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Jun 28
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166. ASCO 2025 - Gynecological Oncology ...

Michael Fernando and Josh Hurwitz
About this episode

Today, we discuss the latest advancements in gynecological oncology presented at ASCO 2025, featuring insights from Dr. Prachi Bhave. The conversation covers significant trials including the TRUST trial on ovarian cancer surgery timing, the Rosella trial for platinum-resistant ovarian cancer, the FIRST study on immunotherapy in advanced ovarian cancer, and the update on the Keynote A18 trial for cervical cancer. The discussion emphasizes the importance of these studies in shaping future treatment strategies and improving patient outcomes.


Studies discussed in the episode:

Trust study

FIRST/ENGOT-OV44

Rosella study (GOG-3073, ENGOT-ov72)

Keynote A18


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Art courtesy of Taryn Silver

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