Deep Learning Models for Skin Cancer Detection
With rapid advances in the use of machine learning in the past several years, there have been exciting developments in the field of dermatology.
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Half-Time Photodynamic Therapy Effective and Safe for Actinic Keratosis
Investigators examined the efficacy, tolerability, and safety of conventional methyl aminolevulinic acid photodynamic therapy and half-time conventional red light illumination in patients with multiple actinic keratosis.
Rates of Marijuana Use in Cancer Patients on the Rise in US
Many people with cancer use marijuana, and the rates of use in the United States have increased over time.
Complete Lymphadenectomy in Melanoma: No OS Benefit Found
Female gender and ulceration were among the variables found to be predictive of a positive CLND in patients with melanoma characterized by a positive sentinel lymph node.
BRAF Plus MEK Inhibition Appears Less Well Tolerated Following Immune Checkpoint Blockade in Patients With Melanoma
In this study, approximately one-third of patients receiving the combination of a BRAF and a MEK inhibitor following anti-PD-1 therapy required hospitalization due to an adverse event.
Caregiving for Older Cancer Patients Takes Emotional Toll
Poor emotional health is common among caregivers of older cancer patients, particularly when patients have higher numbers of geriatric assessment impairments.
BiTE® Antibody Constructs and Treatment-Resistant Metastatic Melanoma
Investigators examined CDH19 and DLL3 expression and corresponding BiTE® antibody constructs activity in a panel of 14 melanoma cell lines that originated from patients who were resistant to either targeted therapy or immune checkpoint therapy.
Topical Immunotx for Actinic Keratosis May Prevent Cancer
A short course of calcipotriol plus 5-fluorouracil treatment for actinic keratosis is associated with induction of robust T cell immunity and reduced development of squamous cell carcinoma within three years.
Incidence, Site of Pediatric Melanoma Different Among Male and Female Adolescents and Young Adults
Researchers in Colorado reviewed data on melanoma in pediatric patients 10 to 19 years, finding sex-specific differences in anatomic site and incidence of the disease.
Primary Histologic Subtype an Independent Predictor of Survival in Melanoma
A comparison study of the tumor molecular profiles of NM and SSM sought to explain the distinctly different prognoses among patients with either of these 2 histologic subtypes.
Survey Shows Gaps in Skin Cancer Knowledge, Health Practices in a Population of Men
A cross-sectional survey revealed the extent of knowledge about skin cancer and skin health behaviors among residents of a Midwest homeless shelter for men.
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