Institut De Cancérologie De Lorraine

This study tested two different treatment plans for people with a specific type of pancreatic cancer that is on the edge of being removable by surgery. 130 patients received either chemotherapy alone or chemotherapy plus radiation before surgery. The goal was to see which approac…

This study tested whether formal hypnosis, a non-drug relaxation technique, can reduce anxiety and pain in cancer patients undergoing brachytherapy (a type of internal radiation). 68 adults were randomly assigned to receive either standard care or standard care plus hypnosis duri…

This study tested whether a 3-week meditation and acceptance program (MAEva) is practical and helpful for reducing stress in cancer center employees. Twenty staff members took part, attending weekly sessions on meditation, acceptance, and commitment to values. Before and after th…

This study looked at 22 women with cervical cancer to see if having an empty bladder (using a catheter) or a full bladder (filled with 120cc of fluid) is better during a type of internal radiation called brachytherapy. The goal was to find which method lowers the radiation dose t…

This study looked at 100 women having breast surgery to see if a device called Physiodoloris could tell if a pain block (paravertebral block) was working. The device measures a pain index during surgery. The goal was to improve pain control and reduce the need for morphine after …

This study looked at why many cancer patients don't exercise, even though physical activity can help them live longer and feel better. Researchers surveyed 261 French adults with breast, prostate, or colorectal cancer about their emotions, social situation, and motivation. The go…

This study looked at how closely 200 adults with advanced breast or prostate cancer follow their prescribed oral cancer treatments. Participants filled out questionnaires about their medication use and gave blood samples to check certain health markers. The goal was to understand…