Understanding Oncology Statistics: How To Determine the Best Treatments For a Patient's Cancer?

Precision Oncology specialist, Alex Rolland, discusses how to understand and interpret cancer treatment study results - and how cancer patients can determine if a new treatment will work for their specific type of cancer.
He explains what the “RECIST Criteria” is and the fundamental role it plays in the evaluation of a treatment’s efficacy for patients. This is a must-watch video for all cancer patients and their loved ones, as it empowers you to understand new cancer research and how to apply it to your own situation.
Knowing how to confidently understand new study results puts the power in the patient’s hands to then advocate for the diagnostics and treatments they need to beat cancer.
Alex is joined by Precision Oncology Advocate and CTOAM cofounder, Michelle Morand. They also share next steps that cancer patients can take to gain more knowledge and understanding about how to access the very best cancer care available today.
00:00 Introduction
00:16 Alex’s Presentation: Understanding Oncology Statistics - How To Determine the Best Treatments For Your Cancer
02:37 What the RECIST Criteria is and why it’s so important
03:31 The four acronyms that everyone should know
03:48 Understanding the difference between PR and CR
04:16 Understanding the two other key variables in RECIST
07:24 What ORR is and how it gets determined
08:36 What PFS is and how it relates to the other data
09:15 What OS is and how it relates to the other data
09:29 Other important things to consider when looking at study results
13:22 Visual chart illustrating how to understand PFS
15:18 What Adverse Events are and why they matter
21:35 Summary: When it comes to cancer care, knowledge is power
22:13 Next steps patients can take to find out which treatments are right for them
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Disclaimer:
Please understand that these videos are meant for educational purposes only. These videos are not intended to diagnose or be used as treatment advice. Viewers are encouraged to speak with their doctor or healthcare professionals for medical advice and before making any changes to their healthcare based on this information. All statements made in this video regarding medical treatments and health conditions are sourced and have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Watching this video is not a substitute for professional medical advice or a diagnosis.