EMA Validates Application for Nivolumab/Ipilimumab in Liver Cancer Type
Survival results from the phase 3 CheckMate –9DW trial support the application for the combination therapy in treating hepatocellular carcinoma.
Exploring New Possibilities in Kidney Cancer Detection and Therapy
Experts discuss findings related to liquid biopsy profiling, later-line immunotherapy, and CDK4/6 inhibitor efficacy presented at the 2024 KCRS meeting.
FDA Grants SLS009 Rare Pediatric Disease Designation in Pediatric AML
SLS009 is a highly selective CDK9 inhibitor that is being studied in an ongoing phase 1/2 trial for patients with hematologic malignancies.
29 ELEVATE: A Phase 1b/2, Open-Label, Umbrella Study Evaluating Elacestrant in Various Combinations in Patients (pts) With Estrogen Receptor–Positive (ER+), HER2-Negative (HER2–) Locally Advanced or Metastatic Breast Cancer (mBC)
30 Datopotamab Deruxtecan (Dato-DXd) vs Chemotherapy in Previously-Treated Inoperable or Metastatic Hormone Receptor–Positive, HER2-Negative (HR+/HER2–) Breast Cancer (BC): Primary Results From the Randomised Phase 3 TROPION-Breast01 Trial
FS-1502 Demonstrates Promising Antitumor Activity in HER2+ Breast Cancer
Two dose-limiting toxicities were observed, and the maximum tolerated dose was not reached in a study evaluating FS-1502 safety, tolerability, and efficacy.
Factoring Multidisciplinary Care Into IORT for Pancreatic Cancer
Experts from Vanderbilt University Medical Center emphasize gathering a second opinion to determine if a tumor is resectable in patients with pancreatic cancer.
EMA Accepts Application for Belantamab Mafodotin in R/R Multiple Myeloma
Data from DREAMM-7 and DREAMM-8 support the marketing authorization application for the belantamab mafodotin combinations in multiple myeloma.
FDA Discourages Accelerated Approval of Botensilimab/Balstilimab Combo in R/R MSS CRC
The recommendation was made following mid-stage, end-of-phase 2 data for the botensilimab/balstilimab combination, which yielded lower responses in patients.
Applying The IORT Technique to a Pancreatic Cancer Case
Experts from Vanderbilt University Medical Center discuss the use of intraoperative radiation therapy in a 64-year-old patient with pancreatic cancer.
MET-Targeted MFGI, Spectroscopy May Detect Papillary Thyroid Cancer
Phase 1 data show that EMI-137 enabled MFGI and spectroscopy differentiation between papillary thyroid cancer–afflicted tissue and healthy thyroid tissue.
BLA Accepted for Tabelecleucel in EBV+ Lymphoproliferative Disease
The drug developers of tabelecleucel are seeking approval of the treatment for patients with EBV-positive post-transplant lymphoproliferative disease.
FDA Gives Dendritic Cell Vaccine Fast Track Status for Pancreatic Cancer
The overall survival benefit seen with DOC1021 in a phase 1 trial of glioblastoma support the fast track status decision for the agent.
Mitazalimab Combo Shows Lasting Responses in Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer
AI Use May Improve Treatment Outcomes in Prostate Cancer
“The machine learning algorithms based on pure clinical data aren’t any better, [but] that’s where prostate cancer algorithms are starting to shine,” said James B. Yu, MD, MHS, FASTRO.
Darolutamide Combo Improves Radiological PFS in Metastatic HSPC
Developers plan to submit data from the ARANOTE trial to global regulatory health authorities to expand indications for darolutamide in metastatic HSPC.
Assessing Dermatologic Responses to Amivantamab in EGFR-Mutated NSCLC
The conundrum of treating dermatologic adverse effects in response to treatment with amivantamab for EGFR-mutated NSCLC was discussed in a recent Frontline Forum.
Limiting Complete Thyroidectomy Post Hemithyroidectomy, Total Thyroidectomy May Reduce Overtreatment in Thyroid Cancer
Retrospective results found considering conservative initial surgery options can reduce overtreatment for patients with thyroid cancer.
FDA Places Partial Hold on Trial for Seclidemstat in MDS, CMML
A serious grade 4 adverse effect reported in the phase 1/2 dose-escalation study evaluating seclidemstat combination therapy prompted the partial hold.
DSP-5336 Earns FDA Fast Track Status in R/R KMT2A+ Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Data from a phase 1/2 trial support the potential clinical activity of DSP-5336 in patients with relapsed/refractory AML harboring a KMT2A rearrangement.
An Embarrassment of Riches Treatment Sequencing in Gastrointestinal Cancers
Laura W. Goff, MD, MSCI, MMHC, discusses the onslaught of treatment sequencing available in gastrointestinal cancer.
Vandetanib Does Not Meet PFS End Point for Advanced RAI-Refractory DTC
Phase 3 results show that treatment with vandetanib had no statistically significant improvement in PFS and more adverse effects than placebo.
Abemaciclib May Show Synergistic Effect in Kidney Cancer Combination Trials
Although no responses were observed in 11 patients receiving abemaciclib monotherapy, combination therapies with abemaciclib may offer clinical benefit.
Noninvasive HPV16 Urine Test May Help Detect Cervical Cancer
The use of an ultrasensitive assay was able to detect HPV-16-positive SiHa cells at greater than 500 cells/mL for cervical cancer.
Cobimetinib Combinations Yield Responses in High-Risk Melanoma
Approximately two-thirds of patients who received study treatment in NeoACTIVATE had no remaining tumors at the time of surgery.
Overcoming Physical and Social Barriers in the Lymphoma Field
Leaders from the lymphoma space highlight the importance of mentorship in establishing their careers and impart advice to women looking to advance theirs.
Sequencing Bispecifics and CAR T-Cell Therapy in R/R Multiple Myeloma
A panel of experts in multiple myeloma discussed strategies for sequencing novel bispecific antibodies and CAR T-cell therapies for patients with relapsed/refractory disease.
Adaptive De-escalation TKI Therapy in Advanced NSCLC Shows Feasibility
The results of the trial showed that at least 75% of patients with NSCLC harboring driver gene alterations may benefit from this treatment.
Leveraging CAR T-Cell Therapy Advancements in R/R Multiple Myeloma
Experts in multiple myeloma discussed the evolving role of CAR T-cell therapy for patients with relapsed/refractory disease.
Data Suggest Need for Novel Therapies in Later-Line Metastatic RCC
Findings show no difference in overall survival between various treatments for metastatic RCC previously managed with immunotherapy and TKIs.