1st patient dosed in trial of Enhertu for HER2 endometrial cancer
A Phase 3 clinical trial of Enhertu, a therapy developed by Daiichi Sankyo and AstraZeneca, has begun dosing its first patient with…
Gynecological cancer
Gynecological cancer overview
Gynecological cancer encompasses a group of cancers affecting the female reproductive system. Approximately 100,000 people are diagnosed with gynecological cancer in the U.S. every year. Although each type of gynecological cancer is unique, with its own symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options, reaching an early diagnosis is critical for ensuring the best possible outcomes in any of them.
Read moreGynecological cancer treatment
There are several treatment approaches for gynecological cancer, which encompasses all cancers that originate in the female reproductive system. The choice of treatment will depend on the cancer type, how far it has spread, a patient’s general health status, and other factors, such as whether the patient wishes for their fertility to be preserved.
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Relacorilant delays ovarian cancer disease progression: Trial data
Relacorilant lowered the risk of disease progression and death by about 30% when used on top of standard chemotherapy in people with platinum-resistant ovarian cancer.
FDA fast tracks PHST001 as treatment for ovarian cancer
Pheast Therapeutics has received fast track designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for PHST001, its candidate treatment for ovarian cancer, a type…
Pembrolizumab improves survival outcomes in ovarian cancer trial
Treatment with pembrolizumab — an immune-modulating therapy sold for some cancers under the brand name Keytruda — improved survival among people with platinum-resistant ovarian cancer…
Testosterone in gender-affirming care doesn’t raise cancer risk
The use of testosterone as part of gender-affirming care does not increase the risk of gynecological cancers in transgender men or gender-diverse people, a study…
World Ovarian Cancer Day to be observed May 8
Thursday is World Ovarian Cancer Day, an annual effort to raise awareness about ovarian cancer, the second most common type of gynecological cancer.
