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1d
Increased Cardiovascular Risk With Lorlatinib in Patients With ALK-Mutated Lung Cancer: A Real-World Comparative Study. (PubMed, J Am Heart Assoc)
These findings underscore the importance of routine cardiovascular monitoring, particularly in older patients and those with atrial arrhythmias.
Journal • Real-world evidence
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ALK (Anaplastic lymphoma kinase) • ROS1 (Proto-Oncogene Tyrosine-Protein Kinase ROS)
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ALK rearrangement • ALK mutation
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Alecensa (alectinib) • Lorbrena (lorlatinib) • Alunbrig (brigatinib)
1d
Ceritinib overcomes proteasome inhibitor resistance in multiple myeloma by suppressing the protein folding response. (PubMed, Haematologica)
This disruption results in enhanced accumulation of protein aggregates, increased protein polyubiquitination, endoplasmic reticulum stress, and activation of apoptotic pathways. Collectively, our findings support the repurposing of ceritinib in combination with carfilzomib as a translationally relevant and safe strategy to circumvent PI resistance in MM, warranting further clinical investigation in the relapsed/refractory disease setting.
Journal
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ALK (Anaplastic lymphoma kinase) • IGF1 (Insulin-like growth factor 1) • IR (Insulin receptor)
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Zykadia (ceritinib) • carfilzomib
2d
MatchMel: Molecular Profiling and Matched Targeted Therapy for Patients With Unresectable Advanced or Metastatic Melanoma (clinicaltrials.gov)
P2, N=200, Completed, Melanoma Institute Australia | Active, not recruiting --> Completed | N=1000 --> 200 | Trial completion date: Dec 2028 --> Dec 2025
Trial completion • Enrollment change • Trial completion date
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Mekinist (trametinib) • pazopanib • Zykadia (ceritinib) • Kisqali (ribociclib)
2d
Alectinib versus crizotinib as the first-line treatment in patients with advanced ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer: a Chinese real-world cohort study. (PubMed, Transl Lung Cancer Res)
While the presence of bone, liver, and adrenal metastasis were independent risk factors for OS. Alectinib is recommended over crizotinib in the treatment of patients with ALK-positive NSCLC.
Journal • Real-world evidence
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ALK (Anaplastic lymphoma kinase)
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ALK positive • ALK fusion
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Xalkori (crizotinib) • Alecensa (alectinib)
2d
Real-world first-line outcomes of alectinib and brigatinib in anaplastic lymphoma kinase-positive non-small cell lung cancer: a nationwide South Korean cohort study using the health insurance review and assessment data. (PubMed, Transl Lung Cancer Res)
Transition to lorlatinib was associated with extended survival in both groups, reflecting its use as a later-line therapy following resistance. Alectinib demonstrated superior disease control in terms of PFS. Further research is warranted to optimize treatment sequence strategies for ALK inhibitors.
Reimbursement • US reimbursement • Journal • Real-world evidence
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ALK (Anaplastic lymphoma kinase)
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ALK positive
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Alecensa (alectinib) • Lorbrena (lorlatinib) • Alunbrig (brigatinib)
3d
Perioperative Treatment of Lung Cancer:Historical Developments, Current Evidence, and Future Perspectives (PubMed, Kyobu Geka)
ICIs have become a standard component for resectable stageⅡ-Ⅲ NSCLC, while osimertinib and alectinib established new standards for EGFR- and ALK-positive tumors, respectively. Remaining challenges include optimal patient selection, integration with surgery, and biomarker development. Future directions point to personalized strategies incorporating circulating tumor deoxyribonucleic acid (ctDNA) monitoring and novel therapies to further enhance prognosis in resectable NSCLC.
Journal • IO biomarker
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EGFR (Epidermal growth factor receptor) • ALK (Anaplastic lymphoma kinase)
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ALK positive
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Tagrisso (osimertinib) • Alecensa (alectinib)
4d
Navigating Management of Spindle Cell/Sclerosing Rhabdomyosarcoma With FUS::TFCP2 Fusion in the Era of Targeted Therapy. (PubMed, J Pediatr Hematol Oncol)
We report a case of mandibular ssRMS with FUS-TFCP2 fusion treated with the third-generation ALK inhibitor Lorlatinib, resulting in a marked clinical response. We also review the potential utility of ALK-targeted therapies in managing FUS-TFCP2 fusion-positive ssRMS and support further exploration of ALK inhibition in this subset.
Journal
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FUS (FUS RNA Binding Protein) • TFCP2 (Transcription Factor CP2)
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ALK positive • ALK fusion
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Lorbrena (lorlatinib)
4d
Managing lorlatinib-induced weight gain through a structured exercise intervention in an ALK+ NSCLC patient: a case report. (PubMed, Front Oncol)
Among the patient-reported outcomes, different domains of quality of life improved. This case may represent the backbone for further interventional studies aimed at determining the real efficacy of exercise intervention in preventing or controlling weight gain in this population.
Journal
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ALK (Anaplastic lymphoma kinase)
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ALK rearrangement
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Lorbrena (lorlatinib)
5d
Detection of Targetable Genetic Alterations in SMARCA4-Deficient Neoplasms of the Lung - Further Evidence of a Relationship Between SMARCA4-Deficient Undifferentiated Tumor and Non-Small Cell Carcinoma. (PubMed, Hum Pathol)
The patient with EML4::ALK fusion was treated with alectinib with partial response...These finding further suggest that SMARCA4d-UT and carcinomas with SMARCA4 loss may be on the same spectrum of disease, and accurate histologic distinction between these lesions may be challenging. A unified terminology may be beneficial for appropriate diagnosis and treatment.
Journal • PD(L)-1 Biomarker • IO biomarker
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EGFR (Epidermal growth factor receptor) • PD-L1 (Programmed death ligand 1) • KRAS (KRAS proto-oncogene GTPase) • BRAF (B-raf proto-oncogene) • ALK (Anaplastic lymphoma kinase) • EML4 (EMAP Like 4) • FGFR1 (Fibroblast growth factor receptor 1) • MAP2K1 (Mitogen-activated protein kinase kinase 1) • SMARCA4 (SWI/SNF related, matrix associated, actin dependent regulator of chromatin, subfamily A, member 4)
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KRAS mutation • EGFR mutation • PD-L1 overexpression • ALK fusion • BRAF fusion
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Alecensa (alectinib)
7d
Briga-PED: Brigatinib in Pediatric and Young Adult Patients With ALK+ ALCL, IMT or Other Solid Tumors (clinicaltrials.gov)
P1/2, N=65, Recruiting, Princess Maxima Center for Pediatric Oncology | Trial completion date: Dec 2030 --> Dec 2033 | Trial primary completion date: Dec 2029 --> Dec 2033
Trial completion date • Trial primary completion date
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ALK fusion • ALK mutation
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Alunbrig (brigatinib)
7d
Long-Term Safety and Management of Adverse Events Associated With Lorlatinib in ALK-Positive Metastatic NSCLC: A Fictional Case Study. (PubMed, J Adv Pract Oncol)
These results, along with the extended intracranial efficacy and consistent safety profile of long-term lorlatinib treatment, are unprecedented in patients with ALK-positive mNSCLC. This Grand Rounds article summarizes the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of lorlatinib after 5 years and includes a fictional patient case to demonstrate how advanced practice providers contribute to personalized patient care and the identification and management of adverse events.
Journal • Adverse events
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ALK (Anaplastic lymphoma kinase)
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ALK positive • ALK rearrangement
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Lorbrena (lorlatinib)
8d
Survival outcomes of alectinib in postoperative recurrent ALK-rearranged lung cancer. (PubMed, Surg Today)
These findings suggest that targeted therapy for recurrence is a valuable treatment strategy. Prospective studies are warranted to determine the optimal timing for ALK-TKI initiation.
Journal
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ALK (Anaplastic lymphoma kinase)
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ALK rearrangement
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Alecensa (alectinib)