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Atlas of Gynecologic Oncology, 2nd Edition

04.21.2010 · Posted in Cancer Textbooks, Publications

Fully updated and revised, the second edition of An Atlas of Gynecologic Oncology presents a full description of the investigative and surgical procedures carried out by the gynecologic oncologist. Atlas for postgraduates involved in the surgical management of gynecological malignancy. Includes a full description of the majority of investigative and surgical procedures required of the ...

Avastin Phase III Study Shows Positive Results in Women with Advanced Ovarian Cancer

Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) announced today that a phase III study showed the combination of Avastin (bevacizumab) and chemotherapy followed by maintenance use of Avastin increased the time women with advanced ovarian cancer lived without their disease worsening (progression-free survival or PFS) compared to chemotherapy alone. A preliminary assessment of safety noted adverse ...

Plasma Cell-Free DNA in Ovarian Cancer: an Independent Prognostic Biomarker

02.18.2010 · Posted in Publications

Plasma cell-free DNA in ovarian cancer: an independent prognostic biomarker. Kamat AA, Baldwin M, Urbauer D, Dang D, Han LY, Godwin A, Karlan BY, Simpson JL, Gershenson DM, Coleman RL, Bischoff FZ, Sood AK. Department of Gynecologic Oncology, The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas. BACKGROUND:: Cell-free DNA reflects both normal ...

Surgical Physician Assistant Job at Texas Oncology – The Woodlands, TX

01.27.2010 · Posted in Cancer Careers

Surgical Physician Assistant GYN Oncology Texas Oncology, The Woodlands, TX (Full time,Permanent) Great Opportunity in Houston Area Texas Oncology is the world’s largest group of medical professionals devoted exclusively to cancer care. With about 270 practicing physicians, Texas Oncology serves patients at 95 locations throughout Texas and New Mexico, including 38 comprehensive cancer centers. Texas ...