Professor Anouk Hiensch: Exercise Effectively Alleviates Fatigue and Improves Quality of Life in Patients with Metastatic Breast Cancer (mBC)

Professor Anouk Hiensch: Exercise Effectively Alleviates Fatigue and Improves Quality of Life in Patients with Metastatic Breast Cancer (mBC)

Previous studies have extensively explored the impact of exercise on patients with early-stage cancer, but research on the effects of exercise in advanced cancer patients remains limited. The PREFERABLE-EFFECT study investigates how exercise influences the quality of life and fatigue in patients with metastatic breast cancer. Oncology Frontier invited Professor Anouk Hiensch, the principal investigator of the PREFERABLE-EFFECT study from the Julius Center at Utrecht University, to discuss the study's findings and their implications for patients.
Professor Giuseppe Curigliano: Advances and Challenges in HR+ Breast Cancer Treatment

Professor Giuseppe Curigliano: Advances and Challenges in HR+ Breast Cancer Treatment

The 14th European Breast Cancer Conference (EBCC-14) was recently held in Milan, Italy, focusing on new clinical and translational research data in the multidisciplinary management of breast cancer. Oncology Frontier had the pleasure of interviewing the National Chair of this conference, Associate Professor Giuseppe Curigliano from the University of Milan, to discuss the highlights of this event.
ASCO China Voice | Effect of Intensive vs. Standard Chemotherapy on High-Risk TNBC Patient Survival: A Study by Professors Zhimin Shao and Yizhou Jian

ASCO China Voice | Effect of Intensive vs. Standard Chemotherapy on High-Risk TNBC Patient Survival: A Study by Professors Zhimin Shao and Yizhou Jian

Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is a highly heterogeneous subtype of breast cancer that is more aggressive and associated with a higher risk of early recurrence, metastasis, and death compared to other subtypes. The team led by Professors Zhimin Shao and Yizhou Jiang from the Breast Surgery Department at Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center used a previously established mRNA-lncRNA predictive model to determine the effectiveness and safety of intensive versus standard chemotherapy in high-risk TNBC patients. The results were selected for the 2024 ASCO conference (Abstract No. 525). Professor Zhonghua Wang, representing the team at the conference, provided an introduction to the findings for "Oncology Frontier"
CDL (China Diabetes and Liver Disease Co-management Action Plan) Monthly Literature Review – May 2024, Issue 16

CDL (China Diabetes and Liver Disease Co-management Action Plan) Monthly Literature Review – May 2024, Issue 16

Diabetes and liver disease are common chronic diseases in China, with overlapping mechanisms, clinical manifestations, and therapeutic targets, making them interrelated risk factors. Co-managing these conditions can help reduce the disease burden. To support the development of diabetes and liver disease co-management in China, our publication, in collaboration with the China Diabetes and Liver Disease Co-management Action Plan (CDL), introduces the CDL Monthly Literature Review column. Each month, we will share research on the mechanisms, diagnosis, and treatment progress related to diabetes with liver disease, and invite experts from related fields in China to provide commentary. We aim to offer valuable insights and assistance to specialists, researchers, and frontline healthcare workers in conducting scientific research and clinical practice.
Interview with the Chairman | Professor Xiaoguang Dou: Interferon Therapy as the First Choice for “Small Three Yang” Patients

Interview with the Chairman | Professor Xiaoguang Dou: Interferon Therapy as the First Choice for “Small Three Yang” Patients

Antiviral therapy plays a crucial role in reducing the risk of liver cancer and delaying disease progression in patients with chronic hepatitis B (CHB). The survival rate and quality of life for CHB patients have been steadily improving. However, the treatment needs of "Small Three Yang" (HBsAg, anti-HBe, and anti-HBc positive) patients have often been overlooked. At the 17th National Clinical Conference on Liver Diseases held on May 25, 2024, Hepatology Digest interviewed the conference chairman, Professor Xiaoguang Dou from Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, to discuss clinical cure strategies for "Small Three Yang" patients. Here is a summary of the interview for our readers.
ESMO BC 2024丨Professor Jin Zhang: NER-Tree Study Provides More Evidence for Neratinib in Early HER2-Positive Breast Cancer Patients in China

ESMO BC 2024丨Professor Jin Zhang: NER-Tree Study Provides More Evidence for Neratinib in Early HER2-Positive Breast Cancer Patients in China

HER2-positive breast cancer accounts for about 20% of all breast cancer cases. Since the advent of anti-HER2 therapies such as trastuzumab, the survival of HER2-positive breast cancer patients has significantly improved. The introduction of small molecule TKIs has further expanded treatment options. To explore the real-world treatment patterns, clinical application, efficacy, and safety data of neratinib in Chinese patients with early HER2-positive breast cancer, Professor Jin Zhang from Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, along with multiple hospitals, conducted the NER-Tree study. The study's results were presented in a poster session at the 2024 ESMO BC conference. “Oncology Frontier” invited Professor Jin Zhang to discuss the study.
ESMO BC 2024丨Professor Man Li: New Strategies, New Choices – Targeted, Immuno, and Endocrine Therapy Bring More Benefits to ER+/HER2- mBC Patients

ESMO BC 2024丨Professor Man Li: New Strategies, New Choices – Targeted, Immuno, and Endocrine Therapy Bring More Benefits to ER+/HER2- mBC Patients

In recent years, PARP inhibitors like Olaparib have been continually exploring the optimal treatment timing and modalities for breast cancer patients carrying HRR mutations. DOLAF is an international phase II study aimed at evaluating the efficacy of a triple therapy combination of Olaparib, Durvalumab, and Fulvestrant in ER+/HER2- mBC patients. At the 2024 ESMO BC conference, the results of this study were presented. Oncology Outlook invited Professor Man Li from The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University to introduce and comment on this study.
ESMO BC 2024 | Professor Yiding Chen: Updated CAPItello-291 Study Data Pioneers Precision Therapy for the PAM Pathway in the Post-CDK4/6i Era

ESMO BC 2024 | Professor Yiding Chen: Updated CAPItello-291 Study Data Pioneers Precision Therapy for the PAM Pathway in the Post-CDK4/6i Era

On May 16, 2024, the European Society for Medical Oncology Breast Cancer Annual Meeting (ESMO BC) reported updated results from the CAPItello-291 study (183MO). The data showed that the AKT inhibitor capivasertib combined with fulvestrant provided benefits in second-line treatment without affecting the benefits of subsequent treatments. This further solidified capivasertib's role in the post-CDK4/6 inhibitor (CDK4/6i) era, leading the way in precision therapy for HR+ breast cancer. Oncology Frontier interviewed Professor Yiding Chen from The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine to analyze the progress of the CAPItello-291 study and discuss superior treatment options in the post-CDK4/6i era from mechanisms to clinical applications.
ASCO 2024 | Professor Yu Chen: First-In-Class PD-1/IL-2 Bispecific Antibody Fusion Protein IBI363 for Advanced Melanoma

ASCO 2024 | Professor Yu Chen: First-In-Class PD-1/IL-2 Bispecific Antibody Fusion Protein IBI363 for Advanced Melanoma

The highly anticipated 2024 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting has officially begun. As a premier global academic conference in oncology, ASCO attracts professionals from around the world to share and discuss the latest clinical oncology research findings and treatment advancements. At this year's conference, the research led by Professor Yu Chen from Fujian Cancer Hospital, titled "First-In-Class PD-1/IL-2 Bispecific Antibody Fusion Protein IBI363 for Advanced Melanoma," has been selected for poster presentation. This study marks the global debut of the independently developed IBI363 by Innovent Biologics for melanoma treatment, highlighting significant progress in evaluating its safety, tolerable dosage, and efficacy, especially in acral and mucosal melanoma subtypes specific to China.
EHA China Voice丨Professor XiaoyanKe and Professor Kai Hu’sTeam: Bridging Radiotherapy Before CAR-T Treatment Improves Survival in Refractory/Relapsed, Multidrug-Resistant CNS B-Cell Lymphoma Patients

EHA China Voice丨Professor XiaoyanKe and Professor Kai Hu’sTeam: Bridging Radiotherapy Before CAR-T Treatment Improves Survival in Refractory/Relapsed, Multidrug-Resistant CNS B-Cell Lymphoma Patients

As the efficacy of CAR-T therapy in B-cell lymphoma becomes increasingly recognized, some studies have focused on its application in treating refractory/relapsed central nervous system (CNS) B-cell lymphoma. Refractory/relapsed CNS B-cell lymphoma patients were initially excluded from early CAR-T clinical trials, but as CAR-T therapy's real-world application grows, these patients can achieve optimistic outcomes. However, patients with high tumor burden face a high incidence of immune effector cell-associated neurotoxicity syndrome (ICANS) and poor outcomes. There is an urgent need for an effective bridging therapy to reduce ICANS incidence and improve remission rates in multidrug-resistant CNS-involved patients. From June 13-16, 2024, at the 29th European Hematology Association (EHA) Annual Meeting, Dr.  Hui Shi from Professors Xiaoyan Ke and Kai Hu's team at Beijing Gaobo Hospital will present a report titled "INCORPORATING RADIATION WITH CAR T-CELL THERAPY DEMONSTRATED A HIGH RATE OF REMISSION IN PATIENTS WITH B CELL LYMPHOMA INVOLVING THE CNS," offering new insights for treating refractory/relapsed multidrug-resistant CNS B-cell lymphoma patients.