Diagnosing Testicular Cancer
A recent study undertaken by The Institute of Cancer Research has found that genetic testing can help to identify those men who are at a significantly increased risk of developing testicular cancer. Although further research is necessary, it is also hoped that these discoveries will help scientists to develop new treatments for this illness which tends to attack young men.
Liquid Biopsies to Detect Early Signs of Cancer
The Times recently reported on widespread research into the possible use of blood tests, or ‘liquid biopsies’ which should be able to identify tumours whilst they are still at a very small stage and well before symptoms begin to develop. It is thought that this method of assessment could dramatically reduce the number of people dying from cancer. It will also be useful in monitoring the progress of people who have already developed the disease.
Treating Blood Cancer
The Times has also reported on cases of successfully treating forms of leukaemia, both in the UK and the United States, by boosting the body’s immune system with a genetically modified drug therapy targeted at identifying tumours. Scientists at Pennsylvania University hospital have reported eradicating signs of the disease in eight out of nine patients.
Medical Negligence
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