In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the outcomes of active surveillance (AS) in the treatment of localized prostate cancer. This study recommends the use of AS for men with localized prostate cancer. Some background Treatments for prostate cancer often result in serious side effects such as impaired bowel, bladder or sexual functions....
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Evaluating epacadostat and pembrolizumab in patients with advanced melanoma
In a nutshell This article investigated the safety and effectiveness of epacadostat and pembrolizumab (Keytruda) for patients with advanced melanoma. The authors concluded that this therapy is safe and has encouraging effectiveness in these patients. Some background The immune system normally works to detect...
Read MoreIs the biosimilar drug ABP 125 as effective as bevacizumab in patients with lung cancer?
In a nutshell This study examined how safe and effective is biosimilar ABP 215 in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), compared to bevacizumab (Avastin). This study concluded that this drug is as safe and effective as bevacizumab in these patients. Some background Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is the most common type of lung...
Read MoreHow effective is conservative surgery for breast cancer in the long run?
In a nutshell This article investigated the long-term safety and effectiveness of oncoplastic breast surgery (removal of the tumor and breast reconstruction at the same time) on women survivors of breast cancer. The authors concluded that this treatment is safe and resulted in acceptable long-term outcomes. Some background Breast conservative...
Read MoreComparing robotic and laparoscopic surgery to treat right colon cancer
In a nutshell This study compared robotic and laparoscopic complete mesocolic surgery (CMS) in patients with colon cancer. Researchers suggested that both surgeries were safe and associated with excellent outcomes. Some background Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the US. After the standard treatment, 30 to 40% of the patients...
Read MoreComparing treatments for high risk localized prostate cancer
In a nutshell This study aimed to compare radiation therapy with prostate surgery used to treat prostate cancer. It found that prostate surgery had a better overall survival rate. Some background Prostate cancer can be treated using surgery or radiation therapy. Radiation therapy can be delivered externally such as external beam...
Read MoreComparing robot-assisted laparoscopic prostate surgery versus open prostate surgery
In a nutshell This study aimed to compare traditional open surgery and robotic surgery to treat prostate cancer in terms of side effects. It found that there was no difference in side-effects like sexual function or urinary problems between the two surgeries. Some background Prostate surgery is a treatment option for prostate cancer. This surgery...
Read MoreScalp cooling to prevent hair loss in patients with breast cancer
In a nutshell This study wanted to see if using a scalp cooling cap during chemotherapy stopped patients with breast cancer from losing their hair. The study found that scalp cooling help prevent the patients from losing their hair. Some background An unfortunate side effect of chemotherapy for breast cancer is that often, patients lose their hair. It...
Read MoreGuidelines for hypofractionated radiation therapy for localized prostate cancer
In a nutshell This study reviewed the current recommendations for treatment doses of radiation therapy for different stages of prostate cancer. Some background Hypo-fractionated radiation therapy (HFRT) for early-stage prostate cancer is a safe and effective treatment option. It involves a shorter course of treatment with larger doses...
Read MoreBreast conserving surgery plus radiotherapy vs mastectomy in stage 1 breast cancer
In a nutshell This study wanted to find out which treatment was better for stage 1 breast cancer, either breast-conserving surgery plus radiotherapy, or mastectomy alone. The study found that breast conserving surgery plus radiotherapy was better than mastectomy for patients with stage 1 breast cancer. Some background There are a number of treatment...
Read MoreDoes a high level of white blood cells before surgery impact outcome in patients with lung cancer
In a nutshell This study wanted to find out if having a high number of a particular white blood cell before surgery was related to a worse outcome in patients with lung cancer. The study found that having a high number of white blood cells before surgery was related to a worse outcome after surgery. Some background White blood cells are the cells of...
Read MoreTVEC as a treatment for advanced melanoma
In a nutshell This study analysed a treatment for late-stage melanoma called talimogene laherparepvec (TVEC). It found that treating late-stage melanoma with TVEC was effective, and had only minor side effects. Some background Talimogene laherparepvec (TVEC) (Imlygic) is a treatment used for late-stage melanoma which is unable to be operated on. TVEC...
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