In a nutshell This study investigated female fertility preservation (FFP) in cancer patients. They found that FFP should be discussed with all women of reproductive age undergoing cancer treatment. Some background Cancer can have many negative effects on patient health. Infertility is a particular concern for younger female patients. Pregnancy...
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In a nutshell This study evaluated long-term fatigue in patients with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL). This study concluded that severe fatigue in common after initial treatment in NHL survivors. Some background Survivors of lymphoma often develop late complications, such as side effects that last a long time. About 30% of survivors develop...
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In a nutshell This study looked at the changes in the sense of taste of children with cancer and those who received a stem cell transplant. Researchers found that taste changes in these patients were common. Some background Cancer is often treated with powerful drugs or stem cell transplant. These may have strong side effects. In children, it is...
Read MoreRisk of hepatitis B reactivation in patients with lymphomas receiving obinutuzumab or rituximab
In a nutshell This study looked at the risk of reactivating hepatitis B (HBV) infection in patients with lymphoma treated with obinutuzumab (Gazyva) or rituximab (Rituxan). Researchers found that HBV infection was reactivated in some of these patients but treatment options are available. Some background Lymphoma is a cancer of the immune system....
Read MoreDoes PET/CT scanning affect treatment and survival of patients with lymphoma?
In a nutshell This study examined the effect of PET/CT scanning on the treatment and survival of patients with lymphoma. Researchers found that PET/CT improved the management plan and survival of these patients. Some background PET/CT are types of scans that detect changes in cells and tissues inside the body. They can be used to check the sites of...
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