HOUSTON ― Research from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Centerfinds adherence to surgical treatment guidelines has improved significantly among older Texas patients with colon cancer since 2001, while adherence to chemotherapy guidelines has remained largely unchanged. The study, published today in Cancer, identifies factors influencing adherence rates, including socioeconomic status and access to skilled physicians. The researchers also report significant survival benefits associated with adherence to treatment recommendations, highlighting the importance of informed discussions between […]
