• Management of radiation-induced oral mucositis in head and neck cancer patients: a real-life survey among 25 Italian radiation oncology centers. (bvsalud.org)
  • Upon graduation, she completed an internship at Massachusetts General Hospital followed by residency in the Harvard Radiation Oncology Program. (massgeneral.org)
  • As Director of the Gynecologic Radiation Oncology Program at MGH, she dedicates her time and skills to the care of patients with gynecologic cancers. (massgeneral.org)
  • The primary trial results were presented by Søren Bentzen, PhD, DMSc, at the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) 2023 Annual Meeting. (medscape.com)
  • Although the approach used in the HYPNO trial will likely allow more patients to receive treatment and will save lives in countries with limited resources, the strategy likely won't apply to US practice, noted Beadle, a professor of radiation oncology at Stanford University, California. (medscape.com)
  • American Society of Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Annual Meeting: Abstract LBA02. (medscape.com)
  • The data is to be presented at the annual meeting of the American Society for Radiation Oncology, October 31st through November 4th in San Diego. (sciencedaily.com)
  • The Division of Oncology is committed to providing innovative, timely, state-of-the art patient care. (stanford.edu)
  • Faculty clinics emphasizing subspecialty or general oncology treat patients with a wide variety of cancers. (stanford.edu)
  • I started off doing radiation oncology research during medical school. (fredhutch.org)
  • My undergraduate degree was in engineering, so the technical aspects of radiation oncology appealed to me - there aren't many fields where you can take physics and apply it in a medical setting. (fredhutch.org)
  • The practice of radiation oncology is all about the individual. (fredhutch.org)
  • Grace Blitzer, MD, is a radiation oncologist at UW Health and an assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Human Oncology. (uwhealth.org)
  • The open-label, phase III randomized trial by the Radiation Therapy Oncology Group (RTOG 9903) sought to discover if EPO, which stimulates the body's bone marrow to increase red blood cell production, would improve disease control in anemic patients with HNSCC. (drbicuspid.com)
  • The trial included 141 patients treated at 54 cancer centers from June 2000 to November 2003, and the study findings were originally published in 2007 ( International Journal of Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics , November 2007, Vol. 69:4, pp. 1008-1017). (drbicuspid.com)
  • RTOG 9903 was aimed at improving the outcomes of anemic patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma by restoring their hemoglobin levels to normal," lead author George Shenouda, MD, associate professor of oncology and otolaryngology at McGill University Health Centre in Montréal, said in a statement. (drbicuspid.com)
  • Editorial Board members provided observations of the implications of the pandemic on providing care to surgical oncology patients. (springer.com)
  • To this end, a panel of editors of the Annals of Surgical Oncology were invited to reflect upon those strategies that have allowed institutions to successfully prepare for cancer care during COVID-19 as well as others that will help hospitals and surgical oncologists manage the expected challenges at the intersection of COVID-19 and cancer care. (springer.com)
  • The panel provides perspectives on: (1) creating a safe environment for surgical oncology care, (2) redirecting the multidisciplinary model to guide surgical decisions, (3) harnessing telemedicine to accommodate requisite physical distancing, (4) understanding interactions between SARS CoV-2 and cancer therapy, (5) considering the ethical impact of professional guidelines for surgery prioritization, and (6) advocating for our patients who require oncologic surgery in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. (springer.com)
  • The follow-up results of 12 patients diagnosed with cancer of the head-and-neck and treated in a prospective clinical trial were reported in the International Journal of Radiation Oncology, Biology & Physics (online version available: www.redjournal.org). (scienceblog.com)
  • He completed his residency in Radiation Oncology at Yale New Haven Hospital. (yalecancercenter.org)
  • During his PhD training and time as a Holman Research Pathway Fellow, Dr. Hayman focused his research on basic and translational radiation oncology with an emphasis on the discovery of determinants of cellular radiosensitivity. (yalecancercenter.org)
  • Support Care Cancer;32(1): 38, 2023 Dec 19. (bvsalud.org)
  • Clin Lung Cancer 24(5): 474-482, July 2023. (upenn.edu)
  • Clin Lung Cancer S1525-7304(23): 00124-9, June 2023. (upenn.edu)
  • 1 2 The American Cancer Society estimates 54,540 new cases and 11,580 deaths due to cancers of the oral cavity and pharynx in 2023. (cancerquest.org)
  • Radiation -induced oral mucositis (RIOM) is the most frequent side effect in head and neck cancer (HNC) patients treated with curative radiotherapy (RT). (bvsalud.org)
  • Patients often can't travel far for treatment or afford to stay near a treatment center for the length of time required for conventionally fractionated radiotherapy. (medscape.com)
  • A hypofractionated radiotherapy regimen with or without weekly cisplatin may be a viable alternative for patients with locally advanced head and neck cancer in these settings. (medscape.com)
  • Granulocytes from 15 oral cancer patients were collected and tested for phagocytic activity, by assessing the percent phagocytosis and phagocytic index of the granulocytes towards candida albicans before and after radiotherapy. (amrita.edu)
  • Radiotherapy for cancer treatment is often associated with skin damage that can lead to incapacitating hard-to-heal wounds. (mdpi.com)
  • In the case reports described herein, we performed stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) on three patients with inoperable or surgery-rejected localized UTCC. (hindawi.com)
  • We herein presented three patients with localized UTCC who were treated with stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT). (hindawi.com)
  • Radiotherapy for head and neck cancers can result in extensive damage to the salivary glands, significantly affecting patient quality of life. (cdc.gov)
  • Artificial intelligence-supported applications in head and neck cancer radiotherapy treatment planning and dose optimisation. (cdc.gov)
  • Evaluation of salivary gland function before and after salivary gland sparing radiotherapy in head-neck cancers. (who.int)
  • response relationship of submandibular gland sparing radiotherapy in head-neck cancers. (who.int)
  • The decision to treat the patient with concurrent chemoradiation therapy rather than surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy individually should be made by a multidisciplinary tumor board (including a medical oncologist, a radiation therapist, and an ENT surgeon). (medscape.com)
  • Written By: Katharine Price, MD In my experience as a head and neck medical oncologist, fear of long-term side effects of cancer treatment is second only to the fear of cancer recurrence. (spohnc.org)
  • What do you enjoy about being a radiation oncologist? (fredhutch.org)
  • As a radiation oncologist, there is a real opportunity to help guide people all the way through their cancer care. (fredhutch.org)
  • I am a radiation oncologist at the Peninsula clinic in Poulsbo, Washington. (fredhutch.org)
  • Gregory Biedermann, MD, is a radiation oncologist who has practiced in Columbia since 2009. (muhealth.org)
  • Dr. Gregory Biedermann, MD, is a radiation oncologist trained in the specialized treatment of head and neck cancers and brain tumors through novel therapeutic approaches. (muhealth.org)
  • A subset of patients with relatively small tumors and no lymph node involvement did very well. (nih.gov)
  • RATIONALE: Radiation therapy uses high-energy x-rays to kill tumor cells and shrink tumors. (ucdavis.edu)
  • The study, conducted at Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, analyzed tumors from sequentially treated patients between 2007 and 2009 with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma that were treated with cetuximab and intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT). (sciencedaily.com)
  • We found a statistically significant higher progression free survival rates when comparing the outcomes of patients with HPV-positive tumors to those with HPV-negative tumors," explains Keith Unger, MD, lead author of the study. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Radiation therapy uses high energy rays, such as X-rays, to destroy cancer cells and shrink tumors in different parts of the body. (stlukesonline.org)
  • Selected patients with advanced or metastatic disease may receive surgical resection of their primary tumors, depending on their response to first-line therapy. (medscape.com)
  • The investigators found no increased risk of death from cancers of the head and neck, nor from brain tumors. (cdc.gov)
  • In an analysis of the cancer incidence among 4,339 NRI-treated Dutch patients in the same Netherlands cohort (Ronckers et al, 2002b), the investigators found no elevated risk of cancer in general, nor of tumors of the head and neck in particular, compared to the 4,109 untreated participants. (cdc.gov)
  • The same researchers (Ronckers et al, 2002a) evaluated the occurrence of nonmelanoma skin cancer, benign tumors, and hormonal disorders in the same Dutch cohort. (cdc.gov)
  • They found that the exposed population (3,440 patients) was not at increased risk of thyroid disorders or benign head and neck tumors, including pituitary adenomas and salivary gland tumors. (cdc.gov)
  • however, my areas of special interest include head and neck cancers, central nervous system (CNS) tumors, lung cancer and gastrointestinal malignancies. (fredhutch.org)
  • Head and Neck cancers are the 6th most common type of cancer in the world and account for 6% of all tumors. (cancerquest.org)
  • And the combination of these two biomarkers reliably detects head and neck tumors, the research shows. (drbicuspid.com)
  • New York University researchers suggest that ORAI1 calcium channel activity in oral cancer cells could be targeted to reduce the growth of oral tumors and reduce pain, according to a study that was recently published in Science Signaling . (drbicuspid.com)
  • Otolaryngologists are also experts in the management of head and neck tumors (e.g., thyroid and salivary gland), chronic pediatric infections (tonsillectomies, adenoidectomies, and tympanostomy tube placement), facial trauma and cosmetic deformities, and diseases of the airway and phonation (laryngoscopy, bronchoscopy, palate surgery for snoring and sleep apnea), and assessing and treating hearing loss in adults and children. (northwestern.edu)
  • He is an expert in treating head and neck cancer and brain tumors by using stereotactic radiosurgery, internal radiation therapy (brachytherapy) and theranostics. (muhealth.org)
  • Surgery combined with radiation is one of the most common treatments for malignant tumors in the head and neck. (bvsalud.org)
  • Overview of Head and Neck Tumors Head and neck cancer develops in almost 65,000 people in the United States each year. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Dr. Colasanto and his associatesare to be commended forskillfully and comprehensivelyreviewing the issues concerning theprovision of nutritional support to patientsundergoing radiation therapy.Their recommendations are well supportedby review of scientific studies,and the article is written in such a wayas to be accessible to those not fullyversed in prescribing nutritional support.There remain a few points thatdeserve discussion. (cancernetwork.com)
  • Dr. Colasanto and his associates are to be commended for skillfully and comprehensively reviewing the issues concerning the provision of nutritional support to patients undergoing radiation therapy. (cancernetwork.com)
  • 2] This supports our practice of insisting that every patient undergoing combined chemotherapy and radiation therapy to the upper aerodigestive tract receive a feeding gastrostomy. (cancernetwork.com)
  • Between June 2005 and August 2008, 59 patients with HNC that underwent pretreatment FDG-PET studies received neoadjuvant chemotherapy and radiation therapy. (nih.gov)
  • Determine the toxicity and response to cisplatin, paclitaxel and radiation therapy in these patients. (knowcancer.com)
  • Radiation therapy is administered once daily on days 1-5. (knowcancer.com)
  • INTRODUCTION We prospectively evaluated morphologic and functional changes in the carotid arteries of patients treated with unilateral neck radiation therapy (RT) for head and neck cancer. (medrxiv.org)
  • When patients with cancer are treated with radiation therapy (with or without chemotherapy), more than half will develop moderate to severe therapy-induced symptoms by the time they complete their treatments. (isoqol.org)
  • Similarly, we found in a previous study of patients with head and neck cancer that two-thirds will have developed multiple symptoms by the time they complete their radiation or chemoradiation therapy, such that they might not be able to eat or even drink. (isoqol.org)
  • Such a pathway could guide clinicians in handling the multiple challenges that patients face, not only in the clinic, but also when patients are on their own after discharge from therapy. (isoqol.org)
  • Toward resolving this situation for patients with head and neck cancer, we conducted a study to identify the most-severe symptom burden reported by patients during the 8 weeks after radiation or chemoradiation therapy was completed. (isoqol.org)
  • At the end of the therapy, approximately two-thirds of patients reported the following as their most-severe symptoms: mucus, difficulty swallowing, lack of appetite, change in how things taste, and pain. (isoqol.org)
  • With her expertise in the latest radiation technologies including brachytherapy, IMRT/VMAT, and proton therapy, she is committed to providing the highest quality of evidence-based and compassionate care. (massgeneral.org)
  • Intensity modulated radiation therapy has changed the way radiation oncologists think about head and neck cancer. (houstonmethodist.org)
  • This article examines the use of intensity modulated radiation therapy in the treatment of head and neck cancer to decrease xerostomia. (houstonmethodist.org)
  • This randomized phase 3 trial studies how well modified Dakin's solution works in reducing radiation-induced dermatitis, a common skin reaction to radiation therapy, in patients with head and neck cancer undergoing radiation therapy. (stanford.edu)
  • Modified Dakin's solution may reduce inflammation in the body, which may prevent or reduce dermatitis after radiation therapy. (stanford.edu)
  • Radiation therapy in this study is regulatory medical care based on the patient's needs and the radiation oncologist's judgment. (stanford.edu)
  • This is a trial that directly informs how you can effectively deliver radiation therapy to patients in a resource-scarce environment. (medscape.com)
  • It is not yet known whether radiation therapy is more effective with cisplatin or cetuximab in treating oropharyngeal cancer . (ucdavis.edu)
  • PURPOSE: This phase III trial is studying radiation therapy with cisplatin or cetuximab to see how well it works in treating patients with oropharyngeal cancer. (ucdavis.edu)
  • After completion of study therapy, patients are followed up at 1-3 months, every 3 months for 2 years, every 6 months for 3 years, and then annually thereafter. (ucdavis.edu)
  • Studies have shown higher survival rates for people with head and neck cancers that test positive for HPV when they are treated with systemic chemotherapy and radiation therapy. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Now a new study suggests outcomes are also better when radiation therapy is combined with cetuximab, a targeted therapy. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Dr. Lalla has published over 100 scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals, including 23 systematic reviews and evidence-based guidelines such as the 2020 clinical practice guideline for the management of mucositis secondary to cancer therapy published in the journal Cancer . (ada.org)
  • Another avenue of radiation therapy was also developing around this time. (popsci.com)
  • A combination of radiation therapy and immunotherapy may lead to encouraging survival outcomes and. (dentistrytoday.com)
  • Side effects from radiation therapy are a problem. (stlukesonline.org)
  • And with new technology, people getting radiation therapy have fewer problems than in the past. (stlukesonline.org)
  • Systemic radiation therapy. (stlukesonline.org)
  • Fractionated radiation therapy. (stlukesonline.org)
  • Stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT). (stlukesonline.org)
  • Targeted radiation therapy. (stlukesonline.org)
  • Radiation therapy may be given before surgery to shrink a tumor, such as with bladder cancer. (stlukesonline.org)
  • Radiation therapy may be given when a person with cancer is not well enough for other treatment, such as surgery. (stlukesonline.org)
  • Damage to normal cells during radiation therapy may cause side effects. (stlukesonline.org)
  • Skin changes are common with radiation therapy. (stlukesonline.org)
  • Good skin care is important during radiation therapy. (stlukesonline.org)
  • Primary treatment for oropharyngeal cancers is surgical resection or definitive radiation therapy. (medscape.com)
  • Radiation therapy is preferred for patients who may not be able to tolerate surgery. (medscape.com)
  • however, definitive radiation therapy, concurrent chemoradiation alone or after surgery, and induction therapy followed by concurrent chemoradation are alternative options for patients who are not candidates for surgery alone. (medscape.com)
  • Concurrent chemoradiation therapy is the current standard of care for patients with locally advanced squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck. (medscape.com)
  • preferred interval between resection and postoperative radiation therapy is ≤ 6wk. (medscape.com)
  • This study will use a new way of administering radiation therapy for HNSCC called Magnetic Resonance-guided Radiation Therapy (MRgRT), MRgRT uses weekly MRI scans to track how your cancer changes over the course of treatment. (froedtert.com)
  • Subjects in this study will also receive the immunotherapy drug Atezolizumab during and after radiation therapy. (froedtert.com)
  • Researchers hope that this treatment plan will result in better outcomes and fewer adverse effects compared to standard radiation therapy. (froedtert.com)
  • Patients with larger or more advanced disease who are treated with surgery will frequently receive post-operative radiation therapy. (spohnc.org)
  • The primary purpose of this study is to assess novel tumor genomic biomarkers (TRAF3 and CYLD gene defects and HPV integration) of recurrence risk in patients with Human papillomavirus+oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (HPV+OPSCC) undergoing curative-intent therapy. (mayo.edu)
  • Prior history of radiation therapy to the head and neck. (mayo.edu)
  • At five-year follow-up, the local-regional failure rate was lower (39%) for patients who received radiation therapy or chemoradiation without EPO and higher (46%) for patients who received EPO. (drbicuspid.com)
  • Of the 141 patients, 69 received radiation therapy or chemotherapy plus radiation, while 72 patients received radiation therapy or chemotherapy plus radiation with EPO. (drbicuspid.com)
  • Side Effects Of Radiation Therapy? (rgcirc.org)
  • Approximately two weeks after the first treatment you may begin to experience side effects, or symptoms caused by radiation therapy. (rgcirc.org)
  • Researchers from South Carolina have been awarded a $3.5 million grant to reduce delays in radiation therapy for head and neck cancers. (drbicuspid.com)
  • He works closely with the Molecular Imaging and Theranostics Center (MITC) with the goals of developing novel and personalized imaging and radiopharmaceutical therapy to his patients. (muhealth.org)
  • Most head-and-neck cancers that recur locally after prior full-dose conventional radiation therapy respond to Boron Neutron Capture Therapy (BNCT). (scienceblog.com)
  • All patients had cancer of the head-and-neck that had recurred locally after surgery and conventional radiation therapy. (scienceblog.com)
  • Adverse effects of treatment were moderate and resembled those of conventional radiation therapy. (scienceblog.com)
  • Boron neutron capture therapy (BNCT) is a form of targeted radiation treatment for cancer. (scienceblog.com)
  • Boron-mediated targeting of radiation allows treatment of patients who can no longer be treated with conventional radiation therapy. (scienceblog.com)
  • Boneca Corporation's clinical research program includes also a phase I/II study that evaluates BNCT in the treatment of primary glioblastoma (a highly malignant brain tumour) and another clinical trial that assesses safety and efficacy of BNCT in the treatment of glioblastomas and anaplastic astrocytomas (a type of brain tumour) that have recurred after conventional radiation therapy. (scienceblog.com)
  • In the interview, Kimple also provided insight into a new regenerative therapy that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently gave approval to test in clinical trials to treat radiation-induced xerostomia, also known as dry mouth. (curetoday.com)
  • Morley L , McAndrew A , Tse K , Rakaric P , Cummings B , Cashell A . Patient and staff assessment of an audiovisual education tool for head and neck radiation therapy. (cdc.gov)
  • Hence, this study's aim was to perform a literature review addressing the main complications arising form radiation therapy while emphasizing the conduct of dental surgeons in the face of these changes. (bvsalud.org)
  • Because a high percentage of these cancer patients are diagnosed in advanced stages, the treatment is increasingly invasive, including surgery, radiation therapy, or chemotherapy applied in isolation or in association with other treatment, depending on the tumor's site, histological degree, clinical stage, and the patient's physical condition 1 . (bvsalud.org)
  • Approximately 60% of the patients receive radiation therapy to treat head and neck cancer and most receive the combined therapy so that the development of a series of changes is expected to affect the oral cavity 5 . (bvsalud.org)
  • As a consequence, non-neoplastic cells exposed to radiation are subjected to destruction, a fact that limits the dosage to be used in cancer therapy 6 . (bvsalud.org)
  • If risk of recurrence is high, radiation therapy is given postoperatively. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Patients with head and neck cancer receiving submandibular gland plus parotid sparing volumetric modulated arc therapy. (who.int)
  • Infection with cancer-causing types of human papillomavirus (HPV), especially HPV type 16 , is a risk factor for oropharyngeal cancers that involve the tonsils or the base of the tongue ( 10 - 12 ). (cancer.gov)
  • In the United States, the incidence of oropharyngeal cancers caused by HPV infection is increasing, while the incidence of oropharyngeal cancers related to other causes is falling ( 10 ). (cancer.gov)
  • About three-quarters of all oropharyngeal cancers are caused by chronic HPV infection ( 13 , 14 ). (cancer.gov)
  • In some countries, human papillomavirus (HPV) is found in most oropharyngeal cancers, a subset of head and neck cancers. (cdc.gov)
  • It is thus conceivable that HPV vaccines developed to prevent cervical cancer might also prevent some oropharyngeal cancers. (cdc.gov)
  • When describing the effect of cancer on nutrition, the authors state that the tumor will compete with the host for nutrients. (cancernetwork.com)
  • To evaluate the prognostic value of the metabolic tumor volume measured on 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography (FDG-PET) imaging and other clinical factors in patients treated for locally advanced head-and-neck cancer (HNC) at a single institution. (nih.gov)
  • Quantitative measurement of tumor volume separates patients with a good prognosis from those with a poorer prognosis. (nih.gov)
  • [ 1 ] the Cancer Genome Anatomy Project index of tumor genes has classified more than 40,000 genes directly or indirectly involved in one or more cancers. (medscape.com)
  • After stratification by performance status, tumor subsite, institution, and previous treatment with chemotherapy, the 792 patients in the trial were randomly assigned in a 1:1 ratio to receive either 66 Gy in 33 fractions 6 days each week over 5.5 weeks, or 55 Gy in 20 fractions 5 days per week over 4 weeks. (medscape.com)
  • A tumor had grown from behind his nose to the base of his skull and was working its way into his neck. (popsci.com)
  • What's more, "the radiation was not really able to penetrate into, say, a head-neck tumor. (popsci.com)
  • Recovery depends on the tumor site, the stage and grade of the cancer, and the amount of healthy tissue that is affected during treatment. (stlukesonline.org)
  • Treatment plans for all disease stages should be discussed at a multidisciplinary tumor conference involving ENT surgeons, radiation oncologists, and medical oncologists. (medscape.com)
  • This makes it possible to increase the dose of radiation given to specific areas that need it while reducing the dose of radiation given to specific areas where the tumor is getting smaller. (froedtert.com)
  • As part of Fred Hutch, our community oncologists offer patients multidisciplinary tumor board opinions, clinical trials and expertise in treating a variety of cancers. (fredhutch.org)
  • It is important for us to be aware that EPO is a growth factor and, as such, may stimulate the growth of cancer cells, resulting in decreased tumor control. (drbicuspid.com)
  • The CD44 protein is involved in normal cell functions, but in cancer it is over expressed and appears in alternative forms that are also involved in tumor formation. (drbicuspid.com)
  • We wondered whether some of the cancers were being missed because the CD44 gene can get turned off later on in the process of tumor formation. (drbicuspid.com)
  • Sometimes, cancerous squamous cells can be found in the lymph nodes of the upper neck when there is no evidence of cancer in other parts of the head and neck, possibly because the original primary tumor is too small. (cancer.gov)
  • 3 state no systemic treatment for cancer is currently available with the ability to destroy tumor cells without causing the death of at least some normal cells. (bvsalud.org)
  • If not, the tumor can be treated with radiation. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Oncologists told him that there was just as good a chance that the tumor would shrink with radiation and chemotherapy as it would with surgery. (cdc.gov)
  • But the tumor had shrunk to the point that doctors could no longer detect cancer. (cdc.gov)
  • Our scientists pursue every aspect of cancer research-from exploring the biology of genes and cells, to developing immune-based treatments, uncovering the causes of metastasis, and more. (mskcc.org)
  • Head and neck cancer treatments can affect eating, speaking, breathing and personal appearance. (atlantichealth.org)
  • Doing so will improve your breathing, help with pain management and empower you to cope with your cancer treatments. (atlantichealth.org)
  • June 17, 2019 Head and neck cancer is an aggressive type of cancer that often recurs, despite patients undergoing harsh treatments. (sciencedaily.com)
  • As part of our mission to eliminate cancer, MD Anderson researchers conduct hundreds of clinical trials to test new treatments for both common and rare cancers. (mdanderson.org)
  • We hope the information from this study will help us develop better treatments for head and neck cancer. (froedtert.com)
  • However, physicians may consider performing thorough head and neck examinations of patients with a history of NRI treatments. (cdc.gov)
  • In addition, physicians who provide care for patients born before 1960 with head and neck complaints should ask the patients whether they have a history of NRI or other head and neck radiation treatments. (cdc.gov)
  • Our Specialty Teams and Treatments (STAT) Clinic gives people with head and neck cancer the opportunity to visit with specialist head and neck surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists, as well as speech and communication therapists to get answers and start treatment faster to achieve better outcomes. (wellstar.org)
  • She is currently involved in research to improve treatments for head and neck cancer and uterine cancer. (uwhealth.org)
  • Outside of drinking plenty of water or avoiding foods that can induce dry mouth, Dr. Randy Kimple notes that there are very few effective treatments for patients who experience cancer treatment-related dry mouth. (curetoday.com)
  • 1. Continue the follow-up studies of existing cohorts, and if possible, combine the data from these studies, include noncancer endpoints in the follow-up studies, and evaluate the results of the follow-up studies before considering an additional cancer incidence study of persons who received NP radium treatments. (cdc.gov)
  • 2. Veterans who received NP radium treatments should be provided access to the Ionizing Radiation Registry maintained by the VA and to priority medical care at VA medical facilities. (cdc.gov)
  • 3. Rather than screening asymptomatic persons, physicians should be educated about how to obtain more complete and accurate histories from patients who received NP radium treatments. (cdc.gov)
  • Editorial Note: Nasopharyngeal radium was one of several radiation treatments used to treat benign conditions before 1950. (cdc.gov)
  • Introduction:Head‑and‑neck cancer (HNC) treatments are elusive, and the hunt for an appropriate radiation strategy continues.Hypofractionation has the potential to provide several advantages, including a shorter overall duration that reduces rapid repopulation, dosage escalation with a higher biologically effective dose, and patient convenience. (who.int)
  • Lewis had seven chemotherapy treatments and 35 radiation treatments over the course of the next seven weeks. (cdc.gov)
  • these are not classified as head and neck cancers. (cancerquest.org)
  • Cancers of the brain, the eye, the esophagus, the thyroid gland, and the skin of the head and neck are not usually classified as head and neck cancers. (cancer.gov)
  • Patients receive no treatment on days 6-13. (knowcancer.com)
  • Radiation oncologists use a patient-centered approach and individualized treatment plans. (uclahealth.org)
  • This study is designed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a novel treatment paradigm in HPV+ head and neck cancer. (uclahealth.org)
  • This study hypothesizes that this novel treatment regimen will cause much less long-term toxicity while maintaining excellent cancer control. (uclahealth.org)
  • The process we used is highly flexible and can be deployed to identify the crucial symptoms related to any cancer type or treatment modality. (isoqol.org)
  • When you have radiation treatment for cancer, your body goes through changes. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Two weeks after radiation treatment starts, you might notice changes in your skin. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Your body hair will fall out 2 to 3 weeks after radiation treatment starts, but only in the area being treated. (medlineplus.gov)
  • When you have radiation treatment, color markings are drawn on your skin. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Take good care of your mouth during cancer treatment. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Whether different strategies could impact patients ' compliance and overall treatment time of the radiation course is still unclear and needs further investigation. (bvsalud.org)
  • Previous diagnosis and treatment of a head and neck cancer confer a higher risk of developing a second head and neck cancer or recurrence. (wikipedia.org)
  • The treatment of head and neck cancer has evolved from conventional fields encompassing large volumes of normal tissue to focused treatment aimed at conforming the dose around the target while avoiding normal tissue. (houstonmethodist.org)
  • Using the concepts of conformal treatment and avoidance, the therapeutic ratio can be improved and technology exploited to the patients' advantage. (houstonmethodist.org)
  • In the HYPNO trial, Bentzen and colleagues wanted to determine whether a streamlined approach to the treatment of patients in low- and middle-income countries could improve access to care and still achieve strong outcomes. (medscape.com)
  • Patients are randomized to 1 of 2 treatment arms. (ucdavis.edu)
  • However, recurrence was detected in the bladder of one patient 22 months after the treatment. (hindawi.com)
  • SBRT may become one of the treatment options for inoperable or surgery-rejected UTCC patients. (hindawi.com)
  • No acute radiation-related adverse events were observed during the treatment. (hindawi.com)
  • The patient died from the exacerbation of rheumatism 33 months after the radiation treatment. (hindawi.com)
  • The patient died of severe bacterial pneumonia 13 months after the radiation treatment. (hindawi.com)
  • The experimental treatment worked by training a beam of radiation on a patient and damaging the DNA of any cell caught in the crossfire , preventing them from replicating further. (popsci.com)
  • Speech and swallowing function after head and neck cancer treatment. (mdanderson.org)
  • Or it may be given after other treatment, such as after surgery for breast cancer. (stlukesonline.org)
  • Studies will vastly improve physicians' ability to find the best course of treatment for each patient. (evms.edu)
  • By improving diagnosis and treatment, the survival rate increases, as does the hope that we can beat cancer once and for all. (evms.edu)
  • This treatment is investigational, meaning it has not been approved by the FDA for the treatment of your cancer. (froedtert.com)
  • Written by Lisa M. Miller, DPT From the time of initial cancer diagnosis, there are things you can do to help your quality of life and outlook for each day throughout your cancer treatment plan. (spohnc.org)
  • Planned for receipt of definitive cancer treatment. (mayo.edu)
  • Patients must be deemed able to comply with the treatment plan and follow-up schedule. (mayo.edu)
  • Although these studies identify possible associations between NRI treatment and health effects, the findings are not consistent and thus no clear link between NRI exposure and cancer risk has been established. (cdc.gov)
  • Because the diseases that could be associated with this treatment are rare and the treatment may confer a modest additional risk of those diseases, CDC does not recommend screening for all patients who received the treatment. (cdc.gov)
  • Coordinating treatment for your head or neck cancer with multiple cancer experts once required making several appointments, balancing schedules and repeatedly driving back and forth to doctors' offices. (wellstar.org)
  • Utilizing the expertise of some of the most specialized medical professionals in the area, the STAT Clinic for Head and Neck Cancer takes an innovative approach to treatment. (wellstar.org)
  • Serving as a navigator for patients who are just beginning the treatment process or who are in the midst of it has been very rewarding. (fredhutch.org)
  • While EPO improved hemoglobin levels, the control rates were not similarly improved, leading to a long-term analysis that EPO is not the appropriate treatment option for anemic HNSCC patients. (drbicuspid.com)
  • All patients were evaluated weekly for toxicities and received blood count reviews during treatment. (drbicuspid.com)
  • The patients in the EPO group received a weekly dose of 40,000 units throughout treatment, unless their hemoglobin levels exceeded 16 g/dL for men or 14 g/dL for women. (drbicuspid.com)
  • Before treatment, you need to see your dentist for apre radiation evaluation. (rgcirc.org)
  • Do not use moisturizers/lotion 2 hours before your radiation treatment. (rgcirc.org)
  • It improves mental functioning, mood, and well-being, including in cancer patients undergoing treatment. (mskcc.org)
  • NEW YORK (Reuters Health) April 4 Detecting head and neck cancer early, when the odds of successful treatment are best, may be as simple as gargling with saline and spitting in a cup, according to a study conducted by a Miami, Florida-based research team. (drbicuspid.com)
  • Acid reflux - commonly known as heartburn - is a common side effect of chemotherapy or radiation treatment. (thedailystar.net)
  • Dr. Biedermann is passionate about improving quality of treatment and quality of life in cancer patients. (muhealth.org)
  • He is the primary investigator for several research trials that are run through cooperative groups or partnering with industry and strives to bring novel therapies to patients who benefit from new forms of cancer treatment. (muhealth.org)
  • Cancer treatment is complex, with a range of urgencies for intervention, a large variety of potential treatment approaches, and numerous treatment sequencing options. (springer.com)
  • These factors converge to further intensify the complexities of cancer treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic. (springer.com)
  • The neutron radiation used in the treatment is provided by VTT. (scienceblog.com)
  • Our plan is to investigate BNCT in the treatment of cancers located elsewhere in the body that cannot be effectively managed by any known treatment," says professor Heikki Joensuu. (scienceblog.com)
  • More information about this cancer type can be found in the Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary (PDQ®) cancer treatment summary. (cancer.gov)
  • Patients who have received treatment for head and neck cancer often experience radiation-induced dry mouth. (curetoday.com)
  • Radiation treatment for head and neck cancer involves the use of custom-molded plastic mesh masks placed over the head and shoulders to immobilize the patient and facilitate the stereotactic positioning of radiation beams. (cdc.gov)
  • This month's cover art was selected from the "Courage Unmasked" project, which was founded by Cookie Kerxton, a head and neck cancer survivor and artist, who during one such treatment session envisioned the use of art to both raise awareness of and support fellow patients in need. (cdc.gov)
  • In Brazil, thousands of new cases emerge and the dental surgeon is the professional who diagnoses, prevents, intervenes in and instructs patients in regard to the disease, its treatment and related complications. (bvsalud.org)
  • Treatment with radiation is based on the principle of cytotoxicity against malignant cells and is more effective during cell mitosis and nonspecific to all cells exposed to radiation. (bvsalud.org)
  • Treatment for most early-stage paranasal sinus cancers is complete surgical excision. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Materials and Methods: Between January 2020 and August 2021, 120 patients with squamous cell carcinoma of the head‑and‑neck subsites were randomly allocated to either the hypofractionated arm A (n = 60) or the standard fractionation arm B (n = 60) with concomitant treatment. (who.int)
  • Deep learning in digital pathology for personalized treatment plans of cancer patients. (cdc.gov)
  • He recommends that people who are diagnosed with a head or neck cancer should listen to their doctors very closely-and carry a notebook to write down details about treatment. (cdc.gov)
  • The International Society for Quality of Life Research (ISOQOL) is a global community of researchers, clinicians, health care professionals, industry professionals, consultants, and patient research partners advancing health related quality of life research (HRQL). (isoqol.org)
  • Researchers at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have found an association. (dentistrytoday.com)
  • Researchers keep looking for the lowest radiation dose that effectively kills cancer cells. (stlukesonline.org)
  • Our interdisciplinary teams of lab researchers, radiologists, pathologists and surgeons hold advanced degrees and training from leading institutions, and our labs have attracted funding and support from respected institutions such as the American Association for Cancer Research and the National Cancer Institute. (evms.edu)
  • Researchers at the EVMS Leroy T. Canoles Jr. Cancer Research Center are collaborating with scientists around the country to find ways to predict how patients will respond to therapies and develop more effective ones. (evms.edu)
  • We've built a world-class team of innovative physicians and researchers, and, through extensive collaboration, we believe our prostate cancer research will lead to earlier detection, better care and improved life expectancy. (evms.edu)
  • In this study, researchers found a small increased risk of death for the NRI-exposed veterans due to cancers, including cancers of the head and neck. (cdc.gov)
  • In this study researchers found an elevated but statistically non-significant risk of developing certain cancers (brain, thyroid). (cdc.gov)
  • Researchers found that people with better oral health - those having natural teeth and more frequent dental visits - had better chances of surviving head and neck cancers. (medicaldaily.com)
  • Researchers from the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) are developing a new type of personalized vaccine to prevent recurrences of oral cancer. (drbicuspid.com)
  • The researchers examined the effects that two types of antacids - proton pump inhibitors and histamine 2 blockers - had on head and neck cancer patients. (thedailystar.net)
  • Compared to patients who did not take antacids, those who took proton pump inhibitors had a 45 percent lower risk of death, according to the researchers. (thedailystar.net)
  • Oral cancer has been a major focus of interest among researchers from the health field because, if not diagnosed until an advanced stage, it can lead to high rates of morbidity or even be fatal 1 . (bvsalud.org)
  • Surgery is the preferred approach except for some patients who may have early-stage lip, retromolar trigone, and soft palate cancers. (medscape.com)
  • however, this finding was based on small numbers of cancers (three brain and one soft palate cancer) and was statistically significant only after categories were combined. (cdc.gov)
  • Together with our colleagues, we analyzed the results for 11 patients who refused surgery and were treated with radiation, with or without chemotherapy, at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center between January 2000 and July 2018. (mskcc.org)
  • Cancers of this region, particularly the tongue, are more frequently treated with surgery than other head and neck cancers. (wikipedia.org)
  • The patient refused surgery and was referred to our department. (hindawi.com)
  • Dr. Katherine A. Hutcheson is a Professor in the Department of Head and Neck Surgery at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. (mdanderson.org)
  • Surgery is preferred for most patients with early or localized disease, and may be considered for locally advanced disease. (medscape.com)
  • However, surgery at the primary disease site has a very limited role, if any, in nasopharyngeal cancers, due to their anatomical location and radiosensitivity. (medscape.com)
  • The official name for this specialty is Otolaryngology-head and neck surgery. (northwestern.edu)
  • and (6) advocating for our patients who require oncologic surgery in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. (springer.com)
  • More testing showed that it was an advanced stage of cancer-Stage IV-and to have surgery on it would require breaking his jaw bone and taking out a lot of tissue, permanently changing his appearance and ability to swallow and eat. (cdc.gov)
  • He was scheduled for surgery right away, because he was told that he was not a good candidate for more radiation, as he had very high doses during the last round four years ago. (cdc.gov)
  • But a biopsy after surgery showed that there were no cancer cells remaining on his tongue. (cdc.gov)
  • Electronic capture of patient-reported outcomes (ePROs) is well established nowadays and can be done from anywhere. (isoqol.org)
  • Posttreatment care pathways focused on just a few critical symptoms should be manageable for all involved and will enhance patient outcomes and quality of life-a win-win solution. (isoqol.org)
  • Do you have something to share about health related quality of life and patient-centered outcomes? (isoqol.org)
  • She is actively engaged in clinical and translational research to improve patient outcomes. (massgeneral.org)
  • To pilot CASI collection of patient reported outcomes in a cooperative group setting. (ucdavis.edu)
  • The mission of her research is to optimize functional outcomes and quality of life in head and neck cancer survivorship. (mdanderson.org)
  • She directs a line of practice-oriented research in functional outcomes of head and neck cancer with emphasis on radiation associated dysphagia. (mdanderson.org)
  • Measurement of functional outcomes in head and neck cancer patients. (mdanderson.org)
  • Most head and neck cancers are squamous cell carcinomas that develop in the upper throat as a result of exposure to risk factors. (cancerquest.org)
  • These cancers are referred to as squamous cell carcinomas of the head and neck. (cancer.gov)
  • Head and neck cancers can also begin in the salivary glands , sinuses , or muscles or nerves in the head and neck, but these types of cancer are much less common than squamous cell carcinomas ( 1 , 2 ). (cancer.gov)
  • Most head and neck squamous cell carcinomas of the mouth and voice box are caused by tobacco and alcohol use ( 8 ). (cancer.gov)
  • Two out of the three patients did not develop local recurrence or distant metastasis during the observation period. (hindawi.com)
  • Recurrence risk stratification for locally advanced cervical cancer using multi-modality transformer network. (cdc.gov)
  • In a radio interview, one of our surgeons discusses head and neck cancers and available screenings. (atlantichealth.org)
  • These clinics are attended by medical oncologists, hematologists, radiation therapists and surgeons. (stanford.edu)
  • Kelly M. MacArthur, MD Head and neck cancer patients require specialist care from surgeons, radiation oncologists, and medical oncologists. (spohnc.org)
  • Because of the comprehensive care patients experience here, Wellstar is accredited by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Commission on Cancer (COC), who also honored Wellstar with the Outstanding Achievement Award, the highest honor awarded to a cancer program in the U.S. (wellstar.org)
  • Although most physicians and patients still refer to these surgeons simply as 'ENTs,' this specialty is, in reality, so much more than ears, noses, and throats. (northwestern.edu)
  • We also collected patient ratings of their quality of life and health status, along with information from the medical record regarding difficulty swallowing and mucositis (when the mouth or gut is sore and inflamed). (isoqol.org)
  • Mucositis, a serious complication in head and neck cancer patients could be the cause for, or consequence of decreased activity of granulocytes in oral mucosal secretions. (amrita.edu)
  • Fine needle aspirations of the neck are insufficient due to limited tissue for retrospective central review. (ucdavis.edu)
  • This includes complex excision, reconstruction with microvascular free tissue transfers and CyberKnife radiation technology. (wellstar.org)
  • Cancer that grows beyond this layer into the deeper tissue is called invasive squamous cell carcinoma . (cancerquest.org)
  • In this method a boron-containing compound (boronophenylalanine) is first infused into a peripheral vein, following which the compound accumulates in cancer tissue. (scienceblog.com)
  • Cancer is subsequently irradiated with neutrons obtained from a nuclear reactor, which causes boron atoms to split within the cancerous tissue as a result from a boron neutron capture reaction. (scienceblog.com)
  • The resulting smaller particles cause a large radiation effect within the tumour tissue, which destroys cancer cells. (scienceblog.com)
  • In addition, there is considerable interest in delineating the mechanisms by which stem cells survive radiation exposure and promote tissue regeneration. (cdc.gov)
  • The normal tissue toxicities of each patient undergoing radiation were monitored weekly. (who.int)
  • Patients were checked for systemic candidiasis. (who.int)
  • Occupational exposure to wood dust is a risk factor for nasopharyngeal cancer ( 17 , 18 ). (cancer.gov)
  • Integrative Scoring System for Survival Prediction in Patients With Locally Advanced Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma: A Retrospective Multicenter Study. (cdc.gov)
  • You're getting a lot of information and meeting with several medical professionals while dealing with a cancer diagnosis. (wellstar.org)
  • Scientists have now come up with a new technology that involves cancer diagnosis through a simple urine test using a strip of paper, making diagnosis simple and affordable for people. (medicaldaily.com)
  • Applications of different machine learning approaches in prediction of breast cancer diagnosis delay. (cdc.gov)
  • OBJECTIVES: I. Assess the efficacy and role of amifostine as a cytoprotection agent with concurrent chemoradiotherapy in advanced, previously irradiated or metastatic head and neck cancer. (knowcancer.com)
  • The 2017 worldwide figure cites head and neck cancers as representing 5.3% of all cancers (not including non-melanoma skin cancers). (wikipedia.org)
  • The reporting of infection/sepsis in chemo/radiation-treated head and neck cancer patients is sparse and the problem is underestimated. (vu.nl)
  • Artificial intelligence-based model for lymph node metastases detection on whole slide images in bladder cancer: a retrospective, multicentre, diagnostic study. (cdc.gov)
  • Head and neck cancer develops from tissues in the lip and oral cavity (mouth), larynx (throat), salivary glands, nose, sinuses, or skin of the face. (wikipedia.org)
  • A new immunotherapy drug known as nivolumab greatly improves survival for patients with relapsed. (dentistrytoday.com)
  • Pneumonitis rates before and after adoption of immunotherapy consolidation in patients with locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer treated with concurrent chemoradiation. (upenn.edu)
  • For patients with breast cancer, the best that could be offered was total removal of the breasts. (popsci.com)
  • Virginia has the ninth highest breast cancer mortality rate in the nation. (evms.edu)
  • One in eight women will get breast cancer in her lifetime. (evms.edu)
  • One in eight women will get breast cancer in her lifetime, with more than 4,500 women in Virginia diagnosed with breast cancer each year. (evms.edu)
  • Because male or female, breast cancer affects us all. (evms.edu)
  • She commonly sees patients with breast cancer, prostate cancer, and head and neck cancer. (uwhealth.org)
  • Compliance with the regimens was high in both arms, with 95% of patients assigned to conventional fractionation and 99% assigned to hypofractionation receiving the total planned doses. (medscape.com)
  • Patients whose hemoglobin levels did not increase 1 g/dL or more after four doses of EPO had their dose increased to 60,000 units. (drbicuspid.com)
  • The technique allows targeting of a high dosage of radiation to the tumour while allowing sparing of the adjacent normal tissues from the highest doses of radiation. (scienceblog.com)
  • However, the salivary gland can recover in patients receiving lower doses of radiation. (cdc.gov)
  • Radiation doses to nearby organs were estimated on the basis of bilateral use in an adult of 50 mg of radium sulfate in a 0.5-mm platinum capsule for 12 minutes per session for three sessions. (cdc.gov)
  • Association Between Availability of Molecular Genotyping Results and Overall Survival in Patients With Advanced Nonsquamous Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer. (upenn.edu)
  • Although rare in the US, paranasal sinus cancer is more common in Japan and among the Bantu people of South Africa. (msdmanuals.com)
  • The earlier paranasal sinus cancer is treated, the better the prognosis. (msdmanuals.com)
  • [ 2 , 3 ] Conventional techniques of gene investigation in cancer rely on the identification of single genetic alterations associated with disease. (medscape.com)
  • SAN DIEGO - In low- and middle-income countries with high incidence and mortality from head and neck cancer, resources remain limited. (medscape.com)
  • Oral cancer is a relatively common disease worldwide and its incidence rate has increased over the years. (bvsalud.org)
  • Head and neck cancer often begins with benign signs and symptoms of disease, like an enlarged lymph node on the outside of the neck, a hoarse-sounding voice, or a progressive worsening cough or sore throat. (wikipedia.org)
  • The potential value of the oral rinse test was confirmed in a subsequent study of 102 head and neck cancer patients and 69 subjects with benign head and neck disease who were smokers and drinkers. (drbicuspid.com)
  • Looking at the two markers contained in the oral rinse distinguished head and neck cancer from benign disease almost 90 percent of the time, Franzmann. (drbicuspid.com)
  • Dr. Blitzer is also a translational researcher - meaning that she designs clinical trials that bring research from the laboratory to the clinic to directly benefit her patients. (uwhealth.org)
  • Through clinical trials like these, Dr. Blitzer continually seeks to improve the techniques and medications she uses to treat her patients' cancers. (uwhealth.org)
  • Carefully designed clinical trials are required to address how to treat anemia in our cancer patients. (drbicuspid.com)
  • This specialty involves both the medical and surgical care of all structures related to the head and neck (basically, above the clavicles and excluding the brain and eye). (northwestern.edu)
  • Partner with us to treat your patient's cancer. (mskcc.org)
  • A long-term analysis of a head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) study had surprising results, finding that practitioners who treat HNSCC patients who are also anemic should not add erythropoietin (EPO) to the patient's radiation or chemotherapy care. (drbicuspid.com)
  • They also had a Zubrod performance status of 0 to 2 (Zubrod score indicates a patient's health status from 0 to 4, with 0 indicating a patient is fully active and 4 indicating a patient is completely disabled). (drbicuspid.com)
  • Readers interested in seeing how masks are created and used for patient care can view the patient instructional video produced by the Radiation Medicine Program, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, University Health Network ( www.youtube.com/watch?v=-dWm40P6elM ). (cdc.gov)
  • This study provides a detailed characterization of the dose-dependent impact of ionizing radiation on skin cells (45, 60, or 80 grays). (mdpi.com)
  • The patients received IMRT for seven to eight weeks (median dose was 72.0 Gy). (sciencedaily.com)
  • Possible Radiation Dose Reduction in Abdominal Plain CT Using Deep Learning Reconstruction]. (cdc.gov)
  • Virginia's prostate cancer mortality rate is the eighth highest in America. (evms.edu)
  • Prostate cancer has a huge impact on our community. (evms.edu)
  • In Virginia, deaths from prostate cancer exceed the national average, and men in Hampton Roads are far more likely to lose their lives to the disease than elsewhere in the Commonwealth. (evms.edu)
  • Fighting prostate cancer means fighting a disease that takes the lives of our friends and family. (evms.edu)
  • Even when caught, prostate cancer can severely diminish quality of life. (evms.edu)
  • That's why the EVMS Leroy T. Canoles Jr. Cancer Research Center has created a two-pronged approach to combating prostate cancer. (evms.edu)
  • we also focus on disease prevention techniques to identify the cascade of events that can result in prostate cancer. (evms.edu)
  • However, they also found that the rates for other types of cancers (breast, endometrium, ovary, and prostate) were lower in the exposed population than in the non-exposed population. (cdc.gov)
  • it's similar to what the PSA test for prostate cancer does. (drbicuspid.com)
  • Label Distribution Learning for Automatic Cancer Grading of Histopathological Images of Prostate Cancer. (cdc.gov)
  • Patients have access to specialized surgical procedures not offered in many places in the Southeast. (wellstar.org)
  • Despite this, surgical oncologists must maintain focus on providing high-quality, empathetic care for the almost 2 million patients nationally who will be diagnosed with operable cancer this year. (springer.com)
  • Strategies are presented that have allowed institutions to successfully prepare for cancer care during COVID-19, as well as other strategies that will help hospitals and surgical oncologists manage anticipated challenges in the near term. (springer.com)
  • Until an effective vaccine becomes available for widespread use, it is imperative that surgical oncologists remain focused on providing optimal care for our cancer patients while managing the demands that the COVID-19 pandemic will continue to impose on all of us. (springer.com)
  • A summary of key measures that have established a framework from which to address these issues is provided, as well as additional strategies for managing resumption of surgical care in cancer patients. (springer.com)