Giant Cell Arteritis Linked to Higher Incidence of Hematologic and Solid Malignancies
Using a large nationwide electronic database, researchers assessed the association between giant cell arteritis and risk for malignancies.
Ophthalmic Oncology
Previous Tx in Metastatic Melanoma May Cut Response to ACT TIL
Previous treatment with anti-programmed cell death-1 (aPD-1) therapy or targeted molecular therapy is associated with a lower objective response rate to adoptive cell transfer (ACT) of autologous tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs) in metastatic melanoma.
Diffuse B-Cell Lymphoma of CNS After Dimethyl Fumarate Treatment in RRMS
This case study showed that B-cell type primary central nervous system lymphoma may rapidly progress following dimethyl fumarate treatment in patients with relapsing remitting MS.
Standard Criteria for Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy Diagnosis Lacking
A uniform approach could help control pain in this densely innervated region of the body.
Conjunctival Squamous Cell Carcinoma Outcomes Predicted by Orbital Exenteration, Nodal Metastases
The study also linked a history of organ transplantation and orbital exenteration.
Study Shows Long-Term Outcomes of Conjunctival Melanoma
The 10-year risk per T category is significantly greater for patients with particular findings.
USPSTF: Evidence Lacking for Use of Vitamins for CVD, Cancer Prevention
Task force recommends against use of beta-carotene, vitamin E for prevention of cardiovascular disease or cancer in adults.
Sunlamp Use Linked to Uveal Melanoma Risk
Researchers found the association after reviewing 1753 patients from 5 studies.
Case Documents Panuveitis Following Pembrolizumab Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Therapy
A case report reviews a 71-year-old patient who presented with blurry vision 2 weeks after starting a lung cancer treatment.
Most Palpebral Pleomorphic Adenomas Are Well-Defined, Outside Orbital Rim
Researchers support identifying these masses preoperatively to ensure intact excision and avoid curettage or incisional biopsy.
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