Prolonged abdominal pain with no apparent cause and unexplained weight loss may be a warning of a gastrointestinal tumor Published on 02/08/2022 The symptoms of gastrointestinal tumors vary greatly and depend on the type of tumor and where it is located, so they must be studied individually. Although colorectal cancer is the most common, the incidence of other gastrointestinal tumors, like pancreatic or stomach tumors, has increased in recent years. Risk factors for gastrointestinal tumors include a poor diet, physical inactivity, alcohol consumption and smoking
Clear information and support from the healthcare professional, keys to overcoming the fear of going to the doctor Published on 18/07/2022 The specialist is key to alleviating the patient’s uncertainty and providing the resources with which to safely face the situation that is causing distress, particularly in cases of cancer
Summer vacations and cancer treatments - tips for planning your summer Published on 05/07/2022 The oncologist’s assessment may allow for a small advance or delay in starting a treatment cycle to extend the rest period and allow the patient to schedule vacations, on an individual basis and according to the needs of each patient
Improves the identification of genetic alterations in leukemia, allowing treatment to be personalized, improving its effectiveness Published on 20/06/2022 Depending on the type of leukemia, patients will have different genetic alterations or mutations that determine the progress of treatment
A second medical opinion can offer a greater range of cancer treatments that can be better adapted to each patient Published on 15/06/2022 Having more information about their diagnosis is part of the patient's right to make a more informed decision about their treatment options while taking into account their particular circumstances
Immunotherapy, key to the prevention of skin cancer recurrence and in the treatment of advanced-stage tumors Published on 09/06/2022 The use of this form of adjuvant treatment is increasingly associated with greater therapeutic benefits for patients, even in earlier stages of the disease
The individualization of surgical management and targeted medical treatment - keys to improving survival rates and achieving a good quality of life for women with gynecologic cancer Published on 18/05/2022 During the congress, experts in gynecologic cancer from Europe and the United States will share their knowledge and the latest news on each type of tumor will be discussed
The construction of a neobladder, a solution used in 90% of bladder cancer operations at MD Anderson Madrid Published on 09/05/2022 Multidisciplinary management and rapid access to innovative therapies maximize the chances of cure and recovery for patients with bladder cancer
Relatives and friends of cancer patients 'share their story' to confront the diagnosis of cancer Published on 05/05/2022 MD Anderson Madrid launches the 'Share your story' campaign with the aim of showing the most human side of this disease which not only affects patients, but also those closest to them
Colon cancer cases are on the rise in those under 50 Published on 30/03/2022 Various scientific studies confirm an increased incidence rate of colon cancer in young adults. In Europe, specifically, between 40 and 45 years old, one study observed an annual increase of 1.6% between 2004 and 2016