Introduction to Catheter Related Blood Stream Infections Catheter related bloodstream infections, also known as CRBSIs, occur when bacteria or other microorganisms travel through an intravenous catheter and enter the bloodstream, causing an…
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Endocrine Therapy Drugs: An Overview
Endocrine therapy drugs or hormonal therapies form an important part of the treatment options for hormone-receptor positive breast cancers. These cancers depend on estrogen and/or progesterone to grow. Endocrine therapy drugs work…
Intravesical Gemcitabine/Docetaxel: A Promising Therapy for Non-Muscle-Invasive Bladder Cancer
Non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) poses a significant challenge in healthcare due to its high risk of recurrence and progression. Approximately 75% of bladder cancer cases fall under the non-muscle-invasive category, making it…
The Impact of Healthy Cells on Cancer Treatment Effectiveness
New research conducted by scientists at UCL and Yale suggests that the presence of healthy cells within tumors can hinder the effectiveness of chemotherapy. These findings, published in the journal Cell, provide…
The Advancement In Veterinary Oncology Treatments Is Anticipated To Open Up The New Avenue For Veterinary Oncology Market
Veterinary oncology involves prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer in companion animals. It includes surgical therapies, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapies, immunotherapy, and alternative medicines for cancer treatment in pets. Common cancers…
New Treatment Approaches Bring Hope for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Patients
Promising results from several groundbreaking clinical trials were presented at the ESMO Congress 2023, offering hope for patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). These trials showcased the efficacy of new drugs…