Targeted Therapy vs. Immunotherapy in Oncology: Advancements and Comparisons Since 2022 Abstract This paper analyzes the recent developments in targeted therapy and immunotherapy for cancer treatment, focusing on advancements made since 2022. It compares these two approaches by examining their mechanisms, effectiveness, and potential applications across various
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Surgical Site Infection After Hysterectomy: A Meta-Analysis Of Risk Factors In Cancer Patients
Surgical Site Infection After Hysterectomy: A Meta-Analysis Of Risk Factors In Cancer Patients Endometrial cancer (EC) continues to pose a significant threat as the third leading cause of gynecological malignancy resulting in female mortality. In the year 2020 alone, there were 417,367 newly reported cases of endometrial cancer, contributing to the
White Matter Brain Changes In Post-Chemotherapy Breast Cancer Patients
White Matter Brain Changes In Post-Chemotherapy Breast Cancer Patients Overview In this study, the objective was to evaluate white matter microstructural changes in older breast cancer survivors 5-15 years post-chemotherapy treatment. The participants included breast cancer survivors aged 65 or older who underwent chemotherapy (C+) and those who did not (C-), along
Uterine Leiomyosarcoma: A Meta-Analysis Of Systemic Therapy Effectiveness
Uterine Leiomyosarcoma: Systemic Therapy Effectiveness Overview Uterine leiomyosarcoma (uLMS) is an aggressive type of mesenchymal tumor linked to a bleak prognosis. The primary treatment for advanced uLMS is systemic chemotherapy, although the most effective regimen remains uncertain. To address this, we conducted an extensive analysis, including both meta-analysis and metaregression, aiming to
cancer diagnosis and mental health
cancer diagnosis and mental health Introduction Cancer diagnosis and treatment evokes despair in patients. Compared with healthy individuals, cancer patients are at a high risk of psychological problems. It has been estimated that approximately one-third of cancer patients in the world are affected by mental disorders, with depression and anxiety being the
