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Liu W, Meyer L, Morse M, Li Y, Song J, Engle R, Lopez G, Narayanan S, Soliman PT, Ramondetta L, Bruera E, Cohen L. Dietary Magnesium Replacement for Prevention of Hypomagnesemia in Patients With Ovarian Cancer Receiving Carboplatin-Based Chemotherapy. JCO Oncol Pract 2024; 20:517-524. [PMID: 38301188 DOI: 10.1200/op.23.00660] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2023] [Revised: 12/04/2023] [Accepted: 12/15/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2024] Open
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PURPOSE Hypomagnesemia is a common side effect of platinum-based chemotherapy and predicts poor overall survival in some cancers. Standard magnesium replacement strategies are often inadequate for maintaining magnesium levels. We hypothesized that a daily dietary magnesium replacement approach through magnesium-rich foods would help maintain adequate magnesium levels during platinum-based treatment. MATERIALS AND METHODS We conducted a prospective feasibility study of magnesium-rich diets in patients 18 years and older with previously untreated ovarian cancer scheduled to receive carboplatin-containing chemotherapy of at least six consecutive cycles. Education about magnesium-rich diets was provided at enrollment and then weekly during chemotherapy. Feasibility was defined as ≥60% completion of dietary recalls and ≥280 mg average daily dietary magnesium intake across all patients. RESULTS Twenty-one of 26 patients enrolled completed at least five chemotherapy cycles and were included in the analysis. Adherence to the study diet was 76%. Daily dietary magnesium intake was 100.5 mg at baseline and increased throughout each cycle: 6% of patients at baseline, 24% after the first cycle, and 67% after the fifth cycle reached ≥280-mg/day magnesium intake. Seven (33%) of 21 had at least one incident of hypomagnesemia. Patients who were adherent had significantly lower incidence of hypomagnesemia (19% v 80%, P = .03) and less need for intravenous magnesium (6% v 60%, P = .03) than those who were nonadherent. CONCLUSION The study achieved primary feasibility objectives of retention and adherence to the study intervention. Weekly education about magnesium-rich diets was effective in increasing dietary magnesium intake. Adequate dietary magnesium appeared to be protective against hypomagnesemia.
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- Wenli Liu
- Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
- Integrative Medicine Clinic, Houston, TX
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
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- Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
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- Department of Biostatistics, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
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- Department of Biostatistics, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
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- Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
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- Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
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- Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
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- Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
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- Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
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Yanagita M, Muto S, Nishiyama H, Ando Y, Hirata S, Doi K, Fujiwara Y, Hanafusa N, Hatta T, Hoshino J, Ichioka S, Inoue T, Ishikura K, Kato T, Kitamura H, Kobayashi Y, Koizumi Y, Kondoh C, Matsubara T, Matsubara K, Matsumoto K, Okuda Y, Okumura Y, Sakaida E, Shibagaki Y, Shimodaira H, Takano N, Uchida A, Yakushijin K, Yamamoto T, Yamamoto K, Yasuda Y, Oya M, Okada H, Nangaku M, Kashihara N. Clinical questions and good practice statements of clinical practice guidelines for management of kidney injury during anticancer drug therapy 2022. Clin Exp Nephrol 2024; 28:85-122. [PMID: 37878114 PMCID: PMC10808569 DOI: 10.1007/s10157-023-02415-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/21/2023] [Indexed: 10/26/2023]
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- Motoko Yanagita
- Department of Nephrology, Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto, Japan.
- Institute for the Advanced Study of Human Biology (ASHBi), Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan.
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- Department of Urology, Graduate School of Medicine, Juntendo University, Bunkyo City, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Oncology and Chemotherapy, Nagoya University Hospital, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Academic Education, I and H Co., Ltd, Ashiya, Japan
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- Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, The University of Tokyo Hospital, Bunkyo City, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Oncology, Aichi Cancer Center, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Blood Purification, Tokyo Women's Medical University, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Anjo Kosei Hospital, Anjo, Japan
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- Department of Nephrology, Tokyo Women's Medical University, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Pediatrics, Shiga University of Medical Science, Otsu, Shiga, Japan
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- Department of Renal and Urologic Surgery, International University of Health and Welfare Narita Hospital, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Pediatrics, Kitasato University School of Medicine, Minato, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toyama, Toyama, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Keio University School of Medicine, Minato, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Pharmacy, Seichokai Fuchu Hospital, Izumi, Japan
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- Departments of Medical Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital East, Kashiwa, Japan
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- Department of Nephrology, Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Pharmacy, Wakayama Medical University Hospital, Wakayama, Japan
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- Department of Pediatrics, Kitasato University School of Medicine, Minato, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastrointestinal and Medical Oncology, National Hospital Organization Kyushu Cancer Center, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Hematology, Chiba University Hospital, Chiba, Japan
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- Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, Department of Internal Medicine, Saint Marianna University School of Medicine, Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Division of Medical Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Tohoku Medical and Pharmaceutical University, Sendai, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery (Surgery II), Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Nursing, Seirei Sakura Citizen Hospital, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Medical Oncology and Hematology, Kobe University Hospital, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Pharmacy, The University of Tokyo Hospital, Bunkyo City, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Nephrology, Internal Medicine, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Keio University School of Medicine, Minato, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Nephrology, Saitama Medical University, Saitama, Japan
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- Division of Nephrology and Endocrinology, The University of Tokyo, Bunkyo City, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Nephrology and Hypertension, Kawasaki Medical School, Kurashiki, Japan
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Matsukane R, Isshiki R, Suetsugu K, Minami H, Hata K, Matsuo M, Egashira N, Hirota T, Nakagawa T, Ieiri I. Risk Factors of Cetuximab-Induced Hypomagnesemia and the Effect of Magnesium Prophylaxis in Patients with Head and Neck Cancer: A Retrospective Study. Biol Pharm Bull 2024; 47:732-738. [PMID: 38556358 DOI: 10.1248/bpb.b23-00714] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/02/2024]
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Hypomagnesemia is a characteristic adverse event of cetuximab in patients with head and neck cancer (HNC). However, there is limited information about its prevalence, risk factors, and preventive strategies. This study aimed to investigate the risk factors of hypomagnesemia and examine the preventive effects of prophylactic magnesium (Mg) administration. We initially investigated HNC patients treated with cetuximab between 2013 and 2019. Our institute started prophylactic Mg treatment (20-mEq Mg sulfate administration before cetuximab) in practice during this period. We retrospectively assess the preventive efficacy by comparing patients before and after its implementation. In total, 109 patients were included. In 60 patients without prophylaxis, all-grade and grade ≥2 hypomagnesemia at 3 months occurred in 61.7 and 15.0% of patients. The incidence of hypomagnesemia was not affected by regimens and concomitant medications. In 49 patients treated with prophylactic Mg treatment, there was no significant decrease in the cumulative incidence of hypomagnesemia. However, the preventive Mg treatment eliminated the need for additional Mg repletion to maintain Mg levels in patients treated with paclitaxel + cetuximab. A risk factor in patients without prophylaxis was a low Mg level at pre-treatment (≤2.0 mg/dL) (odds ratio: 6.03, 95% confidence interval: 1.78-20.4, p = 0.004), whereas that in patients with prophylaxis was the number of cetuximab doses (≥10) (odds ratio: 5.50, 95% confidence interval: 1.52-19.87, p = 0.009). In conclusion, a low pre-treatment Mg level was the only risk factor that could be avoided by prophylactic Mg administration. This preventive intervention is recommended for managing cetuximab-induced hypomagnesemia.
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacology and Biopharmaceutics, Graduated School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Kyushu University
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- Department of Pharmacy, Kyushu University Hospital
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University
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- Department of Pharmacy, Kyushu University Hospital
- Department of Clinical Pharmacology and Biopharmaceutics, Graduated School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Kyushu University
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- Department of Pharmacy, Kyushu University Hospital
- Department of Clinical Pharmacology and Biopharmaceutics, Graduated School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Kyushu University
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University
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- Department of Pharmacy, Kyushu University Hospital
- Department of Clinical Pharmacology and Biopharmaceutics, Graduated School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Kyushu University
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Rosner MH, Ha N, Palmer BF, Perazella MA. Acquired Disorders of Hypomagnesemia. Mayo Clin Proc 2023; 98:581-596. [PMID: 36872194 DOI: 10.1016/j.mayocp.2022.12.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2022] [Revised: 12/05/2022] [Accepted: 12/07/2022] [Indexed: 03/06/2023]
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Magnesium disorders are common in clinical practice and when present can manifest clinically as cardiovascular, neuromuscular, or other organ dysfunction. Hypomagnesemia is far more common than hypermagnesemia, which is largely seen in patients with reduced glomerular filtration rates receiving magnesium-containing medications. In addition to inherited disorders of magnesium handling, hypomagnesemia is also seen with excessive gastrointestinal or renal losses and due to medications such as amphotericin B, aminoglycosides, and cisplatin. Laboratory assessment of body magnesium stores largely relies on the measurement of serum magnesium levels that are a poor proxy for total body stores but does correlate with the development of symptoms. Replacement of magnesium can be challenging, with oral replacement strategies being generally more effective at slowly replacing body stores but intravenous replacement being more effective at treating the more life-threatening and severe cases of hypomagnesemia. We conducted a thorough review of the literature using PubMed (1970-2022) and the search terms magnesium, hypomagnesemia, drugs, medications, treatment, and therapy. In the absence of clear data on optimal management of hypomagnesemia, we have made recommendations on magnesium replacement based on our clinical experience.
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- Mitchell H Rosner
- Division of Nephrology, University of Virginia Health, Charlottesville.
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- Division of Nephrology, University of Virginia Health, Charlottesville
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- Division of Nephrology, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas
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- Section of Nephrology, Yale University School of Medicine and Section of Nephrology, West Haven VA Medical Center, West Haven, CT
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Integrating Systematic Reviews into Supportive Care Trial Design: The Rethinking Clinical Trials (REaCT) Program. Curr Oncol 2022; 29:9550-9559. [PMID: 36547164 PMCID: PMC9776426 DOI: 10.3390/curroncol29120750] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2022] [Revised: 11/28/2022] [Accepted: 11/30/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To review the successes and challenges of integrating systematic reviews (SRs) into the Rethinking Clinical Trials (REaCT) Program. METHODS All REaCT program SRs were evaluated and descriptive summaries presented. RESULTS Twenty-two SRs have been performed evaluating standard of care interventions for the management of: breast cancer (n = 15), all tumour sites (n = 4), breast and prostate cancers (n = 2), and prostate cancer (n = 1). The majority of SRs were related to supportive care (n = 14) and survivorship (n = 5) interventions and most (19/22, 86%) confirmed the existence of uncertainty relating to the clinical question addressed in the SR. Most SRs (15/22, 68%) provided specific recommendations for future studies and results were incorporated into peer-reviewed grant applications (n = 6) and clinical trial design (n = 12). In 12/22 of the SRs, the first author was a trainee. All SRs followed PRISMA guidelines. CONCLUSION SRs are important for identifying and confirming clinical equipoise and designing trials. SRs provide an excellent opportunity for trainees to participate in research.
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Awan A, Basulaiman B, Stober C, Clemons M, Fergusson D, Hilton J, Al Ghareeb W, Goodwin R, Ibrahim M, Hutton B, Vandermeer L, Mallick R, Vickers MM. Oral magnesium supplements for cancer treatment-induced hypomagnesemia: Results from a pilot randomized trial. Health Sci Rep 2021; 4:e443. [PMID: 34938893 PMCID: PMC8669698 DOI: 10.1002/hsr2.443] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2021] [Revised: 09/14/2021] [Accepted: 09/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Optimal management of cancer treatment-induced hypomagnesemia (hMg) is not known. We assessed the feasibility of using a novel pragmatic clinical trials model to compare two commonly used oral Mg replacement strategies. METHODS Patients with grade 1 to 3 hMg while receiving either platinum-based chemotherapy or epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitors (EGFRI) were randomized to oral magnesium oxide (MgOx) or oral magnesium citrate (MgCit). The trial methodology utilized the integrated consent model. Feasibility would be successful if; accrual rate was ≥5 patients a month and if measures of patient and physician engagement, were > 50%. Secondary endpoints included; comparison of Mg levels, cardiac arrhythmias, and rates of treatment delay/hospitalizations. RESULTS From July 2016 to December 2017, an average of 1 patient a month was accrued. All 15 eligible and approached patients consented to participate in the study (100% engagement) and 7/15 were randomized to MgOx and 8/15 to MgCit. The percentage of physicians who approached patients for the study was 4 of 6 (66.6% engagement). The mean slope of change in Mg (mmol/L/day) was 0.0022 (95% CI: -0.0001 to 0.0044) for MgOx and 0.0006 (95% CI, -0.0012 to 0.0024) for MgCit (P = .2123). Three patients (20%) required IV magnesium while on the study (2 MgCit and 1 MgOx). Grade 1 diarrhea occurred in 3 patients in the MgCit arm. CONCLUSION Despite oral magnesium tolerability and meeting most of its feasibility endpoints, this study did not meet its target accrual rate. Alternative designs would be necessary for a definitive efficacy study.
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- Arif Awan
- Department of Medicine, Division of Medical OncologyThe Ottawa Hospital Cancer CentreOttawaOntarioCanada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Medical OncologyThe Ottawa Hospital Cancer CentreOttawaOntarioCanada
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- Cancer Therapeutics ProgramOttawa Hospital Research InstituteOttawaOntarioCanada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Medical OncologyThe Ottawa Hospital Cancer CentreOttawaOntarioCanada
- Cancer Therapeutics ProgramOttawa Hospital Research InstituteOttawaOntarioCanada
- Department of MedicineUniversity of OttawaOttawaOntarioCanada
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- Department of MedicineUniversity of OttawaOttawaOntarioCanada
- Clinical Epidemiology ProgramOttawa Hospital Research InstituteOttawaOntarioCanada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Medical OncologyThe Ottawa Hospital Cancer CentreOttawaOntarioCanada
- Cancer Therapeutics ProgramOttawa Hospital Research InstituteOttawaOntarioCanada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Medical OncologyThe Ottawa Hospital Cancer CentreOttawaOntarioCanada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Medical OncologyThe Ottawa Hospital Cancer CentreOttawaOntarioCanada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Medical OncologyThe Ottawa Hospital Cancer CentreOttawaOntarioCanada
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- Clinical Epidemiology ProgramOttawa Hospital Research InstituteOttawaOntarioCanada
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- Cancer Therapeutics ProgramOttawa Hospital Research InstituteOttawaOntarioCanada
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- Clinical Epidemiology ProgramOttawa Hospital Research InstituteOttawaOntarioCanada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Medical OncologyThe Ottawa Hospital Cancer CentreOttawaOntarioCanada
- Department of MedicineUniversity of OttawaOttawaOntarioCanada
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Siddiqui Z, Ahmed S, Vickers M. Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Inhibitor-Induced Hypomagnesaemia: Is There a Best Replacement Strategy? EUROPEAN MEDICAL JOURNAL 2021. [DOI: 10.33590/emj/21-00083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Monoclonal antibodies targeting the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFRI), such as cetuximab and panitumumab, are commonly used systemic therapies for advanced colorectal and head and neck cancers. Hypomagnesaemia is a common side effect of these therapies and occurs in up to 30% of patients. Interruption of EGFR signalling in the distal convoluted tubule leads to inactivation of the transcellular transporter transient receptor potential channel melastatin member 6 and increased renal magnesium excretion. This paper describes the incidence, risk factors, and the emerging management options for EGFRI-induced hypomagnesaemia.
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- Zeba Siddiqui
- Department of Medicine, The Ottawa Hospital, Ottawa, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, The Ottawa Hospital, Ottawa, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Medical Oncology, The Ottawa Hospital, Ottawa, Canada
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Liu W, Qdaisat A, Ferrarotto R, Fuller CD, Guo M, Meyer LA, Narayanan S, Lopez G, Cohen L, Bruera E, Hanna EY, Yeung SCJ. Hypomagnesemia and survival in patients with head and neck cancers who received primary concurrent chemoradiation. Cancer 2020; 127:528-534. [PMID: 33085092 DOI: 10.1002/cncr.33283] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2020] [Revised: 08/24/2020] [Accepted: 09/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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BACKGROUND Prior research has confirmed that persistent hypomagnesemia was predictive of shorter survival among patients with ovarian cancer who received carboplatin-based chemotherapy. In the current retrospective study, the authors examined the association between hypomagnesemia and survival in patients with head and neck cancer who received concurrent chemoradiation with weekly infusions of cisplatin and/or carboplatin. METHODS Patients with head and neck cancers who had undergone chemoradiation with cisplatin and/or carboplatin between January 1, 2010, and December 31, 2014, were included. Patients were aged ≥18 years with pathology of squamous cell carcinoma of the larynx, oral cavity, or oropharynx who had received at least 30 fractions of radiotherapy with concurrent weekly cisplatin and/or carboplatin. Pathology features, laboratory results, Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group performance status, social histories, and survival were recorded. The association between hypomagnesemia and survival was analyzed controlling for known prognostic factors. RESULTS The final cohort consisted of 439 patients with a median age of 59 years. A greater frequency of hypomagnesemia during the treatment course was found to be significantly associated with shorter survival (hazard ratio [HR], 1.13; P = .033) independent of age (HR, 1.65; P = .042), cancer site (nonoropharynx vs oropharynx: HR, 2.15 [P = .003]), Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group performance status (>1 vs ≤1: HR, 2.64 [P < .001]), and smoking history (smoker vs nonsmoker: HR, 1.88 [P = .012]). In addition, more severe hypomagnesemia was associated with shorter survival compared with the milder form. CONCLUSIONS The frequency and severity of hypomagnesemia during treatment are prognostic of survival for patients with head and neck cancers who are receiving concurrent chemoradiation with cisplatin and/or carboplatin. A prospective study is needed to investigate the impact of the prevention of hypomagnesemia on survival in this patient population.
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- Wenli Liu
- Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Thoracic Head and Neck Medical Oncology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Head and Neck Surgery, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
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Gaughran G, Qayyum K, Smyth L, Davis A. Carboplatin and hypomagnesemia: Is it really a problem? Asia Pac J Clin Oncol 2020; 17:478-485. [PMID: 33052033 DOI: 10.1111/ajco.13481] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2019] [Accepted: 09/04/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND Carboplatin has largely replaced cisplatin in ovarian/peritoneal/tubal cancer (OC) due to comparable activity and reduced toxicity, particularly nephrotoxicity and hypomagnesemia. Anecdotally hypomagnesemia occurs commonly with carboplatin, however there are limited data available regarding frequency or severity. AIMS To quantify incidence and severity of hypomagnesemia in patients receiving carboplatin-based chemotherapy for OC; to explore a dose-response relationship with carboplatin and assess potential confounding variables. METHODS A retrospective single-center review of all OC patients receiving carboplatin-based chemotherapy as first/subsequent line between 2012 and 2018 was performed. Data on patient/disease characteristics, potential confounders (gastrointestinal/renal impairment, premorbid hypomagnesemia and concomitant medications), dose, electrolytes, and magnesium replacement were collected. RESULTS One hundred four of 144 (72%) patients had at least one hypomagnesemia event, 11 of 104 (11%) grade 2, and 11 of 104 (11%) grade 3/4 in severity. Multivariate analysis showed a significant association between hypomagnesemia and treatment duration (P < .001). Premorbid hypomagnesemia was associated with a significantly longer duration and higher grade of hypomagnesemia (P = .021 and P < .001, respectively). Vomiting, diarrhea, and confounding medications were associated with hypomagnesemia (P = .019 and P = .028, respectively). Fourteen percent of hypomagnesemia events never resolved suggesting a significant cohort post-carboplatin are at risk of long-term renal toxicity. The effect of magnesium replacement could not be accurately assessed due to limited documentation of replacement. CONCLUSION Hypomagnesemia is common in patients receiving carboplatin-based chemotherapy for OC, and although generally mild, a significant minority were severe. Several high-risk groups were identified including patients with premorbid hypomagnesemia, vomiting, diarrhea, or taking certain medications. Further research is warranted to understand when hypomagnesemia is clinically relevant and determine the impact of interventions.
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- Gregory Gaughran
- Department of Medical Oncology, The Canberra Hospital, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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- ANU Medical School, The Australian National University, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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- ANU Medical School, The Australian National University, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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- Department of Medical Oncology, The Canberra Hospital, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.,ANU Medical School, The Australian National University, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Identifying optimal magnesium replenishment points based on risk of severe hypomagnesemia in colorectal cancer patients treated with cetuximab or panitumumab. Cancer Chemother Pharmacol 2020; 86:383-391. [PMID: 32789758 DOI: 10.1007/s00280-020-04126-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2020] [Accepted: 08/08/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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PURPOSE Cetuximab and panitumumab are monoclonal antibodies that target the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR). Treatment with cetuximab and panitumumab commonly causes hypomagnesemia, and optimal management of this adverse effect remains unclear. Here, we evaluated the optimal magnesium replacement points based on the risk of severe hypomagnesemia in colorectal cancer patients who received cetuximab or panitumumab. METHODS We retrospectively evaluated 184 patients who received cetuximab or panitumumab for colorectal cancer at Ogaki Municipal Hospital (Ogaki, Japan) between January 2010 and December 2019. Univariate analyses were conducted to evaluate the relationship between patient baseline characteristics and development of hypomagnesemia following cetuximab or panitumumab treatment. Variables that were significantly associated with hypomagnesemia in the univariate analyses as well as previously reported risk factors were entered into a multivariate logistic regression model. RESULTS The incidence of hypomagnesemia was associated with panitumumab treatment, pre-replenishment serum magnesium concentration, treatment duration, and treatment line. Severe hypomagnesemia post-cetuximab or panitumumab treatment was significantly associated with low baseline magnesium concentrations (< 1.8 mg/dL; odds ratio 18.100, 95% confidence interval 1.570-210.000; p = 0.020) and low serum magnesium concentrations during treatment (< 1.1 mg/dL; odds ratio 93.800, 95% confidence interval 3.510-2510.000; p = 0.007). CONCLUSION To minimize the risk of severe hypomagnesemia during anti-EGFR treatment, magnesium replenishment should be initiated in patients with pre-replenishment concentrations of < 1.8 mg/dL, preferably before reaching intra-treatment concentrations of < 1.1 mg/dL.
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Zhang J, Lin M, Jin Y, Gu L, Li T, Yuan B, Wang B, Wang L, Zhang S, Cao J, Tao Z, Zhang J, Hu X. Cisplatin given at three divided doses for three consecutive days in metastatic breast cancer: an alternative schedule for one full dose with comparable efficacy but less CINV and hypomagnesaemia. Breast Cancer Res Treat 2020; 182:719-726. [PMID: 32524355 DOI: 10.1007/s10549-020-05730-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2020] [Accepted: 06/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE Cisplatin, an effective medication for metastatic breast cancer (MBC), is recommended to be applied at the dose of 75 mg/m2 on day 1 every 3 weeks. However, the 75 mg/m2 schedule is often associated with a variety of side effects (such as vomiting and kidney toxicity), and time-consuming hydration treatment is usually needed. Divided dose (25 mg/m2 on day 1-3) without hydration is an alternative. This study aimed to compare the efficacy and toxicity profiles between these two dosage regimens. METHODS Patients with MBC treated with cisplatin-based regimens in Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center between December 2008 and June 2019 were retrospectively analyzed. Objective response rate (ORR), progression-free survival (PFS), and toxicity profiles were analyzed. RESULTS 227 patients receiving a 1-day schedule and 256 patients receiving a 3-day schedule were included. Median PFS was 6.68 (5.66-7.70) months for patients in the 1-day schedule group and 6.70 (5.89-7.52) months for patients in the 3-day schedule group. There was no statistically significant difference in PFS between the two treatment groups (hazard ratio, 0.942; 95% CI 0.759 to 1.170; P = 0.589). The ORRs were comparable between the two groups. ORRs were 44.9% in 1-day schedule group and 44.5% in 3-day schedule group, respectively (P = 0.929). Compared with patients in the 3-day schedule group, patients in the 1-day schedule group experienced higher rates of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) (139 [61.2%] vs. 132 [51.6%], P = 0.033). The risk of hypomagnesaemia was also significantly higher (43.2% vs. 28.3%, P = 0.016) among patients receiving 1-day schedule (without magnesium supplementation). No other differences in adverse events were observed between the two groups. CONCLUSIONS Cisplatin given at three divided doses with no hydration in MBC is a less toxic (less CINV and hypomagnesaemia) schedule with comparable efficacy. Thus, it may be a good alternative for one full-dose (75 mg/m2) schedule.
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- Jinfeng Zhang
- Department of Medical Oncology, Department of Oncology, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China
- Department of Oncology, Shanghai Fengxian Central Hospital, Branch of The Sixth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 201400, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Department of Oncology, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Department of Oncology, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- The Second Clinical Medical School, Anhui Medical University, Anhui, 230032, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Department of Oncology, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Department of Oncology, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Department of Oncology, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Department of Oncology, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Department of Oncology, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Department of Oncology, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Department of Oncology, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China.
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Department of Oncology, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200032, China.
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Liu W, Qdaisat A, Soliman PT, Ramondetta L, Lopez G, Narayanan S, Zhou S, Cohen L, Bruera E, Yeung SCJ. Hypomagnesemia and Survival in Patients with Ovarian Cancer Who Received Chemotherapy with Carboplatin. Oncologist 2019; 24:e312-e317. [PMID: 30940743 PMCID: PMC6656478 DOI: 10.1634/theoncologist.2018-0465] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2018] [Accepted: 02/27/2019] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Hypomagnesemia is a known side effect of several antineoplastic agents, but its impact on outcomes of patients with cancer is not well understood. We examined whether magnesium abnormalities affect survival in patients with ovarian cancer who receive chemotherapy containing carboplatin. MATERIALS AND METHODS We included patients with advanced ovarian cancer who had undergone surgery and chemotherapy between January 1, 2004, and December 31, 2014, at our institution. Inclusion criteria were age 18 years or older, pathology of high-grade serous carcinoma, first treatment (surgery or chemotherapy) within 60 days of diagnosis, and chemotherapy containing carboplatin. The final cohort consisted of 229 patients. Vital signs and laboratory tests were recorded at baseline and during the treatment course. The associations between magnesium abnormalities (and other clinical characteristics) and survival were analyzed. RESULTS The median patient age was 64 years. Higher baseline heart rate (beats per minute; hazard ratio [HR] = 1.02, p = .002) and greater frequency of hypomagnesemia during the treatment course (HR = 1.05, p = .002) were significantly associated with shorter survival independent of completeness of tumor reduction (HR = 1.60, p = .02), and International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics stage (HR = 1.63, p = .01). CONCLUSION Baseline heart rate and the frequency of hypomagnesemia episodes during treatment are prognostic of survival for patients with advanced ovarian cancer receiving carboplatin-containing chemotherapy and tumor reductive surgery. Future research is needed for strategies to detect and prevent hypomagnesemia in this patient population. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE Despite standard laboratory tests and intravenous magnesium replacement prior to each cycle of chemotherapy, hypomagnesemia remains a common side effect of platinum-based chemotherapy. This study revealed that frequent occurrence of hypomagnesemia during the course of treatment including carboplatin-containing chemotherapy and tumor reductive surgery was strongly predictive of shorter survival in patients with advanced ovarian cancer. Strategies to effectively mitigate hypomagnesemia, such as more frequent detection, dietary recommendations, and timely replacement, should be considered in the overall cancer treatment plan for these patients.
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- Wenli Liu
- Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Palliative, Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
- Department of Endocrine Neoplasia and Hormonal Disorders, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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Thangarasa T, Gotfrit J, Goodwin RA, Tang PA, Clemons M, Imbulgoda A, Vickers MM. Epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitor-induced hypomagnesemia: a survey of practice patterns among Canadian gastrointestinal medical oncologists. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2019; 26:e162-e166. [PMID: 31043822 DOI: 10.3747/co.26.4591] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Background The optimal management of hypomagnesemia (hMg) induced by epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitors (egfris) for advanced colorectal cancer is unclear. We surveyed gastrointestinal medical oncologists in Canada to determine practice patterns for the management of egfri-induced hMg. Methods Based on distribution lists from the Eastern Canadian Colorectal Cancer Consensus Conference and the Western Canadian Gastrointestinal Cancer Consensus Conference, medical oncologists were invited to participate in an online questionnaire between November 2013 and February 2014. Results From the 104 eligible physicians, 40 responses were obtained (38.5%). Panitumumab was more commonly prescribed than cetuximab by 70% of respondents, with 25% prescribing cetuximab and panitumumab equally. Most respondents obtain a serum magnesium level before initiating a patient on an egfri (92.5%) and before every treatment (90%). Most use a reactive strategy for magnesium supplementation (90%) and, when using supplementation, favour intravenous (iv) alone (40%) or iv and oral (45%) dosing. Magnesium sulfate was used for iv replacement, and the most common oral strategies were magnesium oxide (36.4%) and magnesium rougier (18.2%). Under the reactive strategy, intervention occurred at hMg grade 1 (70.3%) or grade 2 (27%). Of the survey respondents, 45% felt that 1-5 of their patients have ever developed symptoms attributable to hMg, and 35% have had to interrupt egfri therapy because of this toxicity, most commonly at grade 3 (30%) or grade 4 (45%) hMg. The most important question about egfri-induced hMg was its relevance to clinical outcomes (45%) and its symptoms (37.5%). Conclusions In Canada, various strategies are used in the management of egfri-induced hMg, including prophylactic and reactive approaches that incorporate iv, oral, or a combination of iv and oral supplementation. Clinicians are concerned about the effect of hMg on clinical outcomes and about the symptoms that patients experience as a result of this toxicity.
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- T Thangarasa
- The Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre and University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON
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- The Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre and University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON
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- The Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre and University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON
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- Tom Baker Cancer Centre and University of Calgary, Calgary, AB
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- The Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre and University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON
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- Jack Ady Cancer Centre and Alberta Health Services, Lethbridge, AB
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- The Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre and University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON
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Grašič Kuhar C, Strojan P, Zadnik V, Zakotnik B. Importance of magnesium sulfate supplementation in the prevention of hypomagnesemia and hypocalcemia during chemoradiation in head and neck cancer. J Trace Elem Med Biol 2018; 50:327-331. [PMID: 30262299 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtemb.2018.07.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2018] [Revised: 06/28/2018] [Accepted: 07/12/2018] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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In advanced squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck, concomitant radiotherapy with cisplatin and/or cetuximab is frequently combined with cisplatin-based induction chemotherapy, which can cause severe hypomagnesemia, hypocalcemia, and hypokalemia. The aim of our study was to analyze the effects of magnesium sulfate supplementation on the incidence of hypomagnesemia, hypokalemia, and hypocalcemia during four cycles of TPF (docetaxel, cisplatin, and 5-fluorouracil) induction chemotherapy followed by concomitant radiotherapy (CRT) with cisplatin and cetuximab. Twenty-five patients included in a phase II prospective study received routine magnesium sulfate infusions before each cycle of cisplatin, and additional supplementation based on laboratory findings. During TPF, the incidence of grade 1/2 and grade 3/4 hypomagnesemia was 16% and 4%, respectively; and increased despite magnesium supplementation during CRT to 72% and 8%, respectively. During TPF, a grade 2 and grade 4 hypocalcemia occurred in 8% and 4%, respectively; and during CRT, it reached 36% (grade 1/2). Grade 1 hypokalemia only was observed during TPF (4%) and CRT (8%). The median amounts of supplemented magnesium sulfate during TPF and CRT were 20 mEq and 50 mEq, respectively. It appears that a low incidence of grade 3/4 hypomagnesemia and hypocalcemia in our patients resulted from intensive magnesium supplementation. Thorough measurements of magnesium and calcium during cisplatin-based chemoradiation protocols in patients with head and neck cancer are crucial in preventing the development of grade 3/4 hypomagnesemia and hypocalcemia.
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- Cvetka Grašič Kuhar
- Institute of Oncology Ljubljana, Department of Medical Oncology, Zaloška 2, Ljubljana, Slovenia.
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- Institute of Oncology Ljubljana, Department of Radiation Oncology, Zaloška 2, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- Institute of Oncology Ljubljana, Epidemiology and Cancer Registry, Zaloška 2, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- Institute of Oncology Ljubljana, Department of Medical Oncology, Zaloška 2, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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Cheminet G, Clain G, Jannot AS, Ranque B, Passeron A, Michon A, De Luna G, Diehl JL, Oudard S, Cellier C, Karras A, Vedié B, Prot-Bertoye C, Pouchot J, Arlet JB. Extreme hypomagnesemia: characteristics of 119 consecutive inpatients. Intern Emerg Med 2018; 13:1201-1209. [PMID: 29951810 DOI: 10.1007/s11739-018-1898-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2018] [Accepted: 06/16/2018] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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Extreme hypomagnesemia (hypoMg) can be encountered in many situations, but little data currently exist. Our aim is to describe the epidemiological, clinical, etiological characteristics, and the biological abnormalities of consecutive inpatients with extreme hypomagnesemia. In our observational monocentric study, between 1st July 2000 and April 2015, all inpatients with extreme hypomagnesemia, defined by at least one plasma magnesium concentration (PMg) below 0.3 mmol/L, were included. Demographic, clinical, biological characteristics and the drugs prescribed before the qualifying PMg measurement were retrospectively collected. 41,069 patients had at least one PMg assessment. The prevalence of extreme hypomagnesemia is 0.3% (119 inpatients). The median age is 70 years, 52% are women. The patients were mainly hospitalized in intensive care (n = 37, 31.1%), oncology (n = 21, 17.6%), gastroenterology (n = 18, 15.1%) and internal medicine (n = 16, 13.4%) departments. One hundred patients (84%) had a medical history of gastrointestinal disease (39% with bowel resections, 24% with stoma), and 50 (42%) had a cancer history. The drugs most commonly prescribed (known to induce hypoMg) are proton pump inhibitors (PPI) (n = 77, 70%), immunosuppressive regimens (n = 25, 22.5%), platinum salt-based chemotherapies (n = 19, 17.1%), and diuretics (n = 22, 19.8%). The suspected causes of hypomagnesemia are often multiple, but drugs (46%, including PPI in 19%) and chronic gastrointestinal disorders (37%) are prominent. Associated electrolyte disturbances include hypocalcemia (77%) and mild hypokalemia (51%). The 1-month mortality from all causes is 16%. Extreme hypomagnesemia is rare in inpatients, and is frequently associated with severe hypocalcemia. Digestive disorders and drugs are the main contributory causes.
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- Geoffrey Cheminet
- Service de Médecine Interne, Internal medicine Department, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, AP-HP, 20 rue Leblanc, 75015, Paris, France
- Faculté de Médecine Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris-Cité, Paris, France
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- Faculté de Médecine Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris-Cité, Paris, France
- Medical Information Department, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, AP-HP, Paris, France
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- Faculté de Médecine Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris-Cité, Paris, France
- Medical Information Department, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, AP-HP, Paris, France
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- Service de Médecine Interne, Internal medicine Department, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, AP-HP, 20 rue Leblanc, 75015, Paris, France
- Faculté de Médecine Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris-Cité, Paris, France
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- Service de Médecine Interne, Internal medicine Department, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, AP-HP, 20 rue Leblanc, 75015, Paris, France
- Faculté de Médecine Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris-Cité, Paris, France
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- Service de Médecine Interne, Internal medicine Department, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, AP-HP, 20 rue Leblanc, 75015, Paris, France
- Faculté de Médecine Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris-Cité, Paris, France
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- Service de Médecine Interne, Internal medicine Department, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, AP-HP, 20 rue Leblanc, 75015, Paris, France
- Faculté de Médecine Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris-Cité, Paris, France
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- Faculté de Médecine Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris-Cité, Paris, France
- Medical Intensive Care Department, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, AP-HP, Paris, France
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- Faculté de Médecine Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris-Cité, Paris, France
- Oncology Department, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, AP-HP, Paris, France
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- Faculté de Médecine Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris-Cité, Paris, France
- Gastroenterology Department, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, AP-HP, Paris, France
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- Faculté de Médecine Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris-Cité, Paris, France
- Nephrology Department, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, AP-HP, Paris, France
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- Biochemistry Department, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, AP-HP, Paris, France
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- Faculté de Médecine Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris-Cité, Paris, France
- Renal Physiology Department, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, AP-HP, Paris, France
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- Service de Médecine Interne, Internal medicine Department, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, AP-HP, 20 rue Leblanc, 75015, Paris, France
- Faculté de Médecine Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris-Cité, Paris, France
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- Service de Médecine Interne, Internal medicine Department, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, AP-HP, 20 rue Leblanc, 75015, Paris, France.
- Faculté de Médecine Paris Descartes, Sorbonne Paris-Cité, Paris, France.
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Corsini LR, Fanale D, Passiglia F, Incorvaia L, Gennusa V, Bazan V, Russo A. Monoclonal antibodies for the treatment of non-hematological tumors: a safety review. Expert Opin Drug Saf 2018; 17:1197-1209. [PMID: 30457416 DOI: 10.1080/14740338.2018.1550068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Introduction: The introduction of monoclonal antibodies (moAbs) into clinical practice revolutionized the treatment strategies in several solid tumors. These agents differ from cytotoxic chemotherapy for their mechanism of action and toxicity. By targeting specific antigens present on healthy cells and modulating immune system activity, these biological drugs are able to generate a wide spectrum of peculiar adverse events that can negatively impact on patients' quality of life. Areas covered: In this review, the main side effects associated with the use of moAbs have been described to show their incidence and current management strategies, which may drive clinicians in their daily practice. Expert opinion: The majority of these drugs represents an example of successful innovation, since they are able to induce a significant improvement of patients' survival and quality of life without any increase in related side effects as compared to standard cancer treatments. For this reason, they have become new milestones in personalized therapy for different non-hematological malignancies. With the increasing use of moAbs in treatment regimens, it is strongly recommended that clinicians are knowledgeable about the side effects associated with these agents, their management and monitoring, to optimize the clinical treatment of cancer patients.
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- Lidia Rita Corsini
- a Department of Surgical, Oncological and Oral Sciences, Section of Medical Oncology , University of Palermo , Palermo , Italy
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- a Department of Surgical, Oncological and Oral Sciences, Section of Medical Oncology , University of Palermo , Palermo , Italy
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- a Department of Surgical, Oncological and Oral Sciences, Section of Medical Oncology , University of Palermo , Palermo , Italy
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- a Department of Surgical, Oncological and Oral Sciences, Section of Medical Oncology , University of Palermo , Palermo , Italy
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- a Department of Surgical, Oncological and Oral Sciences, Section of Medical Oncology , University of Palermo , Palermo , Italy
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- a Department of Surgical, Oncological and Oral Sciences, Section of Medical Oncology , University of Palermo , Palermo , Italy
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- a Department of Surgical, Oncological and Oral Sciences, Section of Medical Oncology , University of Palermo , Palermo , Italy
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Guo X, Peters MDJ, Lu Z. Management of skin toxicity caused by epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitors: an evidence-based implementation project. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2018; 15:2815-2829. [PMID: 29135755 DOI: 10.11124/jbisrir-2017-003407] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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BACKGROUND Epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitors (EGFRIs) bind to and inhibit epidermal growth factor receptors (EGFRs) in cancer cells, slowing/preventing tumor growth. As a type of "targeted therapy", they have demonstrated therapeutic effects on solid tumors including colorectal, lung, and head and neck cancers. While effective, various skin reactions are associated with EGFRI therapy which can lead to dose modification or discontinuation as well as discomfort, pain and reduced quality of life. With adequate knowledge and skills, EGFRI-induced skin toxicity can be effectively managed collaboratively by clinicians and people affected by cancer. OBJECTIVES This project aimed to improve management of skin toxicity caused by EGFRIs by implementing evidence-informed practice within a chemotherapy department. METHODS Evidence-informed recommendations for practice and corresponding audit criteria were developed based on a series of literature reviews. Current practice was reviewed against these criteria with 19 nurses and 21 patients within a chemotherapy department. Barriers to adherence to evidence-informed practice were identified and strategies to improve compliance were implemented with clinicians and patients. A follow-up audit against the criteria was used to measure changes in clinical practice. RESULTS Multiple strategies for getting research into practice appear to have been successful. The follow-up audit demonstrated large improvements in compliance across all audit criteria in comparison with baseline results with all but one criterion achieving 100% compliance. Low rates of suspected infection meant that clinical practice could not be measured for criterion 7. CONCLUSIONS Auditing current practice and implementation of strategies to improve compliance with evidence-informed practice were effective. Sustaining these improvements is vital to ensure clinical practice continues to support better patient outcomes.
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- Xiaolu Guo
- 1Department of Nursing, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center; Department of Oncology, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, China 2The Joanna Briggs Institute, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia
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Arora N, Gupta A, Singh PP. Biological agents in gastrointestinal cancers: adverse effects and their management. J Gastrointest Oncol 2017; 8:485-498. [PMID: 28736636 DOI: 10.21037/jgo.2017.01.07] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Biological therapy comprises agents that by virtue of their unique mechanisms of action, are able to specifically incite a response against or target malignant cells. They differ from conventional chemotherapy with regard to mechanisms of action, indications and side effect profile. Biologic agents have revolutionized therapy for a number of malignancies. In the setting of gastrointestinal (GI) malignancies, agents targeting vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (Her2/Neu) and epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) have proven to be invaluable additions to chemotherapy. However, these agents bring with them a set of side effects attributable to their unique mechanisms of action. The anti VEGF agents-bevacizumab, aflibercept and ramucirumab, can result in renal and vascular complications such as hypertension, arterial thrombotic events (ATE), proteinuria and GI perforations. The anti EGFR agents classically cause dermatological toxicities, in addition to hypomagnesemia, which can be dose limiting for patients. Trastuzumab, a monoclonal antibody that targets Her2/Neu, is known to cause cardiotoxicity, especially when used with anthracyclines. Use of immunotherapy agents such as nivolumab is associated with the development immune related adverse events (irAEs). The use of these agents is expected to increase over the next few years and it is crucial that patients and practitioners are aware of their adverse effects and current management strategies. This review highlights the adverse events associated with the use of biologic and immunologic therapies in GI cancers, their incidence and current management strategies.
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- Nivedita Arora
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Centre, Dallas, TX, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Centre, Dallas, TX, USA
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Springfield Clinic Cancer Center, Springfield, Illinois, USA
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Epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) is overexpressed in many malignancies, including colorectal cancer (CRC), making EGFR an attractive treatment option. Panitumumab and cetuximab, monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) directed at EGFR, are both currently utilized in the management of metastatic CRC (mCRC). Through the development of these agents in mCRC, key issues surrounding each mAbs use have been revealed. These key issues include negative patient outcome avoidance when determining use, the economic burden with high-cost medication, predictive biomarkers, tumor location, patient geographic location, patient quality of life, and the prevention of debilitating adverse effects. CRC remains a common malignancy, with many of these patients expected to receive targeted therapy, including EGFR mAb therapy. Oncologists must recognize these EGFR mAb factors in order to improve outcomes. This review aims to provide a chronological timeline on the development of panitumumab, clinical pearls, and guidance on the current use of panitumumab in mCRC.
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- Jane E Rogers
- Pharmacy Clinical Programs, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA
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