In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of prostate radiotherapy (RT) in prostate cancer (PC). They found that prostate RT may improve survival in men with PC and fewer than 5 bone metastasis (cancer that has spread to the bones). Some background Prostate cancer (PC) is a common and treatable cancer in men. One common type...
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Is single fraction high dose brachytherapy for prostate cancer safe and effective?
In a nutshell This study examined if single fraction, high dose brachytherapy for low and medium risk prostate cancer is safe and effective. This study concluded that this treatment for prostate cancer is safe and effective, however, it should not be used outside of clinical trials. Some background Prostate cancer can be treated using...
Read MoreX-ray brachytherapy might be a safer option in the treatment of early rectal cancers
In a nutshell This study investigated the effect of X-ray brachytherapy (XRB) in the treatment of patients with rectal cancer who underwent local surgery. Researchers suggested that XRB is associated with improved outcomes and could be used instead of radical surgery. Some background Screening programs increased the number of patients being diagnosed...
Read MoreComparing urinary function after robotic surgery or radical perineal surgery for early stage prostate cancer
In a nutshell This study aimed to evaluate two less invasive surgeries in the treatment of localized prostate cancer (PCa). This study found that there was no difference in urinary symptoms 12 months after the two methods. Some background Prostate surgery is a treatment option for prostate cancer (PCa). This surgery can be carried out by classic...
Read MoreTime to lowest PSA level and the risk of death from prostate cancer
In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the link between PSA (prostate-specific antigen) levels and prostate cancer (PCa) prognosis. This study found that a lower PSA level (less than 0.2ng/ml) was associated with less risk of dying from PCa. Some background The PSA is a substance produced by the prostate. It can be used as a marker during...
Read MoreIs autologous breast reconstruction after mastectomy for invasive breast cancer safe?
In a nutshell This article investigated the long-term safety and effectiveness of autologous breast reconstruction (ABR; uses tissue from another place on your body to form a breast shape) on women after breast removal for invasive breast cancer. The authors concluded that this treatment is safe and had no effect on relapse...
Read MoreLong-term outcomes of active surveillance for localized prostate cancer.
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....
Read MoreEvaluating 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...
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