June 4, 2018 — The American Society of Clinical Oncology–one of the biggest cancer conferences of the year–is underway in Chicago. Here’s what’s making news:
New Treatments May Boost Pancreatic Cancer Odds
Innovative ways of using chemotherapy can significantly extend the lives of patients with pancreatic cancer, one of the most deadly cancers known, two new clinical trials report.Experimental Breast Cancer Drug Shows ‘Modest’ Benefit
A new and highly targeted drug slowed the growth of advanced breast cancers by about an average of two months, researchers report.Drug A New Weapon Against Advanced Lung Tumors
Is Kidney Removal Really Needed In Advanced Kidney Cancer?
Many people with advanced kidney cancer might not need to have their kidneys removed during treatment, something that until now has been standard practice.Could A Blood Test Spot Lung Cancer Early?
Genetic blood testing is showing potential as a means of catching some early stage cancers, researchers are reporting.Many With Early Breast Cancer May Not Need Chemo
A majority of women with an early form of a common breast cancer may be able to skip chemotherapy, depending on the results of a comprehensive gene test. WebMD Article Reviewed by Michael W. Smith, MD on June 04, 2018© 2018 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved.
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