Cancer patients - Strategic Insights Report (Page 5)

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Prognostic Factors Identified for Metastatic Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer Undergoing Radioligand Therapy

New research conducted at the Department of Nuclear Medicine, Balikesir Ataturk City Hospital in Turkiye has shed light on the prognostic factors for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) patients undergoing 177Lu-PSMA-617 radioligand therapy. The study retrospectively examined 31 patients with median age 69 (57-80) years, who received treatment between 2021

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Music Therapy Shows Promise in Improving Sleep and Emotional Wellbeing in Cancer Patients

Current research findings suggest that music therapy can be an effective adjunct treatment for improving sleep and reducing emotional distress in cancer patients suffering from cancer-related depression. A recent study published in Frontiers in Psychiatry investigated the efficacy of a novel music therapy approach, called "five-element music therapy based

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Personalized Cancer Care Abroad: Bangladeshi Patients Find Hope at Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital

Dr. Azura Deniel, a Consultant Clinical Oncologist, has made precision therapies and compassionate support available at Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital (APSH) in Malaysia, an attractive option for Bangladeshi patients seeking advanced cancer treatment abroad. By tailoring treatment plans to each patient's unique cancer profile, Dr. Azura aims to

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Peripheral Blood Cultures in Pediatric Cancer Patients: Redundant or Useful?

Peripheral blood cultures may cause unnecessary discomfort and delays in clinical care for pediatric cancer patients, according to a recent study published in Jco Oncology Practice. Researchers at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, examined the utility and clinical impact of peripheral blood cultures in pediatric hematology/oncology

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Relationship Between Preoperative Anemia and Postoperative Delirium in Colorectal Cancer Patients Explored

Recent research from the University of Tuzla has shed light on the connection between preoperative anemia and postoperative delirium in patients undergoing surgery for colorectal cancer. Conducted by a team of researchers, the study aimed to examine the relationship between preoperative anemia and postoperative delirium in patients surgically treated for

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New Research on Ovarian Cancer Reveals Improved Outcomes through Precision Medicine

Researchers at the Federal University in Brazil have developed a specialized care program for hereditary cancer patients, aiming to provide accessible and precise medical treatment through a structured care flow. The program, designed to identify suspected cases, provides genetic counseling, psychological support, and clinical follow-up. Financial support for this research

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Radiopharmaceutical Therapy Extends Survival in Patients with Metastatic Prostate Cancer

Clinical trial findings suggest that patients with limited metastases from recurrent prostate cancer can experience a significantly longer interval before disease progression when treated with a radiopharmaceutical drug before targeted radiation therapy, compared to radiation alone. The phase II LUNAR trial, presented at the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)

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Breakthrough in Cancer Treatment: American Oncology Institute Achieves Success with Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy

The American Oncology Institute (AOI) at ASCOMS Jammu has made a significant stride in complex cancer treatment by successfully performing a Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) procedure on a patient with advanced ovarian cancer. This achievement highlights AOI Jammu's growing capabilities in delivering high-end cancer care and offering sophisticated

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Two-Pronged Attack on Advanced Prostate Cancer in Sight

A study by the Institute of Cancer Research has found early evidence that combining two existing drugs could be an effective treatment for advanced prostate cancer, potentially benefiting 40% of men with the disease. The researchers discovered that using both drugs in tandem could kill cancer cells and slow tumour

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Nivolumab Plus Folfox Therapy Shows Promising Results in Gastric Cancer Patient with Hemodialysis

A 65-year-old man with diabetic nephropathy and recurrent gastric cancer with liver metastases has undergone a unique treatment regimen involving nivolumab plus modified FOLFOX6 therapy, with encouraging results despite the patient's challenging medical condition. According to a case report published in Internal Medicine, the patient's cancer

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DNA Methylation Profiles Predicting Response to Anti-PD-1-Based Treatment in Gastric Cancer Patients

In a groundbreaking study published in BMC Medicine, researchers from Guangdong, People's Republic of China, have shed light on the potential of DNA methylation as a predictive marker for the efficacy of anti-PD-1-based treatment in gastric cancer patients. By analyzing DNA methylation profiles of 99 patients treated with

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Breakthrough in Prostate Cancer Treatment: New Method Shows Promising Results

Scientists at The Institute of Cancer Research, London, have made a groundbreaking discovery in the treatment of advanced prostate cancer. By combining two existing drugs, they have found a way to slow tumour growth and trigger cancer cell death in up to 40 per cent of patients with late-stage disease.

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