The FDA approval of perioperative EVP in muscle invasive bladder cancer makes platinum eligable somewhat redundant. It creates a paradigm shift in the disease and a is landmark moment . The principle of ‘EVP first, ask questions later’ becomes more relevant. The next questions are i) can we cure most of these patients without surgery and ii) how much systemic therapy is needed? @Annals_Oncology@OncoAlert
The Embassy of India, Caracas has sought a thorough investigation by Venezuelan authorities on the desecration and removal of organs of the mortal remains of late Shri. Rakesh Chauhan. Mission has continued to pursue this matter with the concerned local authorities since the incident came to light.
@MEAIndia@IndianDiplomacy
Venezolanos rompiendo dólares en pedazos en medio de esta catástrofe es la metáfora más gigantesca de DIGNIDAD. No se equivoque nadie: Venezuela no está en venta
¿Dónde está la ética institucional? Este es el Inspector (A-IV) Leonardo Javier Ruiz Blanco, C.I. V-22,448,203, captado con una importante cantidad de divisas en un sitio de escombros. La impunidad no puede seguir siendo la norma ante casos tan evidentes.
ASCO Annual Meeting 2026 in Chicago May 29th-June 2nd. Abstracts just released!! Abstract LBA100: NHS- Galleri: Primary results from a randomized controlled trial to assess the clinical utility of a multi-cancer early detection (MCED)test in population screening.
@ASCO@ASCOPres
ASCO Annual Meeting 2026 in Chicago May 29th-June 2nd. Abstracts just released!! Abstract LBA100: NHS- Galleri: Primary results from a randomized controlled trial to assess the clinical utility of a multi-cancer early detection (MCED)test in population screening.
@ASCO@ASCOPres
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting 2026 in Chicago May 29th-June 2nd. Abstracts just released!! Abstract 1508 on WHO essential cancer list in LMIC.
@ASCO@ASCOPres
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting 2026 in Chicago May 29th-June 2nd. Abstracts just released!! Abstract 1508 on WHO essential cancer list in LMIC.
@ASCO@ASCOPres
2026 Genitourinary Oncology Spring Refresher - Dry Run
Updates in the management of cancers of the prostate, bladder, kidney, testes, from @NCCN@ASTRO_org@ESTRO_RT@Uroweb#Radonc residents @ARRO_org, I hope it helps you ace the board exams!
https://t.co/5X8nP1NX0j
In 2025, many important and long-awaited studies were published. I included them but kept the algorithms unchanged, as there are open questions about how these data will impact practice, particularly in early and metastatic HER2+ disease and mTNBC.
@DFCI_BreastOnc#SABCS25
🚨 ONCO EMERGENCY: How to Manage EXTRAVASATION in 30 Seconds 🩺💉
Extravasation of chemotherapy = oncology emergency.
Early recognition + immediate action = tissue saved.
Here’s the crisp, protocol-ready approach 👇
1️⃣ STOP Immediately
❌ Stop infusion
❌ Do not flush
✔️ Leave cannula in situ
✔️ Aspirate as much drug as possible
✔️ Mark the area + click a photo
2️⃣ Identify the Agent
Classify the drug:
🔥 Vesicant (DNA-binding / Non-DNA)
😣 Irritant
🙂 Non-vesicant
(Anthracyclines, Vinca alkaloids, Taxanes, Platinum, Mitomycin etc.)
3️⃣ Two Key Pathways
A) “Localise & Neutralise” – DNA-Binding Vesicants
(Anthracyclines, Mitomycin, Dactinomycin)
❄️ COLD compress 20 min × 4/day × 1–2 days
💊 Antidotes:
<3 ml anthracycline → Topical DMSO
3 ml anthracycline → Dexrazoxane (Savene) within 6 hrs
Mitomycin → DMSO
B) “Disperse & Dilute” – Non-DNA Binding Vesicants
(Vinca alkaloids, Taxanes, Trabectedin)
🔥 WARM compress 20 min × 4/day × 1–2 days
💉 Hyaluronidase 150–1500 IU SC around site (5 injections)
4️⃣ Elevate, Analgesia, Plastics Referral
✋ Elevate limb
💊 Analgesics if required
🏥 Early plastics/flush-out team for large-volume or CVAD extravasa
tion
5️⃣ Follow-Up
Mandatory review within 1 week
Patient counselling: monitor for redness, blistering, worsening pain
Document EVERYTHING (site, size, drug, photo, interventions)
💡 TAKE-HOME
Extravasation is rare but high-stakes.
Most injuries are preventable with:
Good venous access
Trained staff
Fast action
Correct antidote pathway
Oncology teams save tissue before they save time. ⏱️🩺
🔖 Save this. Share with your residents and healthcare staff.
#OncoTwitter #MedTwitter #ChemoSafety #Nursing #Oncology @myESMO@OncoAlert@ESMO_Open@asco
@CulturaUrbana@rafaelarraiz Queremos mucho a toda la familia y lamentamos muy de corazón la partida prematura de Guadalupe. Nuestra admiración perenne a ella y nuestro cariño incondicional a Rafael e hijos
Con profundo pesar nos unimos al duelo por la muerte de la editora, gerente cultural y escritora Guadalupe Burelli, autora de nuestro fondo, esposa de nuestro amigo y ex presidente @RafaelArraiz
Nuestras condolencias a él, sus hijos, nietos y demás familiares.
Paz a su alma.