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Cancer
Bladder Cancer in Women
A case study of a 76-year-old woman presenting symptoms of increased urination frequency, dysuria, and malodorous urine, which could indicate bladder cancer, prompting further investigation and management.
October 2023
Bladder Cancer: The Forgotten Cancer
Experts warn about worryingly low awareness of bladder cancer, emphasizing the need for increased education and screening efforts to improve early detection and outcomes for this often overlooked malignancy.
October 2023
Health Consequences of Removal of the Thymus in Adults
Thymectomy in adults is associated with higher all-cause mortality and increased cancer risk, suggesting the need for careful consideration of the risks and benefits of thymus removal procedures.
September 2023
MRIs Improve Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
Prostate MRI may have value in screening for prostate cancer regardless of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels, offering potential improvements in diagnostic accuracy and early detection of the disease.
September 2023
HPV-Associated Head and Neck Cancers
This article explores factors influencing the response to treatment in HPV-associated head and neck cancers, shedding light on why some patients may respond better to therapy than others.
September 2023
Screening for Colorectal Cancer in Asymptomatic Adults
Discussion on the importance of screening for colorectal cancer in asymptomatic adults, emphasizing the need to consider factors such as age, comorbidities, and diagnostic criteria to optimize screening strategies.
September 2023
Do Cancer Screenings Save Lives?
This meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials investigates the efficacy of cancer screenings in saving lives, providing valuable insights into the effectiveness of various screening modalities and their impact on mortality reduction.
September 2023
Skin Sequelae in Patients with Infantile Hemangioma
A systematic review examining the skin sequelae observed in patients with infantile hemangioma, shedding light on potential complications and management strategies associated with this common vascular tumor.
September 2023
Obesity and Digestive Cancer
Analysis of body mass index (BMI) in early and middle adulthood reveals associations with the estimated risk of gastrointestinal cancer, highlighting the importance of weight management in cancer prevention.
September 2023
Overdiagnosis of Breast Cancer
Overdiagnosis should be explicitly considered in breast cancer screening decisions to avoid unnecessary treatments and minimize potential harms associated with detecting clinically insignificant cancers.