Survival rates for incurable larynx cancer investigated for first time
First-of-its-kind research looking at survival rates for patients with incurable larynx cancer has been published.
Dec 17, 2024
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Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases: News and Research on Otorhinolaryngologic Neoplasms
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Meta-analysis links high-risk Epstein-Barr virus lineage to nasopharyngeal cancer in southern China
Researchers at the LKS Faculty of Medicine of the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) have discovered a significant association between specific Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) variants and nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC). NPC is a ...
Nov 14, 2024
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Largest T cell clinical trial in solid tumors explores potential for precision immunotherapy
The largest ever clinical trial of T cell therapy for solid tumors has ended, heralding a new era for precision T cell therapy. Led by a Singapore clinician-scientist, the multinational, Phase III VANCE trial demonstrates ...
Nov 11, 2024
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Rising rates of head and neck cancers in England
A new report has revealed a concerning rise in the number of people diagnosed with head and neck cancers in England.
Oct 22, 2024
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Three-country study provides insights into oral HPV incidence and risks in men
A new study has unveiled crucial information about the incidence and risk factors of oral human papillomavirus (HPV) infections among men in the United States, Mexico and Brazil. Moffitt Cancer Center researchers have discovered ...
Oct 21, 2024
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Q&A: Pathologist discusses another reason to vaccinate teens against HPV
In 2006, a vaccine became available to protect against infections associated with two strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV). It was a potential game-changer: These strains cause 70% of cervical cancers, 90% of anal cancers, ...
Oct 8, 2024
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Approved drug may be repurposed to treat tumors resulting from NF2-related schwannomatosis
Patients with a genetic syndrome called NF2-related schwannomatosis (NF2-SWN) have tumors that develop on the covering of the brain or grow along the nerves in the brain, spinal cord, and/or other locations in the body.
Jun 24, 2024
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Engineered bacteria deliver chemotherapy directly to tumors
Traditional chemotherapy often poses significant challenges, including severe side effects, damage to healthy tissue and limited efficacy.
Jun 6, 2024
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Using radiomics to predict hearing conditions in vestibular schwannoma patients
A recent study demonstrates that radiomics imaging analysis can effectively forecast the hearing status of patients with vestibular schwannoma. Since treatment methods, such as surgery or active surveillance, vary for these ...
May 31, 2024
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Study: Surgical intervention improves quality of life for patients with acoustic neuroma
Researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine found that using an innovative surgical approach to remove an acoustic neuroma, a slow-growing, benign brain tumor, improved hearing preservation and quality ...
May 23, 2024
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