Meta-analysis evaluates high-intensity focused ultrasound for primary breast cancer treatment
Using ultrasound heat therapy to treat certain types of breast cancer
This meta-analysis examines the efficacy and safety of high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) ablative therapy in patients with primary br…
A recent review shows how ultrasound heat therapy might help treat breast cancer without major surgery.
Systematic review of induction methods for pelvic inflammatory disease animal models
New animal models reveal hidden causes of pelvic pain
This systematic review evaluates various methods used to construct animal models for pelvic inflammatory disease. The authors categorize ind…
Chronic pelvic pain affects millions of women, and new research reveals how animal models are uncovering hidden triggers of pelvic inflammat…
Protocol for a multi component quality improvement initiative addressing workplace violence
Hospitals launch new plan to stop violence against nurses and doctors
This protocol describes a quality improvement initiative designed to address workplace violence at an academic Health Sciences Centre. The a…
One Canadian hospital is trying a bold new strategy to protect healthcare workers from rising violence, and early signs show it could change…
Capivasertib-paclitaxel fails to improve overall survival in metastatic TNBC
New drug combo did not extend life for metastatic triple-negative breast cancer patients in this trial
This phase III RCT in 812 patients with previously untreated metastatic triple-negative breast cancer found that adding capivasertib to pacl…
A large global trial found that adding capivasertib to paclitaxel did not improve overall survival for patients with metastatic triple-negat…
Systematic review of post-traumatic growth in 6382 breast cancer patients
Post-traumatic growth is common among breast cancer survivors and linked to better coping
This systematic review and meta-analysis examines post-traumatic growth (PTG) among 6382 breast cancer patients.
A large review finds post-traumatic growth is nearly universal in breast cancer survivors and connects to lower distress and stronger resili…
Systematic review and meta-analysis of axillary staging in node-positive breast cancer patients
Sentinel Node Biopsy Shows Similar Survival to Axillary Dissection in Breast Cancer
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated sentinel lymph node biopsy versus targeted axillary dissection in node-positive breast ca…
A meta-analysis of 2,849 patients found that sentinel lymph node biopsy offered similar overall survival to targeted axillary dissection for…
Network meta-analysis shows exercise interventions improve cognitive function in breast cancer patients
Mind-body exercise beats aerobic work for brain fog in breast cancer
This network meta-analysis evaluated exercise interventions for patients with breast cancer.
New research shows mind-body exercise clears brain fog better than running or walking for breast cancer patients.
Meta-analysis finds acupuncture improves pain and function in cervical cancer patients
Acupuncture helps cervical cancer patients feel less pain and move better
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 627 cervical cancer patients found that acupuncture combined with conventional treatment signifi…
New research shows adding acupuncture to standard care significantly reduces pain and improves daily function for women with cervical cancer…
Zimberelimab plus lenvatinib showed immune rechallenge effects in 30 patients with advanced cervical cancer
Small trial finds immune rechallenge may help some advanced cervical cancer patients
This multicenter, single-arm, phase II trial evaluated combined zimberelimab and lenvatinib in 30 patients with advanced cervical cancer who…
A small study of 30 patients suggests combining zimberelimab and lenvatinib after prior treatment might help some with advanced cervical can…
Higher shoulder joint radiation dose linked to worse arm morbidity in breast cancer patients with SLN macrometastases
High radiation doses to the shoulder may cause long-term arm pain in breast cancer patients
This randomized trial evaluated 868 patients with breast cancer and 1-2 sentinel lymph node macrometastases in a Swedish setting.
New data shows that higher radiation doses near the shoulder joint can lead to lasting arm pain and stiffness in breast cancer survivors
SBRT plus atezolizumab shows activity in metastatic cervical cancer
Radiation plus immune therapy helps some patients with advanced cervical cancer survive longer
This prospective phase II trial evaluated SBRT followed by atezolizumab in 21 patients with metastatic, recurrent, or persistent cervical ca…
A small trial found that adding immune therapy to radiation helped some patients with advanced cervical cancer keep their disease stable for…
In-person group sessions boost fruit/vegetable intake in Latina breast cancer survivors
In-Person Sessions Boost Fruit and Vegetable Intake in Latina Breast Cancer Survivors
This randomized factorial trial in 167 Latina breast cancer survivors found that in-person group sessions increased daily fruit/vegetable in…
In-person group sessions helped Latina breast cancer survivors eat more fruits and vegetables, while the control group's intake dropped shar…