Lymphoma | Top 24 novel treatment findings

HLA-DQ genotype predicts CAR T-cell response

50% of patients achieved a durable response, with the HLA-DQ1/DQ1 genotype associated with a lower incidence of relapse/progression and an independent predictor of durable response.

Study published: 2024-01-12

CAR T cells develop NK-like phenotype post-infusion

The study demonstrates that CAR T cells can effectively differentiate into an NK-like phenotype, which is associated with increased inflammatory cytokine levels, potentially enhancing anti-tumor responses.

Study published: 2022-04-02

Cannabis may hinder immunotherapy effectiveness

Observational studies suggest that cannabis users may have a significantly lower response rate to immunotherapy, with median overall survival being markedly reduced in cannabis users compared to non-users.

Study published: 2024-01-29

Epcoritamab boosts immune response in B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma patients.

Patients achieving complete responses exhibited significant clonal expansion of cytotoxic CD4+ and CD8+ T-cells, indicating a strong anti-tumor immune response associated with treatment efficacy.

Study published: 2024-07-05

Academic CAR-T therapy shows promise

Out of the seven patients treated, two ALL patients and three NHL patients achieved complete or partial response, resulting in an overall response rate (ORR) of 72%.

Study published: 2021-09-26

Pembrolizumab improves survival in advanced cutaneous T cell lymphoma patients

The study found that 38% of patients achieved a sustained clinical response to pembrolizumab, with responders showing a localized enrichment of tumor and CD4 T cells, indicating immune activation. In contrast, non-responders exhibited a persistently immunosuppressed TME with increased Tregs.

Study published: 2020-12-08

Combination therapy with carvedilol and candesartan fails to prevent heart damage in breast cancer patients receiving chemotherapy.

The study found no significant difference in left ventricular ejection fraction between the cardioprotection and standard care groups after 6 months, indicating that the treatment did not prevent decline in cardiac function.

Study published: 2023-02-21

High-dose methotrexate improves survival in patients with primary central nervous system lymphoma

Positive outcomes from treatment may include tumor regression, improved neurological function, and prolonged survival. The use of targeted therapies has shown promise in enhancing treatment efficacy, particularly in genetically defined subgroups of PCNSL.

Study published: 2021-08-05

Protein biomarkers predict XPO1 inhibitor response

Identification of protein biomarkers (XPO1, NF-κB, MCL-1, p53) that correlate with response to selinexor treatment, aiding in personalized cancer therapy.

Study published: 2022-12-16

Patients with high lymphocyte and erythrocyte genes respond better to therapy in Sjögren’s disease.

The study identifies consensus gene modules that correlate with treatment response, potentially leading to the development of blood-based predictive biomarkers for pSD treatment.

Study published: 2023-07-06

AWARI CAR-T cells enhance anti-tumor effects in B lineage neoplasms

AWARI CAR-T cells exhibited a higher proportion of naive/stem cell memory T cells with a less exhausted phenotype, lower tonic signaling, reduced secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines, and efficient large-scale manufacturing in GMP-like conditions.

Study published: 2021-03-20

Chemotherapy and radiation increase second cancer risk in Hodgkin lymphoma survivors.

The study found that 14.59% of cHL survivors developed secondary cancers, with a standardized incidence ratio (SIR) of 2.09, indicating a significantly increased risk. However, the overall survival rate is worse for cHL patients who develop SPMs after 5 years of follow-up.

Study published: 2022-08-08

Administration of a third dose of the BNT162b2 mRNA vaccine boosts immune response in patients with lymphoid malignancies.

Increased humoral immune response was observed, especially in patients with multiple myeloma and those without recent anti-CD20 treatment. T-cell responses were also enhanced, particularly in patients not undergoing active chemotherapy.

Study published: 2021-07-22

High-intensity interval training enhances fitness and immune function in older adults with chronic lymphocytic leukemia.

The HIIT program was feasible, with participants completing an average of 5 sessions per week. Following the intervention, significant improvements were observed in leg strength (35.4% increase), chest strength (56.1% increase), and seated row strength (39.5% increase). Additionally, NK-cell cytolytic activity against tumor cells increased by 20.3%, 3.0%, and 14.6% for different cell lines compared to controls.

Study published: 2021-07-07

SARS-CoV-2 vaccination improves immune response in lymphoma patients

Despite the impaired antibody responses, 63% of participants exhibited positive T-cell responses, indicating some level of immune activation following vaccination.

Study published: 2021-12-08

Subcutaneous blinatumomab dosing effective

The study indicates that SC dosing achieves similar trimer formation as cIV, suggesting comparable efficacy and safety profiles, thus providing a more convenient administration route for patients.

Study published: 2024-07-22

Oncologists believe immune checkpoint inhibitors improve cancer treatment outcomes for patients with malignant tumors.

Oncologists report a positive attitude towards ICIs, with 98% prescribing them in approved indications, although only about half of patients with solid tumors respond to treatment.

Study published: 2022-04-05

Chemotherapy and surgery improve survival in patients with intestinal lymphoma.

Patients treated with a combination of chemotherapy and surgery had a significantly lower risk of mortality (HR – 0.45) compared to those who did not receive treatment. The overall survival analysis indicated that younger patients and those diagnosed at earlier stages had better survival rates.

Study published: 2022-07-18

Adolescent cancer patients achieve 89% complete remission rate.

89% of patients achieved complete remission, with a 5-year event-free survival rate of 65% and overall survival rate of 82%.

Study published: 2021-06-09

Patients with B-cell lymphomas develop antibodies after mRNA vaccine

Some individuals with lymphoma and CLL successfully developed IgG antibodies against the SARS-CoV-2 vaccine, indicating a degree of vaccine responsiveness despite underlying immune challenges.

Study published: 2023-09-26

The administration of probe medications improves drug metabolism outcomes in lymphoma patients aged 6-25.

The study aims to determine the feasibility and acceptability of phenoconversion testing, which could lead to personalized treatment strategies for lymphoma patients.

Study published: 2024-06-05

Chemotherapy improves survival in HHV8-positive lymphoma patients

The study found that the 1-year overall survival (OS) rate was 67.4%, with 3-year and 5-year OS rates of 65.6% and 58.4%, respectively. Disease-specific survival (DSS) rates were 73.1% at 1 year, 73.1% at 3 years, and 67.8% at 5 years.

Study published: 2023-07-18

Immunochemotherapy with rituximab improves survival in early-stage follicular lymphoma

ICT+RM demonstrated a significant improvement in quality-adjusted life-years (QALYs) compared to RT alone, with an increase of +0.41 QALYs and a favorable incremental cost-effectiveness ratio (ICER) of $73,319, making it a cost-effective option from the Australian taxpayer perspective.

Study published: 2021-03-26

Immunoglobulin therapy reduces infection deaths in APDS patients

The study found that the conditional survival rates for APDS patients were 87% at age 20, 74% at age 30, and 68% at ages 40 and 50. Immunoglobulin replacement therapy appears to prevent most deaths due to severe infections, although new treatments are needed to address the risk of death from lymphoma and other cancers.

Study published: 2022-12-06