Genomic profiling study brings investigators “one step closer” to liquid biopsy in UTUC
December 6th 2021“We’re just getting one step closer to being able to find urine tests that we can use to help risk stratify patients, and then help understand the genetic profiles of other tumors, which might help guide management later on,” says Wesley Yip, MD.
Study investigates PSMA-targeted radionuclide therapy in men with mCRPC
December 2nd 2021“Overall, my take is that even with an intense PSMA-targeted radionuclide regimen, I think the chance of a response… at least by PSA, is higher with stronger baseline PSMA imaging,” says Scott T. Tagawa, MD, MS, FACP.
Dr. Siddiqui discusses recent and projected developments in bladder cancer
December 1st 2021"Some of the discussion going on right now is how to improve the morbidity of bladder cancer treatment by pursuing such things…as bladder sparing approaches when feasible…and so, I think that’s very exciting,” says Mohummad M. Siddiqui, MD.
Dr. Lerner gives highlights of SUO’s 2021 bladder cancer course
December 1st 2021“The idea was really to bring together a multidisciplinary group of experts and to discuss…highly relevant, translational research that’s going on, and to…address some of the really critical clinical questions as well,” says Seth P. Lerner, MD, FACS.
Expert Forum on Bladder Cancer: Recent Innovations
December 1st 2021“We are having a wealth of new medications that are helping our patients. Primarily with advanced disease, but…maybe there are going to be some applications to move that earlier and earlier in the in the disease process,” says Christopher B. Anderson, MD, MPH.
Rezum therapy: Why it should be considered in large prostates
November 29th 2021“While this study does offer a lot of promise for the treatment options that we can offer to these patients, it does also highlight the need for further prospective trials to evaluate the efficacy of this treatment, as well as the treatments of all the different surgical options available to patients who are suffering from BPH,” says Evan Garden.
Aquablation therapy as a discussion point in patient counseling
November 26th 2021“I think the key elements are that you should know about Aquablation if you are treating BPH in consideration for your patients and care, especially those who are looking for a more durable response and to maintain their ejaculation,” says Kevin Zorn, MD, FRCSC, FACS.