The PROSPECT-Lung trial has officially commenced, heralding a significant advance in the quest to enhance treatment strategies for patients with resectable non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). This trial marks the inaugural endeavor of the newly established National Cancer Institute (NCI) Clinical
In a groundbreaking advancement, MIT researchers have developed a revolutionary technique in the realm of metabolic imaging. This noninvasive method utilizes laser light to study living cells, providing valuable insights into disease progression and treatment responses. Traditional metabolic
The findings from the late-breaking research presented at the 66th American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting and Exposition have brought new insights into the treatment of mantle cell lymphoma (MCL). The phase 3 study EA4151, conducted by the ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group, investigated
Hereditary hemochromatosis is a genetic condition characterized by excessive iron absorption and storage due to mutations in the HFE gene, particularly the C282Y variant. This condition is especially prevalent in Europe, where many individuals are homozygous for the C282Y mutation. Despite the
New research conducted by the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine has revealed a significant connection between accelerated aging and an increased risk of early-onset colorectal cancer. This groundbreaking study sheds light on the importance of
Mayo Clinic researchers have made a case for comprehensive TPMT genotyping across various ancestries to better predict drug response and minimize adverse reactions. Their recent discovery of the TPMT∗8 allele, a gene variant associated with reduced metabolism of thiopurine drugs, has revolutionary p
