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05/25/2022
A recent study found that as many as half of patients with rectal cancer do not receive proper pre-treatment staging imaging, despite NCCN guideline recommendations for such imaging.
A recent study found that as many as half of patients with rectal cancer do not receive proper pre-treatment staging imaging, despite NCCN guideline recommendations for such imaging.
A recent study found that as...
05/25/2022
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Conference Coverage
10/04/2021
Compared with chemotherapy alone, nivolumab added to chemotherapy maintained health-related quality of life with a decreased risk of symptom deterioration in patients with previously untreated advanced or metastatic gastric...
Compared with chemotherapy alone, nivolumab added to chemotherapy maintained health-related quality of life with a decreased risk of symptom deterioration in patients with previously untreated advanced or metastatic gastric...
Compared with chemotherapy...
10/04/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Conference Coverage
10/04/2021
Results from a study presented at the 2021 ASCO Quality Care Symposium showed that 1-month changes in patient-reported outcomes predicted treatment responses and survival outcomes among patients with metastatic GI cancer.
Results from a study presented at the 2021 ASCO Quality Care Symposium showed that 1-month changes in patient-reported outcomes predicted treatment responses and survival outcomes among patients with metastatic GI cancer.
Results from a study presented...
10/04/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Quiz
08/27/2021
True or False: Regionalization of gastric cancer care in a US integrated healthcare system increased care specialization and standardization, improving clinical outcomes for patients.
True or False: Regionalization of gastric cancer care in a US integrated healthcare system increased care specialization and standardization, improving clinical outcomes for patients.
True or False: Regionalization...
08/27/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
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08/17/2021
Regionalization of gastric cancer care in a US integrated healthcare system increased care specialization and standardization, improving clinical outcomes for patients.
Regionalization of gastric cancer care in a US integrated healthcare system increased care specialization and standardization, improving clinical outcomes for patients.
Regionalization of gastric...
08/17/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Quiz
08/05/2021
True or False: Perioperative chemotherapy is a more cost-effective treatment strategy than adjuvant chemoradiotherapy among patients with gastric cancer.
True or False: Perioperative chemotherapy is a more cost-effective treatment strategy than adjuvant chemoradiotherapy among patients with gastric cancer.
True or False: Perioperative...
08/05/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Conference Coverage
07/20/2021
A recent study comparing perioperative chemotherapy with adjuvant chemoradiotherapy among patients with gastric cancer suggests that perioperative chemotherapy may be more cost-effective.
A recent study comparing perioperative chemotherapy with adjuvant chemoradiotherapy among patients with gastric cancer suggests that perioperative chemotherapy may be more cost-effective.
A recent study comparing...
07/20/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Conference Coverage
07/07/2021
A recent study comparing perioperative chemotherapy and adjuvant chemoradiotherapy for the treatment of gastric cancer identified the more cost-effective treatment of the two.
A recent study comparing perioperative chemotherapy and adjuvant chemoradiotherapy for the treatment of gastric cancer identified the more cost-effective treatment of the two.
A recent study comparing...
07/07/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
NCCN Updates Clinical Practice Guideline for Gastric Cancer
03/10/2021
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network released an update to its clinical practice guideline for gastric cancer.
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network released an update to its clinical practice guideline for gastric cancer.
The National Comprehensive...
03/10/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
NCCN Updates Clinical Practice Guideline for Esophageal Cancers
03/10/2021
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network released an update to its clinical practice guideline for esophageal and esophageal junction cancers.
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network released an update to its clinical practice guideline for esophageal and esophageal junction cancers.
The National Comprehensive...
03/10/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
High Symptom Burden Among Patients With Advanced Upper GI Cancer Undergoing Chemotherapy
Insights From ASCO 2021
02/19/2021
Xin Shelley Wang, MD, MPH, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, discusses results from a real-world study exploring patient-reported outcomes (PROs) of symptom burden and functioning among patients with advanced...
Xin Shelley Wang, MD, MPH, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, discusses results from a real-world study exploring patient-reported outcomes (PROs) of symptom burden and functioning among patients with advanced...
Xin Shelley Wang, MD, MPH, The...
02/19/2021
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High Symptom Burden Among Patients With Advanced Upper GI Cancer Undergoing Chemotherapy
Insights From ASCO 2021
02/19/2021
Xin Shelley Wang, MD, MPH, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, discusses results from a real-world study exploring patient-reported outcomes (PROs) of symptom burden and functioning among patients with advanced...
Xin Shelley Wang, MD, MPH, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, discusses results from a real-world study exploring patient-reported outcomes (PROs) of symptom burden and functioning among patients with advanced...
Xin Shelley Wang, MD, MPH, The...
02/19/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
HRQoL Low Among Young Adult Colorectal Cancer Survivors
Videos
02/04/2021
Kimberly Miller, PhD, MPH, discusses results from a study exploring HRQoL in colorectal cancer survivors who were diagnosed before age 50.
Kimberly Miller, PhD, MPH, discusses results from a study exploring HRQoL in colorectal cancer survivors who were diagnosed before age 50.
Kimberly Miller, PhD, MPH,...
02/04/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
NCCN Guideline Adherence Improves Survival Outcomes in Anal Cancer
ENGAGING EXPERTS
02/03/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Real-World Outcomes of Recurrent vs De Novo Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer
Videos
02/03/2021
Laura Miotke, MD, discusses data suggesting that patients with recurrent metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma have significantly better survival outcomes compared with those with de novo metastatic disease.
Laura Miotke, MD, discusses data suggesting that patients with recurrent metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma have significantly better survival outcomes compared with those with de novo metastatic disease.
Laura Miotke, MD, discusses data...
02/03/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
High Economic Burden of HCC Treated With Loco-Regional Therapies
ENGAGING EXPERTS
01/27/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
High Costs of Pancreatic Enzyme Replacement Therapy Barrier to Medicare Beneficiary Drug Access
Videos
01/20/2021
Arjun Gupta, MD, discusses results from a study assessing out-of-pocket and total spending on pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy under Medicare Part D.
Arjun Gupta, MD, discusses results from a study assessing out-of-pocket and total spending on pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy under Medicare Part D.
Arjun Gupta, MD, discusses...
01/20/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
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Interview
01/17/2025
In this interview, Matthew S. Davids, MD, MMSc, discusses the role of real-world evidence in chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) management, treatment considerations for high-risk and comorbid patients, strategies for therapy discontinuation,...
In this interview, Matthew S. Davids, MD, MMSc, discusses the role of real-world evidence in chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) management, treatment considerations for high-risk and comorbid patients, strategies for therapy discontinuation,...
In this interview, Matthew S....
01/17/2025
Journal of Clinical Pathways
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Interview
01/17/2025
In this interview, Kara D. Romano, MD, University of Virginia, discusses advancements in radiation therapy for endometrial cancer, the integration of systemic therapies, the impact of treatment on quality of life, and the role of clinical...
In this interview, Kara D. Romano, MD, University of Virginia, discusses advancements in radiation therapy for endometrial cancer, the integration of systemic therapies, the impact of treatment on quality of life, and the role of clinical...
In this interview, Kara D....
01/17/2025
Journal of Clinical Pathways
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Interview
01/16/2025
In this interview, Cynthia X. Ma, MD, PhD, Washington University School of Medicine, discusses challenges in biomarker validation, the role of combination therapies, promising novel agents, and the integration of emerging treatments for...
In this interview, Cynthia X. Ma, MD, PhD, Washington University School of Medicine, discusses challenges in biomarker validation, the role of combination therapies, promising novel agents, and the integration of emerging treatments for...
In this interview, Cynthia X....
01/16/2025
Journal of Clinical Pathways
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Interview
01/13/2025
In this interview, Seema A. Bhat, MD, discusses the evolving treatment landscape for chronic lymphocytic leukemia, including strategies for treatment selection, sequencing, addressing diagnostic gaps, and exploring novel therapies to improve...
In this interview, Seema A. Bhat, MD, discusses the evolving treatment landscape for chronic lymphocytic leukemia, including strategies for treatment selection, sequencing, addressing diagnostic gaps, and exploring novel therapies to improve...
In this interview, Seema A....
01/13/2025
Journal of Clinical Pathways
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Interview
01/10/2025
In this interview, Jane L. Meisel, MD, discusses advancements in early breast cancer detection, the integration of standard and emerging treatments, strategies for improving patient adherence, and opportunities for optimizing care through...
In this interview, Jane L. Meisel, MD, discusses advancements in early breast cancer detection, the integration of standard and emerging treatments, strategies for improving patient adherence, and opportunities for optimizing care through...
In this interview, Jane L....
01/10/2025
Journal of Clinical Pathways
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Videos
01/09/2025
In this Breaking Down Health Care conversation, John Hennessy, MBA, and Michael Kolodziej, MD, discuss the evolution and challenges of alternative payment models, including accountable care organizations (ACOs), the Oncology Care Model (OCM),...
In this Breaking Down Health Care conversation, John Hennessy, MBA, and Michael Kolodziej, MD, discuss the evolution and challenges of alternative payment models, including accountable care organizations (ACOs), the Oncology Care Model (OCM),...
In this Breaking Down Health...
01/09/2025
Cancer Care Business Exchange
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Interview
01/09/2025
In this interview, Sandip Patel, MD, discusses the evolution of clinical pathways for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), including the integration of perioperative strategies, the potential of immunotherapy in earlier stages, the role of...
In this interview, Sandip Patel, MD, discusses the evolution of clinical pathways for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), including the integration of perioperative strategies, the potential of immunotherapy in earlier stages, the role of...
In this interview, Sandip Patel,...
01/09/2025
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Interview
12/20/2024
In this interview, Floortje Backes, MD, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, discusses advancements in novel treatments, the impact of molecular classifications, evolving surgical approaches, barriers to standardizing care, and...
In this interview, Floortje Backes, MD, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, discusses advancements in novel treatments, the impact of molecular classifications, evolving surgical approaches, barriers to standardizing care, and...
In this interview, Floortje...
12/20/2024
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Lisa Herms
Conference Coverage
12/19/2024
Learn about the real-world utilization of bispecific antibodies for relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma in the US community oncology setting, showing promising results in patient characteristics and uptake, with potential impact on patient...
Learn about the real-world utilization of bispecific antibodies for relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma in the US community oncology setting, showing promising results in patient characteristics and uptake, with potential impact on patient...
Learn about the real-world...
12/19/2024
Journal of Clinical Pathways
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Interview
12/19/2024
In this interview, Narek Shaverdian, MD, discusses the evolving role of radiation therapy in NSCLC treatment, highlighting advancements in precision medicine, the integration of AI, and promising research aimed at improving patient outcomes.
In this interview, Narek Shaverdian, MD, discusses the evolving role of radiation therapy in NSCLC treatment, highlighting advancements in precision medicine, the integration of AI, and promising research aimed at improving patient outcomes.
In this interview, Narek...
12/19/2024
Journal of Clinical Pathways

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News
05/25/2022
A recent study found that as many as half of patients with rectal cancer do not receive proper pre-treatment staging imaging, despite NCCN guideline recommendations for such imaging.
A recent study found that as many as half of patients with rectal cancer do not receive proper pre-treatment staging imaging, despite NCCN guideline recommendations for such imaging.
A recent study found that as...
05/25/2022
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Conference Coverage
10/04/2021
Compared with chemotherapy alone, nivolumab added to chemotherapy maintained health-related quality of life with a decreased risk of symptom deterioration in patients with previously untreated advanced or metastatic gastric...
Compared with chemotherapy alone, nivolumab added to chemotherapy maintained health-related quality of life with a decreased risk of symptom deterioration in patients with previously untreated advanced or metastatic gastric...
Compared with chemotherapy...
10/04/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Conference Coverage
10/04/2021
Results from a study presented at the 2021 ASCO Quality Care Symposium showed that 1-month changes in patient-reported outcomes predicted treatment responses and survival outcomes among patients with metastatic GI cancer.
Results from a study presented at the 2021 ASCO Quality Care Symposium showed that 1-month changes in patient-reported outcomes predicted treatment responses and survival outcomes among patients with metastatic GI cancer.
Results from a study presented...
10/04/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
News
08/17/2021
Regionalization of gastric cancer care in a US integrated healthcare system increased care specialization and standardization, improving clinical outcomes for patients.
Regionalization of gastric cancer care in a US integrated healthcare system increased care specialization and standardization, improving clinical outcomes for patients.
Regionalization of gastric...
08/17/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Conference Coverage
07/20/2021
A recent study comparing perioperative chemotherapy with adjuvant chemoradiotherapy among patients with gastric cancer suggests that perioperative chemotherapy may be more cost-effective.
A recent study comparing perioperative chemotherapy with adjuvant chemoradiotherapy among patients with gastric cancer suggests that perioperative chemotherapy may be more cost-effective.
A recent study comparing...
07/20/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Conference Coverage
07/07/2021
A recent study comparing perioperative chemotherapy and adjuvant chemoradiotherapy for the treatment of gastric cancer identified the more cost-effective treatment of the two.
A recent study comparing perioperative chemotherapy and adjuvant chemoradiotherapy for the treatment of gastric cancer identified the more cost-effective treatment of the two.
A recent study comparing...
07/07/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Conference Coverage
02/03/2021
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01/21/2021
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01/16/2021
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01/15/2021
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News
01/15/2025
Disparities in immune checkpoint inhibitor utilization and survival based on race and socioeconomic factors in patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) underscore the need for improved access to care for vulnerable...
Disparities in immune checkpoint inhibitor utilization and survival based on race and socioeconomic factors in patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) underscore the need for improved access to care for vulnerable...
Disparities in immune checkpoint...
01/15/2025
Journal of Clinical Pathways
News
01/09/2025
A recent study published in JNCI Cancer Spectrum investigated the pathways through which social risks affect screening outcomes for breast, cervical, and colorectal cancer (CRC) in patients served in community-based clinics across the US.
A recent study published in JNCI Cancer Spectrum investigated the pathways through which social risks affect screening outcomes for breast, cervical, and colorectal cancer (CRC) in patients served in community-based clinics across the US.
A recent study published in JNCI...
01/09/2025
Journal of Clinical Pathways
News
01/08/2025
Researchers developed and validated a deep learning model, Deep-IO, designed to predict the efficacy of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) in treating advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), according to a study published in JAMA...
Researchers developed and validated a deep learning model, Deep-IO, designed to predict the efficacy of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) in treating advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), according to a study published in JAMA...
Researchers developed and...
01/08/2025
Journal of Clinical Pathways
News
01/08/2025
According to results from the phase 2 SUMMIT basket trial, neratinib demonstrated promising efficacy among patients with EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer.
According to results from the phase 2 SUMMIT basket trial, neratinib demonstrated promising efficacy among patients with EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer.
According to results from the...
01/08/2025
Oncology
News
12/20/2024
Despite advancements in understanding the molecular basis of myelofibrosis (MF), a rare and complex bone marrow disorder, predicting disease outcomes and tailoring treatments remains challenging. A study published in Cancers used real-world...
Despite advancements in understanding the molecular basis of myelofibrosis (MF), a rare and complex bone marrow disorder, predicting disease outcomes and tailoring treatments remains challenging. A study published in Cancers used real-world...
Despite advancements in...
12/20/2024
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Lisa Herms
Conference Coverage
12/19/2024
Learn about the real-world utilization of bispecific antibodies for relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma in the US community oncology setting, showing promising results in patient characteristics and uptake, with potential impact on patient...
Learn about the real-world utilization of bispecific antibodies for relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma in the US community oncology setting, showing promising results in patient characteristics and uptake, with potential impact on patient...
Learn about the real-world...
12/19/2024
Journal of Clinical Pathways
News
12/19/2024
The joint stressors of travel burdens and financial hardship can affect the care patients with cancer receive.
The joint stressors of travel burdens and financial hardship can affect the care patients with cancer receive.
The joint stressors of travel...
12/19/2024
Journal of Clinical Pathways
News
12/17/2024
A review published in Cancers compares multiple guidelines on managing endometrial cancer, emphasizing the importance of consistent protocols and the role of molecular classification in optimizing treatment for postmenopausal women.
A review published in Cancers compares multiple guidelines on managing endometrial cancer, emphasizing the importance of consistent protocols and the role of molecular classification in optimizing treatment for postmenopausal women.
A review published in Cancers...
12/17/2024
Journal of Clinical Pathways
News
12/17/2024
Approximately 10% of patients with multiple myeloma may have an unknown cancer predisposition syndrome.
Approximately 10% of patients with multiple myeloma may have an unknown cancer predisposition syndrome.
Approximately 10% of patients...
12/17/2024
Journal of Clinical Pathways
News
12/17/2024
Metabolic disorders such as obesity and dyslipidemia are closely linked to diagnosis and risk of endometrial cancer (EC). With incidence and mortality rates on the rise, a study in Cell Communication and Signaling analyzed how lipid...
Metabolic disorders such as obesity and dyslipidemia are closely linked to diagnosis and risk of endometrial cancer (EC). With incidence and mortality rates on the rise, a study in Cell Communication and Signaling analyzed how lipid...
Metabolic disorders such as...
12/17/2024
Journal of Clinical Pathways

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Quiz
08/27/2021
True or False: Regionalization of gastric cancer care in a US integrated healthcare system increased care specialization and standardization, improving clinical outcomes for patients.
True or False: Regionalization of gastric cancer care in a US integrated healthcare system increased care specialization and standardization, improving clinical outcomes for patients.
True or False: Regionalization...
08/27/2021
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Quiz
08/05/2021
True or False: Perioperative chemotherapy is a more cost-effective treatment strategy than adjuvant chemoradiotherapy among patients with gastric cancer.
True or False: Perioperative chemotherapy is a more cost-effective treatment strategy than adjuvant chemoradiotherapy among patients with gastric cancer.
True or False: Perioperative...
08/05/2021
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What is the Standard First-Line Therapy for Advanced HCC?
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12/01/2020
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11/28/2022
  Indication SARCLISA (isatuximab-irfc) is indicated: In combination with carfilzomib and dexamethasone, for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma who have received 1 to 3 prior lines of...
  Indication SARCLISA (isatuximab-irfc) is indicated: In combination with carfilzomib and dexamethasone, for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma who have received 1 to 3 prior lines of...
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11/28/2022
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07/26/2022
True or False: Medicaid beneficiaries with advanced non-small cell lung cancer were less likely to receive biomarker testing and biomarker-driven therapies compared to those with commercial insurance.
True or False: Medicaid beneficiaries with advanced non-small cell lung cancer were less likely to receive biomarker testing and biomarker-driven therapies compared to those with commercial insurance.
True or False: Medicaid...
07/26/2022
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07/14/2022
True or False: Among daratumumab, lenalidomide, and dexamethasone triple therapy (DRd); bortezomib and lenalidomide plus dexamethasone triple therapy (VRd); and Rd, the most cost-effective treatment regimen in patients with newly diagnosed...
True or False: Among daratumumab, lenalidomide, and dexamethasone triple therapy (DRd); bortezomib and lenalidomide plus dexamethasone triple therapy (VRd); and Rd, the most cost-effective treatment regimen in patients with newly diagnosed...
True or False: Among...
07/14/2022
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07/12/2022
True or False: About 34% of commercially insured patients with ovarian cancer receive germline BRCA testing.
True or False: About 34% of commercially insured patients with ovarian cancer receive germline BRCA testing.
True or False: About 34% of...
07/12/2022
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Quiz
06/30/2022
True or False: Under a willingness-to-pay threshold of $100,000 per quality-adjusted life year, margetuximab plus chemotherapy is cost-effective compared to trastuzumab plus chemotherapy for patients with ERBB2–positive, advanced breast...
True or False: Under a willingness-to-pay threshold of $100,000 per quality-adjusted life year, margetuximab plus chemotherapy is cost-effective compared to trastuzumab plus chemotherapy for patients with ERBB2–positive, advanced breast...
True or False: Under a...
06/30/2022
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Quiz
06/28/2022
True or False: Bendamustine and rituximab was the most used frontline regimen for the treatment of MCL, while BTK inhibitors were the most used agents in later lines of therapy.
True or False: Bendamustine and rituximab was the most used frontline regimen for the treatment of MCL, while BTK inhibitors were the most used agents in later lines of therapy.
True or False: Bendamustine and...
06/28/2022
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Quiz
06/27/2022
True or False: Compared with venetoclax-plus-obinutuzumab, chemoimmunotherapies are associated with less health benefits at higher cost among patients with CLL.
True or False: Compared with venetoclax-plus-obinutuzumab, chemoimmunotherapies are associated with less health benefits at higher cost among patients with CLL.
True or False: Compared with...
06/27/2022
Journal of Clinical Pathways
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05/25/2022
True or False: For the 37 most common head and neck surgical oncologic procedure codes considered as a group, U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services reimbursement decreased from 2000 through 2020.
True or False: For the 37 most common head and neck surgical oncologic procedure codes considered as a group, U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services reimbursement decreased from 2000 through 2020.
True or False: For the 37 most...
05/25/2022
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Quiz
05/10/2022
True or False: Among patients with relapsed/refractory mantle cell lymphoma, second-generation Bruton’s tyrosine kinase inhibitors (BTKIs) provide an additional progression-free survival benefit compared with ibrutinib
True or False: Among patients with relapsed/refractory mantle cell lymphoma, second-generation Bruton’s tyrosine kinase inhibitors (BTKIs) provide an additional progression-free survival benefit compared with ibrutinib
True or False: Among patients...
05/10/2022
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Quiz
05/06/2022
True or False: HD201, a biosimilar to trastuzumab, demonstrated equivalence to referent trastuzumab in achieving a total pathological complete response and in safety in ERBB2–positive, early breast cancer.
True or False: HD201, a biosimilar to trastuzumab, demonstrated equivalence to referent trastuzumab in achieving a total pathological complete response and in safety in ERBB2–positive, early breast cancer.
True or False: HD201, a...
05/06/2022
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