Interdisciplinary Consultations

In this Oncology Learning Network feature, we bridge the gap between oncologists and other members of the interdisciplinary care team by providing expert insights and updates on the latest research in cancer diagnostics, symptoms management, and patient support.

Recent News

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Datopotamab Deruxtecan Approved for HR-Positive, HER2-Negative Breast Cancer

01/17/2025

Allison Casey ;

The US Food and Drug Administration approved datopotamab deruxtecan for the treatment of patients with unresectable or metastatic, HR-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer who have received prior endocrine-based therapy and chemotherapy in...

The US Food and Drug...

01/17/2025

Oncology

FDA Alerts

Sotorasib Plus Panitumumab Approved for Patients With KRAS G12C-Mutated Colorectal Cancer

01/17/2025

Stephanie Holland ;

Based on results from the phase 3 CodeBreaK 300 trial, the FDA has approved sotorasib plus panitumumab for adult patients with KRAS G12C-mutated metastatic colorectal cancer.

Based on results from the phase...

01/17/2025

Oncology

FDA Approval

FDA Approves Acalabrutinib With Bendamustine and Rituximab for Patients With Previously Untreated MCL

01/17/2025

Gina Tomaine ;

The FDA granted approval to acalabrutinib with bendamustine and rituximab for patients with previously untreated mantle cell lymphoma ineligible for autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.

The FDA granted approval to...

01/17/2025

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Presence of Circulating Lymphoma Cells May Be Associated With Worse Survival Outcomes for Newly Diagnosed Patients With DLBCL

01/16/2025

Emily Estrada ;

Inferior survival outcomes are associated with presence of circulating lymphoma cells at time of de novo diffuse large B-cell lymphoma diagnosis, according to results from a retrospective cohort study.

Inferior survival outcomes are...

01/16/2025

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Ciltacabtagene Autoleucel Demonstrates Efficacy for Patients With R/R Multiple Myeloma in Real-World Population

01/15/2025

Emily Estrada ;

Treatment with ciltacabtagene autoleucel for relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma demonstrated feasibility and efficacy in a real-world setting, according to recent study results.

Treatment with ciltacabtagene...

01/15/2025

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Addition of Nab-Paclitaxel to Standard Gemcitabine and Cisplatin Did Not Significantly Improve Survival for Patients With Newly Diagnosed Biliary Tract Cancer

01/14/2025

Stephanie Holland ;

According to results from the phase 3 SWOG-S1815 study, the addition of nab-paclitaxel to gemcitabine plus cisplatin did not significantly improve survival outcomes for patients with newly diagnosed advanced biliary tract cancer.

According to results from the...

01/14/2025

Oncology

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First-line Eribulin Plus Trastuzumab and Pertuzumab for Patients With HER2-Positive Locally Advanced or Metastatic Breast Cancer

01/14/2025

Stephanie Holland ;

According to results from the phase 3 EMERALD trial, eribulin plus trastuzumab and pertuzumab demonstrated promising efficacy as a first-line option for patients with HER2-positive locally advanced or metastatic breast cancer.

According to results from the...

01/14/2025

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Avelumab Plus Axitinib Demonstrates Long-Term Efficacy, Safety for Patients With Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma

01/08/2025

Stephanie Holland ;

Final results from the phase 3 JAVELIN Renal 101 trial demonstrated that avelumab plus axitinib showed long-term efficacy and safety among patients with previously untreated advanced renal cell carcinoma.

Final results from the phase 3...

01/08/2025

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Neratinib Demonstrates Promising Efficacy for Patients With EGFR-Mutated Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

01/08/2025

Stephanie Holland ;

According to results from the phase 2 SUMMIT basket trial, neratinib demonstrated promising efficacy among patients with EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer.

According to results from the...

01/08/2025

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Nivolumab Plus Ipilimumab Prolonged Progression-Free Survival for Patients with MSI-H/dMMR Metastatic Colorectal Cancer

01/06/2025

Stephanie Holland ;

Interim analysis results from the phase 3 CheckMate 8HW trial demonstrated that nivolumab plus ipilimumab prolonged progression-free survival compared to chemotherapy alone among patients with microsatellite instability-high or mismatch...

Interim analysis results from...

01/06/2025

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