11.10.2019 | Health Services Research and Global Oncology
Introducing: The Landmark Series
verfasst von:
Kelly M. McMasters, MD, PhD
Erschienen in:
Annals of Surgical Oncology
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Excerpt
Tremendous progress has been made in the treatment of cancer. The oldest treatment modality—surgery—remains the most effective treatment for many types of solid tumors. Advances in surgical techniques, along with improvements in neoadjuvant therapies and perioperative care, have allowed the extirpation of tumors once thought to be inoperable. Newer challenges include further development of minimally invasive approaches and enhanced recovery after surgery. Still, all cancer surgeons understand the limitations of surgery. The field of surgical oncology involves much more than surgery; it is about multidisciplinary care to achieve the best outcomes for our patients. Advances in adjuvant therapies, i.e. radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy, have improved survival and quality of life for patients with many types of cancer. Many questions remain regarding the optimal combination, timing, and sequence of these various cancer treatment modalities. …
