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Background Although surgery has a crucial role in colorectal cancer (CRC) treatment, it is associated with considerable risks of postoperative complications and mortality 1 , 2 and a resultant increase in healthcare costs. 3 Severe complications

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related mortality in the United States and worldwide. 1 – 4 In 2011, it is estimated that 156,900 deaths (85,600 in men, 71,300 in women) from lung cancer will occur in the United States. 4 Five

U nfortunately, some cancer survivors with chronic cancer-related pain meet significant barriers limiting their access to medications previously determined effective and well-tolerated. An unintended consequence is pain that had been well

Background Approximately 33% of cancer survivors are in their prime working age range, between 20 and 64 years. 1 A cancer diagnosis can alter employment trajectories and cause long-term productivity losses. 2 Previous research showed that

Background Since the molecular phenotypes of breast carcinomas were distinguished by gene expression patterns in 2000, breast cancer is no longer considered a single disease but rather a group of molecularly distinct neoplastic disorders. 1 – 4

Background Immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI) therapy significantly improves cancer outcomes by targeting CLTA-4 or PD-1/L1 and boosting T-cell–mediated immune responses and antitumor effects. 1 , 2 ICIs are widely used as first-line therapy

The author has no financial interests, arrangement, or affiliations with the manufacturers of any products discussed in the article or with their competitors. References 1 Jemal A Murray T Samuels A . Cancer statistics, 2003

Most patients with ovarian cancer are diagnosed with advanced-stage cancer. Debulking surgery followed by chemotherapy is recommended. The standard front-line regimen is 6 cycles of paclitaxel plus carboplatin, with docetaxel a reasonable