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A phase 1 trial of folinic acid, fluorouracil, oxaliplatin, bevacizumab, botensilimab, balstilimab (FOLFOX-3B) in microsatellite stable metastatic colorectal cancer. (Level 1, West Hall; Poster Bd #: G18) - Dec 17, 2024 - Abstract #ASCOGI2025ASCO_GI_841; P1/2 Clinical Trial Registration Number: NCT05627635. The abstract will be released to the public on January 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM UTC
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Antihypertensive medications, particularly those belonging to the pharmacological classes of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blockers, and calcium channel blockers, are commonly prescribed and have well-established safety profiles, particularly among patients with pancreatic cancer who are affected by multiple comorbidities. Therefore, we emphasize the preclinical and clinical evidence supporting the use of antihypertensive agents in the treatment of pancreatic cancer, emphasizing their beneficial chemosensitizing effects.
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Biomarker, Journal, Tumor microenvironment, PD(L)-1 Biomarker, IO biomarker, Metastases: Identification of prognostic tumor microenvironment in patients with advanced hepatocellular carcinoma treated with hepatic arterial infusion chemotherapy combined with lenvatinib and PD-1 inhibitors. (Pubmed Central) - Dec 13, 2024 The differences in the initial TME of patients, especially in tumor-infiltrating T lymphocytes, may be potential biomarkers for predicting response and prognosis. This finding provides clues to search for biomarkers for this triple combination therapy in advanced HCC.
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Journal: Primary Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Gallbladder: Case Report. (Pubmed Central) - Dec 12, 2024 After 2?months, liver metastasis was diagnosed, and a chemotherapy regimen consisting of gemcitabine, cisplatin, and pembrolizumab was started...There is no consensus about the best adjuvant treatment. The results obtained from this patient might help elucidate the role of adjuvant therapies in treating this rare case report.
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Journal: Accidental methotrexate overdose leading to multisystem toxicity: A case report. (Pubmed Central) - Dec 6, 2024 This case was one of severe Methotrexate poisoning, leading to profound systemic toxicity. Thus, timely recognition, immediate drug withdrawal, and aggressive supportive care comprising Folinic Acid therapy and hydration played a major role in this patient's management.
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