Jordyn Sava is an editor for Targeted Oncology.
FDA Lifts Clinical Holds Placed on 3 CAR T-cell Therapy Trials
The FDA has lifted clinical holds on trials of zevor-cel, satri-cel, and CT071, and trials will now resume in the US.
Treatment Delays in Multiple Myeloma Highlight Racial and Age Disparities
Hamlet Gasoyan, MD, discussed the implications of a multiple myeloma study’s findings and their potential impact on clinical practice and patient outcomes.
Uproleselan With Chemo Fails to Improve EFS in Older Patients With AML
A phase 2/3 study investigating uproleselan with standard 7+3 chemotherapy in newly diagnosed, older patients with acute myeloid leukemia did not achieve the primary end point of improved event-free survival.
Investigational Studies in MDS: Exploring Promising Therapies
David Sallman, MD, discussed the challenges and new studies of high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome therapies.
FDA's October 2024 Highlights: Advancing Treatments in Oncology
Here is a look back on all the FDA happenings from the month of October 2024.
The Changing Landscape of Ph-Positive ALL
In an interview with Targeted Oncology, Josep Maria Ribera, MD, PhD, discussed the evolving treatment protocols for Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
RCC Abstracts Show Gaps in ASCO’s Language of Respect Guidelines
Nazli Dizman, MD, discussed the current measures for enforcing ASCO’s language of respect guidelines in the renal cell carcinoma space.
Navigating ESR1 Mutations in HR-Positive Breast Cancer With Dr Wander
In this episode of Targeted Talks, Seth Wander, MD, PhD, discusses the clinical importance of ESR1 mutations in HR-positive metastatic breast cancer and how these mutations influence treatment approaches.
Personalized Approaches and Emerging Therapies Transform Thyroid Cancer Treatment
Noah S. Kalman, MD, MBA, highlighted advancements in thyroid cancer treatment, emphasizing personalized therapies, molecular testing, and optimizing traditional approaches.
FDA Issues Warning on BioZorb Markers After Recall Due to Patient Complications
Providers advised to halt use, monitor patients, and report any complications with BioZorb devices to the FDA.
Ready-to-Use 3-Month Leuprolide Depot Formulation Nears FDA Approval
A new drug application for a 3-month depot formulation of leuprolide mesylate has been submitted to the FDA.
Tapotoclax Shows Manageable Safety, Limited Efficacy in High-Risk MDS After HMA Therapy
A phase 1 study of tapotoclax in high-risk myelodysplastic syndromes demonstrated the agent was tolerable but showed limited efficacy.
Pembrolizumab Plus Chemotherapy Enhances Outcomes in Early-Stage TNBC
In an interview with Targeted Oncology, Peter Schmid, MD, PhD, discussed the results from the phase 3 KEYNOTE-522 trial.
FDA Approves Asciminib in Newly Diagnosed Ph+ CML in Chronic Phase
Asciminib has gained accelerated approval from the FDA for the treatment of patients with newly diagnosed Philadelphia chromosome-positive chronic myeloid leukemia in chronic phase.
Exploring the Benefits of Nab-Sirolimus in Advanced PEComa Treatment
In an interview with Targeted Oncology, Jacob Stein, MD, MPH, discussed nab-sirolimus and its impact on patients with advanced PEComa.
Investigational FGFR3-Selective Inhibitor Shows Promise in Urothelial Cancer
TYRA-300 showed promising safety and preliminary antitumor activity in FGFR3-altered metastatic urothelial cancer, with a 54.5% partial response rate and 100% disease control in the SURF301 trial.
FDA Fast Tracks HC-7366 in Relapsed/Refractory Acute Myeloid Leukemia
The FDA granted fast track status to HC-7366 for relapsed/refractory AML treatment.
Lenvatinib/Pembrolizumab/TACE Regimen Improves PFS in Intermediate-Stage HCC
Josep M. Llovet, MD, PhD, discussed the updated data from the LEAP-012 trial in intermediate-stage hepatocellular carcinoma.
Developing a Malignant Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplant APP Fellowship
Janelle Vicens, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, and Sandra Sepulveda, AGPNP-BC, MSN, BMTCN, discussed what went into developing this Malignant Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplant APP Fellowship.
The Present and Future of Endocrine Therapy in Breast Cancer
In an interview with Targeted Oncology, Erika Hamilton, MD, discussed emerging endocrine therapies that are advancing breast cancer treatment.
FDA Grants Priority Review for TLX101-CDx PET Imaging Agent in Glioma
The FDA accepted the new drug application for TLX101-CDx and granted priority review to the agent in glioma.
Breakthroughs and Challenges in BCL-2 Inhibitor Therapy for CLL Treatment
John Seymour, MD, discusses the development and clinical application of BCL-2 inhibitors for the treatment of CLL.
AI and Deep Learning Revolutionize Radiation Oncology
In an interview with Targeted Oncology, Hina Saeed, MD, discussed how AI and radiomics are changing the landscape of radiation oncology.
FDA Accepts NDA Resubmission of Rivoceranib and Camrelizumab in HCC
The new drug application resubmission of rivoceranib/camrelizumab in the first line in unresectable or metastatic hepatocellular carcinoma is supported by the final survival analysis of CARES-310 trial.
FDA Approves Companion Diagnostic for Vorasidenib in IDH-Mutant Glioma
The FDA has approved the Ion Torrent Oncomine Dx Target Test as a companion diagnostic to identify patients eligible for treatment with vorasidenib.
FREEDOM2 Trial Shows Fedratinib’s Efficacy and Safety in Myelofibrosis
The FREEDOM2 study demonstrates that fedratinib is an effective second-line treatment for myelofibrosis after ruxolitinib failure or intolerance.
Turning Inspiration Into Innovation: Hazim’s Impact on Oncology
Antonious Hazim, MD, shares insights on his journey into oncology, his experiences at the Mayo Clinic, and his ongoing research.
FDA Grants Rare Pediatric Disease Designation to Galinpepimut-S in AML
The FDA granted galinpepimut-S a rare pediatric disease designation for the treatment of pediatric patients with acute myeloid leukemia.
Acclaim-3 Trial Escalates Quaratusugene Ozeplasmid/Atezolizumab Dosing in SCLC
The 0.09 mg/kg dose group of the phase 1 dose-escalation portion of the Acclaim-3 study in extensive-stage small cell lung cancer is completed.
FDA Oks Optune Lua for Use With PD-1/PD-L1 Inhibitors in Metastatic NSCLC
Following promising results from the phase 3 LUNAR trial, the FDA has approved Optune Lua for use with PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors or docetaxel in patients with metastatic non–small cell lung cancer.