Top in hem/onc: Robotic prostatectomy, FoundationOne Liquid CDx test
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A novel technique for robotic prostatectomy allowed men to regain continence early after prostate cancer surgery, according to a recent study. It was the top story in hematology/oncology last week.
Another top story was about the FDA approval of FoundationOne Liquid CDx test (Foundation Medicine) as a companion diagnostic test for several cancer therapies.
Read these and more top stories in hematology/oncology below:
Novel technique enables men to regain continence early after prostate cancer surgery
A novel “hood technique” for robotic prostatectomy allowed men with prostate cancer to achieve early return of urinary continence without compromising positive surgical margins, according to study results published in European Urology. Read more.
FDA approves FoundationOne Liquid CDx as companion diagnostic for several cancer therapies
The FDA approved the FoundationOne Liquid CDx test as a companion diagnostic device to help identify multiple additional biomarkers in cell-free DNA isolated from plasma, according to a press release from the agency. Read more.
NIH grant to fund study of ‘chemo brain’ among children
So-called “chemo brain” is a functionally limiting and frustrating consequence of curative treatment for cancer. For some children, chemotherapy may disrupt essential cognitive functions such as sensory processing, memory and attention. Read more.
APPs have a growing role in the oncology workforce
It is well-documented that cancer care in the U.S. is facing an impending workforce crisis. Among the potential solutions to this workforce problem, one of the most frequently cited is the enhanced use of advanced practice providers. Read more.
Radiation therapy safe before CAR T-cell infusion for advanced multiple myeloma
Localized radiation therapy appeared to be safe before treatment with chimeric antigen receptor T cells for relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma, according to study results presented at the virtual ASTRO Annual Meeting. Read more.