Feng Yan, The Affiliated Cancer Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, China
Background Drug resistance, including Adriamycin-based therapeutic resistance, remains a challenge in breast cancer (BC) treatment. Studies have revealed that macrophages could play a pivotal role in mediating the chemoresistance of cancer cells. Accumulating evidence suggests th [....] » Read More


Title : Integrating single-cell and spatial transcriptomics to uncover and elucidate GP73-mediated pro-angiogenic regulatory networks in hepatocellular carcinoma
Jiazhou Ye, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, China
In this study we are the first worldwide to reveal a GP73-mediated regulatory network that promotes tumor angiogenesis and progression in Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) under hyperxia stress. Our findings demonstrated that GP73 plays crucial roles in tumor angiogenesis nich [....] » Read More
Title : Integrative multi-omics reveals metabolic–stemness coupling and novel therapeutic targets in osteosarcoma chemoresistance
Jinyan Feng, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, China
Chemoresistance remains the predominant cause of treatment failure in osteosarcoma (OS), yet its underlying molecular circuitry remains poorly defined. To address this gap, we conducted a series of mechanistic and clinically informed studies integrating molecular biology, epitran [....] » Read More
Title : Spatial multi-omics inference of diabetes-triggered pancreatic cancer growth: The key role of cholesterol-induced neutrophil extracellular
Guanqun Li, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, China
Objective: Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) patients with diabetes mellitus (DM) are associated with poor clinical outcome, while the mechanism remains unclear. Metabolic reprogramming of cancer cells and immune compartments determines the anti-tumor immune response in PDA [....] » Read More
Title : A case-based approach using IMPeTUs criteria in FDG PET/CT reporting of multiple myeloma
Mudalsha Ravina, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, India
[18F]FDG PET/CT has become an integral component in the evaluation of Multiple Myeloma (MM), offering significant advantages in disease detection, staging, treatment response assessment, and prognostication. The Italian Myeloma criteria for PET Use (IMPeTUs) provide a standardize [....] » Read More
Title : Bio-inspired optimization and AI interpretability for melanoma classification
Sabura Banu Urundai Meeran, Saveetha Engineering College, India
The early and precise diagnosis of melanoma plays a crucial role in improving survival rates and enabling timely intervention. However, automated melanoma detection systems face challenges due to image artifacts, illumination variation, and inter-class similarities. This study in [....] » Read More
Title : An overview of homoeopathic treatment as a peerless management in the palliative care of a case of stomach adenocarcinoma
Amir Ashraf, Dr. Amir’s Family Homoeopathy Clinic, India
Adenocarcinoma of the stomach begins in the mucus producing cells in the innermost lining of the stomach. Nearly all stomach cancers are adenocarcinoma. Adenocarcinoma of the stomach is divided into two main classes, depending on where it forms in the stomach.Gastric cardia ca [....] » Read More
Title : Transforming cancer care: Innovations, integrations, and impact
Shayan Maqsood, Jamia Hamdard University, India
Cancer is a complex heterogenous disease that is constantly evolving; and remains a persistent anomaly. The intricacy of cancer treatment presents a complicated woven biological spectrum encompassing various dimensions including genetics, epigenetics and the tumour microenvironme [....] » Read More
Title : Advanced nanoparticles, the hallmark of targeted drug delivery for osteosarcoma
Shayan Maqsood, Jamia Hamdard University, India
Osteosarcoma (OS) is a malignant bone cancer often linked to bone degradation caused by excessive osteoclast activity. Recent advancements in nanotechnology have greatly advanced the development of tumor-specific drug delivery nanocarriers (NCs), including smart and functionalize [....] » Read More
Title : Revolutionizing psychological care in oncology: A comprehensive review of emerging technologies and their impact on cancer patients
Manijeh Firoozi, University of Tehran, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Background: The psychological impact of cancer is profound, influencing the quality of life, treatment adherence, and overall outcomes for patients. With advancements in technology, new therapeutic modalities have emerged, offering innovative ways to address the psychological nee [....] » Read More
Title : A systematic review of medical art therapy for cancer patients
Manijeh Firoozi, University of Tehran, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Background: Art therapy has gained recognition as a valuable complementary treatment for cancer patients, helping to alleviate emotional and psychological stress. This systematic review aims to explore the efficacy of various types of medical art therapy and identify characterist [....] » Read More
Title : Decentralising and decolonising urology palliative care psychosocial services: A model for Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital, urology clinic, Eastern Cape
Awam Mavimbela, Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital, South Africa
Background: Patients with advanced urological conditions in the Eastern Cape face multiple barriers to quality palliative psychosocial care: centralised specialist services, limited integration of culturally relevant practices, transport and cost burdens, and mistrust rooted in h [....] » Read More
Title : Beauty of herbal medicine in the global fight for cancer
Najjemba Eseza Precious, Mengo Senior School, Uganda
Introduction: Cancer remains one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide, with conventional treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery often causing severe side effects. Natural medicine has gained attention as a potential complementary approach to cancer care. [....] » Read More
Title : Stakeholder engagement process for multinational lung cancer control programme for Malawi
Tumaini Malenga, Facilitators of Community Transformation (FACT Malawi), Malawi
Introduction: Lung cancer remains a critical public health concern globally. With a variation of risk factors, it remains the leading cause of cancer-related death and has a considerably high burden in sub-Saharan Africa . There is a deficiency in data for Malawi for several reas [....] » Read More
Title : Self-employed cancer survivors
Miri Cohen, University of Haifa, Israel
Objective: Although awareness of the effect of cancer on self-employed individuals is growing, few studies have explored processes of coping in relation to the changes in cancer survivors’ business operations. We examined: (a) identify the perceived effects of cancer on bus [....] » Read More
Title : Application of a machine learning-based tumor risk prediction system to assist in precise diagnosis of prostate cancer and biopsy decision-making
Zhou Yu, Shenzhen People's Hospital, China
Objective: To develop a prediction model for prostate biopsy based on machine learning algorithms and create a tumor risk prediction system, aiming to achieve precise diagnosis of prostate cancer and assist in biopsy decision-making. Methods: Clinical data were retrospectively [....] » Read More
Title : Bilateral benign phyllodes tumor of the breast: A rare case report
Bryan Matthew H Miraflor, Negros Oriental Medical Society, Philippines
Introduction: Phyllodes tumors (PTs) are rare breast neoplasms with an incidence of 0.3% to 1% in relation to all primary breast tumors (1). With an Incidence rate of 2.1 per 1 million women (2). They are classified as either benign, malignant and borderline according [....] » Read More
Title : Role of financial toxicity, psychological distress, and perceived social support on satisfaction of life among patients diagnosed with cancer in Pakistan
Muhammad Hammad, Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University, Pakistan
Purpose: To investigates the impact of financial toxicity and psychological distress on life satisfaction among cancer patients, with a specific focus on the mediating role of perceived social support. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at Pakistan [....] » Read More