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Desmoid Tumors: What They Are, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
What is a desmoid tumor? A desmoid tumor is a rare fibrous growth that can start in the arms, legs, or torso (body). They most commonly grow in the abdomen (belly). These tumors start in connective ...
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Balancing Symptoms and Current Therapies in Desmoid Tumor Management
What does the Desmoid Tumor Working Group recommend for patients with potential desmoid tumors? 1. Nam Quoc Bui, MD: The ...
SpringWorks, Jennifer Fisher team to increase understanding of desmoid tumors
SpringWorks Therapeutics (SWTX) and Jennifer Fisher are collaborating to increase understanding of desmoid tumors as well as to encourage ...
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Ostro Partners with Desmoid Tumor Research Foundation to Enhance Patient Access to Vital Resources
NEW YORK, Jan. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ostro, a leader in AI-driven digital engagement solutions, is proud to spotlight its partnership with the Desmoid Tumor Research Foundation (DTRF ...
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FDA approves CT drugmaker’s therapy for rare cancer tumors
In November 2023, SpringWorks received the first FDA approval for a drug to treat desmoid tumors, which are dense, soft-tissue tumors. News of the latest FDA approval arrived the same day it was ...
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Genetically modified virus therapy reduces tumor size and enhances surgical success in skin cancer study
Basal cell carcinomas, the most common form of skin cancer, occur in chronically sun-exposed areas such as the face. Locally advanced tumors in particular can be difficult to treat surgically.