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Brentuximab Vedotin Combination Therapy May be Efficacious in Early-Stage Hodgkin LymphomaHun 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.
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Exploring the Value of Preoperative CAPTEM in Atypical Lung NETsGeorgios Evangelou, MD, MSc, speaks to the potential utility of neoadjuvant capecitabine/temozolomide in well-differentiated atypical carcinoids.
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Forming Connections and Making a Difference in the Brain Cancer FieldThe only way forward in the brain cancer field is to be open to mentoring others, according to Yoshie Umemura, MD.
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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.
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Starting at the Front Line in Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer As New Options Emerge, How Do You Select and Sequence?Experts in gastrointestinal cancer focus on frontline therapy options for patients with pancreatic cancer.
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3 Things You Should Know About Hemolytic AnemiasHemolytic anemias are a collection of rare but severe diseases including paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria and atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome.
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AI-Based Model May Guide Decision-Making in Kidney Cancer Based on CT, EGFRData 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.
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Spinal ATRT and Radiotherapy Case Report in an Adult ManA rare case of spinal atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor is presented in an adult man after presenting with neck pain and bilateral upper extremity paralysis.
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Profilin 1 Protein and Its Implications for CancersProfilin 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.
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The QOL Impact of Lymphedema After Breast CancerLymphedema is a common adverse effect and may negatively impact a patient’s body image.
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The Negative Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Oncology Care at an Academic Cancer Referral CenterCOVID-19 created unexpected delays in oncologic treatment. This study sought to assess the volume of missed cancer-related services due to the pandemic.
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Navigating the Impact of Chemotherapy Shortages on Cancer Care and FinancesPharmaceutical, gynecologic oncology, and physician perspectives shed light on potentially mitigating the ongoing carboplatin and cisplatin shortages’ effects on cancer care in the United States.
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The Future of Metastatic Urothelial Carcinoma ManagementClosing out their review of metastatic urothelial carcinoma management, panelists share what they most look forward to in the evolving treatment landscape.
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The Role of Postmastectomy Radiotherapy in Locally Advanced Breast Cancer After Pathological Complete Response to Neoadjuvant ChemotherapyExperts examine the case of a previously healthy woman, aged 32 years, presented to the oncology clinic with a 6-month history of left-breast tumor, mastalgia, and swollen axillary nodes.
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Investigating Prolonged Perioperative Opioid Use in Surgical OncologyRonald Bleday, MD, credits a chronic pain clinic for consulting patients who may be at a greater risk for prolonged opioid use following surgery.
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Current Treatment of Peripheral T-cell LymphomaThis review article written by Robert Stuver, MD, et al, reviews current and available treatments for peripheral T-cell lymphoma.
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Lung Cancer Treatment & ScreeningDr. Nabil Rizk, Chief of Thoracic Surgery on increasing participation and accessibility of lung cancer screening.
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Selinexor: Clinical Pearls for Current and Future Use in R/R MMDr Joseph Mikhael and Dr Hakan Kaya provide advice for community oncologists who use selinexor and discuss the future of selinexor in patients with R/R MM.
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Reducing Post-Mastectomy Disparities in Breast Cancer Minority PopulationsA study evaluating disparities in breast reconstructive surgery sought to assess the impact of culture, race, and ethnicity in minority groups.
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Expert Discusses Strategies for Managing BCG Shortage in Bladder CancerConsidering cystectomy in patients with bladder cancer may help with managing the shortage of Bacillus Calmette-Guerin, according to Joshua J. Meeks, MD, PhD, BS.
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Medical World News® After Hours: Nurse Practitioner Loren Winters Discusses Staying Balanced With Yoga and AyurvedaDuring an After Hours segment of Medical World News®, Loren Winters, MSN, ANP-BC, OCN, spoke about her passion for health and wellness, expressed through yoga instruction and Ayurvedic health coaching.
