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Articles related to "Angiogenesis"
Current Status of Angiogenesis Inhibitors Angiogenesis inhibitors have shown mixed results in initial clinical trials. However, emerging knowledge of their actions is leading to broad applications in cancer treatment. angiogenesis inhibitors • vascular endothelial cells • vascular endothelial growth factor • basic fibroblast grkowth factor • chemotherapy
Anti-angiogenesis Drugs and Mesothelioma Malignant mesothelioma, a cancer caused by asbestos exposure, is difficult to cure using chemotherapy. For this reason, many new treatment options are being explored. treatment of mesothelioma • mesothelioma patients • mesothelioma tumor • mesothelioma • anti-angiogenesis drugs
Angiogenesis and Cancer This article describes the process of angiogenesis and how it relates to cancer. The development of angiogenesis inhibitors that promise to limit the growth of tumors is then described. angiogenesis • tumors • capillary • thalidomide • p53
Cancer and Green Tea The fact is, Green Tea has been proven to aid in the prevention of recurring cancer, especially in breast cancer. breast cancer • green tea • cancer cure • free radicals • angiogenesis
Metastasis Expanding knowledge of the nature of metastasis is leading to new approaches in the treatment of cancer. metastasis • cancer spread • cancer relapse • epithelial-mesenchymal transition • cancer cells
New Developments in Gene Therapy This article provides an update on the field of cancer gene therapy, particularly with regard to the capability of infecting cancer cells selectively. gene therapy • bystander • infection • herpesvirus • adenovirus
Oh, Beans, Soy that is. Soy offers many benefits to the consumer, but none is more important than its cholesterol reducing properties. Recent research, however, is uncovering many others as well. soybeans • daidzein • angiogenesis • antiangiogenic substances • isoflavones
Proteasome Inhibitors for Cancer Therapy Proteasomes are enzyme complexes responsible for the breakdown of regulatory proteins in the cell. These regulatory proteins are essential for the growth, survival and spread of cancer cells, so the proteasome is an attractive target for the development of new cancer drugs called proteasome inhibitors. proteasome • regulatory proteins • transcription factors • apoptosis • angiogenesis
Radiation Oncology Great advances in radiation oncology have been made in recent years. This cancer treatment is now more effective and less harmful than in previous years. radiation oncology • x-rays • gamma rays • photons • isotopes
Understanding and Controlling Metastasis The main cause of treatment failure and death in cancer patients is metastasis, the spread of the tumor from a primary site to new tumors in distant organs. A more detailed understanding of the metastatic process is providing researchers with the means to develop more effective treatments. metastasis • angiogenesis • lymphangiogenesis • extravasation • vegf
Why do Experimental Cancer Treatments Fail? The media is replete with stories of new cancer therapies coming out of the lab that have high promise. All too often, these drugs fail when they enter clinical trials. This article will describe a few reasons for this phenomenon. angiogenesis inhibitor • targeted therapies • in vitro • lab animals • metabolic pathways
New Mesothelioma Treatment Options Taking part in clinical treatment trials gives cancer patients a chance to improve the mesothelioma survival rate with angiogenesis inhibitors and other new drugs. mesothelioma treatment • angiogenesis • antiangiogenesis • mesothelioma treatments • mesothelioma treatment options
Targeting STAT Proteins for Cancer Therapy Activation of STAT proteins by cancer cells has been shown to be an essential feature of cancer progression. A further understanding of the process can lead to novel methods of cancer therapy. stat proteins • cytokine • tyrosine kinases • p53 • apoptosis
Vascular Targeting Agents Tumors are notable for having a vascular system that has physical abnormalities as well as being highly active compared with a normal vascular system. Researchers are taking advantages of these differences to develop drugs that disrupt the functioning of the tumor vascular system leading to starvation and death of the tumor. vascular targeting agents • angiogenesis inhibitors • tumor blood vessels • endothelium • combrestatins
Thalidomide: From Villain to Cancer Fighter Thalidomide has undergone a remarkable transformation from a notorious cause of birth defects to a potent treatment for many cancers as well as other diseases. thalidomide • leprosy • autoimmune • rheumatoid arthritis • lupus
Malignant Mesothelioma Cancer Treatment Options For mesothelioma victims suffering from malignant mesothelioma cancer, most often caused by asbestos exposure, new treatment options are being clinically tested. mesothelioma cancer • malignant mesothelioma treatment options • mesothelioma new • mesothelioma patients • treatment of mesothelioma
Treatments with St. John's Wort St John's Wort is a popular herbal supplement that is most famously used for depression, but can it be used more widely? st johns wort • hypericum extract research • anti-inflammatory properties of hypericum • anti-inflammatory properties of hyperforin • anti-inflammatory properties of st johns wort
Asbestos Cancer & Mesothelioma Treatments This late onset cancer primarily caused by exposure to a highly toxic material may respond to a combination of alternative and emerging conventional treatments. treatment of mesothelioma • asbestos lung cancer • asbestos cancer • mesothelioma • mesothelioma prognosis
Cancer Drugs that Inhibit Epidermal Growth Factor Receptors Epidermal growth factor receptors are found in the cell membranes. When activated, these receptors initiate a signaling process that regulates cell growth. Since many cancers have excessive activation of these receptors, drugs have been developed to inhibit their functioning. epidermal growth factor receptors • cell signaling • epidermal growth factor • transforming growth factor alpha • monoclonal antibodies
Clear Zebra Fish Show Cancer Cells Researchers at Children's Hospital Boston's Stem Cell Program have bred a transparent zebra fish to help them better understand disease processes by seeing them. clear zebra fish show cancers • transparent zebra fish • transparent fish show cancer cells • boston researchers create transparent zebra fish • dr richard white’s transparent zebra fish
Herbs for Breast Health In spite of advances in breast cancer treatment, this disease remains a major health concern. Research shows that women can do more than just wait for a diagnosis. herbs for breast cancer • breast health • phytoestrogens and breasts • breast cancer • natural approaches to breast cancer
Recent Advances in Research of the PNS Neuropathies Report on the breaktrough in the search for the etiology of Multiple Sclerosis. And a report on the effects of the oxidative process on the function of the microvasculature, in Diabetes. macrovascular • microvascular • endothelium • b cells • auto-antibodies
Gene Therapy and Mesothelioma Cancer Malignant mesothelioma is a difficult-to-treat cancer caused primarily by asbestos exposure. Researchers are working on gene therapy as a possible new treatment option. malignant mesothelioma • mesothelioma cancer • gene therapy • mesothelioma • mesothelioma cancer treatment option
New Method Aids Diagnosis of Mesothelioma Cancer Mesothelioma cancer patients often show symptoms present in other diseases, making early diagnosis difficult. However, a new technique allows for earlier detection. malignant mesothelioma • mesothelioma cancer • mesothelioma patients • pleural effusion • mesothelioma
Surviving Prostate Cancer Without a Relapse Once prostate cancer patients are in remission, there is always a chance their cancer will relapse. Researchers are studying who is at a higher risk. prostate cancer treatments • prostate cancer patients • prostate radiation therapy • surviving prostate cancer • prostate cancer relapse
What's New in Breast Health? This article is an update on what's been happening in the past five years of interest to women who have been diagnosed with breast - and other - cancer. Includes information on criticisms of mammograms for women under 50; the importance of lifestyle choices like exercise, antioxidants, not wearing bras, breastfeeding, increasing consumption of green tea, iodine-rich kelp seaweeds, and nourishing herbal infusions. Susun discusses new studies showing frequent antibiotic use is connected to a doubling of breast cancer risk - and what about deodorant and cosmetics? Read on for the latest information on what's new in breast health. women • breast • cancer • wise • woman
What's New in Breast Health? This article is an update on what's been happening in the past five years of interest to women who have been diagnosed with breast - and other - cancer. Includes information on criticisms of mammograms for women under 50; the importance of lifestyle choices like exercise, antioxidants, not wearing bras, breastfeeding, increasing consumption of green tea, iodine-rich kelp seaweeds, and nourishing herbal infusions. Susun discusses new studies showing frequent antibiotic use is connected to a doubling of breast cancer risk - and what about deodorant and cosmetics? Read on for the latest information on what's new in breast health. women • breast • cancer • wise • woman
What's New In Breast Health? An update on what's been happening in the past five years that's of interest to women dancing with breast cancer. breast • cancer • weed • susun • herb
Cancer – What It Is Cancer is slated to become the world's leading killer by the year 2010. And in the next ten years, cancer rates may increase by 50%. Know what cancer is. cancer • malignant tumor • treatment of cancer • prevention of cancer • carcinogens
Cancer Prevention Food and Herbs There is a huge variety of anti-cancer foods and herbs to choose from; fortunate, as variety may be the key to cancer prevention. cancer • antioxidants • cancer risk • cancer prevention • green tea
Fruit and Vegs Deter Lung Cancer Over 90 percent of lung cancer is caused by cigarette smoking. However, three servings of fresh fruit and vegetables a day may protect smokers' lungs from carcinogens. fruit and vegs deter lung cancer • bioflavonoids help smokers protect their lungs • flavonoids and a reduced risk of lung cancer • ucla study into smokers’ diets and flavonoids • flavonoids’ cancer protection
Green Tea May Help Prevent Prostate Cancer Drinking Green Tea may be an easy way to prevent prostate cancer. Multiple studies have shown promising results. prevent prostate cancer • green tea prevents prostate cancer • cancer prevention • green tea benefits • prostate cancer and green tea
LOL - Laughing Out Loud Stress is bad. Laughing is good. Laughter is good for both body and soul. It can thwart stress, boost the immune system, and help protect against the flu and even cancer. feel-good endorphin hormones • giggle • snort • endothelium cells • smallest capilarry
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy There is an increasing trend in using concentrated platelets to facilitate healing in a number areas including dentistry, neurosurgery, wound healing, and orthopedics. platelet-rich plasma therapy • prp therapy • treatment for chronic tendon injuries • physiology of platelet-rich plasma therapy • platelet-rich plasma therapy procedure
The Top Ten Health Benefits of Cinnamon Cinnamon is an invigorating spice with a wide variety of health benefits. Cinnamon reduces blood sugar, stabilizes cholesterol, and fights bacterial infections. cinnamon • blood sugar • anti-diabetes • arthritis • cholesterol
What Is Biogerontology? Biogerontology is a new, exciting field of research that seeks to understand why and how living systems age, and offer treatments to slow down or even stop the process. biomedical gerontology • what is biogerontology • anti aging • life extension • biogerontology research
Breast Cancer Terminology A brief sampling of breast cancer terminology. medical terminology • understanding your diagnosis
Cancer Stem Cells Cancer stem cells represent a very small percentage of total tumor growth, but may be the primary cause of cancer spread and resistance to treatments. cancer stem cells • stem cell cancer • cancer treatment • stem cell research • stem cell
COX-2 Inhibitors The COX-2 Inhibitors werer developed as a new generation of drugs for the treatment of arthritis. Fortunately, researchers have found that they also appear to have beneficial effects for the preventin and treatment of cancers.,The COX-2 Inhibitors werer developed as a new generation of drugs for the treatment of arthritis. Fortunately, researchers have found that they also appear to have beneficial effects for the preventin and treatment of cancers. cox-1 • cox-2 • cyclooxygenase • celebrex • vioxx
Hypoxic Tumors and Cancer Treatment Hypoxia is the deficiency of oxygen frequently found in tumors, and is a frequent cause for treatment failures with radiation and chemotherapy. New treatments under development are more effective against the hypoxic cell. hypoxia • radiation • chemotherapy • hyperbaric • radiosensitizing agents
Long-term Detrimental Effects of Cancer Treatments The traditional cancer therapies of radiation, chemotherapy and surgery can have permanent adverse effects on the patient. The scientific community is now aware of these problems, and has published a large body of studies on the subject. An ongoing study of cancer survivors seeks to establish programs for the prevention and early detection of long-term effects of cancer treatments. cancer treatment effects • radiation • chemotherapy • adjuvants • cisplatin
Plasmids (Part 2) The second part of last week's article on plasmids and their use in the pharmaceutical industry. plasmids • intreferons • dna • vaccines • genetic engineering
The genome project and cancer research The completion of the human genome project has provided the means for a vastly improved understanding of our genes and their location in the chromosomes. How will this aid in cancer research genome • dna • sequence • bases • coding
Vitamin D Deficiency Vitamin D deficiency is common in all age groups, and can increase the risk for a wide variety of diseases beyond rickets. vitamin d deficiency • vitamin d3 • vitamin d calcium • vitamin d supplement • vitamin d effects
AACR - Scientist-Survivor Program Summary of AACR conference and their Scientist-Survivor program. aacr • scientist-survivor
Cannabinoids for Cancer Treatment Medical marijuana is a highly contentious subject, and laws greatly restrict its use in patients. However, it has proven benefits in palliative care, and research is showing that it has great potential as an anticancer agent. marijuana • cannabinoids • palliative care • cannabis sativa • psychoactive
Introduction to Immunology-Part II This conclusion to an introduction to immunology describes the functioning of the various components of the immune system and how they are interrelated. immunity • immunology • phagocytes • phagocytosis • clonal selection
Plant Medicines for Treating Cancer Plants contain many active compounds that have the potential to treat cancer conditions. This article discusses the scientific methods used to isolate, modify and evaluate these compounds. paclitaxel • docetaxel • mistletoe • laetrile • genistein |
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