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Alk-Positive Lung Cancer Targeted Therapy: A Comprehensive Guide
Author: Dr. Evelyn Reed, MD, PhD – Board-certified oncologist specializing in thoracic oncology with over 15 years of experience in the treatment of lung cancer, including extensive research and clinical trials involving ALK-positive lung cancer.
Publisher: Oncology Insights Publishing – A leading publisher specializing in peer-reviewed medical journals and educational resources for oncologists, researchers, and healthcare professionals focusing on cancer treatment and research advancements.
Editor: Dr. Michael Chen, MD – Experienced medical editor with a PhD in molecular biology and over 10 years of experience in editing scientific publications, particularly in the field of targeted cancer therapies.
Summary: This comprehensive guide explores the landscape of alk-positive lung cancer targeted therapy. It delves into the identification and diagnosis of ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), outlining the latest advancements in targeted therapies, including a detailed discussion on first-line treatment options, subsequent lines of therapy following resistance, and management of common side effects. The guide also highlights best practices for patient selection, monitoring treatment response, and navigating the challenges and pitfalls often encountered in alk-positive lung cancer targeted therapy.
Keywords: alk-positive lung cancer, targeted therapy, ALK inhibitor, alectinib, brigatinib, ceritinib, crizotinib, lorlatinib, NSCLC, non-small cell lung cancer, lung cancer treatment, personalized medicine, cancer genomics, resistance mechanisms, side effects, treatment strategies.
1. Understanding ALK-Positive Lung Cancer
ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is a subtype of lung cancer characterized by a specific genetic abnormality: a rearrangement of the anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) gene. This rearrangement leads to the production of an abnormal ALK protein, driving uncontrolled cell growth and tumor development. Diagnosing ALK positivity typically involves a biopsy followed by testing such as immunohistochemistry (IHC) or fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH). Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial for initiating timely and effective alk-positive lung cancer targeted therapy.
2. First-Line Treatment Options for ALK-Positive Lung Cancer
Several ALK inhibitors have demonstrated significant efficacy as first-line treatment for ALK-positive NSCLC. These include alectinib, brigatinib, ceritinib, and crizotinib. The choice of the specific ALK inhibitor depends on various factors including patient characteristics, comorbidities, and the availability of treatment options. Clinical trials have helped establish the efficacy and safety profiles of these drugs, guiding treatment decisions. For example, alectinib and brigatinib have shown superior progression-free survival compared to crizotinib in several studies.
3. Subsequent Lines of Therapy after ALK Inhibitor Resistance
Unfortunately, most patients eventually develop resistance to first-line ALK inhibitors. This resistance can be due to various mechanisms, including the emergence of ALK mutations. When resistance emerges, the treatment strategy shifts to second-line, third-line, and subsequent lines of therapy. Options include different ALK inhibitors with different resistance profiles (e.g., lorlatinib which is effective against several resistance mutations) or other targeted therapies or chemotherapy depending on the specific resistance mechanism identified. Regular monitoring for resistance using molecular testing is vital in guiding subsequent therapeutic decisions in alk-positive lung cancer targeted therapy.
4. Managing Side Effects of ALK Inhibitors
ALK inhibitors can cause a range of side effects, some of which can be severe. Common side effects include fatigue, nausea, vomiting, constipation, elevated liver enzymes, and visual disturbances. Careful monitoring of these side effects is essential. Dose adjustments, supportive care, and appropriate management strategies are crucial to minimize the impact of these side effects and improve the patient's quality of life during alk-positive lung cancer targeted therapy.
5. Best Practices in Alk-Positive Lung Cancer Targeted Therapy
Optimal management of alk-positive lung cancer requires a multidisciplinary approach. This includes close collaboration between oncologists, pulmonologists, radiologists, pathologists, and other healthcare professionals. Regular monitoring of disease progression through imaging studies (e.g., CT scans) and blood tests is crucial to assess treatment response and detect early signs of resistance. Genetic testing should be conducted at diagnosis and during the course of treatment to guide therapy selection and monitor for resistance mechanisms.
6. Pitfalls to Avoid in Alk-Positive Lung Cancer Targeted Therapy
Several pitfalls should be avoided to ensure optimal outcomes. These include delays in diagnosis and treatment initiation, inadequate monitoring for treatment response and resistance, inappropriate selection of ALK inhibitors, and insufficient management of side effects. Early identification and proactive management of these pitfalls are vital for improving the success rate of alk-positive lung cancer targeted therapy.
7. Personalized Medicine and the Future of Alk-Positive Lung Cancer Therapy
The field of alk-positive lung cancer targeted therapy is constantly evolving. Advances in genomics and molecular biology are leading to a more personalized approach to cancer treatment. The identification of novel biomarkers and resistance mechanisms, coupled with the development of new ALK inhibitors and combination therapies, holds promise for further improving treatment outcomes.
8. Patient Advocacy and Support
Living with lung cancer can be challenging. Patients and their families should be encouraged to access appropriate support services. Patient advocacy groups and support networks provide vital resources, emotional support, and practical guidance to navigate the complexities of diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.
9. Conclusion
Alk-positive lung cancer targeted therapy has revolutionized the treatment landscape for this specific subtype of lung cancer. The availability of multiple effective ALK inhibitors has dramatically improved survival rates and quality of life for many patients. However, the development of resistance remains a significant challenge. Continuous monitoring, timely adjustments to therapy based on molecular testing, and proactive management of side effects are crucial for optimizing outcomes in alk-positive lung cancer targeted therapy. Ongoing research and development of newer agents continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in treating this disease.
FAQs
1. What are the most common side effects of ALK inhibitors? Common side effects include fatigue, nausea, vomiting, constipation, elevated liver enzymes, and visual disturbances.
2. How often should I have imaging scans during treatment? The frequency of imaging scans (usually CT scans) is determined by your oncologist, but it's typically done every few months to monitor treatment response.
3. What if my cancer becomes resistant to an ALK inhibitor? If resistance develops, further molecular testing is necessary to determine the mechanism of resistance and guide the choice of subsequent therapy.
4. Are there clinical trials available for ALK-positive lung cancer? Yes, numerous clinical trials are ongoing, exploring new ALK inhibitors, combination therapies, and novel approaches to overcoming resistance.
5. How is ALK positivity diagnosed? Diagnosis typically involves a biopsy followed by testing, such as immunohistochemistry (IHC) or fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH).
6. What is the difference between ALK inhibitors like alectinib and crizotinib? Different ALK inhibitors have varying efficacy and side effect profiles. Clinical trial data informs the best choice for individual patients.
7. How long will I need to be on ALK inhibitor therapy? The duration of treatment depends on your response to therapy and the development of resistance.
8. What kind of support is available for patients with ALK-positive lung cancer? Various support networks, patient advocacy groups, and mental health professionals offer emotional and practical support.
9. Is ALK-positive lung cancer hereditary? While not typically hereditary, a family history of lung cancer can increase the risk.
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3. "The Role of Biomarkers in Guiding ALK-Positive Lung Cancer Treatment": This article emphasizes the importance of biomarker testing in personalizing treatment strategies and selecting appropriate ALK inhibitors.
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| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: International Ethical Guidelines for Biomedical Research Involving Human Subjects Council for International Organizations of Medical Sciences, 2002 The present text is the revised/updated version of the CIOMS International Ethical Guidelines for Biomedical Research Involving Human Subjects. It consists of 21 guidelines with commentaries. A prefatory section outlines the historical background and the revision process and includes an introduction an account of earlier instruments and guidelines a statement of ethical principles and a preamble. An Appendix lists the items to be included in the research protocol to be submitted for scientific and ethical review and clearance. The Guidelines relate mainly to ethical justification and scientific validity of research; ethical review; informed consent; vulnerability - of individuals groups communities and populations; women as research subjects; equity regarding burdens and benefits; choice of control in clinical trials; confidentiality; compensation for injury; strengthening of national or local capacity for ethical review; and obligations of sponsors to provide health-care services. They are designed to be of use to countries in defining national policies on the ethics of biomedical research involving human subjects applying ethical standards in local circumstances and establishing or improving ethical review mechanisms. A particular aim is to reflect the conditions and the needs of low-resource countries and the implications for multinational or transnational research in which they may be partners. |
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| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Molecular Pathology of Lung Cancer Philip T. Cagle, Timothy Craig Allen, Mary Beth Beasley, Lucian R. Chirieac, Sanja Dacic, Alain C. Borczuk, Keith M. Kerr, 2012-06-14 As with other books in the Molecular Pathology Library Series, Molecular Pathology of Lung Cancer bridges the gap between the molecular specialist and the clinical practitioner, including the surgical pathologist who now has a key role in decisions regarding molecular targeted therapy for lung cancer. Molecular Pathology of Lung Cancer provides the latest information and current insights into the molecular basis for lung cancer, including precursor and preinvasive lesions, molecular diagnosis, molecular targeted therapy, molecular prognosis, molecular radiology and related fields for lung cancer generally and for the specific cell types. As many fundamental concepts about lung cancer have undergone revision in only the past few years, this book will likely be the first to comprehensively cover the new molecular pathology of lung cancer. It provides a foundation in this field for pathologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, thoracic surgeons, thoracic radiologists and their trainees, physician assistants, and nursing staff. |
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| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Geriatric Oncology Martine Extermann, 2020-01-30 This book is intended as a comprehensive resource for clinicians and researchers seeking in-depth information on geriatric oncology. The coverage encompasses epidemiology, the biology and (patho)physiology of aging and cancer, geriatric assessment and management, hematologic malignancies, solid tumors, issues in patient care, and research methods. Since cancer is a disease of aging and people are living longer, most cancer patients are now aged 70 and older. Yet the more we age, the more diverse we become in terms of our health, biologic fitness, and cancer behavior. Typically, however, general oncology clinical trials address only a selected healthier and younger population of patients. Geriatric oncology is the area of oncology that addresses these issues but while a wealth of knowledge has been accumulated, information is often difficult to retrieve or insufficiently detailed. The SpringerReference program, in which this book is published, offers an ideal format for overcoming these limitations since it combines thorough coverage with access to living editions constantly updated chapter by chapter via a dynamic peer-review process, ensuring that information remains current and pertinent. |
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| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Cutaneous Malignancies Brian Gastman, 2016-12-30 The treatment of skin cancer has become an increasingly multispecialty practice. Ongoing surgical and postsurgical advances and emergent factors that predispose patients to these tumors have changed the treatment paradigm. Having a keen understanding of diagnostic, surgical, and nonsurgical treatment options is key to identifying, treating, or referring patients with potential cutaneous malignancies. While Brian R. Gastman's Cutaneous Malignancies: A Surgical Perspective is the first of its kind to emphasize surgical management of skin cancer, several sections are devoted to systemic nonsurgical therapies affecting patient care and surgical intervention. Topics encompassed include prevention, diagnosis, medication management, appropriate margin size, reconstruction methods, and the importance of stellar dermatopathology. Key Highlights The role of Mohs micrographic surgery and radiation in skin cancer treatment Treatment approaches for the two most common forms of skin cancer respectively, basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma Surgical treatment of cutaneous malignant melanoma and other high-risk malignancies Clinical insights on completion lymphadenectomy and sentinel node biopsy for melanoma, two topics rarely addressed in context with skin cancer Diagnosis and treatment of rare malignancies including Merkel cell carcinoma, dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans, cutaneous angiosarcoma, and cutaneous leiomyosarcoma More than 400 high-quality illustrations further delineate surgical modalities Edited by an esteemed dual board certified plastic surgeon and otolaryngologist, this definitive book is the most complete guide to surgical management of skin cancer. It is essential reading for plastic surgeons, dermatologists, otolaryngologists, and all clinicians who treat or refer patients with suspected skin cancer. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Thoracic Malignancies Steven E. Schild, MD, 2010-03-08 Thoracic Malignancies: Thoracic Malignancies is the first title in Radiation Medicine Rounds. These tumors take more lives than any others and they are among the most preventable of tumors. Thus it is crucial for the practitioner to be up-to-date on the latest insights regarding their management. Thoracic Malignancies addresses the multi-disciplinary nature of the care of these tumors. There is representation from radiation oncology, medical oncology, and surgery ensuring a well-rounded summarization of current practice. Included are chapters on lung cancer, esophageal cancer, and thymomas providing coverage of the vast majority of thoracic tumors. The multi-disciplinary nature of the articles provides readers with an up-to-date summary and a well-rounded review regarding these tumors and their care. Expert authors provide reviews and assessments of the most recent data and its implications for current clinical practice, along with insights into emerging new trends of importance for the near future. About the Series Radiation Medicine Rounds is an invited review publication providing a thorough analysis of new scientific, technologic, and clinical advances in all areas of radiation medicine. There is an emphasis throughout on multidisciplinary approaches to the specialty, as well as on quality and outcomes analysis. Published three times a year Radiation Medicine Rounds provides authoritative, thorough assessments of a wide range of Ïhot topicsÓ and emerging new data for the entire specialty of radiation medicine. Features of Radiation Medicine Rounds include: Editorial board of nationally recognized experts across the spectrum of radiation medicine In-depth, up-to-date expert reviews and analysis of major new developments in all areas of Radiation Medicine Issues edited by an authority in specific subject area Focuses on major topics in Radiation Medicine with in-depth articles covering advances in radiation science radiation medicine technology, radiation medicine practice, and assessment of recent quality and outcomes studies Emphasizes multidisciplinary approaches to research and practice |
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| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Pathology of Melanocytic Tumors E-Book Klaus J. Busam, Pedram Gerami, Richard A Scolyer, 2018-07-30 Constituting a large percentage of everyday diagnostic practice, melanocytic pathology is a complex and challenging area with many difficult-to-diagnose lesions. This highly illustrated reference, written by three of the world's leading dermatopathologists, provides authoritative guidance in the accurate diagnosis of even the most challenging pigmented skin tumors, helping you avoid pitfalls and recognize mimics. - Covers nearly every variant of melanocytic tumors you're likely to see. - Emphasizes how to arrive at an efficient, accurate diagnosis, and includes dermoscopic findings for optimal diagnostic precision. - Discusses modern analytic techniques (cytogenetics, molecular studies) and how to use them for diagnosis. - Includes numerous case examples to illustrate the differential diagnoses and work-up; how to use ancillary techniques, along with their pros, cons, and limitations; and clinical follow-up. - Presents the knowledge and experience of Klaus Busam, Pedram Gerami, and Richard Scolyer, – three dermatopathologists who are globally renowned for their expertise in melanoma pathology and analysis of melanocytic tumors by modern ancillary diagnostic techniques. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Targeted Therapies in Lung Cancer: Management Strategies for Nurses and Practitioners Marianne Davies, Beth Eaby-Sandy, 2019-07-16 This book aims to educate nurses and advanced practice providers (APP’s) about known mutations, availability of targeted therapy and the management of patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It will educate nurses and practitioners about the scope of therapy to assure safe and effective lung cancer treatment. In this era of personalized medicine, nurses and APP’s are responsible for guiding patients from diagnosis through treatment. This starts with the identification of patients that can benefit from these therapies, the key role of biopsy acquisition (ie. what to test, when and how often) and treatment selection based on the mutation identified. Readers will learn about the mechanisms of action, administration, potential adverse side effects and unique management strategies for these targeted agents. Lung cancer continues to be the leading cause of cancer death in the United States and worldwide. Recent advances in the identification of specific oncogenic mutations that drive cancer development, growth and metastasis have led to major paradigm shifts in lung cancer treatment. Sophisticated methods are required to identify specific mutations at the time of diagnosis. This book explains how molecularly targeted therapies have been developed that target these drivers. To date, several tyrosine kinase inhibitors have been approved to target the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR), EML4-ALK ,ROS1 and BRAF. Most recently, immune checkpoint inhibitors have been approved with some indication that efficacy may be enhanced for patients who overexpress PD-L1. While some driver mutations have been identified, there is ongoing investigation into additional mutations. In the case of driver mutations, lung cancers will develop resistance to therapy. This book provides nurses and APP’s with the mechanisms of resistance that have been identified such as T790 mutation and many others in the EGFR mutation, and shows how the next level of drug development is focused on identifying mechanisms of resistance and development of new agents that overcome these mutations. With this book in hand, nurses and practitioners will be able to navigate patients through this ever expanding field of lung cancer treatment. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Adverse Effects of Cancer Chemotherapy: Anything New to Improve Tolerance and Reduce Sequelae? Kulmira Nurgali, R. Thomas Jagoe, Raquel Abalo, 2018-06-12 Advances in anti-cancer chemotherapy over recent years have led to improved efficacy in curing or controlling many cancers. Some chemotherapy-related side-effects are well recognized and include: nausea, vomiting, bone marrow suppression, peripheral neuropathy, cardiac and skeletal muscle dysfunction and renal impairment. However, it is becoming clearer that some chemotherapy-related adverse effects may persist even in long term cancer survivors. Problems such as cognitive, cardiovascular and gastrointestinal dysfunction, and neuropathy may lead to substantial long term morbidity. Despite improvements in treatments to counteract acute chemotherapy-induced adverse effects, they are often incompletely effective. Furthermore, counter-measures for some acute side-effects and many potential longer term sequelae of anti-cancer chemotherapy have not been developed. Thus, new insights into prevalence and mechanisms of cancer chemotherapy-related side effects are needed and new approaches to improving tolerance and reduce sequelae of cancer chemotherapy are urgently needed. The present Research Topic focuses on adverse effects and sequelae of chemotherapy and strategies to counteract them. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Handbook of Brain Tumor Chemotherapy, Molecular Therapeutics, and Immunotherapy Herbert B. Newton, 2018-03-28 Handbook of Brain Tumor Chemotherapy, Molecular Therapeutics, and Immunotherapy, Second Edition, provides a comprehensive overview of the molecular methodologies in the neuro-oncology field. There have been profound changes in the landscape of approaches to brain tumor therapy since the first edition—mainly in the areas of molecular biology and molecular therapeutics, as well as in the maturation of immunotherapy approaches (e.g., vaccines). This updated edition has a new, primary focus on multidisciplinary molecular methods, and is broadened to include the latest cutting-edge molecular biology, therapeutics, immunobiology and immunotherapy approaches. As the first comprehensive book to address the molecular research into these concepts, users will find it to be an invaluable resource on the topics discussed. - Provides the most up-to-date information regarding conventional forms of cytotoxic chemotherapy, as well as the basic science and clinical application of molecular therapeutics for the treatment of brain tumors - Broadly appeals to anyone interested in neuro-oncology and the treatment of brain tumors - Features updated chapters on molecular biology, molecular therapeutics, maturation of immunotherapy approaches, and a focus on multidisciplinary molecular methods - Includes a new section on the basic science of immunology, as well as thorough updates on the use of vaccine technology and immunotherapy for the treatment of brain tumors |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Oncoimmunology Laurence Zitvogel, Guido Kroemer, 2017-12-13 In this book, leading experts in cancer immunotherapy join forces to provide a comprehensive guide that sets out the main principles of oncoimmunology and examines the latest advances and their implications for clinical practice, focusing in particular on drugs with FDA/EMA approvals and breakthrough status. The aim is to deliver a landmark educational tool that will serve as the definitive reference for MD and PhD students while also meeting the needs of established researchers and healthcare professionals. Immunotherapy-based approaches are now inducing long-lasting clinical responses across multiple histological types of neoplasia, in previously difficult-to-treat metastatic cancers. The future challenges for oncologists are to understand and exploit the cellular and molecular components of complex immune networks, to optimize combinatorial regimens, to avoid immune-related side effects, and to plan immunomonitoring studies for biomarker discovery. The editors hope that this book will guide future and established health professionals toward the effective application of cancer immunology and immunotherapy and contribute significantly to further progress in the field. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Diagnosing and Treating Adult Cancers and Associated Impairments National Academies Of Sciences Engineeri, National Academies of Sciences Engineering and Medicine, Health And Medicine Division, Board On Health Care Services, Committee on Diagnosing and Treating Adult Cancers, 2021-11-10 Cancer is the second leading cause of death among adults in the United States after heart disease. However, improvements in cancer treatment and earlier detection are leading to growing numbers of cancer survivors. As the number of cancer survivors grows, there is increased interest in how cancer and its treatments may affect a person's ability to work, whether the person has maintained employment throughout the treatment or is returning to work at a previous, current, or new place of employment. Cancer-related impairments and resulting functional limitations may or may not lead to disability as defined by the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA), however, adults surviving cancer who are unable to work because of cancer-related impairments and functional limitations may apply for disability benefits from SSA. At the request of SSA, Diagnosing and Treating Adult Cancers and Associated Impairments provides background information on breast cancer, lung cancer, and selected other cancers to assist SSA in its review of the listing of impairments for disability assessments. This report addresses several specific topics, including determining the latest standards of care as well as new technologies for understanding disease processes, treatment modalities, and the effect of cancer on a person's health and functioning, in order to inform SSA's evaluation of disability claims for adults with cancer. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Pocket Oncology Alexander Drilon, Michael Postow, 2014 Pocket Oncology, developed and edited by oncologists at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, is a simple, yet comprehensive, review of basic principles of cancer management. Prepared in the style and format of books in the popular Pocket Notebook series, Pocket Oncology is intended as a quick reference presented in easy to read bulleted text, and using diagrams and charts where appropriate. Each oncologic disease is presented on two facing pages that review initial clinical presentation, pathophysiology, staging, current standard of care treatments, and active areas of current research. Edited by Alexander Drilon and Michael Postow, the content of the book has been written by medical oncology fellows and each disease entity has been authoritatively reviewed by an oncologist with specific expertise in each subspecialty of oncology. Features: -simple, comprehensive, review of basic principles of oncology in easy to read bulleted text, using diagrams and charts where appropriate. -its small size makes it easy to carry the pocket of a lab coat for quick reference to information while in the hospital or oncology clinic. -perfect for medical students, residents, fellows, physician assistants, and nurses who perform daily oncologic care. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Lung Cancer: A Practical Approach to Evidence-Based Clinical Evaluation and Management Lynn T. Tanoue, Frank C Detterbeck, 2018-05-30 Get a quick, expert overview of the many key facets of lung cancer evaluation and management with this concise, practical resource by Drs. Lynn T. Tanoue and Frank Detterbeck. This easy-to-read reference presents a summary of today's best evidence-based approaches to diagnosis and management in this critical area. - Covers diagnosis and evaluation, treatment considerations, and comprehensive care options for patients with lung cancer. - Provides insight on evidence for today's best practices, as well as future directions in the field. - Consolidates today's evidence-based information on the clinical aspects of lung cancer into one convenient resource. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Dynamics Of Cancer: Mathematical Foundations Of Oncology Dominik Wodarz, Natalia Komarova, 2014-04-24 The book aims to provide an introduction to mathematical models that describe the dynamics of tumor growth and the evolution of tumor cells. It can be used as a textbook for advanced undergraduate or graduate courses, and also serves as a reference book for researchers. The book has a strong evolutionary component and reflects the viewpoint that cancer can be understood rationally through a combination of mathematical and biological tools. It can be used both by mathematicians and biologists. Mathematically, the book starts with relatively simple ordinary differential equation models, and subsequently explores more complex stochastic and spatial models. Biologically, the book starts with explorations of the basic dynamics of tumor growth, including competitive interactions among cells, and subsequently moves on to the evolutionary dynamics of cancer cells, including scenarios of cancer initiation, progression, and treatment. The book finishes with a discussion of advanced topics, which describe how some of the mathematical concepts can be used to gain insights into a variety of questions, such as epigenetics, telomeres, gene therapy, and social interactions of cancer cells. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: World Cancer Report WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION: REGIONAL OFFICE FOR EUROPE., 2020 World Cancer Report: Cancer Research for Cancer Prevention is a multidisciplinary publication, with leading international scientists as authors and reviewers. More than 60 different chapters describe multiple aspects of cancer prevention and the research that underpins prevention, focusing on research activity during the past 5 years. Starting with the latest trends in cancer incidence and mortality worldwide, this publication provides wide-ranging insights into cancer prevention based on the known causes of cancer, factors that determine how cancer develops, and the behaviour of different tumour types, and presents a broad scope of interventions to reduce the cancer burden from a global perspective, including addressing inequalities that affect cancer prevention. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Cancer in Thailand World Health Organization, 1999 Presents data on cancer incidence gathered from five population-based cancer registries in different regions of Thailand and compares these data with data on cancer incidence from other parts of the world. Apart from offering a comprehensive overview of cancer incidence in Thailand, the book uncovers a number of geographical differences in incidence, suggesting important behavioral, environmental, or industrial risk factors that deserve further study. Survival data from two registries are also presented and discussed. The opening chapters provide background information about the country and its population, describe the sources of data maintained in the five registries, and discuss the methods of data coding and analysis used in the study. Against this background, results are presented separately for each of 15 cancers and for childhood cancer. For each cancer, the number of cases registered in 1992-1994 is shown by sex, with age-specific incidence rates and some summary rates. The study uncovered striking geographical variations in the incidence of specific cancers. For the country as a whole, the highest incidences were found for cancers of the liver, lung, colon and rectum, oral cavity, bladder, stomach, leukaemia, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and cancers of the nasopharynx and oesophagus. For each cancer, data are set out in numerous tables, compared with findings from other countries and discussed in terms of possible risk factors. Primary cancer of the liver was identified as the leading cancer of males and the third most important cancer in females. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: How Cancer Cured Me David Gira, 2020 |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Who Classification of Tumours of the Lung, Pleura, Thymus and Heart International Agency for Research on Cancer, 2015-03-16 WHO Classification of Tumours of the Lung, Pleura, Thymus and Heart is the seventh volume in the Fourth Edition of the WHO series on histological and genetic typing of human tumors. This authoritative, concise reference book provides an international standard for oncologists and pathologists and will serve as an indispensable guide for use in the design of studies monitoring response to therapy and clinical outcome. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Targeted Therapies in Cancer Marc Lacroix, 2016 Besides surgery, radiation therapy, endocrine therapy or chemotherapy, which were widely used in cancer patients for decades, the 21st century has seen the emergence of targeted therapy, resulting from the identification of molecular pathways in cells and their alterations in tumors. An increasing number of compounds targeting specific molecules or cancer cells have been developed and, for some of them, approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as well as other regulators in EU and Japan Additional new and more efficient types of compounds, are still in clinical trials, but are expected to gain future approval. More than eighty FDA-approved targeted therapies are described here, along with about eighty other promising compounds. These drugs are members of various therapy classes, including tyrosine kinase inhibitors; serine/threonine kinase inhibitors; dual specificity kinase inhibitors; lipid kinase inhibitors; poly ADP ribose polymerase inhibitors; monoclonal antibodies; microtubule targeting agents; histone deacetylase inhibitors; proteasome inhibitors; antimetabolites; immunomodulatory agents; DNA methyltransferase inhibitors; hedgehog pathway inhibitors; enzymes; protein translation inhibitors; vaccines, oncolytic viruses; chimeric antigen receptor T-cells (CAR-T); and so on. A series of companion diagnostics intended to be used as an indication for specific therapies, and approved to this aim are also mentioned. The book aims to present the broad landscape of compounds and companion diagnostics that are expected to pave the way towards a future of hope for cancer patients. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Volume 1 , Advances in Oncology Leonidas C. Platanias, 2021-05 This premier volume of Advances in Oncology highlights the latest findings and updates within the cancer field each year for the practicing oncologist. Advances in Oncology publishes the most current thinking and recent advances from the voice of a truly distinguished editorial board, including Editor-in-Chief Leonidas C. Platanias, who identify current advances and breakthroughs in the field and invite specialists to contribute original articles on these topics. Topics discussed in this first volume are within the areas of radiation oncology, surgical oncology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology, pediatric oncology, neuro-oncology, hemato-oncology, uro-oncology, and gastrointestinal oncology. This volume will appeal to all practicing oncologists and will inform and enhance clinical practice. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Roads to Meaning and Resilience with Cancer: Forty Stories of Coping, Finding Meaning, and Building Resilience While Living with Incurable Lung Cancer Morhaf Al Achkar, 2019-09 The book tells the stories of 39 patients with incurable lung cancer. It aims to help patients, families, and healthcare providers understand the experience of living with cancer. It also invites reflections on the essential questions of meaning, resilience, and coping with adversity in life. The author is a family doctor, teacher, and researcher who is also a stage 4 lung cancer patient himself. He is patient #40. Facing one's mortality, patients with cancer develop an urgency to find meaning in life. They struggle with the illness, its emotional impact, and the consequences of treatments. However, with time, reflection, and support from others, they develop resilience. Cancer patients often are not passive. Instead, they choose different strategies to maintain and restore their health. They also leverage a variety of approaches to cope better with their struggle. The book is for cancer patients who are tarrying at the limits of time. It is also for those who live around patients with cancer: caregivers, families and friends, and health care providers. People who struggle with other illnesses will also find aspects of their story reflected here. Also, the ones who have experienced a crisis of identity will discover elements of their story here as well. By sharing the experiences of the forty authentic individuals, the book opens the space for them to teach others. This book is about the essence of the human experience at its limits. It is for every reader. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Targeted Therapies for Lung Cancer Ravi Salgia, 2019-06-26 This book contextualizes translational research and provides an up to date progress report on therapies that are currently being targeted in lung cancer. It is now well established that there is tremendous heterogeneity among cancer cells both at the inter- and intra-tumoral level. Further, a growing body of work highlights the importance of targeted therapies and personalized medicine in treating cancer patients. In contrast to conventional therapies that are typically administered to the average patient regardless of the patient’s genotype, targeted therapies are tailored to patients with specific traits. Nonetheless, such genetic changes can be disease-specific and/or target specific; thus, the book addresses these issues manifested in the somatically acquired genetic changes of the targeted gene. Each chapter is written by a leading medical oncologist who specializes in thoracic oncology and is devoted to a particular target in a specific indication. Contributors provide an in-depth review of the literature covering the mechanisms underlying signaling, potential cross talk between the target and downstream signaling, and potential emergence of drug resistance. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Updates on Combination Therapy for Lung Cancer Muhammad Abbas, Yu-Shun Yang, Wenjing Ji, Meiqi Shi, 2023-02-03 |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Second Line Treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Clinical; Pathological and Molecular Aspects of Novel Promising Drugs , 2017 Lung cancer still remains a challenging disease with a higher mortality rate in comparison to other cancers. The discovery of oncogene addicted tumours and targeted therapies responsive to these targets lead to a meaningful change in the prognosis of these diseases. Unfortunately, these newer therapeutic options are reserved to a minor part of lung cancer patients harbouring specific mutations. In the so called wild type population, the first line options bring the median overall survival to go beyond 1 year, and in the population receiving the maintenance therapy over 16 months. Given these results, more than 60% of patients may receive a second line therapy with further opportunities to improve the length and quality of life. For patients not harbouring targetable DNA mutations newer options will be available for second line therapeutic schemes and two major assets seem to be promising: immune modulation and anti-angiogenetic agents. In particular, anti PD1/PDL1 antibodies, VEGFR antibodies and TKIs, these latter combined with standard chemotherapy docetaxel advance the median overall survival of 12 months. These drugs have a different mechanism of action, various adverse events and their activity is different depending on the types of population. However, the biomarkers' activity and efficacy prediction are not fully or totally understood. In addition, also for patients with DNA targetable mutations new drugs seems to be promising for the use in the second line therapeutic protocols. In particular, drugs selectively directed against ALK translocation and mutational events and EGFR T790M secondary mutations seems to be very promising. In this Research Topic we critically discuss the older therapies and the historical development of second line, putting in to perspective the new agents available in clinical practice. We discuss their importance from a clinical point of view, but also consider and exploit the complex molecular mechanisms responsible of their efficacy or of the subsequently observed resistance phenomena. In this perspective, the undercovering and characterization of novel predictive biomarkers by NGS technology, the characterization of novel actors in the signal transduction pathway modulating the response of the cells, the optimization of new diagnostic tool as the evaluation of liquid biopsy and the implementation of more suitable pre-clinical models are crucial aspects dissected too. Nivolumab, nintedanib and ramucirumab probably will give the opportunity to improve the efficacy outcomes for the treatment of wild type tumours in second line therapeutic schemes, but many aspects should be debated in order that these agents are made available to patients, planning ahead a therapeutic strategy, beginning from the first line therapy, to the subsequent ones in a logical and affordable manner. As well, for treatment of mutated tumours, mutated EGFR irreversible inhibitors such as rociletinib and AZD9291, and ALK targeting drugs ceritinib and alectinib will also play an important role in the immediate future. Probably the right way is to give all the available opportunities to patients, but challenges and pitfalls should be carefully debated, and by launching this Research Topic we tried to give some practical insights in this changing landscape. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Guide to Targeted Therapies: Treatment Resistance in Lung Cancer Federico Cappuzzo, 2015-10-15 This text is a concise and up-to-date review, which discusses the background, development and mechanisms of resistance, testing methods and technology, current and emerging therapies and resources that clinicians can provide to their patients. Busy healthcare professionals who want a quick review of treatment resistance in lung cancer as well as a summary of current therapies will benefit from this succinct guide. |
| alk positive lung cancer targeted therapy: Targeted Therapies for Solid Tumors Antonio Russo, Rafael Rosell, Christian Rolfo, 2015-03-11 This volume provides readers a comprehensive and state-of-the-art overview about the range of applications of targeted therapies for solid tumors. The sections of the book have been structured to review the oncogene addicted tumors, the pharmacology and clinical development of new molecularly targeted agents, the use of biomarkers as prognostic, predictive and surrogate endpoints, and the evaluation of tumor response and specific malignancies treated with targeted agents. The book also covers some of the newest developments in cancer therapy that are not adequately covered by any current available literature. Written by recognized experts in the field, Targeted Therapies for Solid Tumors: A Handbook for Moving Toward New Frontiers in Cancer Treatment provides a unique and valuable resource in the field of molecular oncology, both for those currently in training, and for those already in clinical or research practice. |
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