In a nutshell This review outlined the recommended treatment options for invasive breast cancer. Some background Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the world and it is the leading cause of cancer-related death in women. Breast cancer often begins in the milk ducts and lobules. In invasive breast cancer, the cancer moves...
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Management of prostate cancer in older men – an overview
In a nutshell This study evaluated recommendations for the management of prostate cancer in older men. Authors concluded that older men should be managed according to their individual health status and cancer risk classification, rather than by age. Some background The ageing of the population is expected to increase the number of older men living...
Read MoreTreating NSCLC in clinical practice
In a nutshell This review aimed to provide updated guidelines on treating non-small-cell lung cancer depending on the genetic profile of the cancer. The authors conclude that in certain types of cancers with genetic mutations (changes) drugs aimed at the specific mutation could be more beneficial than chemotherapy and other treatments. Some background...
Read MoreManagement of high blood pressure and high heart rate
In a nutshell This paper looked at the management of patients with high blood pressure and elevated heart rate. An elevated heart rate increases the risk of heart disease. Some background A meeting by a panel of experts of the European Society of Hypertension examined the issue of elevated heart rate in patients with high blood pressure....
Read MoreGuidelines for prostate cancer disease staging and treatment
In a nutshell This study summarized updated guidelines for risk assessment and appropriate management approaches for prostate cancer. Some background Treatment options for prostate cancer require careful assignment of patients to risk groups. The tumor stage (extant of disease) is determined by rectal examinations and imaging results. A...
Read MoreTreatment guidelines for metastatic colorectal cancer patients with RAS mutation
In a nutshell In this study, the American Society of Clinical Oncology Provisional Clinical Opinion (PCO) updated recommendations for treating metastatic (spread to other organs) colorectal cancer patients with RAS gene mutation. Some background RAS mutation (change) is one of the most common in colorectal tumors. This mutation can affect the...
Read MoreTreatment guidelines for elderly patients with colorectal cancer
In a nutshell In this study, the International Society of Geriatric Oncology (SIOG) updated recommendations for treating elderly patients with colorectal cancer. Some background Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers worldwide. The majority of colorectal cancer cases are diagnosed in people over 70 years old. The recommended...
Read MoreUpdated guidelines for the treatment of stage IV NSCLC
In a nutshell The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) gathered a panel of experts to update guidelines on systemic therapy (such as chemotherapy) for stage 4 non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). They provided updated guidelines with recommendations for first, second and third-line systemic therapy as well as targeted therapy. Some...
Read MoreGuidelines for the use of bariatric surgery in type 2 diabetes
In a nutshell This report examined current guidelines for bariatric surgery in patients with type 2 diabetes. The authors concluded that bariatric surgery may be included as a treatment option in all patients with type 2 diabetes who are obese. Some background Bariatric surgery (reduction in stomach size) can improve type 2 diabetes (T2D)....
Read MoreStereotactic ablative radiotherapy for treating NSCLC
In a nutshell This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of stereotactic ablative radiotherapy (SABR) treatment in patients with second primary lung cancer and whether CT surveillance would be beneficial to these patients. The review concluded that SABR is an effective treatment in patients with early stage NSCLC who are unable to undergo surgery....
Read MoreUpdated guidelines for treating small-cell lung cancer
In a nutshell The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) reviewed guidelines for the treatment of small cell lung cancer (SCLC), developed by the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP). Some background Guidelines for the treatment of SCLC were established by ACCP in 2013. Based on scientific evidence, a panel of experts put...
Read MoreGuidelines for the long-term care of prostate cancer survivors
In a nutshell This article evaluated recommendations regarding the continued care of prostate cancer survivors following successful treatment. The authors reported that regular screening, as well as proper treatments and lifestyle interventions, are important in maintaining physical and psychological health among prostate cancer survivors. Some...
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