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Does Chemotherapy Before Surgery Help in Advanced Appendix Cancer?
Carlos A Munoz-Zuluaga , Mary Caitlin King , Panayotis Ledakis , Vadim Gushchin , Michelle Sittig , Carol Nieroda , Katherine Zambrano-Vera , Armando Sardi Systemic chemotherapy before cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (CRS/HIPEC) in patients with high-grade mucinous carcinoma peritonei of appendiceal origin . European Journal of Surgical Oncology. 2019 Sep;45(9):1598-1606. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31109821/ Summary: Researche
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Oct 7, 2025


Chemotherapy After Surgery for Advanced Appendix Cancer: Is It Needed?
Ekaterina Baron, Armando Sardi, Mary Caitlin King, Andrei Nikiforchin, Felipe Lopez-Ramirez, Carol Nieroda, Vadim Gushchin, Panayotis...
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Oct 6, 2025


When Waiting Means Fleeing: One Canadian’s Fight for Real Cancer Care
Kristin Logan’s story is nothing short of heartbreaking—and revealing. A healthy mother, veteran, wife, and resident of British Columbia,...
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 30, 2025


Susan’s Story: Living With Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer
In a HuffPost article about stage 4 ovarian cancer and 5-year survival, readers are introduced to Susan , a woman diagnosed with stage 4 disease whose journey challenges common expectations. The article uses Susan’s experience as a powerful example of hope and resilience, showing that while statistics are important, they don’t tell every person’s story. Susan and her husband on their wedding day in 2017. What Susan’s Journey Teaches Us A strong reminder that survival curves
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 30, 2025


Peritoneal Mesothelioma Cancer Awareness Month 2025 - In Case You Missed It
During September we recognized Peritoneal Mesothelioma Cancer Awareness Month to bring more attention to advanced forms of this cancer. ...
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 29, 2025


Ovarian Cancers Awareness Month 2025 - In Case You Missed It
During September we recognized Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month to bring more attention to advanced forms of this cancer. In case you...
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 29, 2025


16th Annual Golf Outing - A Beautiful Day for a Beautiful Cause!
Thank you to all of our event participants, sponsors, and volunteers who made this 16th Annual Golf Outing so successful. We are grateful to everyone who stands with us in this mission. We look forward to seeing you in 2026 for our 17th year!
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 24, 2025


In Fellowship with Cancer Survivors and Advocates at Heat It To Beat It 2025
Raising Awareness, Connecting, and Guiding Navigation with an incredible community every day!
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 24, 2025


Understanding Signs and Symptoms - Peritoneal Mesothelioma Cancer Awareness Month
Signs and symptoms of peritoneal mesothelioma cancers can be similar to other conditions and are often non-specific . 1️⃣ Abdominal...
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 18, 2025


Treatment - Ovarian Cancers Awareness Month
A physician may use some or all of these methods to treat ovarian cancers . 1️⃣ Surgery: the physical removal of all visible tumors...
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 18, 2025


Evaluation - Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
A physician may use some or all of these evaluation methods to diagnose ovarian cancer . 1️⃣ Physical exam 2️⃣ Imaging studies:...
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 18, 2025


Thank You for Sharing Your Hope!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Highballs and High Hopes presented by the Mike Weber Sr. Memorial Foundation! This special...
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 18, 2025


September Is Mesothelioma and Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
Guest Authors: Travis Rodgers & Amy Edel September is both Mesothelioma and Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. These two cancers affect the...
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 18, 2025


Thriving Beyond the Diagnosis: My Journey as a Peritoneal Mesothelioma Survivor
By Tamron Little September 2025 I’ll never forget the day my entire world shifted. I was just 21 years old, only five months into...
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 17, 2025


Living in a 70% World
By Linda McLaughlin New Jersey September 2025 A cancer diagnosis hits you like a ton of bricks. It’s one of those things that happens to...
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 16, 2025


Risk Factors - Peritoneal Mesothelioma Cancer Awareness Month
Risk factors for peritoneal mesothelioma cancer to be aware of include: Peritoneal Mesothelioma Cancer Risk Factors: 1️⃣ Asbestos...
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 13, 2025


Research Spotlight: CRS + HIPEC Improves Survival in Peritoneal Mesothelioma
Serkan Yaşar MD , Feride Yılmaz MD , Güngör Utkan MD , Efnan Algın MD , Doğan Bayram, MD , Selim Tamam MD , Ömür Berna Çakmak Öksüzoğlu...
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 12, 2025


Key Facts - Peritoneal Mesothelioma Cancer Awareness Month
Did you know September is Peritoneal Mesothelioma Cancer Awareness Month? Peritoneal Mesothelioma cancer is rare and often misdiagnosed....
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 10, 2025


Understanding Signs and Symptoms - Ovarian Cancers Awareness Month
Signs and symptoms of ovarian cancers can be similar to other conditions and are often non-specific . 1️⃣ Abdominal or pelvic...
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 8, 2025


I don't know how people feel about miracles, but it's a miracle.
By Christine Strovink New York May 2024 From video transcript: It started with an emergency. I had to have emergency surgery. They...
Abdominal Cancers Alliance
Sep 8, 2025
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