The latest news in oncology surgery
New MRI techniques mean fewer brain surgeries like the one that removed this apple-sized abscess
By Harriet Alexander – SMH. Gilbert Laurie noticed his headache when he was watching television.…
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Researchers take first step in precision medicine for penile cancer
Researchers have identified potential genetic alterations in penile cancer that could pave the way for…
Survival rates for patients with prostate cancer better with surgery vs radiotherapy
A rigorous evaluation of survival rates has shown that cancer patients with localised prostate cancer—the…
Black women less likely to benefit from early chemotherapy, study shows
It is well documented that black, Hispanic, and Asian women typically develop advanced-stage breast cancer…
Eight-year-old US girl diagnosed with rare form of breast cancer
By Joanna Walters and Sarah Boseley – The Guardian. Chrissy Turner found a lump in…
DNA in blood can track cancer development and response in real time
Scientists have shown for the first time that tumour DNA shed into the bloodstream can…
24 months of daily anti-androgen therapy improves long-term overall survival
The addition of 24 months of daily anti-androgen therapy during and after radiation therapy significantly…
Study quantifies threat of rising antibiotic resistance on surgery and chemotherapy
Researchers report the strongest evidence yet that rising antibiotic resistance could have disastrous consequences for…
‘One Stop’ clinic for rural men proves a success
By Rob Payne – ScienceNetwork WA. A clinic set up to improve rural and remote…
Personalised breast cancer treatment has saved millions
In just three decades, the once monolithic approach to diagnosing and treating breast cancer has…