The Oncology / Hematology Channel
Diagnosing Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH)
Oncology / Hematology
Christopher Patriquin, MD, Hematologist at Toronto General Hospital, discusses the challenges of diagnosing paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) due to its varied symptoms, such as thrombosis, anemia, and unusual…
PNH: When Blood Machinery Goes Wrong
Oncology / Hematology
Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) is a rare blood disease where red blood cells rupture due to the immune system mistakenly attacking them. This happens because of a mutation…
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Redefining the Cancer Sibling Experience
Family Medicine
When a child is diagnosed with cancer, everyone in the family needs healing… including the siblings! SuperSibs! is a national not-for-profit whose mission is to ensure that the…
Local Relapse Risk in Early Breast Cancer Increased with Anemia
Hospitalist
A new analysis of data from a multicenter clinical trial suggests that chemotherapy-induced anemia significantly increases the risk of local relapse in premenopausal early-stage breast cancer. References and…
Late Recurrence of Breast Cancer May Be Prevented With Letrozole
Family Medicine
A new study shows that the aromatase inhibitor letrozole can prevent late recurrence of breast cancer. References and Resources Goss P, et al. Late extended adjuvant treatment with…
Survival Benefit In Ovarian Cancer With Use of Statins
Family Medicine
Statin use at the time of ovarian cancer surgery was associated with a 50% increase in the duration of progression-free survival and with more than a year of…
Possible Mandate for Restricted Distribution System for Cancer Patients Given ESAs
Hospitalist
The Oncologic Drug Advisory Committee said the FDA should mandate a restricted distribution system for cancer patients given erythropoiesis-stimulating agents. References and Resources FDA.gov Sponsored by The Doctor’s…
Bevacizumab Has Promise for Patients with Recurrent Cervical Cancer
Family Medicine
Results of a Gynecologic Oncology Group study suggest that for patients with recurrent cervical cancer, bevacizumab has demonstrated activity and promise as an option for second or third…
Increased Risks of VTE and Mortality with Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agents
Family Medicine
Erythropoiesis-stimulating agent administration to patients with cancer is associated with increased risks of VTE and mortality. References and Resources Bennett C., Silver S., Djulbegovic B., et al. Venous…
Recall of Heparin Sodium Injection and Heparin Lock Flush Solution
Critical Care
The FDA has issued an update to inform the public that Baxter Healthcare Corporation has extended its recall of multi-dose vials of heparin sodium for injection to also…
DNA Methylation Can Help Boost Detection of Prostate Cancer
Family Medicine
DNA methylation may provide clues to boost detection of prostate cancer and prevent unnecessary biopsies according to a prospective study presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology…
Different Types of Post-Mastectomy Breast Reconstructive Surgery
Family Medicine
Mary Wright, MD, Associate Professor & Director, Breast Center, Section of Breast Surgery, Department of Surgery, Tulane University School of Medicine, discusses post mastectomy breast reconstructive surgery. References…