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Complications of Radioactive Iodine Treatment of Thyroid Carcinoma
Radioactive iodine is associated with a number of potentially serious complications. This review describes how to prevent and treat the adverse events associated radioactive iodine therapy.
November 17, 2010
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Mammographic Breast Density: Effect on Imaging and Breast Cancer Risk
A review of the effect of mammographic breast density on imaging and breast cancer risk notes that young women with dense breasts benefit from digital mammographic technique.
October 25, 2010
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Malignant Biliary Tract Obstruction: Evaluation and Therapy
A review discusses evaluation and treatment of malignant biliary tract obstruction, including endoscopic, radiologic, and surgical approaches.
September 28, 2010
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Indoor Ultraviolet Tanning: What the Data Do and Do Not Show Regarding Risk of Melanoma and Keratinocyte Malignancies
The current review examines how artificial tanning may act as a carcinogen.
August 31, 2010
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Maintenance Chemotherapy in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Can maintenance chemotherapy improve outcomes among patients with advanced non-small-cell lung cancer? The current review explores this question.
July 21, 2010
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Specific Targets in Sarcoma and Developmental Therapeutics
he current review describes new directions in the treatment of sarcomas, specifically by targeting molecular pathways.
June 21, 2010
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The Role of Radiation Therapy in the Treatment of Medullary Thyroid Cancer Treatment
MTC may be sporadic or familial, and disease patterns and subsequent treatment may vary.
May 21, 2010
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Advancements in Radiation Techniques for Gastric Cancer
Despite advances in radiation therapy techniques, the options to limit exposure of critical organs, such as the kidneys, liver, spinal cord, and heart, are limited. Future challenges depend on techniques, such as conformality, to minimize toxicity.
April 15, 2010
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The Role of Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant in Follicular Lymphoma
Autologous HCT prolongs disease-free interval, but allogeneic HCT lowers relapse rate in follicular lymphoma. The choice between the 2 approaches is guided by disease history, progression, and patient profile.
March 10, 2010
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Adverse Effects of Androgen Deprivation Therapy: Defining the Problem and Promoting Health Among Men With Prostate Cancer
Androgen deprivation therapy for men with prostate cancer promotes multiple negative health effects. The current review describes how to recognize and manage the adverse events associated with androgen deprivation therapy.
February 12, 2010
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Does Colonoscopy Work?
Colonoscopy is widely trusted as a screen for colorectal cancer, but what are its limitations? This review examines the evidence of efficacy for colonoscopy and suggests ways to improve its results.
January 06, 2010
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The Sonographic Findings and Differing Clinical Implications of Simple, Complicated, and Complex Breast Cysts
Breast cysts are common findings among women receiving routine evaluations for breast cancer. This review differentiates simple vs. complex breast cysts and describes how to manage these cases.
November 30, 2009
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Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation in Multiple Myeloma
Novel agents are changing the way that physicians treat multiple myeloma. The current review describes these treatments in the context of stem cell transplantation.
October 30, 2009
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The Challenges of Colorectal Cancer Survivorship
As an increasing number of patients survive colorectal cancer, physicians need to understand possible complications of the disease and its treatment. The current review highlights these issues.
September 21, 2009
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Management of Adrenocortical Carcinoma
This article describes the basic diagnostic and prognostic issues in adrenal cancer management, and presents detailed rationales for therapeutic management.
August 07, 2009
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Optimal Management of Localized Renal Cell Carcinoma: Surgery, Ablation, or Active Surveillance
Drs. David Chen and Robert Uzzo review the changes in prevalence and presentation of localized RCC and discuss current surgical and other management options for localized kidney cancer.
July 06, 2009
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Carcinosarcomas (Malignant Mixed Müllerian Tumor) of the Uterus
Uterine carcinosarcoma is a rare tumor but is likely to present at an advanced stage. The current article describes features of uterine carcinosarcoma and its diagnosis and treatment.
June 15, 2009
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Transplantation for Hepatocellular Carcinoma and Cholangiocarcinoma
Liver transplantation offers the best outcomes for patients with hepatocellular carcinoma and cirrhosis. The current review examines the use of liver transplantation for these patients and highlights innovations, such as living donor liver transplantation and the use of pretransplant treatment to reduce the tumor burden.
April 30, 2009
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Review of Evidence-Based Support for Pretreatment Imaging in Melanoma
Imaging strategies used in patients with newly diagnosed melanoma are discussed along with the evidence for their usefulness in staging and in making treatment decisions.
April 15, 2009
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Indications for Breast MRI in the Patient With Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer
Breast MRI has improved sensitivity for diagnosing occult cancers among women with breast cancer, and it has been used as an adjunct to screening mammography. The current study examines the clinical evidence in regard to the utility of breast MRI.
February 16, 2009
