Basic Research and Clinical Treatment of Endometrial Cancer
A special issue of Cancers (ISSN 2072-6694). This special issue belongs to the section "Cancer Therapy".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2024 | Viewed by 1242
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In recent years, several new insights have emerged regarding the molecular aspects and pathological pathways in endometrial cancer. The application of Next Generation Sequencing technology has revolutionized the traditional classification of Type I and Type II endometrial cancer, and additional molecular risk factors beyond the conventional pathological criteria have been introduced. The assessment of p53 and POLE mutational status has become pivotal in defining patient prognosis, while microsatellite instability primarily holds therapeutic implications. The integration of this perspective into clinical practice has led to the incorporation of molecular classification into the updated FIGO staging system for endometrial cancer in 2023. Furthermore, the exploration of other markers such as beta-catenin and deficiencies in the homologous recombination system is currently underway in endometrial cancer research. Immunohistochemistry has played a critical role in determining the clinical application of these novel prognostic markers. In addition, the mounting evidence regarding the pathological mechanisms in endometrial cancer has led to the identification of numerous potential targets for therapeutic agents.
Concerning risk assessment before surgery, there have been reports of utilizing artificial intelligence in radiology, specifically through radiomics, for predicting outcomes in endometrial cancer. However, current evidence in this area is limited.
Regarding advancements in perioperative care, the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) guidelines have offered evidence-based recommendations aimed at improving clinical outcomes. In summary, substantial progress and ongoing developments hold the promise of enhanced treatment personalization and perioperative care in endometrial cancer patients.
We cordially invite submissions from experts in the field, especially those focusing on the molecular aspects of endometrial cancer and their relevance to therapeutic strategies, impact of radiomics application in endometrial cancer management, and experience with ERAS protocol application in their clinical practice.
Sincerely,
Dr. Roberto Berretta
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- endometrial cancer
- target therapy
- molecular markers
- personalized medicine
- immunoistochemistry
- next generation sequencing
- radiomics
