Current Oncology ReportsPub Date : 2024-09-01Epub Date: 2024-07-04DOI: 10.1007/s11912-024-01567-w
Sophie Pilleron, Esther Bastiaannet
{"title":"Epidemiology of Cancer in Older Adults: A Systematic Review.","authors":"Sophie Pilleron, Esther Bastiaannet","doi":"10.1007/s11912-024-01567-w","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11912-024-01567-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>What are the prevalence, incidence and mortality rates of cancer among individuals aged 60 or older on a national, regional, and global scale? What factors affect differences in cancer survival between older and younger adults?</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>The epidemiological literature on cancer in older adults, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) and that focusing on the oldest adults, is expanding. These studies consistently show increasing global cancer incidence rates in older populations. Recent research also highlights a widening survival gap between middle-aged and older adults, with the stage at diagnosis being the primary driver. More research is needed to describe the cancer burden in older adults, especially focusing on the oldest population and LMICs, to better understand global healthcare challenges. Additionally, further exploring patient-related, clinical, and tumour-related factors which drive age-related survival differences could improve cancer outcomes in older adults.</p>","PeriodicalId":10861,"journal":{"name":"Current Oncology Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141497346","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Current Oncology ReportsPub Date : 2024-09-01Epub Date: 2024-06-19DOI: 10.1007/s11912-024-01561-2
Claudia Bellofiore, Giovanni Palladini, Paolo Milani
{"title":"Options for Rescue Treatment of Patients with AL Amyloidosis Exposed to Upfront Daratumumab.","authors":"Claudia Bellofiore, Giovanni Palladini, Paolo Milani","doi":"10.1007/s11912-024-01561-2","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11912-024-01561-2","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>This review aims to assess the therapeutic strategies available for relapsed/refractory patients with immunoglobulin light chain (AL) amyloidosis who received upfront daratumumab-based regimens.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>The treatment landscape of AL amyloidosis has changed radically thanks to the introduction in the upfront setting of daratumumab in combination with bortezomib, cyclophosphamide and dexamethasone (DaraCyBorD) which improved patients' outcomes increasing the rate of hematologic and organ responses. However, many patients eventually relapse or are refractory to daratumumab and the best salvage therapy is not well defined yet. In this contest, we reviewed the available therapeutic options after daratumumab failure, and we look towards the current advances in Bcl-2 inhibitors, novel immunotherapeutic agents as chimeric antigen receptor (CAR-T) therapy and bispecific antibodies (bsAbs). Relapsed/refractory AL amyloidosis represent an unmet clinical need and novel targeted drugs require urgent prospective assessment.</p>","PeriodicalId":10861,"journal":{"name":"Current Oncology Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141418292","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Current Status on Management of Primary Plasma Cell Leukemia.","authors":"Zimu Gong, Meera Khosla, Sreeraj Vasudevan, Meera Mohan","doi":"10.1007/s11912-024-01563-0","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11912-024-01563-0","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purposeof review: </strong>Plasma Cell Leukemia (PCL) is a very rare and highly aggressive form of plasma cell dyscrasia. This review seeks to evaluate the outcomes of PCL in the context of combination novel agent therapy and stem cell transplant (SCT) protocols.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>The diagnostic criteria for PCL have now evolved to include patients with 5% circulating PC. While management remains challenging, the incorporation of novel agent-based induction regimen has significantly improved early mortality and reduced attrition of patients proceeding to SCT. In recent prospective clinical trials, patients with PCL demonstrated an overall response rates of 69% to 86%, with progression-free and overall survival ranging from 13.8 to 15.5 months and 24.8 to 36.3 months, respectively. B-cell lymphoma 2 (BCL2) inhibitors, such as venetoclax present a targeted intervention opportunity for patients with PCL with t(11;14). Dedicated clinical trials tailored to PCL are crucial, integrating newer therapies in the frontline setting to further optimize responses and enhance overall outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":10861,"journal":{"name":"Current Oncology Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141491202","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Current Oncology ReportsPub Date : 2024-09-01Epub Date: 2024-06-27DOI: 10.1007/s11912-024-01566-x
Frodita Jakimovska, Igor Stojkovski, Elena Kjosevska
{"title":"Nasal Cavity and Paranasal Sinus Cancer: Diagnosis and Treatment.","authors":"Frodita Jakimovska, Igor Stojkovski, Elena Kjosevska","doi":"10.1007/s11912-024-01566-x","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11912-024-01566-x","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>The purpose of this review is to analyze the diagnosis and treatments of the sinonasal malignant tumors throw systematic reviewed literature. The systematic review of the literature was performed according to PRISMA guidelines.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>Total 11,653 cases of five article were analyzed. The cohort of 3824 cases received appropriate treatment. The most frequent histotype of the group of sinonasal malignancies was squamous cell carcinoma. Squamous cell carcinoma was represented by 54%. The other histopathological subtypes were esthesioneuroblastoma with 9,9%, melanoma 9,8%, adenocarcinoma 7,5%, sarcoma 7,3%, adeno cystic carcinoma 7,1%, sinonasal undifferentiated carcinoma 3,9%, sinonasal neuroendocrine carcinoma 2,8% respectively. All 772 cases of total 3824 were treated only surgically. All 62 cases of total 3824 were treated without surgery, 20 cases with proton technique and SFUD, and 42 cases with proton technique and IMRT. The other 2990 cases of total 3824 were treated with multimodality treatment. The diagnosis and treatment of sinonasal cancers require a interdisciplinary approach and multimodality treatment.</p>","PeriodicalId":10861,"journal":{"name":"Current Oncology Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141455753","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Antonio Cigliola, Gagan Prakash, Roger Li, Karima Oualla, Shilpa Gupta, Ashish M Kamat, Jad Chahoud, Andrea Necchi, Philippe E Spiess
{"title":"Correction to: Current Status and Challenges in Rare Genitourinary Cancer Research and Future Directions.","authors":"Antonio Cigliola, Gagan Prakash, Roger Li, Karima Oualla, Shilpa Gupta, Ashish M Kamat, Jad Chahoud, Andrea Necchi, Philippe E Spiess","doi":"10.1007/s11912-024-01590-x","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11912-024-01590-x","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":10861,"journal":{"name":"Current Oncology Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142046391","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Marie-Pierre Cyr, Tamara Jones, Robyn Brennen, Udari Colombage, Helena C Frawley
{"title":"Effectiveness of Pelvic Floor Muscle and Education-Based Therapies on Bladder, Bowel, Vaginal, Sexual, Psychological Function, Quality of Life, and Pelvic Floor Muscle Function in Females Treated for Gynecological Cancer: A Systematic Review.","authors":"Marie-Pierre Cyr, Tamara Jones, Robyn Brennen, Udari Colombage, Helena C Frawley","doi":"10.1007/s11912-024-01586-7","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11912-024-01586-7","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>Gynecological malignancies are prevalent in females, and this population is likely to experience symptoms of pelvic floor disorders and sexual dysfunction. Non-surgical, non-pharmaceutical conservative therapies, namely pelvic floor muscle (PFM) therapies and education-based interventions, could be beneficial for this population. The purpose of this systematic review was to examine the evidence regarding their effectiveness on bladder, bowel, vaginal, sexual, psychological function, quality of life, and PFM function in gynecological cancer populations.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>Six databases were searched to identify studies employing any interventional study design, except case studies, to investigate the effect of PFM therapies, education-based interventions, or combined therapies on any outcome of interest. The search yielded 4467 results, from which 20 studies were included. Of these, 11 (55%) were RCTs, two (10%) were non-RCTs with two groups, and seven (35%) were non-RCTs with a single group. Findings suggest that combined (multimodal) therapies, specifically PFM (active > passive) + education therapies, appear more effective for vaginal, overall pelvic floor, sexual, and PFM function. PFM therapies (active and/or electrostimulation) may improve bladder outcomes. Limited evidence suggests PFM (active) + education therapies may improve bowel function. Conservative therapies may improve psychological function, although available data do not appear to favor a particular therapy. Given the conflicting findings regarding quality of life, no clear conclusions can be made. Interpretation of findings highlighted the importance of intervention dosage, adherence, and supervision for optimal effectiveness. Despite the limitations of the included studies, this review provides new and valuable insights for future research and clinical practice.</p>","PeriodicalId":10861,"journal":{"name":"Current Oncology Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142035489","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"How to Identify and Manage High-Risk Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.","authors":"Tarek H Mouhieddine","doi":"10.1007/s11912-024-01596-5","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11912-024-01596-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>It elucidates advancements in identifying and managing high-risk smoldering multiple myeloma (SMM), moving from observation strategies to intervention approaches. It highlights the significance of differentiating high-risk SMM from its less aggressive counterparts to prevent progression to multiple myeloma (MM).</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>Recent developments have improved SMM risk-stratification, integrating clinical, molecular and biological markers to identify high-risk individuals accurately. The advent of dynamic risk models that incorporate disease evolution and the application of novel diagnostic technologies are enhancing the understanding of SMM. Clinical trials exploring low to high intensity interventions, have shown promise in delaying MM onset and improving patient prognosis. There is a significant change in high-risk SMM management, leaning towards early intervention and precision medicine. The focus now is on refining these approaches, exploring new treatments, and proving the sustained benefits of early interventions to ultimately improve SMM patient care and outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":10861,"journal":{"name":"Current Oncology Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142035490","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Unveiling the Hidden Links: Periodontal Disease, Fusobacterium Nucleatum, and Cancers.","authors":"Elahe Akbari, Joel B Epstein, Firoozeh Samim","doi":"10.1007/s11912-024-01591-w","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11912-024-01591-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>Fusobacterium nucleatum (F. nucleatum), an anaerobic, gram-negative microbe, commonly found in human dental biofilm and the gut flora. It has long been known to have a higher concentration in periodontal disease and has recently been implicated in both oral and distant cancers such as colorectal, gastrointestinal, esophageal, breast, pancreatic hepatocellular, and genitourinary cancers. However, the mechanism of its involvement in the development of cancer has not been fully discussed. This review aims to cover biological molecular and clinical aspects of F. nucleatum and cancers.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>Studies indicate F. nucleatum promotes tumor development through chronic inflammation, immune evasion, cell proliferation activation, and direct cell interactions, as in oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). In colorectal cancer (CRC), F. nucleatum contributes to tumorigenesis through β-catenin signaling and NF-κB activation. It also induces autophagy, leading to chemoresistance in CRC and esophageal cancers, and enhances tumor growth and metastasis in breast cancer by reducing T-cell infiltration. F. nucleatum is linked to carcinogenesis and increased bacterial diversity in OSCC, with improved oral hygiene potentially preventing OSCC. F. nucleatum triggers cancer by causing mutations and epigenetic changes through cytokines and reactive oxygen species. It also promotes chemoresistance in CRC. F. nucleatum may potentially serve as a diagnostic tool in various cancers, with non-invasive detection methods available. Further investigation is needed to discover its potential in the diagnosis and treatment of OSCC and other cancers.</p>","PeriodicalId":10861,"journal":{"name":"Current Oncology Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141916289","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Proton Therapy in The Treatment of Head And Neck Cancers- Review.","authors":"Kamila Bała, Yana Samovich, Karolina Dorobisz","doi":"10.1007/s11912-024-01592-9","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11912-024-01592-9","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>Head and neck cancers rank as the seventh most common cancer worldwide, nearly half of which result in death. The most common treatment methods for head and neck cancers include radiotherapy and surgery. Proton therapy has emerged in radiotherapy for cases where tumors are located near anatomically sensitive areas where the radiation dose must be strictly limited. The purpose of the work is to discuss the role of the proton therapy in the treatment in various types of cancer, and particularly head and neck tumors.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>Proton therapy allows for the delivery of radiation doses to critical organs to be reduced, resulting in a decrease in the occurrence of late adverse effects on these organs. The occurrence of side effects caused by proton therapy depends on the relative and absolute volume of organs at risk receiving specific radiation doses. Proton therapy represents a promising alternative to conventional radiotherapy due to the reduced number of complications in healthy tissues by delivering a lower radiation dose outside the tumor area.</p>","PeriodicalId":10861,"journal":{"name":"Current Oncology Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141901207","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Isabel V Rodriguez, Talayeh Ghezelayagh, Kathryn P Pennington, Barbara M Norquist
{"title":"Prevention of Ovarian Cancer: Where are We Now and Where are We Going?","authors":"Isabel V Rodriguez, Talayeh Ghezelayagh, Kathryn P Pennington, Barbara M Norquist","doi":"10.1007/s11912-024-01587-6","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11912-024-01587-6","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>To describe current and future strategies to reduce the burden of ovarian cancer through prevention.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>Current strategies in genetic testing are missing a substantial number of individuals at risk, representing a missed opportunity for ovarian cancer prevention. Past efforts at screening and early detection have thus far failed to improve ovarian cancer mortality, and novel techniques are needed. Surgical prevention is highly effective, but surgical menopause from oophorectomy has significant side effects. Novel surgical strategies aimed at reducing risk while minimizing these harms are currently being studied. To maximize ovarian cancer prevention, a multi-pronged approach is needed. We propose that more inclusive and accurate genetic testing to identify more individuals at risk, novel molecular screening and early detection, surgical prevention that maximizes quality of life while reducing risk, and broader adoption of targeted and opportunistic salpingectomy will together reduce the burden of ovarian cancer.</p>","PeriodicalId":10861,"journal":{"name":"Current Oncology Reports","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":4.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141901206","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}