Disclosure in lesbian, gay and bisexual cancer care: towards a salutogenic healthcare environment.

abstract：BACKGROUND:To evaluate the role of blood vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) kinetics in patients with locally advanced esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) receiving curative concurrent chemoradiotherapy (CCRT). METHODS:A total of 97 locally advanced ESCC patients were enrolled. All the patients had their ...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Chen YH,Lu HI,Lo CM,Wang YM,Chou SY,Hsiao CC,Huang CC,Shih LH,Chen SW,Li SH

更新日期：2018-08-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hypoxia is an important factor that contributes to tumour aggressiveness and correlates with poor prognosis and resistance to conventional therapy. Therefore, identifying hypoxic environments within tumours is extremely useful for understanding cancer biology and developing novel therapeutic strategies. Seve...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Takei N,Yoneda A,Kosaka M,Sakai-Sawada K,Tamura Y

更新日期：2019-05-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bowel cancer is common and is a major cause of death. Most people with bowel symptoms who meet the criteria for urgent referral to secondary care will not be found to have bowel cancer, and some people who are found to have cancer will have been referred routinely rather than urgently. If general practitione...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Ryan AV,Wilson S,Wakelam MJ,Warmington SA,Dunn JA,Hobbs RF,Martin A,Ismail T

更新日期：2006-10-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This meta-analysis was performed to explore the impact of minimal residual disease (MRD) prior to transplantation on the prognosis for patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). METHODS:A systematic search of PubMed, Embase, and the Cochrane Library was conducted for relevant studies from database in...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Shen Z,Gu X,Mao W,Yin L,Yang L,Zhang Z,Liu K,Wang L,Huang Y

更新日期：2018-07-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An emerging immunotherapy is infusion of tumor infiltrating Lymphocytes (TIL), with objective response rates of around 50% versus 19% for ipilimumab. As an Advanced Therapeutic Medicinal Products (ATMP), TIL is highly personalized and complex therapy. It requests substantial upfront investments from the hosp...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Retèl VP,Steuten LMG,Geukes Foppen MH,Mewes JC,Lindenberg MA,Haanen JBAG,van Harten WH

更新日期：2018-09-15 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Colorectal cancer (CRC) screening has been shown to decrease CRC mortality. Organised mass screening programs are being implemented in France. Its perception in the general population and by general practitioners is not well known. METHODS:Two nationwide observational telephone surveys were conducted in early ...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Eisinger F,Cals L,Calazel-Benque A,Blay JY,Coscas Y,Dolbeault S,Namer M,Pivot X,Rixe O,Serin D,Roussel C,Morère JF,EDIFICE committee.

更新日期：2008-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In a phase I study of angiotensin-(1-7) [Ang-(1-7)], clinical benefit was associated with reduction in plasma placental growth factor (PlGF) concentrations. The current study examines Ang-(1-7) induced changes in biomarkers according to cancer type and investigates mechanisms of action engaged in vitro. MET...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Petty WJ,Aklilu M,Varela VA,Lovato J,Savage PD,Miller AA

更新日期：2012-09-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of the PROLUCA study is to investigate the efficacy of preoperative and early postoperative rehabilitation in a non-hospital setting in patients with operable lung cancer with special focus on exercise. METHODS:Using a 2 x 2 factorial design with continuous effect endpoint (Maximal Oxygen Uptake...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Sommer MS,Trier K,Vibe-Petersen J,Missel M,Christensen M,Larsen KR,Langer SW,Hendriksen C,Clementsen P,Pedersen JH,Langberg H

更新日期：2014-06-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fos-related antigen 1 (FRA-1) is an immediate early gene encoding a member of AP-1 family of transcription factors involved in cell proliferation, differentiation, apoptosis, and other biological processes. fra-1 gene overexpression has an important role in the process of cellular transformation, and our pre...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Chiappetta G,Ferraro A,Botti G,Monaco M,Pasquinelli R,Vuttariello E,Arnaldi L,Di Bonito M,D'Aiuto G,Pierantoni GM,Fusco A

更新日期：2007-01-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Treatment of solid malignancies has been revolutionized with the introduction of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) and their use is being expanded in therapy of different cancers. However, immune related adverse events (IRAEs) can occur during treatment. These side effects occur due to stimulation of the i...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Khaddour K,Singh V,Shayuk M

更新日期：2019-05-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Many studies have reported the prognostic significance of the bone scan index (BSI) for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC); however, these reports are controversial. This study investigated the BSI in mCRPC and its relationship with prognosis. METHODS:The PubMed, Cochrane, and Embase da...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Song H,Jin S,Xiang P,Hu S,Jin J

更新日期：2020-03-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is the most aggressive of the primary brain tumors, with a grim prognosis despite intensive treatment. In the past decades, progress in research has not significantly increased overall survival rate. METHODS:The in vitro antineoplastic effect and mechanism of action of Casiopei...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Trejo-Solís C,Jimenez-Farfan D,Rodriguez-Enriquez S,Fernandez-Valverde F,Cruz-Salgado A,Ruiz-Azuara L,Sotelo J

更新日期：2012-04-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Genetically engineered mouse models of mammary gland cancer enable the in vivo study of molecular mechanisms and signaling during development and cancer pathophysiology. However, traditional whole mount and histological imaging modalities are only applicable to non-viable tissue. METHODS:We evaluated three ...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Tilli MT,Parrish AR,Cotarla I,Jones LP,Johnson MD,Furth PA

更新日期：2008-01-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ectopic TSH-secreting pituitary adenoma (TSH-oma) is a very unusual disorder. To date, there are only four cases reported. It is difficult to distinguish ectopic cases from both regular TSH-omas and resistance to thyroid hormone (RTH). CASE PRESENTATION:A newly identified case of ectopic TSH-oma arising fro...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Song M,Wang H,Song L,Tian H,Ge Q,Li J,Zhu Y,Li J,Zhao R,Ji HL

更新日期：2014-07-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Constitutive activation of the ERK pathway, occurring in the vast majority of melanocytic neoplasms, has a pivotal role in melanoma development. Different mechanisms underlie this activation in different tumour settings. The Grey phenotype in horses, caused by a 4.6 kb duplication in intron 6 of Syntaxin 17 ...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Jiang L,Campagne C,Sundström E,Sousa P,Imran S,Seltenhammer M,Pielberg G,Olsson MJ,Egidy G,Andersson L,Golovko A

更新日期：2014-11-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The use of chemotherapy regimens with moderate or high risk of febrile neutropenia (defined as having a FN incidence of 10% or more) and the respective incidence and clinical management of FN in breast cancer and NHL has not been studied in Belgium. The existence of a medical need for G-CSF primary and secon...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Gerlier L,Lamotte M,Awada A,Bosly A,Bries G,Cocquyt V,Focan C,Henry S,Lalami Y,Machiels JP,Mebis J,Straetmans N,Verhoeven D,Somers L

更新日期：2010-11-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The efficacy of immune checkpoint blockade in the treatment of microsatellite instability (MSI)-high tumors was recently reported. Therefore, the acquisition of histological specimens is desired in cases of unresectable solid pancreatic lesions (UR SPLs). This study investigated the efficacy of endoscopic ul...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Sugimoto M,Irie H,Takagi T,Suzuki R,Konno N,Asama H,Sato Y,Nakamura J,Takasumi M,Hashimoto M,Kato T,Kobashi R,Kobayashi Y,Hashimoto Y,Hikichi T,Ohira H

更新日期：2020-11-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) is the sixth leading cause of cancer death in the US. The protein kinase D (PKD) family has emerged as a promising target for cancer therapy with PKD1 being most intensively studied; however, its role in HNSCC has not been investigated. METHODS:The expression of...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Zhang L,Li Z,Liu Y,Xu S,Tandon M,Appelboom B,LaValle CR,Chiosea SI,Wang L,Sen M,Lui VWY,Grandis JR,Wang QJ

更新日期：2018-11-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:While data from several studies over the last decade has demonstrated that introduction of immunologic checkpoint blockage therapy with anti-CTLA-4/PD-1 drugs leads to improved survival in metastatic melanoma patients, relatively little is known about brain-specific therapeutic response and adverse events in...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： McDonald MA,Sanghvi P,Bykowski J,Daniels GA

更新日期：2018-05-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Translationally controlled tumor protein (TCTP), alternatively called fortilin, is believed to be involved in the development of the chemoresistance of tumor cells against anticancer drugs such as etoposide, taxol, and oxaliplatin, the underlying mechanisms of which still remain elusive. METHODS:Cell death ...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Jung J,Kim HY,Maeng J,Kim M,Shin DH,Lee K

更新日期：2014-03-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are well recognized as gene regulators and have been implicated in the regulation of development as well as human diseases. miR-143 is located at a fragile site on chromosome 5 frequently deleted in cancer, and has been reported to be down-regulated in several cancers including colon cance...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Gregersen LH,Jacobsen A,Frankel LB,Wen J,Krogh A,Lund AH

更新日期：2012-06-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Infection with human papillomavirus (HPV) is necessary for the development of cervical carcinoma. By contrast, the role of HPV in the pathogenesis of other malignancies, such as head and neck cancers, is less well characterised. This study aimed to address key information gaps by conducting a systematic revi...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Abogunrin S,Di Tanna GL,Keeping S,Carroll S,Iheanacho I

更新日期：2014-12-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tobacco smoke exposure may be associated with increased breast cancer risk, although the evidence supporting the association is inconclusive. We conducted a case-control study in Delaware, incorporating detailed exposure assessment for active and secondhand smoke at home and in the workplace. METHODS:Primar...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Rollison DE,Brownson RC,Hathcock HL,Newschaffer CJ

更新日期：2008-06-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Malignant glioma is a common primary tumor of the central nervous system. Brevican, an abundant extracellular matrix component in the adult brain, plays a critical role in the process of glioma. The mechanisms for the highly invasive behavior of gliomas are still poorly understood. The aim of this study was ...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Lu R,Wu C,Guo L,Liu Y,Mo W,Wang H,Ding J,Wong ET,Yu M

更新日期：2012-12-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The role of occupation in the etiology of renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is unclear. Here, we investigated associations between employment in specific occupations and industries and RCC, and its most common histologic subtype, clear cell RCC (ccRCC). METHODS:Between 2002 and 2007, a population-based case-contro...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Karami S,Colt JS,Schwartz K,Davis FG,Ruterbusch JJ,Munuo SS,Wacholder S,Stewart PA,Graubard BI,Rothman N,Chow WH,Purdue MP

更新日期：2012-08-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To help design clinical trials of adjuvant bisphosphonate therapy for breast cancer, the temporal incidence of bone metastasis was investigated in a cohort of patients. We have tried to draw the criteria to use adjuvant bisphosphonate. METHODS:Consecutive breast cancer patients undergoing surgery between 19...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Koizumi M,Yoshimoto M,Kasumi F,Iwase T

更新日期：2010-07-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Computational intelligence methods, including non-linear classification algorithms, can be used in medical research and practice as a decision making tool. This study aimed to evaluate the usefulness of artificial intelligence models for 5-year overall survival prediction in patients with cervical cancer tre...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Obrzut B,Kusy M,Semczuk A,Obrzut M,Kluska J

更新日期：2017-12-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A disintegrin and metalloprotease 8 (ADAM8) has been reported to be associated with various malignancies. However, no studies have examined ADAM8 association in colorectal cancer (CRC). The aim of this study was to investigate the expression and function of ADAM8 in CRC. METHODS:Expression level of ADAM8 in...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Yang Z,Bai Y,Huo L,Chen H,Huang J,Li J,Fan X,Yang Z,Wang L,Wang J

更新日期：2014-08-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The development of non-small cell lung carcinoma proceeds through a series of well-defined pathological steps before the appearance of invasive lung carcinoma. The molecular changes that correspond with pathology changes are not well defined and identification of the molecular events may provide clues on the...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Tichelaar JW,Zhang Y,leRiche JC,Biddinger PW,Lam S,Anderson MW

更新日期：2005-12-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) have emerged as promising therapeutic agents in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). However, the duration for which ICIs should be continued remains a clinical problem. METHODS:We examined the efficacy of anti-PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors after the discontinuation of antibodies ...

journal_title：BMC cancer

authors： Tachihara M,Negoro S,Inoue T,Tamiya M,Akazawa Y,Uenami T,Urata Y,Hattori Y,Hata A,Katakami N,Yokota S

更新日期：2018-10-03 00:00:00