Leukemia, Myelodysplasia, Transplantation
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Women at higher risk of serious adverse events from cancer therapy
As cancer treatment becomes increasingly individualized, “sex may be an important consideration.”
Diminutio
“I didn’t want to meet you.” Dispelling myths about palliative care
This is the first installment of “Diminutio,” a column by Sarah D’Ambruoso, NP, a palliative care nurse in oncology. Today, she shares stories...
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Severe COVID two times higher for cancer patients
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Convenience, not outcomes may drive robot-assisted surgeries
The sale of robotically assisted surgical devices is expected to reach $14 billion by 2028. The technology is enticing to both surgeons and...
Conference Coverage
Many patients, doctors unaware of advancements in cancer care
“These patients must be spared the traumatic effects of being handed a death sentence that no longer reflects the current reality,” said Dr....
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Methylation patterns correlate with prognosis in children with T-ALL
Hypomethylation of the asparagine synthase gene was significantly associated with poor therapeutic outcome in children with T-cell acute...
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Most community-based oncologists skip biomarker testing
Survey shows that 48% of community clinicians use biomarker testing to guide treatment decisions, compared with 73% of academic clinicians.
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Immunotherapy for cancer patients with poor PS needs a rethink
Patients should not receive immunotherapy just to reduce risk of side effects, doctor says.
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Transfusions, readmissions higher for patients with CLL after cardiac surgery
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Genetic shift increases susceptibility to childhood ALL
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New treatments have transformed Ph+ acute lymphoblastic leukemia care