CHICAGO—Gene-expression profiling, combined with a novel chemoradiation regimen, may predict pathologic complete response in patients with esophageal cancer, according to new data presented at the 46th annual meeting in specific cancer populations. of the American Society of Clinical Oncology. New studies presented at this meeting highlighted several new “genetic fingerprinting” techniques that may improve and guide chemo therapy.
With community cancer centers facing rising costs and declining revenues, finding more efficient ways to run a practice is critical. In this interview, Cathy Maxwell, RN, OCN, director of clinical operations at Advanced Medical Specialties in Miami, Florida, discusses how community cancer centers can make the most efficient use of chemotherapy nurses by efficient scheduling and how this not only increases nurse and patient satisfaction but also reduces costs.
Use of hospice care for men with prostate cancer has increased significantly over the past 2 decades, but most wait too long to enroll, when they cannot take full advantage of the palliative care services offered, researchers at UCLA's Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center have found.
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