PD-1/L1 Inhibitors: Treatment Efficacy In Urothelial Carcinoma

PD-1/L1 Inhibitors: Treatment Efficacy In Urothelial Carcinoma Overview Programmed cell death‐1/ligand 1 (PD-1/PD-L1) inhibitors represent a novel therapeutic approach for advanced urothelial carcinoma, prompting the need for a comparative assessment of their effectiveness and safety in comparison to traditional chemotherapy. To address this, a comprehensive meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials conducted until

Encapsulated Papillary Carcinoma Membrane Characteristics

Encapsulated Papillary Carcinoma Membrane Characteristics Overview This study focused on encapsulated papillary carcinoma (EPC), a type of breast carcinoma characterized by a thick fibrous capsule-like structure surrounding the tumor, often interpreted as a thickened basement membrane (BM). The primary objective was to investigate the geometric properties of the EPC capsule and determine

Ibrutinib Treatment In Waldenström Macroglobulinemia

Ibrutinib Treatment In Waldenström Macroglobulinemia Waldenström macroglobulinemia (WM) is a rare type of non-hogdkins lymphoma driven by the gene mutation MYD88L265P. Ibrutinib, the first approved treatment, is effective but can cause side effects. A study found that 27% of WM patients needed to reduce Ibrutinib doses due to side effects like

Eyelid Carcinoma (SGC): A Tool To Predict Recurrence

Eyelid Carcinoma (SGC): A Tool To Predict Recurrence Overview Eyelid sebaceous gland carcinoma (SGC) is a highly malignant condition with a significant recurrence risk. This study aimed to create a predictive nomogram for SGC recurrence based on risk factors.   A retrospective study involving 391 patients from one hospital (304) and grassroots hospitals (87)

Stomach Cancer: A Meta-Analysis Of Robotic Surgery Complications

Stomach Cancer: A Meta-Analysis Of Robotic Surgery Complications Gastric or stomach cancer prevalence varies significantly around the world, with higher rates in Asia, Africa, South America, and Eastern Europe. However, in the United States, stomach cancer is a growing concern due to its increased occurrence in the elderly population and its

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy In Patients With Insomnia And Chronic Fatigue

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy In Patients With Insomnia And Chronic Fatigue Overview This study delves into the relationship between insomnia, chronic fatigue, and the response to cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I). The research, a secondary analysis of data from a community-based randomized controlled trial, encompassed 1717 participants with self-reported insomnia. The primary

Chemotherapy-Induced Thrombocytopenia in Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma

Chemotherapy-Induced Thrombocytopenia in Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Overview This study aimed to investigate serious chemotherapy-induced thrombocytopenia (CIT) in nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC), focusing on its incidence, consequences, and predictors. The retrospective analysis of NPC patients from 2013 to 2015 revealed a 5.21% incidence of serious chemotherapy-induced thrombocytopenia. Patients experiencing severe thrombocytopenia had notably worse long-term prognoses,

Endocrine Therapy Outcomes In Senior Breast Cancer Patients

Endocrine Therapy Outcomes In Senior Breast Cancer Patients Overview This study investigated the management of early-stage, hormone receptor-positive, and human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 negative (HR+/HER2−) breast cancer in older women aged 70 to 90 years between 2010 and 2015. Specifically, it focused on patients who underwent lumpectomy and omitted radiation

Hepatocellular Carcinoma Treatment Outcomes: The Influence Of Butyrate Producers

Hepatocellular Carcinoma Treatment Outcomes: The Influence Of Butyrate Producers Overview In a retrospective multi-center study involving 747 patients with advanced hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) treated with a combination therapy of atezolizumab and bevacizumab, the influence of butyric acid-producing enterobacteria on treatment outcomes was investigated. Previous research has established a link between the gut

Control of Allergic Rhinitis and Asthma Test: A COSMIN Analysis

Control of Allergic Rhinitis and Asthma Test: A COSMIN Analysis Overview The Control of Allergic Rhinitis and Asthma Test (CARAT) serves as a patient-reported outcome measurement (PROM) to evaluate the management of asthma and allergic rhinitis (AR) within a 4-week timeframe. This systematic review aimed to assess CARAT's measurement properties. Adhering to

PD-1/L1 Inhibitors: Treatment Efficacy In Urothelial Carcinoma