Hyperthyroidism Treatment And Comorbid Outcomes

Hyperthyroidism Treatment And Comorbid Outcomes Overview In this network meta-analysis, the objective was to assess the associations of different treatment modalities—anti-thyroid drugs (ATD), radioactive iodine (RAI), and thyroidectomy—with subsequent outcomes in individuals newly diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. The study conducted searches in Ovid Medline, Ovid Embase, and the Cochrane Library databases for relevant

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

Colorectal Cancer: A Nomogram To Predict Metastases

Colorectal Cancer: A Nomogram To Predict Metastases Overview This study addresses the imperative task of identifying risk factors associated with distant metastasis in early-onset colorectal cancer (EOCRC), aiming to enhance understanding of its etiology and facilitate preventive treatments. The research, utilizing data from EOCRC patients in the SEER database (2010-2015), seeks to

Tongue Tumor Staging Using Artificial Intelligence

Tongue Tumor Staging Using Artificial Intelligence Overview This study addresses the critical issue of misdiagnosis in determining the stage of tongue tumor development, which can lead to varied treatment approaches and hinder patients from receiving appropriate care. The research aims to establish an automatic recognition system for different stages of tongue tumors,

Busulfan Exposure And Malignancy Risk

Busulfan Exposure And Malignancy Risk Overview The occurrence of secondary malignancies linked to busulfan exposure is deemed low but remains insufficiently characterized. Given the rising use of this alkylating agent in pre-gene therapy conditioning for nonmalignant hematologic disorders, a more precise understanding of busulfan's potential contribution to subsequent malignancy risk is essential.

Thromboembolism Risk In Pregnant Oncology Patients

Thromboembolism Risk In Pregnant Oncology Patients Overview This systematic review and meta-analysis investigated the incidence of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in pregnant individuals with active malignancy compared to those without malignancy. The study, based on seven cohort studies encompassing 5,928 individuals with both active malignancy and pregnancy, yielded the following key findings:  

Testicular Cancer And Psychological Distress

Testicular Cancer And Psychological Distress In 2020, testicular cancer (TC) affected 74,458 men, representing 0.4% of global cancer cases. Predominant among young men of European descent, TC's primary treatment involves orchiectomy, boasting a substantial 95% 5-year survival rate.  However, the aftermath includes enduring psychological distress, with 20% of men grappling with emotional

Spontaneous Bladder Rupture In Bladder Cancer Patients

Spontaneous Bladder Rupture In Bladder Cancer Patients Spontaneous rupture of the urinary bladder is an uncommon yet severe condition in which the bladder wall tears, occurring without any associated trauma or instrumentation. This means that the bladder, without any external force or medical procedure, experiences a tear or perforation. The rarity

Hyperthyroidism Treatment And Comorbid Outcomes