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Noujaim J, Gupta AA, Holloway CL, Saleh R, Srikanthan A, Lemieux C, Soroka HP, Tibout P, Turcotte R, Feng X, Abdul Razak AR, Costa P. Real-word experience of pazopanib and sorafenib in patients with desmoid tumors: A CanSaRCC multi-center study. Eur J Cancer 2024; 205:114119. [PMID: 38759389 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejca.2024.114119] [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] [Received: 03/25/2024] [Revised: 05/09/2024] [Accepted: 05/10/2024] [Indexed: 05/19/2024]
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BACKGROUND Sorafenib and pazopanib, two tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKI), are widely used in patients with progressive symptomatic desmoid tumors (DT). Limited real-word data is available on long-term outcomes of patients who progressed on, stopped, or continued TKIs. METHODS Patients diagnosed with DTs and treated with sorafenib or pazopanib between 2011 and 2022 at 11 institutions were reviewed. Patient history, response to therapy and toxicity were recorded. Statistical analyses utilized Kaplan-Meier and log-rank tests. RESULTS 142 patients with DT treated with sorafenib (n = 126, 88.7 %) or pazopanib (n = 16, 11.3 %) were analyzed. The median treatment duration was 10.8 months (range: 0.07- 73.9). The overall response rate and the disease control rate were 26.0 % and 95.1 %, respectively. The median tumor shrinkage was - 8.5 % (range -100.0 %- +72.5 %). Among responders, the median time to an objective response was 15.2 months (range: 1.1 to 33.1). The 1-year and 2-year progression-free survival rates were 82 % and 80 %. Dose reductions were necessary in 34 (23.9 %) patients. Grade 3 or higher adverse events were reported in 36 (25.4 %) patients. On the last follow-up, 55 (38.7 %) patients continued treatment. Treatment discontinuation (n = 85, 59.9 %) was mainly for toxicity (n = 35, 45.9 %) or radiological or clinical progression (n = 30, 35.3 %). For the entire cohort, 36 (25.4 %) patients required subsequent treatment. In the 32 responders, only 1 (3.1 %) patient required a subsequent treatment. In patients who discontinued TKI, 25 (44.6 %) with stable disease received subsequent treatment compared to 0 (0.0 %) of responders. CONCLUSION This retrospective study represents the largest cohort of DT patients treated with sorafenib or pazopanib to date. Discontinuation of treatment in responders is safe. The optimal treatment duration in patients with stable disease remains to be defined.
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- Department of Medical Oncology and Hematology, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, ON, Canada; Division of Hematology/Oncology, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- McGill University Health Centre, Cedars Cancer Centre, Montreal, Qc, Canada
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- Department of Medical Oncology and Hematology, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, ON, Canada; Division of Hematology/Oncology, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- McGill University Health Centre, Cedars Cancer Centre, Montreal, Qc, Canada
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- Department of Medical Oncology and Hematology, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, ON, Canada; Department of Medical Oncology, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
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Tao Y, Zeng K, Wan X, Wen W, Chen H, Peng Y. Rare desmoid-type fibromatosis of the breast in young female patients: a description of three cases and literature analysis. Quant Imaging Med Surg 2024; 14:3194-3203. [PMID: 38617170 PMCID: PMC11007534 DOI: 10.21037/qims-23-1586] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2023] [Accepted: 01/30/2024] [Indexed: 04/16/2024]
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- Yi Tao
- Department of Medical Ultrasound, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Najem S, Bekkouche S, Benslimane A, Naciri S, Inrhaouen H, El Ghissassi I, Boutayeb S, Mrabti H, Errihani H. Unraveling the Mystery of Desmoid Tumors: Insights From a Moroccan Tertiary Center. Cureus 2024; 16:e57768. [PMID: 38586227 PMCID: PMC10999233 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.57768] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/04/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024] Open
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Desmoid tumors (DTs) are rare, aggressive malignancies developing from clonal fibroblastic proliferation originating from soft tissues. Despite their low metastatic potential, their invasiveness towards neighboring organs and a high recurrence rate contribute significantly to morbidity and mortality, thereby impacting the quality of life of patients. Several therapeutic options are available, but standardized protocols are lacking. In this study, we reviewed 14 cases of DT retrospectively over a period of 15 years, from September 2008 to December 2023. The most prevalent tumor locations were in the extremities, and the majority of patients were female. We identified risk factors in two patients, those being surgical trauma and familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP). Half of the patients underwent surgery for DT, and two received salvage radiotherapy. Systemic therapy was used in the first and second lines and comprised of chemotherapy, endocrine therapy, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAI). Active surveillance was proposed in three patients. This is the first retrospective study to assess the characteristics of DT in Moroccan patients in a tertiary care setting. It aims to shed light on the challenges faced in treating these rare tumors in the context of a lack of therapeutic standardization.
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- Salma Najem
- Department of Medical Oncology, National Institute of Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Mohammed V Faculty, Rabat, MAR
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- Department of Medical Oncology, National Institute of Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Mohammed V Faculty, Rabat, MAR
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- Department of Medical Oncology, National Institute of Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Mohammed V Faculty, Rabat, MAR
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- Department of Medical Oncology, National Institute of Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Mohammed V Faculty, Rabat, MAR
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- Department of Medical Oncology, National Institute of Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Mohammed V Faculty, Rabat, MAR
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- Department of Medical Oncology, National Institute of Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Mohammed V Faculty, Rabat, MAR
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- Department of Medical Oncology, National Institute of Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Mohammed V Faculty, Rabat, MAR
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- Department of Medical Oncology, National Institute of Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Mohammed V Faculty, Rabat, MAR
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- Department of Medical Oncology, National Institute of Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Mohammed V Faculty, Rabat, MAR
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Ibrahim R, Assi T, Khoury R, Ngo C, Faron M, Verret B, Lévy A, Honoré C, Hénon C, Le Péchoux C, Bahleda R, Le Cesne A. Desmoid-type fibromatosis: Current therapeutic strategies and future perspectives. Cancer Treat Rev 2024; 123:102675. [PMID: 38159438 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctrv.2023.102675] [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] [Received: 11/07/2023] [Revised: 12/18/2023] [Accepted: 12/21/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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Desmoid tumors (DT) are rare, slow-growing, locally invasive soft tissue tumors that often pose significant therapeutic challenges. Traditional management strategies including active surveillance, surgery, radiotherapy, and systemic therapy which are associated with varying recurrence rates and high morbidity. Given the challenging nature of DT and the modest outcomes associated with current treatment strategies, there has been a growing interest in the field of γ-secretase inhibitors as a result of its action on the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway. In this review article, we will shed the light on the pathogenesis and molecular biology of DT, discuss its symptoms and diagnosis, and provide a comprehensive review of the traditional therapeutic approaches. We will also delve into the mechanisms of action of γ-secretase inhibitors, its efficacy, and the existing preclinical and clinical data available to date on the use of these agents, as well as the potential challenges and future prospects in the treatment landscape of these tumors.
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- Rebecca Ibrahim
- Division of International Patients Care, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, Villejuif, France
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- Division of International Patients Care, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, Villejuif, France; Sarcoma Unit, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, Villejuif, France.
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- Division of International Patients Care, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, Villejuif, France
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- Sarcoma Unit, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, Villejuif, France
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- Sarcoma Unit, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, Villejuif, France
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- Sarcoma Unit, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, Villejuif, France
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- Sarcoma Unit, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, Villejuif, France
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- Sarcoma Unit, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, Villejuif, France
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- Sarcoma Unit, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, Villejuif, France
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- Division of International Patients Care, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, Villejuif, France; Sarcoma Unit, Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus, Villejuif, France
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Zubor P, Henriksen CM, Økstad ME, Cerskuviene E, Visnovsky J, Kajo K, Valkov A, Lind KO. Desmoid Fibromatosis of the Anterior Abdominal Wall in Pregnancy: A Case Report and Review of the Literature. Diseases 2024; 12:27. [PMID: 38248378 PMCID: PMC10814966 DOI: 10.3390/diseases12010027] [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: 12/08/2023] [Revised: 01/10/2024] [Accepted: 01/12/2024] [Indexed: 01/23/2024] Open
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A desmoid tumor (DT) is a rare benign neoplasm arising from muscle aponeurosis, associated mostly with trauma or pregnancy. DT has an infiltrative and locally aggressive growth pattern and usually does not metastasize. However, it has a high recurrence and complication rate. When it occurs in pregnancy, the pregnancy and delivery is taken as an individual case for optimal management by physicians and midwifes, who need to be cautious in finding the optimal delivery mode for the patient, which depends on the tumor size, location, behavior, and past history. The authors report a case of 29-year-old pregnant woman who previously underwent systemic oncological treatment for a large abdominal wall desmoid tumor and became pregnant afterwards. The history of DT presented a follow-up and delivery challenge. Observational management was chosen with an elective cesarean section at week 38 + 4 of pregnancy with uncomplicated postpartum follow-up. The authors detail the clinical management and chosen therapeutic approach; chemotherapy can be a choice in the treatment options for patients with DTs, although the majority of DTs are treated surgically with subsequent mesh plastic. Moreover, the authors provide a systematic review of the literature focused on the treatment management of DTs in pregnant women during pregnancy and the postpartum period, as pregnancy-associated desmoid tumors are a specific condition, where the optimal management is not well established, despite some guidelines for non-pregnant patients.
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- Pavol Zubor
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nordland Hospital, 8450 Stokmarknes, Norway
- OBGY Health & Care Ltd., 01001 Zilina, Slovakia
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nordland Hospital, 8450 Stokmarknes, Norway
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nordland Hospital, 8450 Stokmarknes, Norway
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- Faculty of Health Care, Catholic University, 03401 Ruzomberok, Slovakia
- VISNOVSKI Ltd., 03601 Martin, Slovakia
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- Department of Pathology, St. Elisabeth Cancer Institute, 81250 Bratislava, Slovakia;
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- Department of Clinical Pathology, University Hospital of Northern Norway, 9019 Tromsø, Norway;
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nordland Hospital, 8450 Stokmarknes, Norway
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Bonvalot S, Cozic N, Le Cesne A, Blay JY, Penel N, Fau M, Chevreau C, Anract P, Waast D, Laurence V, Watson S, Duffaud F, Gouin F, Taieb S, Kind M, Lam L. Initial Active Surveillance Strategy for Patients with Peripheral Sporadic Primary Desmoid-Type Fibromatosis: A Multicentric Phase II Observational Trial. Ann Surg Oncol 2023; 30:8653-8659. [PMID: 37777684 DOI: 10.1245/s10434-023-14341-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 10/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Stabilization or spontaneous regressions are demonstrated in more than half of patients affected by primary desmoid-type fibromatosis (DF) in retrospective studies. The objective of this phase II study was to prospectively assess the behavior of primary sporadic DT managed by active surveillance (AS). METHODS This prospective, multicenter, observational study (NCT01801176) included patients ≥18 years of age with primary sporadic DF located in an extremity or the abdominal/thoracic wall. At inclusion, all patients were initially placed on AS. Follow-up was based on clinical and radiological evaluation by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) performed at 1, 3, 6, 9, and 12 months, and then every 6 months for 3 years. The primary endpoint was progression-free survival (PFS) at 3 years according to Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors (RECIST) version 1.1, as evaluated by a Central Review Board. RESULTS Between 2012 and 2015, 100 patients were enrolled. The female/male ratio was 8 and the median age was 34 years (interquartile range [IQR] 30.8-43.9). Median follow-up was 46.6 months (IQR 36.8-61.1) and the 3-year PFS was 53.4% (95% confidence interval 43.5-63.1%). At progression (48 patients), 23 patients received active treatment. Fifty-eight patients (58%) presented with spontaneous tumor regression (decrease > 0% compared with the initial size) during the first 3 months (n = 35, 35%) or after an initial progression (n = 23, 23%), of whom 26 (26%) had partial responses (PRs). The median time to PR was 31.7 months (25.3-not available). CONCLUSIONS These data support the use of AS as the primary approach to select patients with peripheral DF who require aggressive treatment.
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- Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Gustave Roussy, Villejuif, France
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Gustave Roussy, Villejuif, France
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Centre Léon Bérard, Lyon, France
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Centre Oscar Lambret, Lille, France
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- Department of Surgery, Institut Bergonié, Bordeaux, France
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- Department of Orthopedics, CHU Nantes, Nantes, France
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Institut Curie, Paris, France
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- Department of Medical Oncology, CHU La Timone, Marseilles, France
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- Department of Radiology, Centre Oscar Lambret, Lille, France
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- Department of Radiology, Institut Bergonié, Bordeaux, France
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- Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Gustave Roussy, Villejuif, France
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Xie J, Lai S, Wang Y, Ye B, Huang Z, Xi K. Case report: A rare case of desmoid-type fibromatosis originating in the small intestine. Front Med (Lausanne) 2023; 10:1291945. [PMID: 38020181 PMCID: PMC10644715 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2023.1291945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/12/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Background Desmoid-type fibromatosis (DF) is characterized by a rare monoclonal fibroblast proliferation that exhibits variable and unpredictable clinical presentation. DF can be classified into sporadic and hereditary types. Despite extensive research efforts, the exact etiology of DF remains elusive. Case description A 31-year-old male patient presented to the hospital with a progressively growing mass in the right lower abdomen, accompanied by abdominal discomfort. Symptoms are discovered 1 week before admission. Enteroscopy revealed no evidence of colonic abnormalities, and blood tests did not indicate any abnormalities. Due to the indeterminate nature of the mass during surgery, a partial resection of the ileum and cecum was performed, followed by ileocolonic end-to-end anastomosis, with no postoperative complications. The final pathological diagnosis confirmed primary desmoid-type fibromatosis of the distal ileum (invasive fibromatosis). To effectively manage DF, we recommend a follow-up schedule for patients. This includes appointments every 3 months in the first year following surgery, followed by appointments every 6 months up to the fifth year, and then once a year thereafter. The follow-up examinations should include collection of the patient's medical history, physical examination, blood tests, ultrasounds, CT scans, and other relevant assessments. During the first year of the follow-up period, no further treatment was administered, and the patient remained disease-free. Conclusion Desmoid-type fibromatosis (DF) originating from the small intestine is an extremely rare condition that exhibits local invasiveness and can be life-threatening. Despite its benign histology, DF has a high local recurrence rate and lacks metastatic potential. Diagnosis of DF remains challenging, especially in cases where surgical intervention is not feasible due to asymptomatic patients or partial organ impairment. In such cases, a "watchful waiting" approach is recommended as the initial treatment strategy. However, when preoperative diagnosis is difficult, surgery is typically considered the best option. Given the potential for local recurrence and the uncertain long-term prognosis, regular follow-up is necessary.
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- Junfeng Xie
- Department of Gastrointestinal Hernia Surgery, Ganzhou Hospital-Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Ganzhou Cancer Hospital, Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Emergency, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Hernia Surgery, Ganzhou Hospital-Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Hernia Surgery, Ganzhou Hospital-Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Hernia Surgery, Ganzhou Hospital-Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China
- Department of General Surgery, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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Bektas M, Bell T, Khan S, Tumminello B, Fernandez MM, Heyes C, Oton AB. Desmoid Tumors: A Comprehensive Review. Adv Ther 2023; 40:3697-3722. [PMID: 37436594 PMCID: PMC10427533 DOI: 10.1007/s12325-023-02592-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/13/2023]
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Desmoid tumors (DT) are rare, locally aggressive, fibroblastic soft-tissue tumors that are characterized by infiltrative growth and can affect organs and adjacent structures, resulting in substantial clinical burden impacting patients' health-related quality of life. Searches of PubMed, Embase, Cochrane, and key conferences were conducted in November 2021 and updated periodically through March 2023 to identify articles describing the burden of DT. Of 651 publications identified, 96 relevant ones were retained. Diagnosis of DT is challenging because of its morphologic heterogeneity and variable clinical presentation. Patients visit multiple healthcare providers, often facing delays in correct diagnosis. The low incidence of DT (estimated 3-5 cases per million person-years) limits disease awareness. Patients with DT experience a high symptom burden: up to 63% of patients experience chronic pain, which leads to sleep disturbance (73% of cases), irritability (46% of cases), and anxiety/depression (15% of cases). Frequently mentioned symptoms are pain, limited function and mobility, fatigue, muscle weakness, and swelling around the tumor. Overall, quality of life in patients with DT is lower than in healthy controls. There is no treatment approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for DT; however, treatment guidelines reference available options, such as active surveillance, surgery, systemic therapy, and locoregional therapy. Choice of active treatment may depend on tumor location, symptoms, and risk of morbidity. The substantial burden of illness of DT is related to difficulties in timely and accurate diagnosis, high symptom burden (pain and functional limitations), and decreased quality of life. There is a high unmet need for treatments that specifically target DT and improve quality of life.
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- Meryem Bektas
- RTI Health Solutions, Research Triangle Park, NC, USA
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- SpringWorks Therapeutics, Inc., Stamford, CT, USA.
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- RTI Health Solutions, Research Triangle Park, NC, USA
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- SpringWorks Therapeutics, Inc., Stamford, CT, USA
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