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Frontline Nivolumab Combo Shows Enduring Activity in MSI-H Gastric Cancer
Phase 2 data may support nivolumab plus low-dose ipilimumab as a promising option in patients with microsatellite instability–high gastric cancer.
microRNA-Based Model Predicts SBRT Outcomes in Soft Tissue Sarcomas
Identifying which patients are at risk of distant failure may assist oncologists in deciding who should receive neoadjuvant radiation, according to Joanne B. Weidhaas, MD, PhD, MBM.
China’s CDE Accepts Marketing Application for Pimicotinib in TGCT
In the phase 3 MANEUVER trial, pimicotinib improved the objective response rate vs placebo in patients with tenosynovial giant cell tumor.
Lurbinectedin Maintenance Combo Earns FDA Priority Review in ES-SCLC
The FDA has set a Prescription Drug User Fee Act date of October 7, 2025, for its decision on approving the lurbinectedin combination in this SCLC population.
Epcoritamab Elicited Sustained PFS and OS at 3 Years in R/R LBCL
Epcoritamab monotherapy led to long-term disease-free remissions in patients with relapsed/refractory large B-cell lymphoma who achieved complete response at 2 years.
New microRNA Models Predict Responses and Toxicities in Various Cancers
Joanne B. Weidhaas, MD, PhD, MBM, presented 2 abstracts based on microRNA technology at the 2025 ASCO Annual Meeting that demonstrated predictive power.
FDA Lifts Hold on IFx-2.0 in Advanced/Metastatic Merkel Cell Carcinoma
A phase 3 trial evaluating frontline IFx-2.0 with pembrolizumab in advanced/metastatic Merkel cell carcinoma is planned to start later in June 2025.
Satri-Cel Improves Survival vs Physician’s Choice in Pretreated Gastric/GEJ Cancer
Satri-cel led to a median PFS of 3.25 months vs 1.77 months with physician’s choice in patients with pretreated gastric or gastroesophageal cancer.
Cilta-Cel Demonstrates "Curative Potential" in R/R Multiple Myeloma
The median overall survival with cilta-cel exceeds 5 years among patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma in the CARTITUDE-1 trial.
Sacituzumab Tirumotecan Enhances Efficacy in Pretreated EGFR-Mutant NSCLC
Sacituzumab tirumotecan showed a manageable safety profile compared to docetaxel in patients with EGFR-mutant advanced non–small cell lung cancer.
Fostering a Team-Based Approach to Elevate Neuro-Oncology Care
Specialties including neurosurgery, radiation oncology, and neuro-rehabilitation all play a notable role in the care of patients with brain tumors.
CAR T and Transplantation Advances Across Hematologic Cancers at ASCO 2025
An expert panel highlights key presentations in multiple myeloma, lymphoma, and other hematologic malignancies at the 2025 ASCO Annual Meeting.
Maximizing Quality of Life From the Get-Go in Neuro-Oncology Care
Treatment-related toxicities during neuro-oncology therapy appear well managed with dose modifications and treatment cycle holds.
RP1/Nivolumab Combo Shows Responses in Advanced Pretreated Melanoma
Data from the IGNYTE trial demonstrate the development of a robust systemic antitumor response following treatment with RP1.
Nivolumab May Enhance Outcomes with SOC Therapy for Locally Advanced HNSCC
The phase 3 NIVOSTOP trial evaluated an anti–PD-1 immunotherapy, nivolumab, in a patient population similar in the KEYNOTE-689 trial.
Tracing the Evolution of Immunotherapies in Neuro-Oncology
CAR T-cell therapies appear to be an evolving modality in the treatment of those with intracranial tumors, said Sylvia Kurz, MD, PhD.
Socazolimab Exhibits Overall Survival Benefit Vs Placebo in ES-SCLC
The addition of socazolimab to carboplatin plus etoposide was well tolerated compared with placebo in patients with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer.
KEYNOTE-689 Results Provide “Foundation” for Alternative HNSCC Strategies
Opportunities to further reduce relapses include pembrolizumab-based combination therapy and evaluating the agent’s contribution before and after surgery.
Addition of Pembrolizumab to SOC May Enhance HNSCC Cure Rates
For patients with locally advanced head and neck cancers, the current standard of care for curative therapy has a cure rate of less than 50%.
Patient-Reported Outcome Study is “Critically Important” in Cervical Cancer
According to Maurie Markman, MD, patient-reported outcomes pertain to more relevant questions surrounding the impact of therapy for patients.
Radiopharmaceutical Agent Shows Efficacy, Tolerability in SSTR2+ NETs
Brandon R. Mancini, MD, MBA, FACRO, discussed results from a phase 1/2a trial that evaluated [212Pb]VMT-α-NET in patients with advanced NETs.
Exploring the Rare Lymphoma Landscape
CancerNetwork® spoke with Neha Mehta-Shah, MD, MSCI, about the clinical landscape for patients undergoing treatment for rare lymphomas.
Ibrilatazar Shows Survival Improvement in Advanced Squamous NSCLC
Following the induction phase with chemotherapy alone, ibrilatazar has shown a manageable toxicity profile in patients with advanced squamous NSCLC.
JNJ-79635322 Shows Safety/Favorable Responses in R/R Multiple Myeloma
The 1-year progression-free survival rate for patients in the BCMA/GPRC5D naïve RP2D group was 95.0% and across all dose levels it was 74.1%.
Twice Daily, Hyperfractionated Thoracic Radiotherapy Effective at 60 Gy in SCLC
A phase 2 trial demonstrated a median overall survival of 43.5 months at 60 Gy compared with 22.5 months at 45 Gy in patients with limited-stage SCLC.
Sacituzumab Tirumotecan Improves Response vs Docetaxel in EFGR+ NSCLC
Among 44 patients with EGFR-positive non–small cell lung cancer who discontinued docetaxel, 36.4% crossed over to the sac-TMT arm.
THIO Plus Cemiplimab Associated with Prolonged OS in ICI-Resistant NSCLC
THIO with cemiplimab is active and well-tolerated in patients with advanced non–small cell lung cancer resistant to immune checkpoint inhibitors in second- and third-line settings.
High Responses With BNT327/PM8002 Plus Chemo in Mesothelioma
Frontline BNT327/PM8002 plus chemotherapy led to a confirmed ORR of 51.6% and a DCR of 90.3% in patients with unresectable pleural and peritoneal mesothelioma.
Sharpening the Prostate Cancer Toolkit: Practical Insights on PSMA Imaging
Experts weigh in on the practical applications of PSMA PET imaging
Olanzapine May Prevent Radiation-Induced Nausea and Vomiting
The addition of olanzapine to antiemetics might alleviate insomnia, appetite loss, anxiety, and depression in those receiving concurrent chemoradiation.