Prospective data confirm use of the automated Bone Scan Index as an independent prognostic marker of survival and other clinical outcomes in men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer, researchers report.
In an aging population with rising obesity levels, comorbidities and worse overall prognoses for breast cancer patients are a growing concern. Damien Hansra (Cancer Treatment Centers of America, GA, USA) calls for more education and preparation to combat this concerning public health threat.
This themed content collection highlights the role of liquid biopsy in the management of patients with solid tumors and evaluates the role of liquid biopsy in different types of cancer.
The presence of the BRAF V600E mutation in colorectal liver metastases is associated with a worse prognosis and increased risk for recurrence, according to findings from an international retrospective cohort study.
Prospective data confirm use of the automated Bone Scan Index as an independent prognostic marker of survival and other clinical outcomes in men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer, researchers report.
Preliminary results suggest a role for the combination of the CTLA-4 inhibitor tremelimumab and the PD-L1 blocker durvalumab in the treatment of inoperable pleural or peritoneal mesothelioma.
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Lancet Respir Med 2018; Advance online publication
Radionuclide treatment with lutetium-177-prostate-specific membrane antigen-617 shows potential for men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer that has progressed after standard therapy, researchers report.
This program was made possible thanks to independent educational sponsorship from Eli Lilly and Company. Produced by Springer Healthcare Independent Medical Education.
This program was made possible thanks to independent educational sponsorship from Eli Lilly and Company. Produced by Springer Healthcare Independent Medical Education.
