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June 1, 2007
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Dietary Management of Breast Cancer-Associated Lymphedema
In a prospective clinical trial of women with lymphedema following breast cancer treatment, two dietary interventions were compared to control diet in alleviating arm swelling. -
More on Imatinib for ALL in the Elderly
Treatment of acute lymphoblastic leukemia in elderly patients remains problematic. Recent data suggests imatinib with chemotherapy is both effective and well-tolerated in elderly patients with Philadelphia chromosome-positive ALL. -
Parenthood after Hodgkin's Disease Treatment
There is now a growing literature describing various medical issues in long term survivors of Hodgkin's disease. One of these is infertility. -
First Cycle CA-125 Response Predicts Favorable Outcome for Ovarian Cancer Patients
In a large series of ovarian cancer patients treated with chemotherapy after primary laparotomy, the fall in CA-125 during the first and second cycles was shown to provide significant prognostic value. -
Minimizing Surgery for Young Breast Cancer Patients: Is It Safe?
The risk of local recurrence in young patients who underwent breast conserving therapy for early stage breast cancer was approximately 20% by 10 years. -
Pharmacology Watch
Sweeping new changes have been made to the guidelines for prevention of endocarditis in patients undergoing dental procedures. -
Clinical Briefs in Primary Care Supplement