Zhonghua zhong liu za zhi [Chinese journal of oncology]
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Zhonghua Zhong Liu Za Zhi · Apr 2012
Comparative Study[Comparison of the short-term outcomes of surgical treatment for non-small cell lung cancer via video assisted thoracoscopic surgery and open thoracotomy].
To compare the short-term outcomes of surgical treatment for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) by video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) and open thoracotomy (OT). ⋯ To compare with the NSCLC patients who should undergo lobectomy or wedge resection via open thoracotomy, a similar short-term outcome can be achieved via VATS approach.
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Zhonghua Zhong Liu Za Zhi · Jan 2012
Comparative Study[Comparison of the diagnosis and treatment of mechanical bowel obstruction due to tumor or other causes].
The aim of this study was to review the etiology and pathogenesis of patients who underwent surgery for mechanical bowel obstruction. The treatment and prognosis of bowel obstructions caused by intra-abdominal tumors were compared with those due to other causes. ⋯ Tumor mechanical bowel obstruction is more frequently seen in patients in elder age, with colorectal location and without previous operation history. CT scan may provide effective diagnosis and ascertain the presence of the malignant obstruction. Intestinal fistulation is more often needed in patients with tumor intestinal obstruction and endoscopic stenting is a safe option in selected patients with tumor intestinal obstruction.
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Zhonghua Zhong Liu Za Zhi · Nov 2011
[Efficacy and safety of regimens of capecitabine-based chemotherapy in the treatment of advanced breast cancer].
To evaluate retrospectively the efficacy and toxicity of capecitabine-based chemotherapy in the treatment of advanced breast cancer. ⋯ The capecitabine-based chemotherapy is effective and tolerable, and can be used not only in first line but also more than first line therapy. The single agent maintenance chemotherapy after response to combined chemotherapy can prolonge the duration of treatment for patients with metastatic breast cancer.