In a nutshell This review evaluated newly approved treatments for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. Researchers concluded that a number of recently developed treatments provide a clinical benefit for men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. Some background Treatment for metastatic (cancer that has spread to...
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Alternative hormone therapy with enzalutamide – effective regardless of metastasis site
In a nutshell This study examined the effects of enzalutamide (Xtandi) with respect to the site of metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. Researchers concluded that enzalutamide is a safe and effective treatment for all sites of metastases studied. Some background When prostate cancer spreads outside of the prostate (also called...
Read MoreThe risk of colorectal cancer after prostate cancer diagnosis
Published By : Cancer Date : Feb 25, 2016 Original Title : Risk of colorectal cancer after the diagnosis of prostate cancer: A population-based study. ...
Read MoreSearching for men with PSA levels rising after primary treatment to test an immunotherapy vaccine
In a nutshell This phase II trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a personalized peptide-based vaccine (Multi-Epitope TARP) on preventing progression of localized prostate cancer. The main outcome to be investigated is disease progression based on blood tests. The trial is recruiting in Maryland (USA). The details Immunotherapy has recently...
Read MoreCombination of vemurafenib and cobimetinib in advanced melanoma
In a nutshell The authors reviewed the effectiveness of combination therapy of vemurafenib (Zelboraf) and cobimetinib (Cotellic) for the treatment of BRAF-mutated advanced melanoma. The study concluded that a combination treatment with vemurafenib and cobimetinib is an effective option in BRAF-mutant melanoma that...
Read MoreAlternative hormone therapy with enzalutamide also suitable for older men
In a nutshell This study examined enzalutamide (Xtandi) as a treatment option for older men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. Researchers concluded that enzalutamide is well-tolerated and improves overall survival in older men with advanced prostate cancer. Some background Hormone therapy is commonly used to treat advanced...
Read MoreChemotherapy combined with biological therapy in non-small cell lung cancer
In a nutshell This review compared the combination of cetuximab (Erbitux) and chemotherapy to chemotherapy alone in treating advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The review found that combining cetuximab with chemotherapy is more effective than chemotherapy alone. It also found that although there were more adverse effects with the...
Read MoreIs prostate surgery beneficial for older men with additional medical conditions?
In a nutshell This study examined the benefits of prostate surgery among older men with high-risk prostate cancer and additional medical conditions. Researchers concluded that prostate surgery is a suitable treatment option for older high-risk prostate cancer patients with few additional medical conditions. Some background Surgical removal of the...
Read MoreIs abiraterone acetate also suitable for older men with castration resistant prostate cancer?
In a nutshell This study examined abiraterone acetate (Zytiga) as a treatment option for older men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. Researchers concluded that abiraterone acetate improves overall survival in younger as well as older men with metastatic castration resistant prostate cancer. Some background...
Read MoreRadiation therapy slows disease progression in advanced prostate cancer
In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of radiation therapy in slowing disease progression in metastatic prostate cancer. Researchers concluded that radiation to the primary tumor site improves overall survival and slows the progression of metastatic prostate cancer. Some background Radiation therapy involves directing...
Read MoreThe influence of infection on breast cancer recurrence following breast reconstruction
In a nutshell The authors aimed to assess the influence of possible infections following breast reconstruction on the risks of breast cancer recurrence. This study showed that post-operative complications or infections had a significant impact on the rates of breast cancer recurrence. Some background Breast reconstruction surgery is a procedure...
Read MoreLocalized prostate cancer: Prostate surgery and radiation therapy compared
In a nutshell This study examined the effectiveness of various treatment combinations for localized prostate cancer. Researchers concluded that prostate surgery is as effective as radiation therapy, but without the need for additional hormone therapy. Some background Surgical removal of the prostate gland and radiation therapy are both...
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