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Dabrafenib plus Trametinib: A breakthrough in pediatric low‐grade glioma therapy.

Authors :
Dar, Marrium Sultan
Shahid, Nayab
Waqas, Arisha
Baig, Yumna Arif
Khan, Aimen Waqar
Source :
Health Science Reports; Jan2024, Vol. 7 Issue 1, p1-3, 3p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Background and Aims: Pediatric‐type low‐grade gliomas (pLGGs) are the most common solid tumors in children, with v‐raf murine sarcoma viral oncogene homolog B (BRAF) mutations playing a significant role in their development. Dabrafenib and trametinib are targeted therapies that are recently approved by Food and Drug Administration for pediatric patients with pLGG harboring a BRAF V600E mutation. Body: This study emphasizes the role of Dabrafenib and Trametinib in pLGG. A multicenter Phase I/II trial demonstrated the superior efficacy of dabrafenib plus trametinib (D+T) compared to carboplatin plus vincristine (C+T), with higher overall response rates, clinical benefit rates, and longer progression‐free survival. The safety profile of dabrafenib plus trametinib (D+T) was favorable, with fewer discontinuations and adverse events compared to the control group. Conclusion: The introduction of D+T as a targeted therapy represents a significant advancement in the management of pLGG, necessitating further investigations to understand its long‐term consequences and optimize patient care. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
23988835
Volume :
7
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Health Science Reports
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
175071251
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1002/hsr2.1841