Radiotherapy
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1. Definitive Radiotherapy versus Surgery for the Treatment of Verrucous Carcinoma of the Larynx: A National Cancer Database Study
Abstract Introduction Traditionally, larger lesions of laryngeal verrucous carcinoma are treated with surgical excision, with definitive radiotherapy generally reserved for smaller lesions. However, data utilizing modern databases is limited. Objective The authors sought to assess, utilizing the National Cancer Database, whether overall survival for patien
International Archives of Otorhinolaryngology. Publicado em: 2022
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2. Revisiting the Concept of Non- and Minimally Invasive Interventions in Early Glottic Cancer – Part II: Single Therapy Should be Favored over the Combination of Transoral Laser Microsurgery and Radiotherapy, Regarding the Postinterventional Voice Quality
Abstract Introduction Early glottic cancer (EGC) is associated with a high cure rate. Hence, patients and physicians also focus on the impact of the proposed treatment on the speaking function of the preserved larynx. Objectives The present study assessed the impact of single-modality treatment (transoral laser microsurgery [TLM], or radiotherapy) or combi
International Archives of Otorhinolaryngology. Publicado em: 2022
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3. Prognostic importance of expression of mini-chromosome maintenance proteins (MCMs) in patients with nasopharyngeal cancer treated with curative radiotherapy
Abstract Objective: The prognostic importance of minichromosome maintenance complex expression in nasopharyngeal cancer is still unknown. We aimed to find whether minichromosome maintenance complex 2–7 expression may potentially be used to predict the prognosis of nasopharyngeal cancer patients treated with definitive radiotherapy. Methods: Between April
Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology. Publicado em: 2022
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4. Therapeutics in Radiation-induced Proctopathy: A Systematic Review
Abstract Malignant neoplasms are increasingly prevalent in the daily clinical practice. Up to 61% of patients with pelvic malignancies undergo pelvic radiotherapy in different doses, which may cause intestinal damage, and the rectum is the segment most frequently affected due to its fixed position in the pelvis. Currently, there are several strategies to min
Journal of Coloproctology (Rio de Janeiro). Publicado em: 2022
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5. Impact of radiotherapy for nasopharyngeal carcinoma on carotid stenosis risk: a meta-analysis
Abstract Objects: Radiotherapy (RT) serves as the most effective treatment for Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma (NPC) and can cause carotid stenosis. The aim of this study is to assess the impact of RT on carotid stenosis in NPC patients, as well as to explore the risk factors for significant carotid stenosis. Methods: Studies reporting the carotid stenosis in NPC
Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology. Publicado em: 2022
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6. Challenging dilemmas of low grade, non-invasive bladder cancer: a narrative review
ABSTRACT Purpose: To describe the current scientific knowledge and clinical experience in low-grade-non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (LG-NMIBC) patients in challenging scenarios. Materials and Methods: Medline, Embase, Google Scholar, and Cochrane Central were searched until March 2021. Results: A total of 841 studies were identified, and abstracts were
International braz j urol. Publicado em: 2022
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7. Argon Plasma Coagulation in Radiation-induced Proctitis
Abstract Background Argon plasma coagulation (APC) is a non-tactile ablative therapy that helps to stop rectal bleeding in patients who have developed actinic proctitis after exposure to radiotherapy. This approach seems to be more effective than medications or surgical procedures. Objective To review the literature to verify the effectiveness of APC in th
Journal of Coloproctology (Rio de Janeiro). Publicado em: 2022
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8. Association between Fecal Incontinence and Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms and their Impact on the Quality of Life of Patients with Prostate Cancer
Abstract Objective To evaluate the association of fecal incontinence (FI) and lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in patients diagnosed with initial prostate cancer (PC) and after any therapeutic approach (surgery and radiotherapy). Methods Cross-sectional study using the Cleveland Clinic Incontinence Score (CCIS), the Fecal Incontinence Quality of Life
Journal of Coloproctology (Rio de Janeiro). Publicado em: 2022
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9. Survival analysis of patients with subglottic squamous cell carcinoma based on the SEER database
Abstract Objective: This study aimed to investigate the demographic and clinicopathological characteristics, and survival outcomes of subglottic Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) based on the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) database. Methods: Demographic and clinicopathological information, including age, sex, race, tumor size, histologic gr
Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology. Publicado em: 2022
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10. Prognostic factors in oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma in the state of São Paulo, Brazil: 10-year follow-up
Abstract Objective: To descriptively analyze the epidemiological data, clinical stage, and outcomes of oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, and to estimate the influence of clinical stage and treatment type on overall and disease-free survival. Methods: We retrospectively analyzed epidemiological data from the São Paul
Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology. Publicado em: 2022
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11. Therapeutic role of memantine for the prevention of cognitive decline in cancer patients with brain metastasis receiving whole-brain radiotherapy: a narrative review
RESUMO. As metástases cerebrais são os tumores mais comuns do sistema nervoso central. O tratamento principal para este tumor em países de baixa e média renda é a radioterapia de cérebro inteiro. O declínio cognitivo irreversível está associado ao uso de radioterapia cerebral total. Várias opções farmacológicas e não farmacológicas têm sido e
Dementia & Neuropsychologia. Publicado em: 2022
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12. Presentation Patterns and Outcomes in Patients with Colorectal Cancer Seeking the Emergency Department for Consultation
Abstract Background Patients with colorectal cancer may seek the emergency department for symptoms related to chemotherapy and radiotherapy side effects as well as those from the disease itself and from surgery complications. Objectives To establish the epidemiological and clinical profile of colorectal cancer patients that look for consultations in the em
Journal of Coloproctology (Rio de Janeiro). Publicado em: 2022