Gynecologic Cancer
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HPV-targeted TILs trigger CR in some advanced cervical cancer patients
Key clinical point: In a pilot study of nine patients with metastatic cervical cancer, a single infusion of tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes...
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Model accurately spots low-risk endometrial cancer
Key clinical point: A preoperative risk model may help identify women with endometrial cancer who can skip lymphadenectomy. Major finding: The...
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SLN mapping found accurate in endometrial cancer
Key clinical point: SLN mapping had a false-negative rate of zero. Major finding: The SLN mapping procedure identified all cases of pathologic...
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Type, location of BRCA mutations influence risk
Key clinical point: The type and exact location of BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations affect the risk they confer for breast and ovarian cancer. Major...
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High rates of oophorectomy documented in premenopausal women
Key clinical point: A substantial minority of premenopausal women who undergo oophorectomy have histologically normal ovaries, according to...
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Vaccine pioneer begins reign as acting director of the National Cancer Institute
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Study found two-way link between IBD and cervical cancer
Key clinical point: Inflammatory bowel disease – particularly Crohn’s disease – might increase risk of cervical cancer. Major finding: Women with...
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Gynecologic cancers predict coexisting pelvic floor disorders
Key clinical point: A substantial proportion of women with gynecologic cancers have coexisting pelvic floor disorders that, if not addressed,...
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Survival advantage of intraperitoneal chemo persists beyond a decade
Key clinical point: The survival advantage of intraperitoneal chemotherapy over intravenous chemotherapy for advanced ovarian cancer persists...