Melanoma
Conference Coverage
Which solid organ transplant recipients face the highest risk of skin cancer?
Those at low risk for skin cancer include abdominal organ recipients, SOTR age of younger than 50 at time of transplant, and female gender.
News
Age, skin cancer risks for ICI-induced bullous pemphigoid identified
“It’s harder to understand why a presumably antibody-mediated side effect would be more likely to have that cross-reactivity where the tumor...
Conference Coverage
Made-to-order TILs effective against metastatic melanoma
The product, called lifileucel, is custom made for each patient.
News
Study finds discrepancies in biopsy decisions, diagnoses based on skin type
Disparities in dermatologic care among Black patients, compared with White patients, have been well documented.
News
Global melanoma incidence high and on the rise
The highest incidence and mortality rates of cutaneous melanoma are in wealthy nations, a new study shows.
News
Few new cancer drugs replace current standards of care
Newer drugs could benefit patients but could increase the cost of care.
News
FDA approves new immunotherapy combo for metastatic melanoma
Approval is based on findings that show median progression-free survival of 10.1 months.
News
Adverse skin effects of cancer immunotherapy reviewed
“The desirable, immune-mediated oncologic response is often achieved at the cost of immune-related adverse events (irAEs) that may potentially...
Opinion
Ways to lessen toxic effects of chemo in older adults
Three recent high-quality randomized trials evaluated the use of geriatric assessment in older adults with cancer.
News
Complex link between gut microbiome and immunotherapy response in advanced melanoma
Previous studies have identified the gut microbiome as “a potential biomarker of response as well as a therapeutic target” in melanoma and other...