Category: Oncology
Immunotherapy in Esophagogastric Cancer
Abstract: The uses of immune checkpoint inhibitors have now been advanced to include the first-line treatment of esophagogastric cancers. Initially approved for the treatment of chemotherapy-refractory […]
Management of Well-Differentiated Neuroendocrine Tumors
Abstract: Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) are a heterogeneous group of epithelial neoplasms with predominantly neural and endocrine differentiation that have the ability to produce peptide hormones and […]
Incorporating Palliative Care Into Oncology Practice: Why and How
Abstract: The provision of specialty palliative care alongside oncology care is now recommended by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) on the basis of multiple […]
Biliary Cancer: Gateway to Comprehensive Molecular Profiling
Abstract: Cholangiocarcinoma is a rare malignancy with a poor prognosis. The majority of tumors present at an advanced stage, and relapse often occurs after surgery conducted […]
Workup of Anemia in Cancer
Abstract: Anemia is a common diagnosis in patients with cancer that may affect both quality of life and survival. Anemia in this patient population is […]
Problem Solving to Enhance Clinical Trial Participation Utilizing a Framework-Driven Approach
Abstract: Health professionals agree that increasing diversity in clinical trial participants is an important way to improve cancer care and address disparities in outcomes. However, […]
Providing Oncology Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic
H&O What has it been like practicing oncology in Washington state over the past few months? GL Most of my insights are based on the […]