cancer surveillance

Patient Perceptions of Telehealth Use in Head and Neck Cancer Surveillance: A Qualitative Synthesis

By MedXY 08/02/2026

This review synthesizes evidence on patients' perceptions of telehealth for head and neck cancer surveillance, highlighting barriers, benefits, and the potential of hybrid models to improve acceptability post-treatment.

Dermatology news Oncology

Circulating Tumor DNA Outperforms Merkel Cell Polyomavirus Antibodies for Monitoring Recurrence in Merkel Cell Carcinoma

By MedXY 07/14/2026

A multicenter cohort study demonstrates that circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) is more accurate than Merkel cell polyomavirus (MCPyV) antibody testing in detecting recurrence of Merkel cell carcinoma, improving patient surveillance and risk stratification.

Gastroenterology news Oncology

Adherence to Surveillance in the Watch and Wait Approach for Rectal Cancer

By MedXY 05/08/2026

Study finds 62% of rectal cancer patients on Watch and Wait receive optimal surveillance, with younger patients showing better adherence. Critical gaps occur in the first year, particularly in initial endoscopic/imaging exams and colonoscopies.

Gastroenterology news Oncology

Cancer Risk in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Remains Broad Despite Preventive Surgery: Dutch Nationwide Data Highlight Rising Gastric Cancer Burden

By MedXY 05/03/2026

A nationwide Dutch cohort confirms that patients with FAP remain at markedly elevated risk for multiple gastrointestinal and extraintestinal cancers, with gastric cancer emerging as the most frequently diagnosed malignancy since 2020.