Prostate Cancer Radiation Therapy Ups Risks for a Second Cancer
Although the risks of developing a second primary cancer after radiation therapy were relatively small, they increased over time.
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Laparoscopic Surgery Noninferior for Gastric Cancer at 5 Years
Laparoscopic surgery is noninferior to open gastrectomy for locally advanced gastric cancer (AGC) at five years.
A Banana a Day May Keep Upper GI Cancers Away
For patients with Lynch disease, taking a daily supplement containing resistant starch reduced upper gastrointestinal cancers by more than half.
Significant County-Level Variability Seen With Gastrointestinal Cancers
Patient and structural factors contribute to significant geographic differences in mortality from gastrointestinal (GI) cancers.
Cervical Cancer Screening Interval Extensions Feasible With HPV Testing
Researchers analyzed data from more than 1 million women to determine if screening intervals could be safely extended with negative human papillomavirus tests compared with negative cytology screen results.
More Thyroid Cancers Identified in Patients With No Symptoms
More than half of thyroid cancers are identified among patients with no symptoms.
Survival Advantage Seen for A+ADV in Advanced Hodgkin Lymphoma
For patients with stage III or IV Hodgkin lymphoma, brentuximab vedotin is associated with a survival advantage.
Diagnosis With Late-Stage Cancer More Likely Without Private Insurance
Individuals without private health insurance coverage are more likely to be diagnosed with late-stage cancer and have worse survival.
Telemedicine Success Tied to Patient Outcomes in Thoracic Cancer
Telemedicine access is lower among disadvantaged thoracic cancer patients.
Radiation-Induced Dermatitis Treated With Aloe Vera
The efficacy of aloe vera gel in reducing the severity or preventing RID in patients with head and neck cancer receiving high-dose concurrent chemoradiation treatment is investigated.
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