multiple myeloma | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: The Lancet. Oncology | Added Jun 06, 2021
Reviewing treatment options for bone disease in patients with multiple myeloma
This article reviewed different treatment options for multiple myeloma (MM)-related bone disease.
colorectal cancer | Research | 10 pages | source: Frontiers in oncology | Added Jun 06, 2021
Investigating herbal medicines to reduce chemotherapy related digestive side effects in patients with colorectal cancer
The aim of this study was to evaluate herbal medicines to treat gastrointestinal (GI) side effects in patients with colorectal cancer (CRC) treated with chemotherapy. The study found that herbal medicines reduced some GI side effects in these patients.
melanoma | Research | Treatment | Guidelines | 10 pages | source: Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network | Added Jun 06, 2021
Updates to the National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines on melanoma
This study described the updates to the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) skin melanoma guidelines.
multiple myeloma | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Haematologica | Added Jun 05, 2021
Comparing carfilzomib to bortezomid combined with cyclophosphamide and dexamethasone in patients with previously treated multiple myeloma
This trial was carried out to compare bortezomib (Velcade; V) and carfilzomib (Kyprolis; K) in combination with Cd (cyclophosphamide and dexamethasone) as second line treatment in patients with relapsed multiple myeloma (MM). The authors found the KCd is as effective as VCd and K can also be used as a maintenance treatment in these patients.
breast cancer | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: PLOS ONE | Added May 30, 2021
Evaluating the effectiveness of adding targeted therapy to chemotherapy before surgery for inflammatory breast cancer.
This study evaluated the effectiveness of adding targeted therapy to chemotherapy before surgery for the treatment of patients with inflammatory breast cancer (IBC). The data showed that adding targeted therapy is more effective than chemotherapy alone for these patients.
lung cancer | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: BMC cancer | Added May 30, 2021
Comparing alectinib to ceritinib treatment for ALK-positive non-small-cell lung cancer that failed after crizotinib treatment
This study compared the effectiveness of ceritinib (Zykadia) and alectinib (Alecensa) in patients with ALK-positive non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who previously had a crizotinib (Xalkori) treatment failure. The data showed that both ceritinib and alectinib were effective in these patients.
diabetes mellitus | Research | 10 pages | source: Frontiers in Endocrinology | Added May 30, 2021
Can GLP-1 mimic drugs improve liver health in patients with diabetes?
This review looked at whether medications similar to the GLP-1 hormone can improve liver health for people with type 2 diabetes (T2D) and fatty liver disease. It found that these medications can improve liver health and reduce fat in the liver.
breast cancer | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: JAMA network open | Added May 23, 2021
Does the combination of paclitaxel and alisertib improve the outcomes of patients with breast cancer?
The authors evaluated the safety and effectiveness of paclitaxel (Taxol) in combination with alisertib (MLN8237) for the treatment of advanced breast cancer (BC). The authors observed that a weekly, reduced dose of paclitaxel combined with alisertib improved the survival without cancer worsening in these patients.
stroke | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Journal of stroke and cerebrovascular diseases: the official journal of the National Stroke Association | Added May 23, 2021
Combining theta burst and low frequency transcranial magnetic stimulation with physical training improves arm recovery in patients with stroke
This study investigated the effect of theta-burst stimulation (TBS) and low-frequency magnetic stimulation (LFMS) in patients with stroke and arm impairment. Researchers suggested that TBS and LFMS combined with physical therapy improved arm function in these patients.
rheumatoid arthritis | Research | Lifestyle | 10 pages | source: Medicine | Added May 23, 2021
How effective are resistance exercises in rheumatoid arthritis treatment?
This study reviewed the effectiveness of resistance exercise in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The data showed that resistance exercise can significantly improve disease activity in these patients.
