Red Hair Variants of MC1R Influence Melanoma Risk Differently in Men, Women
Multivariate logistic regression analyses were utilized by researchers to evaluate the effect of MC1R and melanoma risk in men vs women.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Serum Albumin May Indicate Prognosis for Survival in Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
A single-center retrospective study assessed the effectiveness of serum albumin levels and BMI as prognostic measures in patients with AML.
Adhering to Cytoreductive Therapy Use May Improve Outcomes in Polycythemia Vera
In a retrospective analysis, researchers sought to determine the use of cytoreductive therapies in patients with high-risk and low-risk PV.
Frequency of Tanning, Risk for Melanoma Higher in Gym Tanners
The use of tanning beds and/or booths and their availability in gyms may increase the frequency of indoor tanning for physically active adults, a combination that further exacerbates their risk for melanoma.
Metformin Use May Improve Survival Outcomes in Bladder Cancer
A review and meta-analysis evaluated the association between metformin use and bladder cancer incidence and various prognostic measures, such as PFS and OS.
Do Sunless Tanners Have Fewer Skin Cancer Risk Behaviors?
A cross-sectional study investigated the other skin cancer prevention habits of people who use sunless tanning to reduce their UV exposure.
VIDA Findings Do Not Support Use of Vitamin D Supplements as Cancer Preventative
A post-hoc analysis of the VIDA study sought to determine if vitamin D levels influence risk for cancer and/or cancer prevention.
Genetic Susceptibility to Pancreatic Cancer Linked to 6 Specific Gene Mutations
Investigators conducted a case-control study of 3030 pancreatic cancer patients in an attempt to confirm which genes might render patients susceptible to pancreatic cancer.
Carfilzomib Benefits May Outweigh Cardiovascular Risk in Multiple Myeloma
In an analysis of 11 studies, researchers investigated whether the benefits of carfilzomib for multiple myeloma outweigh the cardiovascular risks. However, the researchers recommend careful monitoring and management of blood pressure and volume status as good clinical practice, regardless.
Guideline Recommendations Offer No OS Benefit for Younger Patients With Rectal Cancer
A retrospective review of data from the National Cancer Data Base demonstrated that trends in rectal cancer may follow a pattern similar to that of colon cancer.
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