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Concentration-dependent Interaction of Metformin and Caffeine in HCC1937 Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Cells: An in vitro Study

Abed al Aziz K. Ayyad & Saeb H. Aliwaini · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Background: Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) remains a clinically challenging breast cancer subtype, motivating the investigation of repurposed compounds and rational combinations. Metformin and caffeine affect distinct cellular processes, but their quantitative interaction i...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i3371

The Sarcoma Masquerader: Vascular Leiomyoma of the Popliteal Fossa Encasing the Common Peroneal Nerve

Swarnava Chanda, Dhairya Gupta & Abdul Quadir Rahmani · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Vascular leiomyoma, also known as angioleiomyoma, is a rare benign soft-tissue tumour arising from vascular smooth muscle. Deep-seated lesions in the popliteal fossa with major peripheral nerve involvement may create substantial diagnostic and surgical challenges. A 48-year-old w...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i3370

Testing the Proportional Hazards Assumption before Cox Model Application: A Three-test Sequential Protocol with Empirical Validation in a Ghanaian Prostate Cancer Cohort

Emmanuel Asare Ayim, Benjamin Odoi & Henry Otoo · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Background: Prostate cancer remains a leading cause of cancer mortality among men in Ghana and across sub-Saharan Africa, with many patients presenting at advanced disease stages where survival outcomes are influenced by disease progression, treatment failure, comorbidities, and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i3369

Modulating the Future Liver Remnant before Major Hepatectomy: A Critical Appraisal of the Comparative Effectiveness and Safety of Venous, Surgical, and Radiation-based Augmentation Strategies

Long Qing Yun, Purushottam Shrestha, Bibek Shrestha & Callista Eudora Sanjaya · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Major and extended hepatectomy remains the principal curative treatment for many primary and secondary hepatic malignancies, yet an inadequate future liver remnant (FLR) continues to preclude resection in a substantial proportion of patients and is the dominant determinant of pos...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i3368

A Hybrid Extended Cox-frailty and Random Forest Framework for Prostate Cancer Survival: Integrating Clinical Interpretability with Machine Learning Performance

Emmanuel Asare Ayim, Benjamin Odoi & Henry Otoo · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Prostate cancer risk stratification in low-resource clinical settings requires survival-prediction tools that address violations of the proportional hazards assumption, unobserved patient heterogeneity, and nonlinear covariate interactions that classical regression frameworks can...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i3367

Phytochemical Modulation of T-Lymphocyte Responses in Cancer: Mechanisms, Evidence Gaps and Translational Priorities

Gaurab Borah & Swapnali Chetia · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

T lymphocytes are central effectors of tumour immunosurveillance and the principal cellular targets of several successful cancer immunotherapies. Their activity in solid tumours is nevertheless constrained by defective priming, exclusion from tumour nests, suppressive myeloid and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i3365

Systematic Review on Multiple Myeloma: Its Current Prevalence, Etiology, Pathophysiology, Clinical Features, Diagnostic Criteria, Staging Challenges, Management Strategies, Complications, and Prognostic Outcomes

Jacques Forwah Ndeh, Edung Emen Samuel, Ofonime Benjamin Essien, Bassey Okon Bassey, Moday Agaei Onovoh, Oke Opeoluwa Oluwaseun, Rukayat Olawumi Olabiyi, Diderot Tiemen Charles, Joy Samuel-Nwadike, Ewa Anthony Obi, Idiege Idiege Omang, Adebayo Adeoye, Chinedum Sam Iheukwumere, Ayobami Olukayode Alalade, Olasunbo Oluwaseun Oyedepo, Gbeminiyi Ebenezer Adekanmbi, Eguakun Eseosa Collins, Adenowo Adegbenga Adeseye, Aleka Joy Omari, Olaleke Ajayi, Isu-Egwu Stella Nnenna, Funsho Jacob Akande, Ilevbare Martina Olohirere, Zahra Aliyu, Akaba Kingsley Onoridea, Nnaji Chimuanya Joseph, Immaculate Ihuoma Ekeagba, Ushie Godwin Abua & Abeshi Sylvester Etenikang · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Background: Multiple myeloma (MM) is a complex and multifaceted hematological malignancy characterized by clonal proliferation of plasma cells in the bone marrow. This process may lead to bone destruction, anemia, hypercalcemia, renal impairment, variable relapsing and refractory...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i3366

Emerging Technologies in Cancer Treatment: Advances in Gene Therapy, Immunotherapy, Nanomedicine, and Precision Oncology

Rohit Gangawat & Ritu Kamal Yadav · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Cancer treatment has advanced substantially with the development of molecularly targeted and immune-based approaches that aim to improve therapeutic selectivity and reduce treatment-related toxicity. This review summarises selected emerging technologies in cancer treatment, inclu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i3364

Tumor Lysis Syndrome in Patients Treated with Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell Therapy: A Retrospective Study

Anand Kadakia, Jiahua Zhang, Mrunal Patel, Freya Shah, Fnu Anamika, Akshit Chitkara & Rushin Patel · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Background: Chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR T-cell) therapy has revolutionised cancer treatment, particularly for relapsed or refractory haematological malignancies. However, treatment-related toxicities, including tumour lysis syndrome (TLS), remain a significant concern....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i3363

Epidemiological Profile of Childhood Malignancies at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Ghana: A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study (2019–2023)

Selorm Agboada, Mensah Michael, Moses Atta & Sampson Opoku · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Aim: This study assessed the epidemiological profile, treatment modalities, and treatment outcomes of childhood malignancies managed at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Ghana, from 2019 to 2023. Study Design: A retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted. Place and Duration of S...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i3362

Assessment of Nutritional Concerns and Parental Information Needs in Pediatric Oncology Patients Surveyed at Benghazi Pediatric Hospital

Hameida Elfarssi, Nagwa Ali, Hajer S. Mohammed, Aya Mansour Elzagheibi, Sara Salem Elmoghrab, Amera Musa Elhothiry & Ekhlas Mohsen Elmahjoub · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Background: Childhood cancer remains a major global health concern, with treatment-related nutritional complications significantly affecting outcomes and quality of life despite survival rates improving. Parents of children with cancer face significant emotional, psychological, a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i3361

The Peritoneal Paradox: Deciphering the Conflicting Evidence for HIPEC in Primary Versus Recurrent Ovarian Cancer

Swarnava Chanda, Abdul Quadir Rahmani & Dhairya Gupta · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Advanced-stage ovarian cancer is characterized by high mortality and frequent peritoneal recurrence. “Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy” (HIPEC), which delivers heated chemotherapeutic agents directly into the peritoneal cavity following cytoreductive surgery (CRS), aims...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i3360

Secondary Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura Presenting as Severe Epistaxis Associated with Maxillary Sinus Malignancy: A Case Report

Karra Geetha, B. Shree Bhavana, Satya Jahnavi P, Orugala Amulya & V. Uma Maheshwar Rao · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) is an acquired autoimmune disorder characterised by isolated thrombocytopenia (platelet count <100 × 10⁹/L) and bleeding manifestations. While primary ITP is common, secondary ITP associated with solid organ malignancies is a rare and chal...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i3359

Extent of Resection and Survival in Glioblastoma: Clinical and Pathological Correlates: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Osman Suliman, Sara Altom, Nada Abulaban, Rana Abdelmagid, Riham Abdelmagid & Ahmed Abdelmagid · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Background: Glioblastoma is the most aggressive primary malignant brain tumor in adults and is associated with poor prognosis despite advances in surgical and adjuvant therapies. Extent of resection (EOR) has emerged as a critical prognostic factor influencing survival outcomes;...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i3358

Epidemiological Data Gaps in Breast Cancer Research in Cameroon: A Meta-analysis

Jean Paul Engbang, Ambroise Ntama, Henry Essome, Esther Dina Bell Mbassi, Charlotte Nguefack Tchente & Zacharie Sando · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Background: Breast cancer is the leading malignancy among women in Cameroon, yet national decision-making still relies heavily on international estimates, isolated hospital series and incompletely documented registries. This limitation weakens the interpretation of incidence, pre...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i3357