April 2018, Vol 8, No 4

Active surveillance is less costly than immediate treatment of low-risk prostate cancer, regardless of the specific treatment, according to findings from a cost analysis at a single institution presented at the 2018 Genitourinary Cancers Symposium. Read More ›

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Because of the novel mechanisms of action of immunotherapies, extended treatment period, and unique toxicities, cancer treatment with immunotherapy warrants special consideration from a survivorship standpoint, suggested Katy K. Tsai, MD, Clinical Instructor, Division of Hematology/Oncology, University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), at the 2018 Cancer Survivorship Symposium. Read More ›

In 2 separate studies, apalutamide (Erleada) and enzalutamide (Xtandi) reduced the risk for metastasis and prolonged metastasis-­free survival in patients with nonmetastatic castrate-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC), according to the results of 2 clinical trials presented at the 2018 Genitourinary Cancers Symposium. Read More ›

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In a January 3, 2018, statement from FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, MD, the FDA announced new steps to promote generic drug competition as a way to expand potential access to inexpensive medicines, which would be especially helpful for patients with cancer. These new steps are a part of the FDA’s ongoing implementation of the Drug Competition Action Plan. Read More ›

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