Adjuvant Radiation Therapy Improved Outcomes for Some With Advanced Head and Neck CSCC
Researchers determined the 5-year overall and disease-free survival for patients with CSCC of the head and neck who received adjuvant radiation therapy.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Curative Option Identified for Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal With Distant Metastasis
A retrospective review identified a subset of patients with squamous cell carcinoma of the anal canal with distant metastases who respond to extended-field chemoradiation.
Link Found Between Skin Cancer Risk and High Polyunsaturated Fat Intake
Using data from the NHS and the HPFS, researchers investigated the association between polyunsaturated fat, cholesterol, and monounsaturated fat intake and risks for SCC, melanoma, and BCC.
Incidence, Age at Diagnosis Increasing in HPV-Positive Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
A retrospective study demonstrates an increase in HPV16-positive status among patients with OPSCC and a corresponding increase in age at diagnosis.
Outcomes in SCCHN Improved With Swap of Docetaxel for 5-FU in Palliative Regimen
Study results show the effect on high-grade toxicity when 5-FU is replaced with docetaxel in the EXTREME regimen in the palliative treatment of patients with metastatic SCCHN.
Revised AJCC8 Demonstrates Superior Tumor Classification for HNCSCC
AJCC8 tumor classification demonstrated significantly superior homogeneity and monotonicity to AJCC7 tumor classification.
Higher Socioeconomic Status Leads to Improved Survival Outcomes in Anal Cancer
A multivariable analysis revealed how median household income influences cancer-specific and overall survival among patients with squamous cell carcinoma of the anus.
Fluorouracil Associated With Reduced Surgery for Squamous Cell Carcinoma
A reduced risk of squamous cell carcinoma, but not basal cell carcinoma, was observed for one year in at-risk individuals treated with fluorouracil.
Atopic Dermatitis Linked to Increased Risk of Skin Cancer
Individuals with a history of atopic dermatitis have a higher risk of squamous cell carcinoma development, research indicates.
Skin Cancer Prevention Strategies Lacking in Work Settings
High occupational UV exposure tied to two-fold increase in skin cancer risk, but prevention strategies in work environments are often underutilized.
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