COVID-19 Pandemic Delaying Treatments of Hematologic Cancers
Some US medical centers have canceled treatments and all centers have altered their policies and procedures out of precaution related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Salvage Radiotherapy Called a Viable Option for Recurrent Prostate Cancer
The authors of new review say the results of the JCOG0401 trial suggest that standard hormonal therapy alone vs salvage radiotherapy is not an appropriate management strategy for recurrence after radical prostatectomy.
Do Patients With Cancer Need Disease-Specific Precautions to Prevent COVID-19 Infection?
Although some patients with cancer are at higher risk of developing severe disease should they become infected, these experts suggest the precautions being given to the general population are sufficient — at least for now.
Time to Stop Ringing the Bell? A Look at Patients’ Varied Reactions to the End-of-Treatment Tradition
The bell-ringing ceremony at the end of cancer treatment can have very unintended effects on patients, even those who can look forward to a cancer-free life.
Efficacy of Ruxolitinib for Myelofibrosis With Low Platelet Counts Confirmed by Study Findings
An analysis of results from the JUMP Study support use of ruxolitinib in patients with MF who have low platelet counts without splenomegaly.
Genetic Counseling for Prostate Cancer May Be an Opportunity to Promote Healthy Lifestyle Approaches
Age, BMI, and education may indicate physical activity levels in men seeking genetic counseling and/or testing for prostate cancer.
Targeted Assessments May Be Needed for Some Patients With Localized Renal Cell Carcinoma
Assessments and interventions for younger and female patients with RCC may need to be targeted, as these patients may have a greater fear of disease recurrence.
Screening for Frailty May Improve Outcomes for Older Patients With Genitourinary Malignancies
The VES-13, a brief frailty screening tool, was found effective in determining which older patients with GU cancer were at higher risk for adverse outcomes and would benefit from a CGA.
Psychological Effect of an Early Prostate Cancer Diagnosis May Be Underappreciated
Findings of a prospective study demonstrated that the psychological impact of a cancer diagnosis can be significant even with cancers that have a good prognosis.
Use of Palliative Care in Managing Genitourinary Malignancies May Vary Across the United States
Patients with GU malignancies were more likely to receive palliative care if they were in the West compared with other US regions.
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