Treatment of Locally Advanced Disease

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With Kevin Kalinsky, MD, the Oncology Brothers discuss the treatment of locally advanced disease, which typically involves a multimodal approach, including surgery, radiation, and systemic therapies such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or targeted agents. The goal is to control tumor spread, reduce recurrence risk, and improve survival outcomes.

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