Systematised robotic-assisted pelvic surgery facilitates surgical intervention in complex cases and reduces morbidity Published on 29/06/2023 The application of minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery facilitates the laparoscopy procedure thanks to 3D visualisation and a wider range of movement, in addition to reducing the risk of complications and sequelae for patients.
Numerous developments are enabling ever more personalised leukemia treatments with lower toxicity Published on 19/06/2023 Recent studies have sought to demonstrate the effectiveness of new targeted therapies, such as FLT3 or menin inhibitors, and cellular therapy such as CAR-T in ever earlier scenarios
Skin cancer can also develop on the lids or the inner edge of the eye Published on 13/06/2023 The eye and the lids are a part of the body also exposed to the sun and can develop various types of tumour, such as squamous or basal cell carcinomas and melanomas
More precise diagnosis of prostate cancer: fusion biopsy is the key to identifying small lesions in enlarged prostates Published on 09/06/2023 Fusion biopsy combines magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasounds using a software, in order to identify the location of a lesion on the prostate with greater precision and subsequently examine or extract it
The Head of the MD Anderson Madrid – Hospiten Medical Oncology Department presents one of the ASCO oral sessions on the treatment of genitourinary tumours Published on 05/06/2023 The IMvigor130 study, which assesses the combination of atezolizumab with chemotherapy in the first line treatment of metastatic urothelial carcinoma
A third of registered and authorised clinical trials in Spain are focused on medications for the treatment of cancer Published on 19/05/2023 The lines of research of the Phase I Clinical Trials Unit are principally focused on lung cancer, melanoma and head and neck cancer. Since opening in 2021, the Unit has recruited 375 patients and is currently working on 199 active trials in all phases, 54 of which are Phase I
The oncology process does not end with clinical treatment, patients may still struggle with physical and emotional side effects after overcoming the disease Published on 08/05/2023 Patients will often visit the psycho-oncology clinic after treatment has ended seeking assistance in learning to cope with other challenges, such as returning to work and renewing their social life
Colon cancer prevention starts with diet: fruits and vegetables rich in fibre help reduce risk Published on 30/03/2023 Excessive consumption of red meat, processed foods and animal fats contribute to the proliferation of chronic diseases, such as obesity, which in turn are related to colorectal cancer
MD Anderson Madrid – Hospiten, a pioneer center in the application of transanal robotic surgery for rectal tumors Published on 21/03/2023 Minimally invasive surgery in rectal cancer helps with the extraction of tumors and shortens the patient’s recovery time after surgery
The figure of the endometriosis specialist is key in the approach and treatment of the disease Published on 10/03/2023 On many occasions, the disease goes undiagnosed as it is confused with usual menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea) and tests like ultrasound or MRI are not performed to rule out deep endometriosis, leading to serious consequences in the digestive tract and nephro-urological system