcinoma

This work from Quirin Zangl, MD, and colleagues to evaluate comprehensive geriatric assessment tools to better guide patients with urogenital carcinomas perioperatively and, consequently, to intensify or reduce hospital resource use.




Sham Mailankody, MD

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Bispecific Antibodies in Relapsed/Refractory MM: Future Perspectives

Closing out their discussion on the treatment paradigm of relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma, key opinion leaders highlight key takeaways and future directions in care.


Dorothy Dulko, PhD

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Dorothy Dulko, PhD, on Social Determinants of Developing Colorectal Cancer

During Colorectal Cancer Awareness month, CancerNetwork® sat down with Dorothy Dulko, PhD, to discuss social determinants of cancer.


Samvel Iskanyan, MD

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Opsoclonus-Myoclonus–Associated Neuroblastoma With Bone Marrow Metastases: What Would Be the Best Treatment Option?

In this clinical quandary, investigators determine how to best treat patients with opsoclonus-myoclonus–associated neuroblastoma with bone marrow metastases.



Robert Mutter, MD

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Study Results Show Shorter Radiation for Breast Cancer is ‘Worthy of Further Study’

An expert from the Mayo Clinic notes that there’s also a great amount of interest in further optimizing the dose of radiation after mastectomy, especially in patients with breast cancer immediately following reconstruction.


Hun Ju Lee, MD

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Brentuximab Vedotin Combination Therapy May be Efficacious in Early-Stage Hodgkin Lymphoma

Hun Ju Lee, MD, reviews results from part C of the phase 2 SGN35-27 trial for patients with early-stage classical Hodgkin lymphoma treated with brentuximab vedotin plus nivolumab, doxorubicin, and dacarbazine.



Sarah Derby, MBChB

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Advanced Penile Cancer Presenting With Renal Failure

“MK,” a man aged 67 years, presented with fatigue and nausea to his primary care physician. CT staging scans confirmed the primary tumor and a suspicious left 1.2-cm inguinal lymph node but no distant metastases. MRI of the pelvis revealed complete replacement of the penis with tumor as well as invasion into the scrotum and bilateral groin soft tissue; additionally, early pubic bone invasion was present, with left groin lymphadenopathy. Biopsy verified squamous cell carcinoma of the penis, and discussion with the multidisciplinary team uroradiologist confirmed bony invasion.


Zev A. Wainberg, MD

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NALIRIFOX Worth Consideration in Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Says Expert

An expert from the University of California, Los Angeles suggests that the NALIRIFOX may be a beneficial treatment for patients with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma.


Nour Abdallah, MD

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AI-Based Model May Guide Decision-Making in Kidney Cancer Based on CT, EGFR

Data demonstrate the feasibility of automated glomerular filtration rate prediction to decide between partial nephrectomy and radical nephrectomy in kidney cancer, according to an expert from the Cleveland Clinic.


Fatma Betül Ayrak, MD

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Spinal ATRT and Radiotherapy Case Report in an Adult Man

A rare case of spinal atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor is presented in an adult man after presenting with neck pain and bilateral upper extremity paralysis.


Yichen Lu, MD

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Profilin 1 Protein and Its Implications for Cancers

Profilin 1, or PFN1, is a key actin-binding protein that is involved in various cellular activities, such as cell motility, survival, and membrane trafficking. By summarizing the functions of PFN1 in cancer, investigators hope to better understand the mechanisms of PFN1 in cancer progression.


Steven Chen, MD, MBA

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The QOL Impact of Lymphedema After Breast Cancer

Lymphedema is a common adverse effect and may negatively impact a patient’s body image.


Gi-Ming Wang, MS

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The Negative Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Oncology Care at an Academic Cancer Referral Center

COVID-19 created unexpected delays in oncologic treatment. This study sought to assess the volume of missed cancer-related services due to the pandemic.



Michael Ganio, PharmD, MS, BCPS, FASHP

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Navigating the Impact of Chemotherapy Shortages on Cancer Care and Finances

Pharmaceutical, gynecologic oncology, and physician perspectives shed light on potentially mitigating the ongoing carboplatin and cisplatin shortages’ effects on cancer care in the United States.



Srikala Sridhar, MD, MSc, FRCPC

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The Future of Metastatic Urothelial Carcinoma Management

Closing out their review of metastatic urothelial carcinoma management, panelists share what they most look forward to in the evolving treatment landscape.