The discussions reflect broad agreement with the study, citing historical trials like the Mayo Clinic's 1987 research and emphasizing the lack of benefit from high-dose vitamin C; words like 'no benefit' and phrases such as 'most rigorous' underscore the critical stance and reinforce the importance of the study’s findings, making the overall tone analytical and impactful.
AgreementStrong agreement
Most discussions clearly align with the study's conclusion that high-dose vitamin C offers no benefit for advanced cancer patients, reflecting a consensus of disagreement with claims of efficacy.
InterestModerate interest
The discussions show moderate interest, with many engaging in debates about methodology and past findings, but not expressing high curiosity or controversy.
EngagementModerate engagement
Comments reference specific studies and historical trials, indicating a reasonable depth of engagement, though not intensely detailed.
ImpactHigh impact
The discussions emphasize that the findings potentially change clinical perspectives, highlighting significant implications for medical practice and patient decisions.
Abstract in brief
A controlled double-blind study with 150 advanced cancer patients found no significant difference in symptoms, performance, or survival between those taking high-dose vitamin C (10g/day) and a placebo.
Both groups had similar patient characteristics, and median survival was around seven weeks, with survival curves overlapping.
The study concluded that high-dose vitamin C did not provide any therapeutic benefit for patients with advanced cancer.]
@jgong15 @MayCho_MD @DrHendifar @mgfakih @marklewismd @guildsman @DrR_DUNNE @gabe_a_brooks @KristenCiombor @GIcancerDoc Perhaps my favorite series of trials and correspondences in the medical literature. Bottom line: no benefit.
https://t.co/gNnERuEvcb
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Clinical trials conducted at the Mayo Clinic concluded that high-dose vitamin C was no better than placebo at treating cancer and that there was no benefit to high-dose vitamin C. https://t.co/UACByXN8HS 10/14
Contudo, esses dados nunca foram confirmados com metodologias mais rigorosas. Em 1987, o grupo de Oncologia da Mayo Clinic publicou dados mostrando que o uso de megadoses de vitamina C, nesse grupo de pacientes, aumentava a mortalidade. (
These data have never been confirmed using more rigorous methodologies. The Mayo Cancer Group published data in 1987 that showed that the use of megadoses of vitamin C in this group of patients produced increased mortality.
https://t.co/Lqw3OcdCxr
This video discusses a clinical study assessing the addition of high-dose vitamin C to standard chemotherapy in metastatic colorectal cancer patients, highlighting the outcomes and potential benefits for specific…
This video explores how our body utilizes vitamin C and discusses research on its effectiveness. A controlled trial with advanced cancer patients found no significant benefit from high-dose vitamin C treatments.
@jgong15 @MayCho_MD @DrHendifar @mgfakih @marklewismd @guildsman @DrR_DUNNE @gabe_a_brooks @KristenCiombor @GIcancerDoc Perhaps my favorite series of trials and correspondences in the medical literature. Bottom line: no benefit.
https://t.co/gNnERuEvcb
Nov 19, 2024 · 6 likes · 1,083 followersView post →
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Contudo, esses dados nunca foram confirmados com metodologias mais rigorosas. Em 1987, o grupo de Oncologia da Mayo Clinic publicou dados mostrando que o uso de megadoses de vitamina C, nesse grupo de pacientes, aumentava a mortalidade. (
These data have never been confirmed using more rigorous methodologies. The Mayo Cancer Group published data in 1987 that showed that the use of megadoses of vitamin C in this group of patients produced increased mortality.
https://t.co/Lqw3OcdCxr
Clinical trials conducted at the Mayo Clinic concluded that high-dose vitamin C was no better than placebo at treating cancer and that there was no benefit to high-dose vitamin C. https://t.co/UACByXN8HS 10/14