Archive:: Journal of Cancer Treatment and Research:: Science Publishing Group

Volume 10, Issue 2, June 2022

Partial Reconstruction with Thigh Skin Graft for Penile Cancer: Case Presentation, Description of Surgical Technique and Literature Review

Lemme Gustavo Francisco, Rovegno Federico Agustin, Capiel Leandro, Rovegno Agustin Roberto

Issue: Volume 10, Issue 2, June 2022

Pages: 13-17

Received: 21 December 2021

Accepted: 7 January 2022

Published: 9 April 2022

DOI: 10.11648/j.jctr.20221002.11

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Abstract: Background: Penile cancer is a rare neoplasm, the most common variety is invasive squamous cell carcinoma or epidermoid carcinoma. Its incidence is very low in developed countries. Partial and radical penectomy has been the gold standard for the treatment of this disease. In recent decades, different reconstructive techniques have been developed wi... Show More

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Chemotherapy at the End of Life – The Reality of an Oncological Centre

Raquel Fontes, Jorge Rodrigues, Camila Oliveira, Mauricio Peixoto, Sonia Doria, Rafael Silva, Sofia Martins, Julia Amorim, Rui Nabiço, Ana Marques

Issue: Volume 10, Issue 2, June 2022

Pages: 18-23

Received: 15 April 2022

Accepted: 4 May 2022

Published: 24 May 2022

DOI: 10.11648/j.jctr.20221002.12

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Abstract: Background: In advanced and incurable cancer disease, chemotherapy may be recommended if it improves the quality of life, even if it does not increase survival. However, in an end-of-life setting, the use of chemotherapy is controversial, with less clear indications and more individualized decisions. This study aimed to evaluate patients who receiv... Show More

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