research Understanding, recognizing, and managing toxicities of targeted anticancer therapies
Targeted anticancer therapies can cause severe side effects similar to traditional chemotherapy, but with different types.
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450-480 / 1000+ resultsresearch Efficacy and safety of a novel anti‐HER2 therapeutic antibody RC48 in patients with HER2‐overexpressing, locally advanced or metastatic gastric or gastroesophageal junction cancer: a single‐arm phase II study
RC48 shows promise for treating certain advanced cancers, but more research is needed.
research Appropriateness of oral drugs for long-term treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms in older persons: results of a systematic literature review and international consensus validation process (LUTS-FORTA 2014)
Dutasteride, fesoterodine, and finasteride are beneficial for older patients, while most other drugs should be used cautiously or avoided.
research Alopecia Areata: An Updated Review for 2023
Alopecia Areata affects 2% globally, with treatments like essential oils, garlic, and JAK inhibitors showing promise, but more research is needed.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review of Pathogenesis, Management, and Drug Repurposing
PCOS management includes lifestyle changes and medications, with ongoing research into repurposed drugs for better treatment options.
research Efficacy and safety of deuruxolitinib, an oral selective Janus kinase inhibitor, in adults with alopecia areata: Results from the Phase 3 randomized, controlled trial (THRIVE-AA1)
Deuruxolitinib effectively promotes hair regrowth in adults with alopecia areata.
research Cosmetic Treatment Using Botulinum Toxin in the Oral and Maxillofacial Area: A Narrative Review of Esthetic Techniques
Botulinum toxin can safely and effectively treat facial wrinkles and muscle issues with precise injection techniques.
research Ejaculations and Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: An Impossible Compromise? A Comprehensive Review
Men with BPH should discuss potential sexual side effects with doctors before treatment, as some treatments can affect ejaculation.
research Outcomes in Clinically Relevant Patient Subgroups From the EMBRACA Study: Talazoparib vs Physician’s Choice Standard-of-Care Chemotherapy
Talazoparib is more effective than standard chemotherapy for advanced breast cancer with BRCA mutations.
research Poster Presentations
Ustekinumab successfully treated a man's resistant skin condition when other treatments failed.
research Efficacy and safety of the oral Janus kinase 3/tyrosine kinase expressed in hepatocellular carcinoma family kinase inhibitor ritlecitinib over 24 months: integrated analysis of the ALLEGRO phase IIb/III and long-term phase III clinical studies in alopecia areata
Ritlecitinib effectively treats alopecia areata and is safe for long-term use in people 12 and older.
research Phase I safety and pharmacokinetic study of SU-014813 in combination with docetaxel in patients with advanced solid tumours
The drug combination was safe and showed promise in treating advanced tumors.
research Thiopurines: Recent Topics and Their Role in the Treatment of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
Thiopurines help treat IBD but require genetic testing to avoid side effects.
research Efficacy and Safety of Baricitinib in Patients with Severe Alopecia Areata over 52 Weeks of Continuous Therapy in Two Phase III Trials (BRAVE-AA1 and BRAVE-AA2)
Baricitinib improved severe hair loss in adults over 52 weeks and was safe to use.
research Final Results of a Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Two-Arm, Parallel Clinical Trial of Proxalutamide for Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients: A Multiregional, Joint Analysis of the Proxa-Rescue AndroCoV Trial
Proxalutamide improved recovery, lowered death rates, and reduced hospital stay for COVID-19 patients.
research JAK inhibition decreases the autoimmune burden in Down syndrome
JAK inhibition may help manage autoimmune conditions in Down syndrome.
research A phase 2a trial of brepocitinib for cicatricial alopecia
Brepocitinib effectively reduces inflammation and improves symptoms in cicatricial alopecia with good safety.
research Long‐term safety and efficacy of ritlecitinib in adults and adolescents with alopecia areata and at least 25% scalp hair loss: Results from the ALLEGRO ‐LT phase 3, open‐label study
Ritlecitinib is effective and safe for treating alopecia areata, promoting significant hair regrowth.
research A Randomized, Multicenter, Evaluator-blind Study to Evaluate the Safety and Effectiveness of VYC-12L Treatment for Skin Quality Improvements
VYC-12L effectively improves skin smoothness, reduces fine lines, and boosts hydration.
research Patient, Oncologist, and Payer Preferences for Adjuvant Endocrine Therapy and CDK4/6 Inhibitor Regimens in Early-Stage Breast Cancer: A Discrete Choice Experiment
Patients and oncologists prioritize survival benefits, while payers focus on treatment costs.
research Efficacy and safety of topical finasteride spray solution for male androgenetic alopecia: a phase III, randomized, controlled clinical trial
Topical finasteride is an effective and safer treatment for male hair loss.
research Off-Label Uses of Abrocitinib: Review of Emerging Therapeutic Applications beyond Atopic Dermatitis
Abrocitinib shows promise for treating various skin conditions beyond atopic dermatitis.
research Proteolysis‐Targeting Chimera (PROTAC): Current Applications and Future Directions
PROTACs offer new ways to treat hard-to-target diseases, with promising drugs for cancer in advanced trials.
research Cold Plasma An emerging technology for clinical use in wound healing
Cold Plasma shows promise for healing wounds by killing bacteria and helping tissue grow.
research Health-related quality of life with sacituzumab govitecan in HR+/HER2− metastatic breast cancer in the phase III TROPiCS-02 trial
Sacituzumab govitecan improves quality of life and symptoms in breast cancer patients, except for causing more diarrhea.
research Sustained hair regrowth with continued ritlecitinib treatment through week 48 in patients with alopecia areata with or without early target responses: Post hoc analysis of the ALLEGRO phase 2b/3 trial
Continued ritlecitinib treatment helps sustain hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients.
research Efficacy and safety of ritlecitinib, an oral JAK3 /TEC family kinase inhibitor, in adolescent and adult patients with alopecia totalis and alopecia universalis
Ritlecitinib helps regrow hair in people with alopecia totalis and universalis and is safe to use.
research Adverse Events in Isotretinoin Therapy: A Single-Arm Meta-Analysis
Isotretinoin therapy for acne can cause many reversible side effects, mainly mild skin conditions, and patient understanding of these effects can improve treatment adherence.
research Baricitinib for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Baricitinib helps regrow hair in adults with severe alopecia better than a placebo and is approved for treatment, but long-term effects are still unknown.
research Baricitinib Safety for Events of Special Interest in Populations at Risk: Analysis from Randomised Trial Data Across Rheumatologic and Dermatologic Indications
Baricitinib, a drug for rheumatoid arthritis, atopic dermatitis, and alopecia areata, is generally safe with low risk of major side effects, even in patients with risk factors. It's also effective in promoting hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients.