Cryoablation may offer greater tumor reduction and fewer adverse events than HIFU for breast fibroadenoma
Two painless options shrink breast lumps with different tradeoffs
A meta-analysis of prospective single-arm studies compared high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) and cryoablation for breast fibroadenoma…
Freezing breast lumps removes more tissue than heat but causes slightly more skin irritation in these new findings
Phase II trial of oral pamiparib in recurrent ovarian cancer after prior PARPi exposure
Pamiparib alone offers limited hope for ovarian cancer patients who have already tried other drugs
This prospective Phase II clinical trial enrolled 15 patients with recurrent ovarian cancer after prior PARPi exposure.
New data shows taking pamiparib by itself works for only a small number of women with recurrent ovarian cancer after other treatments failed
Meta-analysis finds frozen section reliable for tumor-free margins in OSCC
Surgeons rely on frozen sections to ensure clean cuts for oral cancer patients
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 19 studies (9 with complete data) assessed frozen section analysis for detecting tumor-free marg…
A new review confirms that frozen section analysis is a highly reliable way for surgeons to check if oral cancer has been fully removed duri…
Meta-analysis: Temporary uterine artery ligation reduces blood loss in myomectomy
Temporary uterine artery ligation reduces blood loss during fibroid surgery
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 857 women found that adding temporary uterine artery ligation (TUAL) to laparoscopic myomectomy …
A meta-analysis of 857 women found that adding temporary uterine artery ligation to fibroid surgery reduced blood loss and hemoglobin drop.
Systematic review and meta-analysis of unmet supportive care needs in 32,493 adults with cancer
Cancer patients need more help with information and mental health support now
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated unmet supportive care needs among 32,493 adults with cancer.
A massive review of over 32,000 patients shows that information and emotional support are the biggest gaps in cancer care today
Interferon-alpha gel reduces recurrence in nasal inverted papilloma patients compared to surgery alone
Interferon gel shows no benefit for nasal tumor recovery after surgery
This randomized controlled trial enrolled 42 newly diagnosed nasal inverted papilloma patients.
A small trial found that adding interferon gel to surgery did not improve recovery scores for patients with nasal inverted papilloma compare…
Case report on laparoscopic excision of retroperitoneal mixed type unicentric Castleman disease
Rare Mass Behind Organs Causes Frequent Urination Symptoms
This is a case report of a 52-year-old female with retroperitoneal mixed type unicentric Castleman disease.
Frequent urination led doctors to find a rare tumor behind the organs that surgery removed successfully with full recovery.
Systematic review and meta-analysis identifies factors influencing quality of life in colorectal cancer survivors
Social support and resilience boost quality of life for colorectal cancer survivors
This systematic review and meta-analysis synthesizes evidence on factors affecting quality of life in colorectal cancer survivors.
A meta-analysis found that social support, resilience, and self-efficacy are linked to better quality of life in colorectal cancer survivors…
S-1 plus oxaliplatin consolidation shows low toxicity in stage II/III lower rectal cancer patients
First study reports SOX consolidation for lower rectal cancer
This Phase I study enrolled 12 patients with stage II/III lower rectal adenocarcinoma.
A small early trial found SOX chemotherapy was safe after radiation for lower rectal cancer, with surgery completed on time for all patients…
Review of PBMC processing conditions in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma treatment-naive patients
New blood test method avoids risky biopsies for cancer patients
This observational study review examines peripheral blood mononuclear cell (PBMC) processing conditions for treatment-naive patients with he…
A new blood processing method lets doctors track immune health without risky biopsies for head and neck cancer patients.
Network meta-analysis compares exercise modalities for quality of life in breast cancer survivors
Different types of exercise improve life for breast cancer survivors
This systematic review and network meta-analysis evaluated various exercise modalities for improving quality of life in breast cancer surviv…
Many forms of physical activity, from Tai Chi to yoga, help breast cancer survivors feel better and improve their quality of life.
Meta-analysis shows percutaneous irreversible electroporation plus immunotherapy improves outcomes in locally advanced pancreatic cancer
Adding immunotherapy to ablation therapy extends life for pancreatic cancer patients
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated percutaneous irreversible electroporation combined with immunotherapy versus irreversible…
Adding immune therapy to ablation therapy helps patients live longer with locally advanced pancreatic cancer without causing more side effec…