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Two novel TKIs better than one in GIST with multiple KIT mutations
Wagner AJ et al. ASCO 2018, Abstract 11509.
Key clinical point: The novel tyrosine kinase inhibitor PLX9486 showed activity against resistance mutations in gastrointestinal stromal tumors.
Major finding: The combination of PLX9486 at 500 mg and pexidartinib 600 mg was associated with three partial responses and a clinical benefit rate of 67% with a PFS on interim analysis of 6 months.
Study details: Phase 1 dose-escalation, safety and pharmacokinetics study in 39 patients with GIST, four with adenocarcinomas, and one with follicular lymphoma.
Disclosures: The study was sponsored by Plexxikon. Dr. Wagner disclosed consulting or advisory roles with Prime Therapeutics, Lilly, and Loxo Oncology, as well as having received institutional research funding from AADi, Celldex Therapeutics, Daiichi Sankyo, Karyopharm Therapeutics, Lilly, and Plexxikon.
Source: Wagner AJ et al. ASCO 2018, Abstract 11509.
Wagner AJ et al. ASCO 2018, Abstract 11509.