In a nutshell This study was an update on the guidelines of stopping tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI) therapy in the treatment of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). New guidelines confirm the safety of stopping TKI therapy in patients with CML. Some background Chronic myeloid leukemia is often treated with TKI therapy. These are drugs which...
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In a nutshell This study reviewed the 2019 guidelines on the treatment of melanoma. Some background Cutaneous (skin) melanoma (CM) is a common form of cancer. It can be aggressive if found late. New treatments are constantly being developed. It is important to review these options to improve patient care. Systemic therapy (ST) is one treatment...
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In a nutshell This study reviewed the treatment of uveitis (a form of eye wall inflammation) in patients with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). Some background Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is a condition caused by inflammation. It affects children and leads to painful swelling in the joints. Children with JIA may also develop uveitis....
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In a nutshell This article provided recommendations for the treatment of patients with multiple myeloma (MM). Some background Multiple myeloma is a type of cancer of the bone marrow that can lead to abnormal immune cells. High-dose chemotherapy followed by a stem cell transplant (SCT) remains a key part of treatment for patients with MM. There are two...
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In a nutshell This paper provides an update on the current guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of small-cell lung cancer. The paper summarized updates to immune therapy, systemic therapy, and radiotherapy. Some background Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) accounts for about 14% of all lung cancers. Nearly all of these cases are directly caused by...
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In a nutshell This study was a review of the most recent guidelines of diagnosis and treatment of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) that has transformed into aggressive lymphoma. Some background Chronic lymphocytic leukemia is a cancer of the bone marrow and immune system. Over time, it may develop into a cancer of the immune tissues called a...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This paper is about how to diagnose, treat, and follow up on non-small cell lung cancer cases that have spread through the body. The paper overall noted that non-small cell lung cancer which has spread is often very aggressive and hard to treat, and that methods of treatment are still being developed. Some background Non-small...
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In a nutshell This article reviewed the role of radiation therapy (RT) in the treatment of lymphoblastic lymphoma (LL). Some background LL is a rare type of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. This type of lymphoma develops when white blood cells, called lymphocytes, become abnormal and grow in an uncontrolled way. 90% of patients with LL have large...
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In a nutshell This study wanted to give an outline on what the current guidelines are for treating skin melanoma. The study overall said that surgery is the best way to remove the melanoma. Removing wide area around the melanoma is a good idea to make sure all the cancer cells are removed. Some background Skin melanoma can sometimes be...
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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...
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In a nutshell This study looked at the best clinical practice guidelines in the diagnosis and treatment of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). The study found that management of CML should be guided by patient age, medical conditions, and side effects of the chosen drug. Some background Chronic myeloid leukemia is a cancer of the bone marrow. It results...
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In a nutshell This article provided guidelines for the management of hyperglycemia (high blood glucose levels) in patients with Type 2 diabetes (T2D). Some background The goals of T2D treatment are to prevent or delay complications and maintain a patient’s quality of life. Management of hyperglycemia and cardiovascular (heart and blood vessels)...
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