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Chemotherapy before or after surgery for high-risk bladder cancer improves survival, but is not routinely administered
Apr 14, 2014
Contrary to treatment guidelines for high-risk bladder cancer, chemotherapy before or after surgery is not commonly used in routine clinical practice. Read More
Virus-fighting genes linked to mutations in cancer: Genetic evidence supports role of gene family in cancer development
Apr 14, 2014
All cancer-causing processes leave a distinct mutational imprint or signature on the genomes of patients. Read More
3D implantable marker reported to clearly identify surgical area in breast cancer patients
Apr 14, 2014
The BioZorb™ three-dimensional surgical marker improved the ability of radiation oncologists to target radiation treatment for breast cancer, according to a scientific presentation at the... Read More
Bladder cancer: therapeutic options and bladder-preserving strategies
Apr 14, 2014
Men are three to four times more likely to get bladder cancer than women. The possible causes for this greater risk among men, the importance of early and accurate diagnosis, and the scope of... Read More
Key to stronger, more effective antibiotics could be enzyme 'wrench'
Apr 14, 2014
Builders and factory workers know that getting a job done right requires precision and specialized tools. The same is true when you're building antibiotic compounds at the molecular level. Read More
Genetic clues on drug response provided by yeast
Apr 14, 2014
Why do people respond differently to the same drug? For the first time, researchers have untangled genetic and environmental factors related to drug reactions, bringing us a step closer to predicting... Read More
Factors that impact the longevity of adult survivors of childhood cancer
Apr 14, 2014
Many factors influence the life expectancy of childhood cancer survivors: not getting enough exercise, being underweight, and being worried about their future health or their health insurance. Read More
3D model of a cancerous tumour created using a 3D printer
Apr 14, 2014
A group of researchers in China and the US have successfully created a 3D model of a cancerous tumour using a 3D printer. Read More
Genetic changes associated with epigenetic changes increase risk of developing cancer
Apr 14, 2014
In 10% of human tumors there is a family history of hereditary disease associated with mutations in identified genes. Read More
Engineered cartilage tissue grown from cells of the patients' nasal septum used to reconstruct nose
Apr 14, 2014
Scientists at the University of Basel report first ever successful nose reconstruction surgery using cartilage grown in the laboratory. Read More
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