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UNICORN Study: Osimertinib and Other Emerging Treatments for Uncommon EGFR Mutations
December 27th 2023Insights into how the UNICORN study, which assessed osimertinib, is impacting treatment decisions for uncommon EGFR mutations, and other ongoing trials shedding light on effective treatments for this patient population.
Navigating Post-Afatinib Progression: Treatment Sequencing Strategies in NSCLC
December 20th 2023Expert insights on sequencing treatment options for patients with uncommon EGFR mutations who have progressed on afatinib, emphasizing clinical trial considerations, biomarker testing, and emerging therapeutic approaches.
Socioeconomic Factors Are Associated With Disparities in Germline Testing in Pancreatic Cancer
Daniel King, MD, PhD, discusses the results of an institutional review evaluating socioeconomic factors associated with disparities for germline genetic testing in patients with pancreatic adenocarcinoma, why germline testing is necessary for thi population, and how he is addressing gaps in germline testing in his own practice.
Dr. Esteva on the Impact of Subcutaneous Pertuzumab/Trastuzumab in HER2+ Breast Cancer
November 8th 2021Francisco Javier Esteva, MD, PhD, discusses the clinical implications of the fixed-dose regimen comprised of subcutaneous trastuzumab and pertuzumab in the treatment of patients with HER2-positive breast cancer.