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The evolving treatment landscape of advanced prostate cancer

The advent of PSMA-targeted radioligand therapies and bispecific T-cell engagers has provided new hope for patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. Explore the latest evidence.

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Reassuring results for ART use in BRCA breast cancer survivors

The use of assisted reproductive technology to conceive after breast cancer in young BRCA1/2 carriers does not appear to worsen disease-free survival or pregnancy outcomes.

A-RT promising for high-risk patients with pancreatic cancer

Ablative radiation therapy can be an alternative option to surgery for the treatment of localized, resectable pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, particularly in cases of high surgical risk.

YKL-40 linked to GI cancer risk in type 2 diabetes

Raised YKL-40 levels are associated with an increased risk for obesity-related and gastrointestinal cancers, particularly liver cancer, in people with type 2 diabetes.

Gastric cancer guidelines: exploring international differences

What can we learn from the similarities and differences between gastric cancer guidelines of different countries, and how might this understanding be used to improve patient care?

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Elevate your patient care with our comprehensive, evidence-based medical education on women's health. Designed to help you provide exceptional care for your female patients at every stage of life, we provide expert insights into topics such as reproductive health, menopause, breast cancer and sex-specific health risks and precision medicine.

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Incorporating comprehensive genomic profiling into the standard-of-care for NSCLC and thyroid cancer

In this interactive webinar, experts Dr. Subbiah, Dr. Drilon, and Dr. Williams discuss best pathological practices within NSCLC and thyroid cancer, as well as how genomic testing can improve outcomes in clinical practice, using patient case studies as illustrations.

This content is intended only for US-based healthcare providers.

Supported by:
  • Illumina, Inc., and Eli Lilly and Company
Dr. Vivek Subbiah
Dr. Alexander Drilon
Dr. Michelle Williams
Developed by: Springer Healthcare
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Case Studies

Long-term outcomes after giant cavernous sinus hemangioma

Cavernous sinus hemangiomas are rare vascular tumors characterized by significant intraoperative bleeding which makes management extremely difficult. This case reports the 15 year follow up, without neurological compromise, after successful ligation of the left internal carotid artery during resection. 

Prolactinoma management: a complex path

This case highlights the challenges associated with managing an aggressive macroprolactinoma that's resistant to conventional treatments and explores the use of immunotherapy.

Zolbetuximab-related gastritis

Although gastrointestinal adverse events were not uncommon in trials of the novel agent zolbetuximab, they tended to be transient. This is the first report of delayed-onset and persistent gastritis linked to its use.

At a glance: The DESTINY-Breast trials

The antibody–drug conjugate trastuzumab deruxtecan is being investigated in the DESTINY-Breast trials for the treatment of breast cancer.

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Current Reviews

Current and future pharmacological therapies for extensive-stage small-cell lung cancer

  • Open Access
  • SCLC
  • short review

Small-cell lung cancer represents a highly aggressive neuroendocrine subtype of lung cancer. In distant metastatic or extensive-stage small-cell lung cancer, the primary treatment approach consists of non-curative pharmacological therapy.

Difficult Decisions in the Multidisciplinary Treatment of Resectable Non-small Cell Lung Cancer

  • NSCLC
  • Thoracic Oncology and Esophageal Cancer

The management of resectable non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) has evolved dramatically over the past three decades. Once limited to surgery, treatment strategies now include chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation, and targeted therapies. Despite …

MRI radiomics prediction modelling for pathological complete response to neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy in locally advanced rectal cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third commonest malignancy and the second leading cause of cancer mortality in the world [ 1 ]. Rectal cancer represents approximately one third of such CRC patients [ 1 ]. Treatment for locally advanced rectal cancer …

State of the art review of AI in renal imaging

Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) as a significant health concern, with incidence rates rising annually due to increased use of cross-sectional imaging, leading to a higher detection of incidental renal lesions. Differentiation between benign and …

Episode 15: Breastfeeding after breast cancer

POSITIVEly reassuring results from a clinical trial

The POSITIVE trial previously showed that women with breast cancer can safely interrupt endocrine therapy in order to become pregnant. But what about breastfeeding - is that possible and safe for the mother and baby?

Women can take heart from the latest findings, says Dr. Cristina Saura, as she takes us through these important clinical updates.

Dr. Cristina Saura
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CME & eLearning

Webinar

In this interactive webinar, experts discuss best pathological practices within NSCLC and thyroid cancer, as well as how genomic testing can improve outcomes in clinical practice, using patient case studies as illustrations. 

This content is intended only for US-based healthcare providers.

Supported by:
  • Illumina, Inc., and Eli Lilly and Company
Developed by: Springer Healthcare

eLearning | Interviews | Digital Treatment Map | Patient Cases (Link opens in a new window)

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Expert-led, multiformat program which will address the individualized management of NSCLC, through education on the detection of NTRK gene fusions, current evidence-based guidelines, and new and emerging therapies. Will also include guidance on integrating shared decision making into your clinical practice, drawing on insights from a patient on how best to communicate.

Supported by:
  • Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Developed by: Springer Healthcare IME

eLearning (Link opens in a new window)

The evolving landscape of metastatic urothelial carcinoma brings with it many challenges, such as optimally sequencing therapies and managing adverse events. Navigate your way through these with the Ultimate mUC challenge game and expert-to-expert interviews.

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  • Merck Healthcare KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and Astellas
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Further Reading

Minichromosome maintenance 4 is associated with poor survival and stemness of patients with pancreatic cancer

Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is one of the most well-known cancer types, with a persistently poor 5-year survival rate. We previously reported MCM4 as a molecule associated with cancer stem cells; however, its role in PDAC has not been …

A multicenter randomized open-label phase 2 study investigating optimal antiemetic therapy for patients with advanced/recurrent gastric cancer treated with trastuzumab deruxtecan: the EN-hance study

Gastric cancer (GC) is one of the most common cancers worldwide, causing more than 700,000 deaths annually [ 1 ]. Systemic chemotherapy is the standard treatment for patients with advanced unresectable GC [ 2 , 3 ]. Despite improvements in …

Initial reduction of the primary tumor or lymph nodes: which is the better prognostic factor in patients with esophageal squamous cell carcinoma receiving neoadjuvant chemotherapy followed by surgery?

Esophageal cancer is the seventh most common cancer worldwide [ 1 ]. Neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC) plus surgery is the standard treatment strategy for eliminating micrometastases and increasing resectability [ 2 – 5 ]. Recently, a triplet NAC …

Treatment of Primary Solid Renal Tumours Using Histotripsy: Study Protocol for the CAIN Feasibility Trial

Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) accounts for 2% of global cancer diagnoses and deaths, with an estimated 403,000 people diagnosed with neoplasms of the kidney in 2018, according to GLOBOCAN data [ 1 ]. The incidence of renal cancer has more than doubled …

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Prolactinoma management: a complex path

This case highlights the challenges associated with managing an aggressive macroprolactinoma that's resistant to conventional treatments and explores the use of immunotherapy.

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A-RT promising for high-risk patients with pancreatic cancer

Ablative radiation therapy can be an alternative option to surgery for the treatment of localized, resectable pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, particularly in cases of high surgical risk.

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The evolving treatment landscape of advanced prostate cancer

The advent of PSMA-targeted radioligand therapies and bispecific T-cell engagers has provided new hope for patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. Explore the latest evidence.

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Reassuring results for ART use in BRCA breast cancer survivors

The use of assisted reproductive technology to conceive after breast cancer in young BRCA1/2 carriers does not appear to worsen disease-free survival or pregnancy outcomes.

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Rare cause of a large hepatic mass

Liver metastasis as the first clinical sign of parotid gland adenoid cystic carcinoma is very rare, but shows that salivary gland tumors should be considered in the differential diagnosis of unexplained hepatic lesions.

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Compared with the general population, childhood cancer survivors have a twofold increased risk for melanoma, with substantially worse survival for those who develop invasive melanoma.

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Advances in therapeutic strategies for NSCLC

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The changing landscape of NSCLC treatment provides numerous novel options, but how can they best be incorporated into clinical practice to improve patient outcomes?

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