ADCs in the Treatment of Breast Cancer and Gastric Cancer and Managing AEs Associated with ADCs
A panel of experts in oncology review the use of antibody drug conjugates (ADCs) in breast and gastric cancers, defining optimal management of ADC-related adverse events. Sponsored in part by Daiichi Sankyo. Content independently developed by OncLive®
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ADCs in the Treatment of Breast Cancer and Gastric Cancer and Managing AEs Associated with ADCs
After reviewing the historical use of ADCs, panelists discuss the first patient profile of HER2+ metastatic breast cancer managed with trastuzumab deruxtecan.
Contextualizing the use of T-DXd in breast cancer and gastric cancers respectively, panelists highlight optimal management of adverse events in these settings.
Comprehensive insight to the selection and education of patients for whom ADC therapy is an option in breast or gastric cancers, with regard for pulmonary risk status.
Closing out their conversation on the first patient profile, oncology nurse experts consider sequencing therapy following trastuzumab deruxtecan in both breast and GI cancers.
Shifting focus to a patient profile of HER2+ metastatic breast cancer treated with trastuzumab emtansine, oncology nurse experts review risk of peripheral neuropathy and its management.
Before closing out their discussion on antibody drug conjugate use in breast cancer management, panelists consider ongoing clinical trials in this setting.
Centering discussion on a patient profile of HER2+ gastric cancer, experts in oncology discuss the occurrence of neutropenia with trastuzumab deruxtecan therapy.
Shifting focus to the second patient profile of HER2+ gastric cancer, key opinion leaders highlight the risk and management of diarrhea in this setting.
Comprehensive insight on the optimal management of diarrhea associated with ADC therapy, with regard to patient education and monitoring during treatment.
Panelists share their perspective on the role of the broader, multidisciplinary healthcare team in managing toxicity associated with trastuzumab deruxtecan therapy.
Shared practical advice on the management of toxicities associated with antibody drug conjugate therapy in both the breast cancer and GI cancer settings.