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Erschienen in: Journal of Gastrointestinal Cancer 2/2012

01.06.2012 | Brief Communication

Sorafenib and Radiation Therapy for the Treatment of Advanced Hepatocellular Carcinoma

verfasst von: Anne M. Horgan, Laura A. Dawson, Anand Swaminath, Jennifer J. Knox

Erschienen in: Journal of Gastrointestinal Cancer | Ausgabe 2/2012

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Abstract

Introduction

Treatment options for advanced hepatocellular cancer (HCC) are limited. Sorafenib, an orally active multi-kinase inhibitor, is the only systemic agent with a survival benefit in randomized studies. However, the gain in survival is modest and new treatment strategies are needed.

Clinical cases

We report two cases of advanced HCC treated with a combination of sorafenib and radiation therapy. Impressive and sustained clinical and radiological responses were seen. Treatment was well-tolerated in both cases with no unexpected toxicities reported.

Discussion

There is sound rationale for the combination of sorafenib and radiation therapy for treatment of HCC. These two cases suggest both feasibility and efficacy of this combination, in selected patients. Prospective studies addressing this combination are ongoing.
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Metadaten
Titel
Sorafenib and Radiation Therapy for the Treatment of Advanced Hepatocellular Carcinoma
verfasst von
Anne M. Horgan
Laura A. Dawson
Anand Swaminath
Jennifer J. Knox
Publikationsdatum
01.06.2012
Verlag
Springer US
Erschienen in
Journal of Gastrointestinal Cancer / Ausgabe 2/2012
Print ISSN: 1941-6628
Elektronische ISSN: 1941-6636
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12029-010-9194-4

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