ESCO1 as a novel predictive biomarker and potential therapeutic target in renal cell carcinoma

Establishment of sister chromatid cohesion N-acetyltransferase 1 (ESCO1) plays an important role in mitosis and is involved in tumor progression of human bladder and prostate cancer. However, its pathological effects on renal cell cancer (RCC) remain unknown. Here, we aimed to assess the impact of ESCO1 down-regulation in RCC cells and explore its role as potential prognosis biomarker for RCC.

Exploratory analysis of the professional quality of life in an Italian radiotherapy department: The role of empathy and alexithymia

Professional quality of life (QoL) is crucial for healthcare workers as it affects performance at work and interaction with patients, but little is known about stressors influencing radiation oncology professionals. The present study aims to explore the professional QoL of radiation oncologists (ROs) and radiation therapists (RTTs) in an Italian radiotherapy department and to report data about the possible impact of personality factors, such as alexithymia and empathy.

Volume 111 Issue 1, February 2025

Read the latest issue. It contains the following articles: Evolving perspectives: Exploring the role of artificial intelligence between clinical practice and health pastoral care, European Cancer Organisation Essential Requirements for Quality Cancer Care for ovarian cancer: Focus on the multidisciplinary team
KRAS inhibitors in drug resistance and potential for combination therapy
Implications and mechanisms of O-GlcNAcylation in cancer therapy resistance
Time trends of cancer incidence in young adults (20-49 years) in Italy. A population – based study, 2008-2017
Fertility and abortion: A population-based comparison between women with cancer and those in childbearing age
Association between clinical factors and the choice of palliative care setting among cancer patients: A post-hoc analysis of a cohort study
Efficacy and safety of PD-1 inhibitor plus chemotherapy in advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma: A meta-analysis
Bridging bench to bedside: The evolution and impact of translational research in oncology. The experience of the Gruppo Oncologico Italiano di Ricerca Clinica (GOIRC)

The last journey, coming home before dying for migrant cancer patients: A case series

Global migration has led to an increasing number of migrant patients receiving cancer diagnoses in foreign countries. These individuals often experience worse outcomes due to advanced disease at diagnosis and limited access to specialized care. When palliative care becomes the primary option, many express a wish to return to their home country for End-of-Life care. However, no guidelines or care pathways currently address this sensitive issue.