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ASCO 2023 | Highlights at ASCO 2023

Nikolaos Trikalinos, MD, MS, Washington University, St. Louis, MO, shares his key takeaways from ASCO 2023, highlights the Phase III PROSPECT (NCT01515787) trial which focuses on optimizing treatment tolerance for patients. The trial specifically addresses the deescalation of radiation in patients with rectal cancer. This is significant news, especially for younger patients or those who face challenges in accessing or affording radiation therapy. The findings of the prospect trial offer promising opportunities to improve treatment options and outcomes for these specific patient populations. This interview took place at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 2023 Annual Congress in Chicago, IL.

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