ASCO
Medical abbreviation · Hematology and Oncology
| Stands for | American Society of Clinical Oncology |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
ASCO stands for American Society of Clinical Oncology, a hematology and oncology abbreviation.
Professional organization for oncologists and cancer care professionals, publishing guidelines and the Journal of Clinical Oncology. Its annual meeting in Chicago, typically held around the beginning of June, is the largest clinical oncology conference in the world.
Example: Plenary data presented at ASCO this year changed first-line treatment for advanced cervical cancer.
Usage notes
Founded in 1964 by a small group of physicians who believed cancer care deserved its own professional society. Its patient information website is Cancer.Net, and its Conquer Cancer Foundation funds research. Members may use the designation FASCO for fellowship. The annual meeting draws tens of thousands of attendees.
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.