Biomarkers and Clinical Features Guiding HER2-Directed Therapy in Upper GI Cancer
Experts discuss specific biomarkers or clinical features that would prompt earlier consideration of trastuzumab deruxtecan or other HER2-directed therapies.
Experts discuss the factors supporting the choice of trastuzumab deruxtecan following disease progression and its mechanism of action in addressing resistance to prior HER2-targeted therapy and provide insights on the updated analysis from the DESTINY-Gastric02 Trial.
Auto-SCT or CAR T? A Case-Based Discussion in Relapsed DLBCL
Panelists discuss how the choice between chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR T) therapy and autologous stem cell transplantation (auto-SCT) requires careful evaluation of multiple patient-specific factors. Medical professionals consider disease type and stage, prior treatments, patient age and fitness, cytogenetic risk, donor availability, and timing. CAR T may be preferred for relapsed/refractory cases, whereas transplant remains standard for eligible newly diagnosed patients.
Personalizing CAR T: Making the Right Call for Each Patient
Panelists discuss how patient-specific characteristics in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma significantly impact chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR T) therapy outcomes, suggesting that standardized treatment algorithms may need refinement. Factors like tumor biology, immune status, and genetic profiles could help optimize therapeutic selection and sequencing.
Understanding PD-L1 CPS: Impact on Treatment Decisions in HER2+ Gastric Cancer
Experts discuss the PD-L1 combined positive score (CPS) and its influence on treatment decisions as well as the clinical significance of a high CPS in guiding the use of immune checkpoint inhibitors such as pembrolizumab in HER2-positive gastric cancer.
Megan’s Journey With HER2+ Upper GI Cancer
Experts discuss Megan’s journey with HER2-positive upper gastrointestinal (GI) cancer, highlighting key treatment strategies and challenges.