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Frontline Allogeneic Transplantation Outperforms Pretransplant IPSS-M Downstaging in Myelodysplastic Neoplasms
In adults with myelodysplastic neoplasms undergoing allogeneic transplantation, pretransplant cytoreduction modestly improved IPSS-M in some patients but did not improve post-transplant survival and was associated with higher non-relapse mo

Body Mass Index and Nutritional Status With Immunotherapy Response in Head and Neck Cancer
In advanced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, pretreatment weight loss and low prognostic nutritional index were linked to shorter progression-free survival after immunotherapy, while baseline BMI was not predictive.

Cost-effectiveness of Pembrolizumab for FIGO 2014 Stage III-IVA Cervical Cancer in the United States
Pembrolizumab plus chemoradiotherapy improved survival and quality-adjusted survival for FIGO 2014 stage III-IVA cervical cancer and was projected to be cost-effective in the U.S. at a $150,000/QALY threshold.

Targeting MLCK1 May Separate Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Colitis From Antitumour Benefit
A Gut study identifies MLCK1-driven epithelial barrier failure as a central mechanism in immune checkpoint inhibitor colitis and suggests epicatechin as a barrier-protective strategy that preserves antitumour efficacy in preclinical models.

Reduced Preoperative Radiotherapy to 36 Gy Maintains Excellent Long-Term Local Control in Myxoid Liposarcoma
Long-term phase 2 data suggest that 36 Gy preoperative radiotherapy for localized myxoid liposarcoma preserves excellent local control while limiting wound and late toxic effects.

Survival Outcomes After Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy in Node-Positive Hormone Receptor-Positive Breast Cancer”,
A national database study found that neoadjuvant chemotherapy was linked to worse overall survival than upfront surgery in node-positive hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer, except in patients who achieved nodal complete

Should Some Colon Cancers Be Treated Before Surgery? What a New Trial Means for Patients
A major randomized trial found that chemotherapy before surgery did not improve 3-year disease-free survival in locally advanced colon cancer, but it still revealed important clues for more personalized treatment.

Clipped Axillary Node Pathology May Support Axillary Surgery De-escalation After Neoadjuvant Therapy in Occult Breast Cancer
In occult breast cancer, clipped-node pathology after neoadjuvant therapy tracked residual axillary disease with high specificity, supporting limited axillary surgery in selected patients, especially those with cN1–cN2 disease.

KRAS-Driven CLDN18.2 O-GlcNAcylation Promotes Pancreatic Cancer Progression and Therapy Resistance
KRAS mutation and high glucose promote O-GlcNAcylation of CLDN18.2 in pancreatic cancer, pushing the protein off the cell membrane, boosting metastasis, and weakening CLDN18.2-targeted therapy. Low-dose MRTX1133 may restore sensitivity.

TSH Stimulation Methods Show Comparable Outcomes in Radioiodine-Avid Metastatic Differentiated Thyroid Cancer
In radioiodine-avid metastatic differentiated thyroid cancer, rhTSH and mixed rhTSH/thyroid hormone withdrawal preparation produced comparable adjusted outcomes. Prognosis was driven mainly by metastatic burden and age, supporting individua

Safety of Biopsy in Pheochromocytoma and Paraganglioma: What a Global Study Found
This international study found that biopsy of pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma had low mortality and low serious complication rates, suggesting biopsy may be reasonable in carefully selected patients with expert management.

Age-Dependent Interplay of Modifiable Risk Factors and Genetic Risk in Pancreatic Cancer
A UK Biobank study found that lifestyle-related pancreatic cancer risks were strongest in younger adults, especially those with high genetic risk, supporting early prevention efforts.

Short-Term Testosterone Replacement Improved Sexual and Physical Function After Radical Prostatectomy Without Biochemical Recurrence in Carefully Selected Prostate Cancer Survivors
A phase 2 randomized trial found that 12 weeks of testosterone cypionate improved sexual activity, desire, mood, body composition, and exercise performance in hypogonadal men after radical prostatectomy, with no biochemical recurrence obser

Family History Misses Actionable Germline Variants in Many Ovarian Cancer Patients Over 70
A large real-world registry study shows that ovarian cancer patients aged 70 and older still carry clinically actionable germline variants, often without a reported family history, supporting broader age-inclusive genetic testing.

Most Bilateral Adrenal Lesions Are Benign and Concordant, but Asynchronous Presentation Signals Higher Malignancy Risk
A large retrospective cohort shows that bilateral adrenal masses are usually benign and concordant, but asynchronous or discordant lesions identify a clinically important subgroup enriched for malignancy and pheochromocytoma.

Rates of Systemic Treatment for Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Among Older Adults
A population-based study of older adults with metastatic NSCLC found that fewer than half received systemic treatment, with only slight improvement over time. Oncology referral and biomarker testing were strongly linked to treatment, while

Systemic Treatment Remains Underused in Older Adults With Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
A large SEER-Medicare study found that fewer than half of older adults with metastatic NSCLC received systemic therapy, with only modest improvement from 2006 to 2021. Specialist referral and biomarker testing were strongly linked to treatm

Molecular Profiling Refines Relapse Risk After Allogeneic Transplant in First-Remission Acute Myeloid Leukemia
A PETHEMA registry study shows that specific mutations, especially DNMT3A, SF3B1, TP53, and WT1, meaningfully refine relapse-free survival after allo-HSCT in first-remission AML beyond ELN risk groups.

Study Finds Infusion Timing Does Not Affect CAR T-Cell Therapy Outcomes for Large B-Cell Lymphoma
A retrospective study of 584 Australian lymphoma patients shows no significant link between CAR T-cell infusion timing and treatment outcomes, suggesting chronobiology may not influence results in large B-cell lymphoma therapy.

Estrogen Therapy Linked to Improved Survival in Certain Ovarian Cancer Patients Under 60
Study shows post-diagnosis estrogen therapy improves survival in high-grade serous and clear cell ovarian cancers but may worsen outcomes in endometrioid subtypes, offering guidance for managing menopausal symptoms in younger survivors.
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