Future Perspectives in the Treatment of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
November 24th 2023Concluding their discussion, Drs Advani, Parrondo, and Chanan-Khan conclude that second-generation BTK inhibitors are the preferred first-line treatment in patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia due to better efficacy and lower cardiovascular risk, with emerging therapies promising even better outcomes.
Comparing Management of Hypertension versus Atrial Fibrillation in CLL
November 24th 2023Doctors discuss that while cardiovascular side effects like atrial fibrillation and hypertension in patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia are concerns with BTK inhibitors, they are manageable and should not deter prescribing these effective therapies; generally, atrial fibrillation is considered more challenging to manage than hypertension.
Toxicity Management in Patients With RRMM Receiving Bispecific Antibodies
November 23rd 2023Drs Costa, Dhakal, and Cook discuss managing the unique toxicities of bispecific antibodies in patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma such as infections requiring prophylaxis and supportive care, and quality-of-life complaints like taste changes and skin issues.
Phase 3 KEYNOTE-A18 Trial Data Are ‘Practice Changing’ for Cervical Cancer
November 22nd 2023Domenica Lorusso, MD, PhD, says that paying attention to the quality of chemoradiotherapy is imperative to feeling confident about the potential addition of pembrolizumab for locally advanced cervical cancer.
Tucatinib in Patients With CRC: Data From MOUNTAINEER-01
In the Phase 2 MOUNTAINEER-01 study of patients with HER2-positive metastatic colorectal cancer who were chemo-refractory, the combination of tucatinib and trastuzumab showed an impressive response rate and disease control rate, and median duration of response up to 12 months; Dr. Ahn notes these results compare favorably to prior studies of dual HER2 inhibition, with MOUNTAINEER-01 showing higher response rates.
Case Presentation: A 50-Year-Old Man With Metastatic CRC (mCRC)
Christina S. Wu, MB, BCh, MD, presents the case of a 50-year-old man with metastatic colorectal cancer to the panel for discussion.
Common Adverse Events Seen With EGFR TKIs in EGFR-Mutant NSCLC
November 20th 2023Drs Janellen Smith and Misako Nagasaka discuss dermatological adverse events in patients with non-small cell lung cancer associated with EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitors, offering advice on prevention, treatment, and when to involve a dermatologist.
EGFR-Mutant NSCLC: Second-Line Treatment Options and Safety Data
November 20th 2023Shared insight into the complexities in treating EGFR mutant lung cancer during the second-line therapy phase, including safety profiles of different treatment regimens, managing toxicities, and ongoing research to improve patient outcomes.
Patient Scenario 2: Second-Line Treatment Options in Clear-Cell RCC
November 20th 2023Reviewing the case of a case of a 73-year-old man with metastatic clear cell kidney cancer, experts discuss second-line treatment options informed by prior treatment response, patient goals, and adverse event profiles.
Impact of Combination Therapies and CNS Efficacy in EGFR-Mutant NSCLC Treatment
November 20th 2023Experts consider the influence of combination therapies on EGFR-mutant lung cancer treatment, including the impact on central nervous system (CNS) response, challenges in CNS metastases management, and the potential alternatives to whole-brain radiation.