Research findings, ‘Pelvic radiotherapy and the risk of secondary leukemia and multiple myeloma,’ are discussed in a new report. Although several studies had examined secondary malignancies in patients with specific primary tumor types, to the authors’ knowledge there are very few data examining the long-term sequelae of pelvic [...]
In this recently published study, investigators in the United States conducted a study To examine the impact of age, race, and medical funding on cervical cancer survival. Study design was a retrospective chart review of cervical cancer patients Source: General Cancer News Articles Provided by Cancer Compass
Researchers detail in ‘Nonsurgical options for hepatocellular carcinoma: evolving role of external beam radiotherapy,’ new data in hepatocellular cancer. Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the sixth most common cancer worldwide and thus poses a global concern. Source: General Cancer News Articles Provided by Cancer Compass
New investigation results, ‘Primary and secondary prevention of liver cancer caused by HBV,’ are detailed in a study published in Frontiers In Bioscience. Primary cancer of the liver (hepatocellular carcinoma, HCC) is one of the most common cancers worldwide; HBV is the major cause of HCC. A vaccine that [...]
When the internal bleeding started, Ellen Pulhamus figured she might die soon. Then the 60- year-old Denver woman got the call she believes gave her the gift of time. A biopsy of the tumors from Pulhamus’ lung cancer, which had spread to her abdomen, found a very specific rearrangement of [...]
A new study, ‘MicroRNAs in ovarian carcinomas,’ is now available. “The molecular mechanisms involved in epithelial ovarian cancer initiation and progression are just beginning to be elucidated. In particular, it has become evident that microRNAs (miRNAs or miRs), a class of molecules that post-transcriptionally regulate gene expression, play [...]
The relevance of angiogenesis inhibition in the treatment of glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) should be considered in the unique context of malignant brain tumours. Although patients benefit greatly from reduced cerebral oedema and intracranial pressure, this important clinical improvement on its own may not be considered as an anti-tumour [...]
The aim of this study was to explore patients and health professional’s perceptions of follow- up service provision following treatment for ovarian cancer. In the United Kingdom, where this study took place, ovarian cancer is the most common gynaecological cancer in women, investigators in Manchester, the United Kingdom report. Source: [...]
Major risk factors for oral cancer are cigarette smoking and alcohol misuse. Among Asian populations, regular use of betel quid (with or without added tobacco) increases oral cancer risks, investigators in London, the United Kingdom report. Source: General Cancer News Articles Provided by Cancer Compass