BTK Inhibitors in CLL: New Clinical Evidence Reshapes First-Line Treatment

BTK Inhibitors in CLL: New Clinical Evidence Reshapes First-Line Treatment   Check back later for a possible video summary. Videos are created for most articles.     Introduction The treatment landscape for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), the most common leukemia in Western countries, has undergone a major shift with the advent of Bruton’s tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitors. These

Monoclonal Antibodies in Relapsed Multiple Myeloma: The Era of Bispecifics and Beyond

Monoclonal Antibodies in Relapsed Multiple Myeloma: The Era of Bispecifics and Beyond   Check back later for a possible video summary. Videos are created for most articles.   Abstract This paper provides an in-depth review of monoclonal antibody (mAb) therapies in the treatment of relapsed multiple myeloma (MM), with a particular focus on bispecific antibodies

Gliomas And Mental Health Issues

Gliomas And Mental Health Issues Overview Approximately one-third of adults with cancer experience common mental health disorders alongside their primary malignancy. However, it is not well understood whether this prevalence is similar in patients with brain tumors or what factors contribute to the risk of psychiatric comorbidities in this group.

Bimekizumab Proves To Be A Highly Effective Therapy For Psoriatic Arthritis Patients

Bimekizumab Proves To Be A Highly Effective Therapy For Psoriatic Arthritis Patients Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic inflammatory disease affecting joints, skin, nails, and other tissues. Because it is long-term and can vary significantly between patients, ongoing treatment is needed. Biologic therapies like TNF inhibitors (TNFi) are often combined with

Pancreatic Cancer Patients Discover Weight Measurements Can Be Deceptive

Pancreatic Cancer Patients Discover Weight Measurements Can Be Deceptive Overview Elevated body mass index (BMI) has been associated with an increased risk of pancreatic cancer (PC). However, cancer-associated weight loss occurring years before diagnosis may have led to an underestimation of this association. The extent to which this potential bias has been

Sun Protection Is Saving Your Skin From Deadly Cancer

Sun Protection Is Saving Your Skin From Deadly Cancer Overview This study examined the link between sun protection behaviors and various demographic and melanoma risk factors among patients at Australian melanoma specialist clinics. The goal was to enhance melanoma prevention strategies through tailored patient education for high-risk and specific population groups.   A cross-sectional

Skin Cancer Incidence Highest In Patients Experiencing Adversity

Skin Cancer Incidence Highest In Patients Experiencing Adversity Overview The influence of emotional states on skin conditions is well-recognized, yet the specific impact of stress on the development of skin cancer remains under-explored. This retrospective study aimed to broaden the understanding of skin cancer risk factors by examining the intricate relationship between

BTK Inhibitors in CLL: New Clinical Evidence Reshapes First-Line Treatment