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Primary dural lymphoma: a comprehensive literature review and report of a case.
Publication Type: Academic Journal
Source(s): Oncology in Clinical Practice (2450-1654). 2022, Vol. 18 Issue 5, p335-348. 14p.
Abstract: Primary dural lymphoma (PDL) is a subtype of primary central nervous system (CNS) lymphoma (PCNSL) with only an extra-axial dural location. It accounts for less than 1% of all CNS lymphomas. PDL is a sporadic CNS tumor, and in the preoperative period, ...
Lower Bladder Toxicity of Salvage Versus Adjuvant Modern Radiotherapy for Prostate Cancer Patients.
Publication Type: Academic Journal
Source(s): In Vivo. May/Jun2022, Vol. 36 Issue 3, p1375-1382. 8p.
Abstract: Background/Aim: In prostate cancer, postoperative radiotherapy timing is debated to avoid overtreatments and toxicities. This study compared acute and late rectal and bladder toxicities in the adjuvant and salvage setting. Patients and Methods: In tota...
Prognostic Factors of Survival After Radiotherapy for Lung Cancer--The Impact of Smoking Pack Years.
Publication Type: Academic Journal
Source(s): In Vivo. May/Jun2022, Vol. 36 Issue 3, p1297-1301. 5p.
Abstract: Background/Aim: The prognostic role of smoking pack years after thoracic irradiation for lung cancer needs further clarification, since previous studies showed conflicting results. Therefore, this study investigated potential prognostic factors for sur...
Biopsychosocial impact on caregivers of head and neck cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy at a tertiary care hospital.
Publication Type: Academic Journal
Source(s): Contemporary Oncology / Wspolczesna Onkologia. 2022, Vol. 26 Issue 2, p97-101. 5p.
Abstract: Introduction: Patients diagnosed with head and neck cancer are often subjected to an array of unprecedented challenges, which have seldom been scrutinized in other cancers, such as prolonged restrictions in their capacity to breathe, speak, and swallow...
Are we ready to change treatment planning for left-side breast cancer radiotherapy?
Publication Type: Academic Journal
Source(s): Nowotwory. 2022, Vol. 72 Issue 4, p247-249. 3p.
Abstract: An editorial is presented on standard treatment for breast cancer. It expresses the view that the fundamental law of radiobiology [3] postulated that highly differentiated organs with a low mitotic index are radio resistant. An overview of contouring c...
Current Trends and Challenges in Real-World Breast Cancer Adjuvant Radiotherapy: What's Going On?.
Publication Type: Academic Journal
Source(s): Archives of Breast Cancer. Feb2023, Vol. 10 Issue 1, p6-14. 9p.
Abstract: Background: Treatment of breast cancer (BC) remains a constant and rapidly evolving issue for multidisciplinary breast cancer teams. Considering the emerging understanding and advances in the biological course of this disease, new trends in radiotherap...
Implementation of 99mTc-GSA SPECT Image-guided Inverse Planning into Palliative Radiotherapy for Diffuse Liver Metastases: A Novel Approach.
Publication Type: Academic Journal
Source(s): In Vivo. May/Jun2022, Vol. 36 Issue 3, p1523-1526. 4p.
Abstract: Background/Aim: This is a report of the first clinical implementation of 99mTc-labeled diethylene triamine pentaacetate-galactosyl human serum albumin (99mTc-GSA) single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) image-guided inverse planning into pal...
Real-life Experience With Rituximab-CHOP Every 21 or 14 Days in Primary Mediastinal Large B-cell Lymphoma.
Publication Type: Academic Journal
Source(s): In Vivo. May/Jun2022, Vol. 36 Issue 3, p1302-1315. 14p.
Abstract: Background/Aim: Primary mediastinal large Bcell lymphoma (PMLBCL) is an aggressive B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), whose prognosis has greatly improved since the incorporation of the anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody rituximab into current therapeutic r...
Three Problematic Issues from a Geriatric Point of View: Cancer, Radiotherapy, and Malnutrition.
Publication Type: Academic Journal
Source(s): European Journal of Geriatrics & Gerontology. Apr2022, Vol. 4 Issue 1, p1-4. 4p.
Abstract: Cancer management in older patients has become an important public health concern due to the aging population and increased incidence of cancer with advanced age. The treatment decision for older individuals should not be constrained due to their advan...
Effects of Neoadjuvant Radiotherapy on Postoperative Complications in Rectal Cancer: A Meta-Analysis.
Publication Type: Academic Journal
Source(s): Journal of Oncology. 1/5/2022, p1-16. 16p.
Abstract: Objective. Neoadjuvant radiotherapy (nRT) is an important treatment approach for rectal cancer. The relationship, however, between nRT and postoperative complications is still controversial. Here, we conducted a meta-analysis to evaluate such concerns....