In a nutshell This study investigated if high-dose vitamin D combined with chemotherapy improves outcomes in patients with metastatic (spread to other parts of the body) colorectal cancer. Researchers suggested that high-dose vitamin D was associated with an improved chance of survival. Some background Vitamin D is associated with the intake of...
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What is the clinical benefit of anthracycline treatment in early breast cancer?
In a nutshell This study investigated the benefit of anthracyclines (ATCs) in early breast cancer. They found that this treatment was an effective treatment in patients with early breast cancer. Some background Breast cancer (BC) is one of the most common cancers. Early BC is usually treated with surgery to remove the tumor....
Read MoreIntensive chemotherapy and breast cancer: is there a benefit to patient survival?
In a nutshell This study investigated chemotherapy regimens in early breast cancer (BC). They found that shortening the duration of treatment improved BC outcomes. Some background Breast cancer (BC) is one of the most common cancers. Standard treatment involves chemotherapy. Standard chemotherapy involves taking a combination of...
Read MoreEffectiveness of chitosan in improving sexual function after prostate surgery
In a nutshell This study looked at the effectiveness of chitosan membranes on sexual function after prostate tissue removal. It concluded that patients recovered sexual function quicker when they used chitosan. Some background Prostate cancer is cancer that starts in the prostate gland. The prostate gland is a small, walnut-sized...
Read MoreDo ACE inhibitors help with anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity in leukemia and lymphoma?
In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate if enalapril influences anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity in children with leukemia and lymphoma. This study concluded that enalapril has a role in reducing anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity in these patients. Some background Anthracyclines are a class of chemotherapy drugs that can be used for...
Read MoreAdding olanzapine to standard treatments to prevent nausea and vomiting in breast cancer chemotherapy
In a nutshell This study wanted to find out if adding a medication called olanzapine (Zyprexa) to the current treatment methods helps reduce vomiting and nausea in patients with breast cancer who are receiving chemotherapy with anthracycline. The study found that adding in olanzapine to standard treatment helped reduce vomiting and nausea compared to...
Read MoreCombinations of lenalidomide, fludarabine and rituximab for previously untreated chronic lymphocytic leukemia
In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the safety and effectiveness of a combination of lenalidomide (Revlimid), fludarabine (Fludara) and rituximab (Rituxan) in patients with previously untreated chronic lymphocytic leukemia. This study concluded that this combination was effective, but the tolerability varied between...
Read MoreOral mucositis caused by targeted therapy for colorectal cancer: which drug is safer?
In a nutshell This study investigated the frequency and severity of oral mucositis (OM) in patients with colorectal cancer treated with chemotherapy and panitumumab (Vectibix) or cetuximab (Erbitux). Researchers suggested that panitumumab ?is associated with increased levels of OM in these patients. Some background Colorectal cancer is the fourth...
Read MoreCyroablation for the treatment of early stage prostate cancer
In a nutshell This study evaluated the long-term safety and effectiveness of cryoablation (a process that uses extreme cold to destroy tissue) for patients with early prostate cancer. This study found that cryoablation is safe and effective for early-stage prostate cancer. Some background Cryoablation is a treatment option for early-stage prostate...
Read MoreEvaluating Cetuximab plus FOLFOX-4 chemotherapy for patients with metastatic colorectal cancer
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of cetuximab (Erbitux) combined with FOLFOX-4 (leucovorin, fluorouracil, and oxaliplatin) chemotherapy to treat metastatic (spread to other parts of the body) colorectal cancer (mCRC). Researchers suggested that this treatment is associated with improved cancer outcomes. Some background...
Read MoreLenalidomide consolidation therapy for patients receiving chemoimmunotherapy for chronic lymphocytic leukemia
In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of lenalidomide consolidation therapy after chemoimmunotherapy for patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia. This study concluded that this regimen improves outcomes for these patients. Some background Fludarabine (Fludara) is a chemotherapy used for the treatment of chronic lymphocytic...
Read MoreIs exercise beneficial with chemotherapy in acute leukemia treatment?
In a nutshell The study looked at the effect of exercise on patients with acute leukemia under chemotherapy treatment. Researchers found that exercise had a key benefit in these patients. Some background Acute leukemia (AL) is a cancer of the bone marrow that can lead to a weak immune system. This reduces physical functions and quality of...
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