Gynecologic Cancer
Conference Coverage
Gyn. oncologists are in demand for robotic hysterectomy
Key clinical point: Gynecologic oncologists achieved better robotic hysterectomy outcomes than gynecologists despite challenging referrals. Major...
Video
VIDEO: Dr. Maurie Markman says time to challenge established paradigms in cancer research
When it comes to the tradition of waiting only for phase III randomized trial data to guide cancer treatment, it’s time to accept that things have...
Conference Coverage
Ethnic groups differ in BRCA risk management
Black, Hispanic, and white women differ in BRCA risk management.
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VIDEO: IP chemo slows ovarian cancer progression
Commentary
Management of adnexal masses in pregnancy
The majority of adnexal masses identified in pregnancy are benign simple cysts measuring less than 5 cm in diameter. Approximately 70% of cystic...
Conference Coverage
Few locally advanced cervical cancer patients get guideline-directed therapies
SAN DIEGO – Widespread nonadherence to NCCN guidelines spells shorter survival.
News
ASCO issues clinical practice guidelines for invasive cervical cancer
Conference Coverage
Novel combination delays progression of recurrent gynecologic tumors
Key clinical point: The combination of a vascular disrupter and antiangiogenic agent improved progression-free survival in epithelial cancers of...
News
Patients: Intraperitoneal chemotherapy ‘worth it’ for ovarian cancer
Most women who used intraperitoneal chemotherapy for ovarian cancer said it was a good option for them.
Article
Validated tool outperforms KPS in predicting chemo toxicity in older adults
Key clinical point: Investigators validated a mathematical model that successfully predicts chemotherapy toxicity in cancer patients aged 65 years...
Conference Coverage
VIDEO: Is hysterectomy still best for complex atypical hyperplasia?
WASHINGTON – Hysterectomy has long been the first-line therapy for complex atypical endometrial hyperplasia in patients who don’t desire to...