Sarcoma & GIST
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Convenience, not outcomes may drive robot-assisted surgeries
The sale of robotically assisted surgical devices is expected to reach $14 billion by 2028. The technology is enticing to both surgeons and...
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Genes related to osteosarcoma survival identified
They predict survival and are also potential therapy targets.
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Many patients, doctors unaware of advancements in cancer care
“These patients must be spared the traumatic effects of being handed a death sentence that no longer reflects the current reality,” said Dr....
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Most community-based oncologists skip biomarker testing
Survey shows that 48% of community clinicians use biomarker testing to guide treatment decisions, compared with 73% of academic clinicians.
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Immunotherapy for cancer patients with poor PS needs a rethink
Patients should not receive immunotherapy just to reduce risk of side effects, doctor says.
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One in three cancer articles on social media has wrong info
Physician says misleading information online may be harmful to patients.
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Don’t delay: Cancer patients need both doses of COVID vaccine
For patients with cancer, immune response to the first dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is reduced, and there is a need for a booster dose at...
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Doxorubicin-pomalidomide combo shows promise for Kaposi sarcoma
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mCODE: Improving data sharing to enhance cancer care
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How has the pandemic affected rural and urban cancer patients?
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CXR-Net: An AI-based diagnostic tool for COVID-19
The tool showed promise in a pilot study.