Head and neck cancer surgery has evolved far beyond just survival — today, it's about saving lives while preserving function and quality of life. In this compelling interview, Dr. Manish Sadhwani, a distinguished Surgical Oncologist from Ahmedabad, Gujarat, discusses the modern advances that are transforming outcomes for patients with head and neck

Introduction Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with MET exon 14 skipping mutations represents a distinct subset of cancer that presents significant treatment challenges. These mutations lead to abnormal activation of the MET receptor, promoting cancer cell growth and survival. Targeted therapies, such as tepotinib, a selective MET inhibitor, have

Hello, and a warm welcome to MedX, where we bring you the latest news and insights from the world of medicine. New Age Recommendations for the RSV Vaccine are in Progress CDC advisers are considering lowering the recommended age for RSV vaccination in adults, a move that could expand protection for vulnerable populations. Currently approved for tho

When treating head and neck cancers, the surgical focus has traditionally been on survival—but at what cost to a patient's function and quality of life? In this compelling interview, Dr. Narayana Subramanian, renowned Surgical Oncologist, Director of Head and Neck Surgery, and Director of Clinical Innovation at SPARSH Hospital, Bengaluru, shares hi

Introduction Cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy often experience neutropenia, a significant reduction in neutrophil count, which increases their vulnerability to infections. Fever in neutropenic patients can be the only indication of an underlying severe infection, making timely diagnosis and treatment crucial. The Infectious Diseases Society

Introduction Angiosarcoma is a rare but highly aggressive malignant tumor that originates from the endothelial cells lining blood vessels and lymphatics. Accounting for only 1-2% of all soft tissue sarcomas, angiosarcomas are notorious for their rapid progression, high recurrence rates, and poor prognosis. This article provides a detailed overview

Lung cancer is a life-threatening disease that has a profound impact on individuals, families, and entire communities. It stands as the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, claiming more lives each year than breast, colon, and prostate cancers combined. Although cigarette smoking is the primary cause, accounting for the majo

An 87-year-old female with a history of primary hypertension presented with abdominal pain and hematochezia. Cross-sectional imaging and diagnostic laparoscopy identified an ileocecal mass with peritoneal carcinomatosis. Histopathological evaluation confirmed metastatic signet ring cell carcinoma, exhibiting microsatellite instability-high (MSI-H)

Hello, and a warm welcome to MedX, where we bring you the latest news and insights from the world of medicine. FDA Grants Accelerated Approval to Atrasentan for IgA Nephropathy The FDA has granted accelerated approval to atrasentan for adults with primary IgA nephropathy at risk of rapid progression. The Phase III ALIGN trial demonstrated that atra