In The Know-September 2024

September 2024

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Ed’s List for September 2024 outlines significant advancements and studies in gynecologic oncology. Notable studies include the LACC Trial, which examines survival rates in open versus minimally invasive radical hysterectomy for cervical cancer, and highlights the role of dietary factors in ovarian cancer risk. Another study highlights the use of cell-free DNA and protein biomarkers to enhance ovarian cancer detection with high specificity and sensitivity across different cancer stages.<br /><br />Further, the ROCkeTS multicenter study evaluates diagnostic tests for ovarian cancer in symptomatic postmenopausal patients, offering new standards for risk prediction. Histologic and molecular analyses reveal unique genetic shifts in both primary and recurrent endometrial cancer tumors. Research on early-stage endometrial cancer identifies several risk factors, aiding in prevention strategies.<br /><br />A focus on new diagnostic and therapeutic techniques includes studies on the potential role of extracellular vesicle-based blood tests, proving high specificity for ovarian cancer screening, and saturation genome editing in assessing RAD51C variants related to cancer risks. Additionally, methodologies like DeepHRD, using deep learning to identify homologous recombination deficiencies from histologic slides, broaden diagnostic capabilities.<br /><br />Reports on multi-institutional referral studies suggest enhancing patient outcomes by improving timeliness and accessibility of gynecologic oncology consultations. Emergent molecular classification techniques and comprehensive liquid molecular profiling advance personalized treatments in endometrial cancer, while studies address the impact of menopausal hormone therapy on survival outcomes in ovarian cancer.<br /><br />Overall, the document reflects a diverse array of studies aimed at improving diagnostic accuracy, understanding cancer pathophysiology, and exploring new treatments and screening tools in the field of gynecologic oncology. These efforts collectively aim to translate into better prevention, early detection, and treatment strategies, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

Keywords

gynecologic oncology

LACC Trial

cervical cancer

ovarian cancer detection

endometrial cancer

extracellular vesicle-based tests

saturation genome editing

DeepHRD

molecular profiling

menopausal hormone therapy