Authors




Will Pizii

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Addition of Tremelimumab to Durvalumab Regimen Induces Greater Survival Outcomes in PD-L1–Negative NSCLC

The phase 3 POSEIDON trial showed superior overall survival in patients with PD-L1–negative metastatic non–small cell lung cancer who were given durvalumab and chemotherapy plus tremelimumab.



Andrew Cook, MD

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Andrew Cook, MD, Discussed Exciting Clinical Trials Utilizing DART and Treatment De-Escalation in HPV+ OSCC

CancerNetwork® sat down with Andrew Cook, MD, at the 2021 American Society for Radiation Oncology to talk about exciting trials in the head and neck space, including the phase 2 ORATER2 and phase 3 MC1675 trials.


Poppy Elvira Deviany, MPH

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Factors Associated With Treatment Refusal and Impact of Treatment Refusal on Survival of Patients With Small Cell Lung Cancer

Original research published in the journal ONCOLOGY® explored the impacts of treatment refusal in patients with small cell lung cancer.




Madhuri Chengappa, MBBS

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Female Representation in Clinical Practice Guideline Panels in 2 Major Cancer Organizations

Although female representation for National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines has increased to at least 50%, participation in guideline panels across all organizations is still less than 30%.


Sri Kollepara, MD

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Danazol for the Treatment of Myelodysplastic Syndromes: A Systematic Review

Danazol was reviewed as an effective treatment option for patients with myelodyspplastic syndromes, according to a recently published article by Sangam Shah, MBBS, et al.


Mackenzie Phillips, PA

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Exploring the Future of ctDNA and Novel Treatment Strategies

Panelists offer concluding perspectives on the future role of circulating tumor DNA in colorectal cancer management.





Lindsey Roeker, MD

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Lindsey Roeker, MD, Discusses Potential for BTK Inhibition Plus Umbralisib/Ublituximab in CLL

Lindsey Roeker, MD, spoke about identifying the correct population of patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia who will benefit from umbralisib and ublituximab plus ibrutinib.


Alicia Morgans, MD, MPH

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Alicia Morgans, MD, MPH, Discusses Outcomes From the CARD Trial in mCRPC at 2021 ESMO

CancerNetwork® sat down with Alicia Morgans MD, MPH, at the 2021 European Society for Medical Oncology to talk survival and progression outcomes from the CARD trial in patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer.


Bethany Smith, PhD

Latest:

Plasma Glutamine as a Prognostic Biomarker in Localized Prostate Cancer: Comparison of Conventional Variables in Risk Stratification

This study investigated the biomarker potential of glutamine among known prognostic variables in localized prostate cancer.


Syeda Sahra, MD

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Efficacy of PARP Inhibitors as Maintenance Therapy for Metastatic Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

The aim of this meta-analysis is to analyze the efficacy of these drugs in the treatment of mCRPC in terms of progression-free survival (PFS) and overall survival (OS), using the results of completed trials.


Megan Hollasch

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PDUFA Dates Pushed for Sotorasib/Obeticholic Acid in GI Indications

The FDA has pushed back PDUFA dates for sotorasib and obeticholic acid for metastatic CRC and primary biliary cholangitis indications.


James Ignatz-Hoover, MD, PhD

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Emerging Strategies to Manage Relapsed and/or Refractory Multiple Myeloma

James J. Driscoll, MD, PhD, and James Ignatz-Hoover, MD, PhD, share a perspective on a study published recently in ONCOLOGY.




Hassan Hasanein, MD

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Erdheim-Chester Disease: A Case Report of BRAF V600E–Negative, MAP2K1-Positive ECD Diagnosed by Blood Next-Generation Sequencing Assay and a Brief Literature Review

Investigators report a case of a man, aged 55 years, with an extensive and prolonged course of an unexplained multi-systemic disease, and also review common clinical manifestations, mutations, diagnoses, and targeted therapies for Erdheim-Chester disease.


Mohamad Badawi, MD

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Predictors of Poor Adherence to Follow-up Care in Survivors of Childhood Cancer

Rahiya Rehman, MD, and co-investigators, research the importance of poor follow-up and care for survivors of childhood cancer.




Roman Fabbricatore

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EU Approval Recommended for Repotrectinib in ROS1+ NSCLC, NTRK+ Solid Tumors

Results from the TRIDENT-1 and CARE trials, which showcased durable activity and robust responses with repotrectinib, supported the recommendation.




Haydeé Verduzco-Aguirre, MD

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Disorders of Sex Development and Malignant Germ Cell Tumors

Key points: Patients with disorders of sex development (DSDs) are at an increased risk of malignant germ cell tumors (GCTs). In adulthood, the partial form of androgen insensitivity syndrome confers the greatest risk of developing malignant GCTs. Gonadoblastoma is the most common gonadal GCT arising in patients with DSDs. Despite being a benign neoplasm, it can undergo malignant transformation in up to 60% of patients with a DSD. Oncologic treatment in patients with disorders of sex development and malignant GCTs does not differ from the standard treatment for testicular GCTs. Treatment of patients with DSDs requires a multidisciplinary team, including a psychiatric, genetic, and reproductive assessment as well as the involvement of an ethics committee. An early diagnosis of DSDs is crucial to avoid the development of potentially serious complications in adulthood.