bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pembrolizumab (pembro) plus axitinib (axi) versus sunitinib as first-line therapy for metastatic renal cell carcinoma (mRCC): Outcomes in the combined IMDC intermediate/poor risk and sarcomatoid subgroups of the phase 3 KEYNOTE-426 study.
Authors: Rini Brian I. , Plimack Elizabeth R. , Stus Viktor , Gafanov Rustem , Hawkins Robert , Nosov Dmitry , Pouliot Frederic , Soulieres Denis , Melichar Bohuslav , Vynnychenko Ihor , Azevedo Sergio Jobim , Borchiellini Delphine , McDermott Raymond S. , Bedke Jens , Tamada Satoshi , Wan Shuyan , Perini Rodolfo F. , Chen Mei , Atkins Michael B. , Powles Thomas
Published: May 2019

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Background: In KEYNOTE-426, pembro + axi significantly improved OS (HR 0.53, P < .0001), PFS (HR 0.69, P = .0001), and ORR (59.3% vs 35.7%, P < .0001) vs sunitinib and had manageable toxicity as first-line therapy for mRCC (NCT02853331). The pembro + axi benefit was observed across all IMDC risk groups and regardless of PD-L1 expression. We present data for the combined intermediate/poor risk group and for patients (pts) with sarcomatoid features. Methods: 861 eligible pts with clear-cell mRCC, no prior systemic therapy for mRCC, and KPS ≥70 were randomized 1:1 to pembro 200 mg IV Q3W for a maximum of 35 cycles plus axi 5 mg orally BID (N = 432) or sunitinib 50 mg orally QD (4-wk on/2-wk off) (N = 429). Primary endpoints were OS and PFS (RECIST v1.1 by blinded, independent central review [BICR]). ORR (RECIST v1.1 by BICR) was the key secondary endpoint. The intermediate/poor risk group was prespecified; the sarcomatoid group was exploratory. HRs and their 95% CIs were calculated with a Cox proportional hazards model. None of the analyses were multiplicity-controlled. Results: 592 (68.8%) of all randomized pts were of IMDC intermediate/poor risk — 294 in the pembro + axi arm, 298 in the sunitinib arm. Pembro + axi improved OS (HR 0.52, 95% CI 0.37-0.74; 12-mo rate 87.3% vs 71.3%), PFS (HR 0.67, 95% CI 0.53-0.85; median 12.6 vs 8.2 mo), and ORR (55.8% [95% CI 49.9-61.5] vs 29.5% [24.4-35.1]) in pts with intermediate/poor risk; CR rates were 4.8% (95% CI 2.6-7.9) vs 0.7% (0.1-2.4). Of the 578 pts with known status, 105 (18.2%) had sarcomatoid features — 51 in the pembro + axi arm, 54 in the sunitinib arm. Pembro + axi improved OS (HR 0.58, 95% CI 0.21-1.59; 12-mo rate 83.4% vs 79.5%), PFS (HR 0.54, 95% CI 0.29-1.00; median not reached vs 8.4 mo), and ORR (58.8% [95% CI 44.2-72.4] vs 31.5% [19.5-45.6]) in pts with sarcomatoid features; CR rates were 11.8% (95% CI 4.4-23.9) vs 0% (0.0-6.6). Conclusions: Pembro + axi provides benefit in the combined population of pts with IMDC intermediate or poor risk and in pts whose tumors had sarcomatoid features. The observed benefits were consistent with those seen in the total population. Clinical trial information: NCT02853331.
Clinical outcomes according to PD-L1 status and age in the prospective international SAUL study of atezolizumab (atezo) for locally advanced or metastatic urothelial carcinoma (UC) or non-UC of the urinary tract.
Authors: Sternberg Cora N. , Merseburger Axel Stuart , Choy Ernest , Castellano Daniel E. , Lopez-Rios Fernando , James Nicholas , Banna Giuseppe Luigi , De Giorgi Ugo , Masini Cristina , Bamias Aristotelis , Garcia del Muro Xavier , Powles Thomas , Duran Ignacio , Gedye Craig , Gamulin Marija , Zengerling Friedemann , Geczi Lajos , de Ducla Sabine , Fear Simon , Loriot Yohann
Published: May 2019

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Background: Atezo, a monoclonal antibody targeting PD-L1, is an approved therapy for locally advanced/metastatic UC based on IMvigor210 and IMvigor211 phase II and III trials. The single-arm SAUL study (NCT02928406) with a broader patient (pt) population demonstrated median overall survival (OS) of 8.7 months and a safety profile consistent with previous atezo trials. Methods: Pts with locally advanced/metastatic UC or non-UC of the urinary tract received atezo 1200 mg every 3 weeks until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Populations excluded from IMvigor211 (renal impairment, ECOG PS 2, treated asymptomatic CNS metastases, stable controlled autoimmune disease, concomitant steroids, HIV positive, non-UC) were eligible. The primary endpoint was safety; OS and overall response rate (ORR) were secondary endpoints. Predefined subgroup analyses included outcomes according to PD-L1 status (VENTANA SP142) and age in the overall population (and the IMvigor211-like subgroup for PD-L1). Results: Between Nov 2016 and Mar 2018, 1004 pts were enrolled; 997 received atezo. Efficacy is summarized below. Incidences of grade ≥3 treatment-related adverse events were similar irrespective of PD-L1 status (overall IC 0/1 vs 2/3: 11% vs 16%; IMvigor211-like IC 0/1 vs 2/3: 11% vs 15%) or age (≥65 y: 13%; ≥75 y: 12%; ≥80 y: 10%). Conclusions: OS and ORR appear more favorable in IC 2/3 vs IC 0/1 subgroups (overall and in the IMvigor211-like population). Atezo was effective and well tolerated across subgroups including elderly pts. Clinical trial information: NCT02928406. [Table: see text]
Circulating cell-free DNA (cfDNA) levels and fragmentation pattern can distinguish nonmuscle invasive (NMI) from muscle-invasive (MI) and metastatic (met) bladder cancer (BC).
Authors: Fallah Jaleh , Ganguly Shinjini , Li Hong , Wei Wei (Auston) , Balyimez Aysegul , Sitalaximi Thirunavukkarasu , Diaz-Montero C. Marcela , Rayman Patricia A. , Lamenza Marcelo , Dann Priscilla , Company Donna , Tendulkar Rahul D. , Abazeed Mohamed , Garcia Jorge A. , Ornstein Moshe Chaim , Rini Brian I. , Lee Byron H , Grivas Petros , Mian Omar Y.
Published: May 2019

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Background: Occult MI and met BC may be under-staged. Circulating cfDNA may be a dynamic, low-cost and minimally invasive biomarker. We evaluated correlations between total circulating cfDNA and presence of MIBC and met BC. We hypothesized that the relative abundance of circulating low molecular weight cfDNA would correlate with BC stage. Methods: Peripheral blood from pts with BC was collected in Streck BCT tubes and processed to obtain cf nucleic acid extracts. Total cfDNA quantity (ng/ml) was assessed by fluorimetry. cfDNA fragment size was measured by Bioanalyzer DNA analysis. Wilcoxon rank sum test and Fisher’s Exact test were used to compare cfDNA quantity and fragmentation pattern among pts with NMIBC, MIBC, met BC. Results: Blood was obtained from 58 pts with BC (20% women, 34% never smokers, median age 71 (29-89). There was no significant difference in cfDNA between MIBC and met BC, however, it was significantly lower in pts with NMIBC vs MIBC and met BC (table). The concentration of low molecular weight fragments (LMW-frags) (100 - 400) base pairs and the ratio of LMW-Frag to cfDNA were significantly different between pts with NMIBC and pts with MIBC or met BC (table). Using median values as the cutoff, there was a significantly higher proportion of pts with cfDNA > 7 ng/ml and LMW-frags > 1.6 ng/mL, in MIBC & met BC vs NMIBC (p < 0.001). The % of pts with LMW-frags to cfDNA > 30%, was significantly different among NMIBC, MIBC and met BC groups: 16%, 53%, 78%, respectively (p < 0.001). Conclusions: This exploratory study suggests that cfDNA levels may correlate with BC stage. Measuring the relative abundance of LMW-frags with the expected size of cf DNA can enhance the specificity of cfDNA analysis for distinction between MIBC and met BC. Further studies are needed to confirm findings and define the optimal cut-points for optimal BC staging. [Table: see text]
Nivolumab monotherapy in patients with advanced platinum-resistant urothelial carcinoma: Efficacy and safety update from CheckMate 275.
Authors: Siefker-Radtke Arlene O. , Baron Ari David , Necchi Andrea , Plimack Elizabeth R. , Pal Sumanta K. , Bedke Jens , Zakharia Yousef , Grimm Marc-Oliver , Bracarda Sergio , Retz Margitta , Ohyama Chikara , Grossfeld Gary , Collette Sandra , Sharma Padmanee , Galsky Matt D.
Published: May 2019

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Background: In the open-label, single-arm, phase 2 CheckMate 275 trial, objective response rate (ORR) for patients (pts) with metastatic urothelial carcinoma (mUC) with nivolumab (NIVO) was 20.4% with minimum follow-up of 21.3 mo. Here, we report updated efficacy and safety data with minimum follow-up of 33.7 mo. Methods: Pts with platinum-resistant locally advanced or metastatic urothelial carcinoma received NIVO 3 mg/kg until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. The primary endpoint was ORR by blinded independent review committee (BIRC) by RECIST v1.1 (including duration of response [DOR]). Secondary endpoints included progression-free survival (PFS) by BIRC, overall survival (OS), and ORR per investigator. Efficacy was evaluated in all treated pts and by tumor PD-L1 expression. Safety and PFS by investigator were exploratory endpoints. Results: ORR by BIRC was 20.7% (95% CI 16.1–26.1) including 18 (7%) complete responses (CR; with 1 additional CR since the last report; Table). ORR per investigator was similar (24.8%). Median DOR by BIRC was 20.3 mo (95% CI 11.5–31.3). Of 56 pts with best overall response (BOR) of CR or partial response (PR), 59% had a DOR ≥12 mo. Median PFS (mPFS) was 1.9 mo per BIRC (95% CI 1.9–2.3; Table) and 2.0 mo per investigator (95% CI 1.9–2.5). Median OS (mOS) was 8.6 mo (95% CI 6.1–11.3; Table). 12, 24, and 36-mo OS rates were 40%, 30%, and 22%. While efficacy was numerically higher in pts with tumor PD-L1 expression ≥1%, efficacy was observed in all pts (Table). Any-grade treatment-related adverse events occurred in 69% of pts (grade 3–4, 25%), mostly (59%) within the first 3 mo of initiating therapy. Conclusions: With long-term follow-up from CheckMate 275, NIVO continues to provide durable antitumor activity in pts with mUC. No new safety signals were noted. Clinical trial information: NCT02387996. [Table: see text]
Durability of complete response (CR) with atezolizumab (atezo) in locally advanced/metastatic urothelial carcinoma (mUC).
Authors: Loriot Yohann , Balar Arjun Vasant , Dreicer Robert , Hoffman-Censits Jean H. , Perez-Gracia Jose Luis , Petrylak Daniel Peter , Van Der Heijden Michiel Simon , Shen Xiaodong , Zhu Qian (Cindy) , Ding Beiying , Kaiser Constanze , Rosenberg Jonathan E.
Published: May 2019

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Background: Atezo (anti–PD-L1) has been shown to elicit CRs in a number of mUC patients (pts) in clinical trials. We sought to describe the kinetics, durability and outcomes associated with these CRs in Ph I (PCD) and II (IMvigor210) atezo studies, each with long-term follow-up. Methods: In PCD (pre-treated mUC) and IMvigor210 (Cohort 1, cisplatin-ineligible untreated mUC; Cohort 2, platinum-treated mUC), pts received atezo per protocol (Petrylak JAMA Oncol 2018; Balar Lancet 2017; Rosenberg Lancet 2016). This post hoc analysis descriptively assessed pt disposition, time to and duration of RECIST 1.1 response and overall survival in pts with CR. Results: CR rates were 13%, 8% and 7% in PCD, IMvigor210 Cohort 1 and Cohort 2, respectively. First response was PR in most pts with CR. Median CR duration was > 3 y in PCD, not estimable (NE) in IMvigor210 Cohort 1 and > 2 y in Cohort 2 (Table). At data cutoff, all but 2, 0 and 1 pts were alive, respectively; across studies, ≥ 40% of pts with CR were on treatment. CR pts had a first response (PR/CR) by a median of 3.5 cycles. Further pt characteristics and survival outcomes will be reported. Conclusions: Across Ph I/II atezo mUC studies, CRs appeared durable (median duration > 2 y) despite small pt numbers. Most pts with CR were alive, with responses ongoing after long-term follow-up (median follow-up > 30 mo). Clinical trial information: NCT01375842, NCT02951767, NCT02108652. [Table: see text]
Association of cell-free DNA (cfDNA) levels with myeloid-derived suppressor cells (MDSC) levels in blood of patients (pts) with muscle invasive (MI) and metastatic (met) bladder cancer (BC).
Authors: Fallah Jaleh , Ganguly Shinjini , Rayman Patricia A. , Wei Wei (Auston) , Balyimez Aysegul , Sitalaximi Thirunavukkarasu , Lamenza Marcelo , Stephans Kevin L. , Dann Priscilla , Company Donna , Tendulkar Rahul D. , Abazeed Mohamed , Garcia Jorge A. , Rini Brian I. , Lee Byron H , Ornstein Moshe Chaim , Grivas Petros , Mian Omar Y. , Diaz-Montero C. Marcela
Published: May 2019

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Background: cfDNA can be detected in healthy individuals but higher concentrations are present in pts with cancer. MDSC are immature immunosuppressive cells that can be mobilized from bone marrow by tumor-related factors. Higher blood MDSC levels have been associated with worse outcomes in pts with solid tumors including BC. We assessed correlations between cfDNA and MDSC levels in pts with MIBC and met BC. Methods: Peripheral blood from pts with MIBC and met BC was collected in Streck BCT tubes and processed to obtain cf nucleic acid extracts. Total cfDNA was determined by fluorimetry. Cell-free DNA fragment size was measured by Bioanalyzer DNA analysis; 100-400 bp fragments (mono- and di-nucleosomal fragments linked to granulocytic processing of apoptotic and necrotic tumor cells) were designated low molecular weight (LMW-frags). The % of MDSC (CD33+/HLADR-) and subtypes were measured. MDSC subtypes were defined as polymorphonuclear (PMN-MDSC: CD15+/CD14-), monocytic (M-MDSC: CD15-/CD14+) and uncommitted (UNC-MDSC: CD15-/CD14-). Spearman’s correlation test was used for analysis. Results: Blood from 37 pts (19% women, 40% never smokers) with MIBC or met BC was collected: 15 (41%) with MIBC and 22 (59%) with met BC at time of collection. There was a significantly positive correlation between total MDSC and cfDNA levels (r = 0.57, P = 0.0003). Among MDSC subtypes, there was a significantly positive correlation between PMN-MDSC and cfDNA levels (r = 0.61, P < 0.0001). The higher level of LMW-frags was significantly but moderately associated with higher total MDSC (r = 0.43, P 0.008) and PMN-MDSC (r = 0.41, P 0.01) levels. There was no significant correlation between cfDNA level and other MDSC subtypes. Conclusions: There was a positive correlation between total and PMN-MDSC with cfDNA levels in blood from pts with MIBC and met BC. That may suggest a putative role for MDSC in mediating cfDNA release into the circulation, consistent with prior reports of granulocyte-mediated ctDNA processing. Further studies need to identify mechanisms and implications of our findings and potential correlation with clinical outcomes.
Molecular biomarker analysis and survival in patients (pts) with advanced urothelial cancer (UC) previously treated with chemotherapy.
Authors: Szabados Bernadett , Rebelatto Marlon , Barker Craig , Milner Alvin , Lewis Arthur , Stokes Michael , Zajac Magda , Powles Thomas , Shire Norah J
Published: May 2019

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Background: The biomarkers PD-L1, FOXP3, and CD8 have been explored in pts with advanced UC who progressed after platinum-based chemotherapy (CTx). However, their relevance earlier in the disease process is less well understood. Methods: The Phase 2/3 LaMB study (NCT00949455) compared maintenance lapatinib vs placebo after first-line (1L) platinum-based CTx in pts with HER1/HER2-overexpressing stage IV advanced UC. Pre-CTx archival samples from this study were retrospectively analyzed and included both randomized and screen failure pts. PD-L1 expression was assessed (VENTANA SP263 Assay) and categorized as high (≥25% of tumor cells [TC] and/or immune cells [IC]) or low/negative ( < 25% TC and IC). Overall survival (OS) and progression-free survival (PFS) were estimated via Kaplan-Meier method; results were stratified by PD-L1 expression. The exploratory biomarkers CD8 and FOXP3 were also analyzed. The prognostic significance of the biomarkers was explored by multivariable Cox proportional hazards models and a bootstrap method for model selection. Results: Of 446 pts (232 randomized; 214 screened), 243 (54.5%) were assessed for PD-L1 expression, with 61 (25.1%) PD-L1 high and 158 (65.0%) PD-L1 low/negative. In PD-L1 high and low/negative pts, respectively, median OS (95% CI) was 12.0 (9.4–19.7) vs 12.5 months (10.4–15.5); median PFS (95% CI) was 6.5 (3.5–8.8) vs 5.0 months (4.3–6.3). PD-L1 expression was not associated with OS or PFS in univariate analysis or in a multivariate model for OS (hazard ratio [HR] for PD-L1 high vs low/negative 1.4 [95% CI, 0.8–2.3]). In a multivariate model for PFS, PD-L1 expression improved accuracy of the model by 23% and was a significant variable (HR, 2.1 [95% CI, 1.2–3.5]). Results of analyses of CD8 and FOXP3 will also be reported. Conclusions: Overall, these data suggest a lack of association between PD-L1 expression and survival in pts receiving 1L platinum-based CTx. Mechanisms underlying the potential association of PD-L1 expression with PFS remain unclear. CD8 and FoxP3 exploratory analyses may help to elucidate these results. Clinical trial information: NCT00949455.
Adenocarcinoma (ACB), urothelial carcinoma (UCB) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCCB) of the bladder: A Comprehensive Genomic Profiling (CGP) Study.
Authors: Jacob Joseph , Bratslavsky Gennady , Shapiro Oleg , Liu Nick , Ferry Elizabeth Kate , Basnet Alina , Elvin Julia Andrea , Vergilio Jo-Anne , Killian Jonathan Keith , Ramkissoon Shakti , Severson Eric Allan , Ali Siraj Mahamed , Chung Jon , Schrock Alexa Betzig , Reddy Prasanth , McGregor Kimberly , Alexander Brian , Miller Vincent A. , Necchi Andrea , Ross Jeffrey S.
Published: May 2019

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Background: We performed a CGP to compare the genomic alterations (GA) in ABC, UBC and SCCB. Methods: 143 cases of ACB, 2,142 cases of UCB and 83 cases of SCCB were subjected to CGP using a hybrid-capture based assay. Tumor mutational burden (TMB) was determined on 1.1 Mbp of sequenced DNA and microsatellite instability (MSI) was determined on 114 loci. PD-L1 expression was determined by IHC. Results: ABC patients were younger and more often female than UBC and SCCB (P < 0.0001). UBC and SCCB had a higher GA/tumor than ABC (P = 0.01). Un-targetable GA were similar in all 3 groups involving TP53 and KRAS. APC GA were more frequent in ABC whereas TERT, CDKN2A/B and DNA-repair genes ( ARID1A and KDM6A) more frequently altered in UBC and SCCB. Targetable MTOR pathway GA ( PIK3CA, TSC1, PTEN) were more frequent in UBC and SCCB as were targetable kinase alterations ( FGFR3 and ERBB2). The UBC and SCCB had a significantly higher TMB than ABC (P < 0.0001) including mean TMB and TMB > 20 mut/Mb (P < 0.0001). CD274 (PD-L1) was amplified more frequently in SCCB than ACB or UBC (P < 0.0001). MSI high status was very uncommon in all tumor types. Conclusions: Deep sequencing reveals that ABC features a widely different genomic profile from UBC and SCCB. UBC has the highest frequencies of targetable kinase GA and high TMB. SCCB has the highest frequencies of IO efficacy predicting biomarkers including mean TMB and PD-L1 amp. Nonetheless, ABC does feature potential kinase targets such as FGFR3 and ERBB2. [Table: see text]
Squamous-cell carcinoma variant histology (SCC-VH) in muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC): A comprehensive clinical, genomic, and therapeutic assessment from multiple datasets.
Authors: Bandini Marco , Pederzoli Filippo , Madison Russell , Briganti Alberto , Plimack Elizabeth R. , Ross Jeffrey S. , Niegisch Guenter , Yu Evan Y. , Bamias Aristotelis , Agarwal Neeraj , Sridhar Srikala S. , Rosenberg Jonathan E. , Bellmunt Joaquim , Galsky Matt D. , Gallina Andrea , Salonia Andrea , Montorsi Francesco , Ali Siraj Mahamed , Chung Jon , Necchi Andrea
Published: May 2019

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Background: Pure or predominant SCC-VH is not uncommon in MIBC. Nevertheless, very few data are available about the efficacy of neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC). Here, we examined the outcomes after NAC, explored novel therapeutic targets, and propose new results in these patients (pts) by integrating multiple datasets. Methods: Within RISC and San Raffaele databases (1990-2018), we identified 2858 MIBC pts with urothelial cancer (UC, N = 2229) or VH (N = 629) who received RC +/- NAC. Kaplan-Meier and Cox regression analyses compared cancer-specific survival (CSS) between SCC and UC with NAC stratification. Logistic regression models tested the odds of clinical-to-pathological downstaging (cT > pT). Foundation Medicine (FMI) dataset was queried for SCC-VH. 97 pts were assayed with hybrid-capture based comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP). Finally, we looked at the results from the PURE-01 study, that is now amended and enrolling pts with VH (NCT02736266). Results: Overall, 127 (4.4%) had predominant SCC-VH, 157 (5.5%) UC+SCC. Among the NAC-treated pts, SCC was the only VH (N = 44) significantly associated with worse CSS, (p < 0.001) and higher mortality (HR 2.10, p = 0.003) vs. UC. After NAC adjustment, SCC-VH showed lower rate of downstaging (3.7 vs 9.3%, OR 0.4, p = 0.028) vs. UC. Similar negative trends were confirmed in pN0 pts, where SCC exhibited worse CSS (p = 0.006) and higher mortality (HR 5.15, p = 0.002). In the FMI cohort, the median tumor mutational burden (TMB) of SCC was 6.25 mut/mb (vs 6.9 mut/mb of 1984 UC), 27% of pts having > 10 mut/mb and 14% > 20 mut/mb. Clinically relevant alterations occurred in PIK3CA (42%), CCND1 (15%), PTEN (9.3%), FGFR3 (9.3%), and ERBB2 (6.2%). In the PURE-01 study, 13/84 (15.5%) SCC-VH pts received pembrolizumab before RC. PD-L1 combined positive score was ≥10 in 11/13 pts; results yielded 4 pT0 (30.8%), 10 pT≤1 (76.9%), and no deaths (median FUP: 10.4 mo). Conclusions: We present a comprehensive assessment of SCC-VH in MIBC. SCC represents the VH with the lowest activity of NAC. While CGP revealed multiple opportunities for targeted therapy, the efficacy of neoadjuvant pembrolizumab in SCC is encouraging.
PD-L1/PD-1 expression as a predictor of response to BCG in patients with high-risk non–muscle invasive bladder cancer.
Authors: Roumiguie Mathieu , Comperat Eva , Neuzillet Yann , Nouhaud Francois-Xavier , Graffeille Vivien , Masson-Lecomte Alexandra , Colin Pierre , Audenet Francois , Houede Nadine , Larre Stephane , Xylinas Evanguelos , PIana Thomassin Jeanne , Cotte Juliette , Pignot Geraldine , Chaltiel Leonor , Roupret Morgan
Published: May 2019

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Background: Intravesical BCG instillation (IBI) is the gold standard adjuvant treatment after transurethral resection of the bladder in high risk non muscle invasive bladder cancer (HR-NMIBC). IBI induce a type of Th1 immune response requiring a recruitment of cytotoxic cells. This response is downregulated by the PD-1/PD-L1 checkpoint inhibitors through an inhibition of the action of CD8+ T cells against their target. Our purpose was to assess whether PD-1/PD-L1 expression was associated with IBI response in HR-NMIBC. Methods: Histologically confirmed HR-NMBC from 5 academic French institutions which underwent maintenance IBI were retrospectively included. The following data were collected: pathological stage, grade, concomitant carcinoma in situ, number of lesions and size. From a paraffin embedded samples of initial resection, a unique dedicated uropathologist quantified immunochemistry expression of CD3, CD8, PD-L1 (antibody SP263/ SP142, E1L3N, 28 8) in both tumour cells and tumoral microenvironment. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed using Cox proportional hazards model. Results: Overall 140 patients (median age 66.5 years, range:35-87; sex ratio male vs female:6:1) were included. The distribution of NMIBC tumour for stage and grade was: Ta 37.2% (n = 52), T1 62.8% (n = 88) and high grade 100% (n = 140) respectively. The median number of IBI which were delivered was 12 (range 7-36). The median length of follow-up was 54.24 mo (95% CI = 49.91-58.68). Overall, 25 patients (17.9%) had a recurrence/or progression. The 72mo Disease free survival (DFS) rate was 81.11% (95% CI = 72.20-87.41). Using univariate analysis, we found that Age (HR = 1.07; [1.02-1.12] p = 0.005), CD3/CD8 ratio (HR per 10 units = 3.43 [1.62-7.23] p = 0.014) and PD-L1(HR per 10 units = 1.65 [1.15-2.38] p = 0.046) were associated with DFS. In multivariate analysis, Age (HR = 1.07 [1.02-1.13] p = 0.009), CD3/CD8 ratio (HR per 10 units = 1.96 [1.28-3.00] p = 0.02) and PD-L1 expression in tumour cells (HR per 10 units = 3.38 [1.61-7.11] p = 0.01) remained significantly associated with DFS. Conclusions: PD-L1 expression in tumour cells and the T cells population in tumour microenvironment were both predictive factors of BCG response in HR-NMIBC. These results build a scientific rationale for pharmacological intervention on a molecular target using immuno-oncology.
Correlation of circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA), tissue-based genomic profiling and clinical efficacy in the biomarker directed Ph1b trial in metastatic bladder cancer (BISCAY).
Authors: Carroll Danielle , McEwen Rob , Kozarewa Iwanka , Harrington Elizabeth , L'Hernault Anne , Ratnayake Jayantha , Mather Richard , Hodgson Darren , Barrett J Carl , Cosaert Jan G. C. E. , Brachet Pierre Emmanuel , Grivas Petros , Chowdhury Simon , Powles Thomas , Landers Donal
Published: May 2019

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Background: BISCAY is a biomarker-directed Ph1b multi-arm platform study exploring the combination of targeted therapies with anti-PD-L1, Durvalumab, in advanced urothelial cancer. Methods: Next generation sequencing (NGS) of tumour tissue samples from > 380 patients(pts) was performed using the FoundationOne assay alongside IHC for PD-L1. ct DNA from pts enrolled in trial modules at treatment initiation was profiled using the Guardant Health OMNI platform assessing a panel of 500 genes. For a subset of pts, serial plasma samples were also analysed to monitor early signs of response vs. resistance and changes in ct DNA dynamics using a bespoke NGS panel of 10 genes. Results: To date 149 pts have been actively enrolled across 7 different biomarker selected and unselected treatment modules. Across all screened pts the most prevalent genomic alterations in tumour tissue were TERT promoter (65%), TP53 (59%), KMT2D 21%, KDM6A 21%, with the most common CNV CDKN2A/ B loss (32 %). All enrolled pts tested had detectable ctDNA in plasma. Similar genomic alterations, both frequency and type, were detected in both plasma ctDNA and tumour tissue with high concordance for module specific biomarkers used for patient allocation (80% (8/10) for ATM, BRCA1 and 2). Alterations in putative biomarkers predictive of response to anti-PD-L1, such as HRR/MMR alterations and high bTMB levels ( > 20mut/Mb) were observed in22% and 40% patient plasma samples, respectively. Correlations between biomarkers across modules treatment efficacy have been explored. Conclusions: All pts with advanced bladder cancer enrolled on BISCAY who were plasma profiled had detectable ctDNA; frequencies of genomic alterations (in both tumour tissue and plasma) were comparable to prior published data sets. ctDNA may be an attractive alternative to tissue-based NGS, providing comprehensive dynamic snapshots of genomic landscapes at the start and during therapy, and warrants further prospective investigation in trials.
A pilot safety study of gemcitabine and cisplatin (GC) with atezolizumab (A) as first-line therapy in patients (pts) with metastatic urothelial cancer (mUC).
Authors: Funt Samuel Aaron , Jatwani Karan , Makris Michelle , Regazzi Ashley Marie , Lee Chung-Han , Teo Min Yuen , McHugh Deaglan Joseph , McCoy Asia S. , Hettich Grace , Wong Phillip , Abu-Akeel Moshen , Wolchok Jedd D. , Merghoub Taha , Al-Ahmadie Hikmat , Ostrovnaya Irina , Chaim Joshua , Durack Jeremy C. , Iyer Gopa , Bajorin Dean F. , Rosenberg Jonathan E.
Published: May 2019

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Background: GC has a high overall response rate (ORR) but a high relapse rate in pts with untreated mUC. Inhibition of programmed death-ligand 1 (PD-L1) with A can lead to long-term survival, but single-agent ORR is modest. We report the outcomes of GC+A in a cohort pts with mUC. Methods: This study was designed to assess the safety of GC + A in 10 pts with untreated mUC prior to testing GC + A in a neoadjuvant study in pts with muscle-invasive disease. The primary endpoint was safety as assessed by a predefined dose limiting toxicity (DLT) rate during the first cycle in the first 6 pts. Total accrual goal was 10 pts to collect preliminary data on ORR and progression-free survival (PFS). RECIST 1.1 assessments were performed every 9 wks. Pts received 6 cycles of GC + A induction and then A maintenance every 3 wks. Results: No DLTs occurred during the first cycle in the first 6 pts. Grades 3-4 neutropenia and anemia occurred in 6/10 and 7/10 pts, respectively. Three pts required gemcitabine dose reductions for hematologic toxicity and 2 pts had febrile neutropenia. One pt discontinued cisplatin after 2 cycles for grade 3 hearing impairment but completed induction with gemcitabine and A. Only 1 pt discontinued study therapy due to treatment-related adverse events (AEs), including A-related grade 4 encephalopathy and grade 3 polyneuropathy. Three of 10 pts had visceral (liver or bone) metastases. Of the 10 pts, 1 pt is completing induction but meets initial criteria for partial response (PR), 8 pts had confirmed PR, and 1 pt had progressive disease (PD). Of 9 pts with confirmatory scans, the median PFS was 10.6 months (95% CI 6.7, N/A). Of 8 pts with confirmed PR, 5 eventually had PD, 1 has just completed induction, 1 remains without PD at 25 months, and 1 had consolidation surgery with a pathologic complete response and remains disease-free at 21 months. Conclusions: This 10 pt study met its primary safety endpoint. The neoadjuvant study is ongoing (NCT02989584). Although there were a substantial number of grade 3-4 toxicities, therapy was discontinued due to treatment-related AEs in only 1 pt. Immune correlative studies are ongoing. Clinical trial information: NCT02989584.
Preliminary phase 2 clinical results of IL-15RαFc superagonist N-803 with BCG in BCG-unresponsive non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) patients.
Authors: Chamie Karim , Lee John H. , Rock Amy , Rhode Peter R. , Soon-Shiong Patrick
Published: May 2019

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Background: Patients with non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) unresponsive to BCG therapy have limited treatment options. N-803 (also known as ALT-803) is an IL-15-based immunostimulatory protein complex (IL-15RαFc) that promotes proliferation and activation of natural killer (NK) cells and CD8+ T cells, but not regulatory T cells. Phase Ib data in BCG-naïve patients with NMIBC demonstrate that intravesical administration of N-803 with BCG induced complete response in all patients, without recurrences for the study duration of 24 months. Methods: An open-label, single-arm multicenter Phase 2 study of intravesical BCG plus N-803 in patients with BCG-unresponsive high-grade NMIBC (NCT03022825) was opened. The study has two cohorts: Cohort A, patients with BCG-unresponsive carcinoma in situ (CIS) [with or without Ta or T1 disease] and Cohort B, patients with BCG-unresponsive high-grade Ta/T1 disease. All treated patients receive intravesical N-803 plus BCG, similar to a standard induction and maintenance treatment schedule. The primary endpoint for Cohort A is incidence of complete response (CR) of CIS at any time, and the primary endpoint for Cohort B is disease-free rate at 12 months. Results: To date, forty-six patients have enrolled in this phase 2 trial (Cohort A (CIS), n = 23, Cohort B (Papillary), n = 23). Of eleven evaluable patients in Cohort A, nine patients (82%) have a reported CR. In addition, seven out of nine (78%) patients in Cohort A demonstrated CR at their 6-month response assessment. Of thirteen evaluable patients in Cohort B, ten patients (77%) showed no evidence of recurrence at their 3-month response assessment; of these, none (0/8) evaluated past 3 months have had disease recurrence. Three serious adverse events (AEs) have been reported (E coli infection, anemia, and bacteremia), with no immune-related AEs. Conclusions: Nine out of eleven (82%) patients with BCG-unresponsive CIS of the bladder demonstrated a complete response. Ten out of thirteen patients with BCG-unresponsive papillary NMIBC show no evidence of disease at first assessment. Intravesical N-803 plus BCG was well-tolerated and no patients experienced immune-related AEs. Clinical trial information: NCT03022825.
Biomarkers of outcomes in a randomized phase II trial of first-line paclitaxel, ifosfamide, and cisplatin (TIP) versus bleomycin, etoposide, and cisplatin (BEP) for intermediate- and poor-risk germ cell tumors (GCT).
Authors: Feldman Darren R. , Hu James S , Patil Sujata , Reuter Victor E. , Srinivas Sandy , Stadler Walter Michael , Costello Brian Addis , Milowsky Matthew I. , Appleman Leonard Joseph , Dorff Tanya B. , Bromberg Maria , Joseph Gabriella , Funt Samuel Aaron , Bajorin Dean F. , Bosl George J. , Quinn David I. , Motzer Robert J.
Published: May 2019

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Background: We previously reported no difference in favorable response rate (FRR) or PFS for TIP vs BEP. Here we present results of a pre-planned analysis of biomarkers of outcome. Methods: HCG and AFP were drawn on days 1 and 15 of each cycle and rates of decline classified as satisfactory [S] or unsatisfactory [US] by MSK (Motzer JCO 2007) and GETUG (Fizazi Lancet Oncol 2014) methods. IHC for ERCC1, RAD51, PARP1, HER-2, and p-AKT was performed on pre-treatment tumor samples. An H-score (0 – 300) was calculated for each stain (H = stain intensity [0 – 3] x % positive cells [0-100]). H-score and marker decline category were correlated with FRR (PR + CR) and PFS. Patients (pts) who received disease-stabilizing chemotherapy were excluded from marker analyses. Results: Of 91 pts, 80 did not receive disease-stabilizing treatment with 79 having sufficient marker values for analysis by the MSK method and 75 by GETUG. By MSK, 49 had S decline vs 30 US; by GETUG, 34 S vs 41 US. FRR and PFS were improved for pts with S vs US decline by both methods and remained significant by the MSK method when stratified by IGCCCG group (Table). IHC (n=77) quality was adequate in 71 to 73 pts (varied by stain) and was positive (H >0) for PARP in 68/73, ERCC1 in 54/71, RAD51 in 54/73, p-AKT in 5/72, and HER2 in 4/72. Only PARP1 was associated with outcome with worse PFS for the lowest expression tertile (H < 180; p=0.013). Conclusions: PARP1 expression and tumor marker decline rates, particularly by MSK method, were significantly associated with outcome to initial chemotherapy in int/poor risk GCT. Future trials incorporating marker decline into treatment allocation and validating the prognostic effect of PARP1 expression are warranted. Clinical trial information: NCT01873326. [Table: see text]
KEYNOTE-427 cohort B: First-line pembrolizumab (pembro) monotherapy for advanced non‒clear cell renal cell carcinoma (NCC-RCC).
Authors: Lee Jae-Lyun , Ziobro Marek , Gafanov Rustem , Matveev Vsevolod Borisovich , Suarez Cristina , Donskov Frede , Pouliot Frederic , Alekseev Boris Yakovlevich , Wiechno Pawel J. , Tomczak Piotr , Climent Miguel Ángel , Shin Sang Joon , Silverman Rachel Kloss , Perini Rodolfo F. , Schloss Charles , McDermott David F. , Atkins Michael B.
Published: May 2019

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Background: Efficacy of PD-1 inhibitors (or any therapy) in NCC-RCC has not been established. KEYNOTE-427 (NCT02853344) is a single-arm, open-label, phase 2 study of pembro monotherapy in patients (pts) with advanced clear cell RCC (cohort A) and NCC-RCC (cohort B). Cohort B results are presented. Methods: 165 pts with histologically confirmed NCC-RCC, no prior systemic therapy, measurable disease (RECIST v1.1), and KPS ≥70% enrolled. Pts received pembro 200 mg IV Q3W for 35 cycles (~2 y) or until progressive disease (PD), unacceptable toxicity, or withdrawal. Primary end point: objective response rate (ORR) per RECIST v1.1 by blinded independent central review. Additional end points: duration of response (DOR), population description by sarcomatoid differentiation, histology and PD-L1 expression (combined positive score [CPS] ≥1 for PD-L1+). Results: Histology was confirmed by a central pathologist: papillary 72% (n = 118), chromophobe 13% (n = 21), unclassified 16% (n = 26); 62% were PD-L1+. At analysis, 49 pts had died and 3 had withdrawn. At median follow-up of 11.1 mo (range, 0.9-21.3), 56% of pts discontinued pembro due to PD or clinical progression. Overall ORR was 24.8% (95% CI, 18.5-32.2; 8 [4.8%] CR, 33 [20.0%] PR). Median DOR was not reached. For responding pts, 81.5% had a response ≥6 mo. 12-mo PFS and OS rates were 22.8% and 72.0%, respectively. ORR (95% CI) was 25.4% (17.9-34.3) with papillary, 9.5% (1.2-30.4) with chromophobe, and 34.6% (17.2-55.7) with unclassified NCC-RCC; for responding pts, 82.1%, 50.0%, and 87.5% had a response ≥6 mo, respectively. Median DOR was not reached in any group. ORR (95% CI) was 44.7% (28.6-61.7) for pts with sarcomatoid differentiation (n = 38). ORR (95% CI) was 33.3% (24.3-43.4) and 10.3% (3.9-21.2) with CPS≥1 and CPS < 1, respectively. Grade 3-5 treatment-related adverse events (TRAEs) occurred in 11% of pts. 6 pts died of AEs, 2 of TRAEs (pneumonia and cardiac arrest). Conclusions: Single-agent pembro showed encouraging antitumor activity in NCC-RCC, especially with papillary or unclassified histology. Safety profile of pembro was as expected. Updated data with additional follow-up will be presented. Clinical trial information: NCT02853344.
Prognostic significance of CD73 expression in localized renal cell carcinoma (RCC).
Authors: Tripathi Abhishek , Xie Wanling , Flaifel Abdallah , Steinharter John A. , Stern Gatof Emily , Jennings Rebecca B , Bouchard Gabrielle , Fleischer Justin , Chanza Nieves M. , Gray Connor , Mantia Charlene , Wei Xiao X. , Giannakis Marios , McGregor Bradley Alexander , Choueiri Toni K. , McDermott David F. , Signoretti Sabina , Harshman Lauren Christine
Published: May 2019

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Background: CD73 or ecto-5'-nucleotidase mediates the de-phosphorylation of adenosine monophosphate to adenosine which promotes immunosuppression in the tumor microenvironment. Its prognostic significance in localized RCC has not been well characterized. Methods: We assessed CD73 protein expression using immunohistochemistry (Cell Signaling Technology, D7F9A, 1:25) on tissue microarrays (TMAs) containing tumor tissue from patients with pT1-4,N0-1, M0 RCC who underwent nephrectomy.CD73 expression was quantified using a combined score (CS: intensity x percentage of cells staining positive). CD73 positivity was defined as any CD73 expression on tumor cells (CS > 0). Patients were categorized into CD73 negative (CS = 0), low ( < median CS) and high (≥ median CS) groups. Clinical data was collected retrospectively.Baseline patient characteristics were compared between CD73 negative and positive (high + low) groups using the Cochran-Armitage trend test. Multivariable Cox regression evaluated associations of CD73 expression with disease-free and overall survival (DFS, OS) after adjusting for other baseline prognostic variables. Results: Of the 112 patients included, clear cell was the most common histology (70%) followed by chromophobe (12.5%), and papillary (12%) RCC. CD73 expression (CS > 0) was noted in 22% (n = 25) of tumors and was associated with more advanced stage (T3-4/N+: 37.5% vs. 25%; p = 0.02) and a trend towards higher nuclear grade (≥3: 48% vs. 35%; p = 0.07). Median follow-up from nephrectomy was 9.7 yrs. In multivariable analysis adjusting for nuclear grade ( < 3 vs. ≥3) and stage (T1-2, N0 vs. T3-4/N+), tumors with high CD73 expression had significantly worse DFS and OS (Table). Conclusions: CD73 expression was found in 22% of RCC patients and was associated with adverse pathologic features and poor prognosis independent of tumor stage and histologic grade. Our results provide strong rationale for further investigation of the CD73/adenosine pathway as a therapeutic target in RCC. [Table: see text]
Updated results from a randomized phase II study of cabazitaxel (CAB) versus abiraterone (ABI) or enzalutamide (ENZ) in poor prognosis metastatic CRPC.
Authors: Chi Kim N. , Taavitsainen Sinja , Iqbal Nayyer , Ferrario Cristiano , Ong Michael , Wadhwa Deepa , Hotte Sebastien J. , Lo Gregory , Tran Ben , Azad Arun , Wood Lori , Gingerich Joel Roger , North Scott A. , Pezaro Carmel Jo , Ruether Joseph D. , Sridhar Srikala S. , Bacon Jack , Vandekerkhove Gillian , Annala Matti , Wyatt Alexander William
Published: May 2019

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Background: The treatment for poor prognosis mCRPC includes taxanes and androgen receptor (AR) targeted therapy, however the optimal treatment is undefined. Methods: Patients (pts) with poor prognosis (liver metastases, early CRPC ( < 12 months from ADT start), and/or > 3 of 6 poor prognostic criteria (Chi et al, Annals of Oncol, 2016)) were randomized to receive CAB (Arm A) or AR targeted therapy (Arm B, ABI or ENZ by investigator choice) with cross over at progression. Primary objective was to determine the clinical benefit rate (CBR) (PSA decline ≥50% (PSA50), objective response (OR), or stable disease (SD) ≥ 12 weeks). Plasma was sampled serially for circulating tumour DNA (ctDNA). Results: 95 pts were randomized (Arm A: 45, Arm B: 50): 18% had liver mets, 88% early CRPC and 30% had > 3 of 6 poor prognostic criteria. 52% of pts had prior docetaxel, half for castration sensitive disease. Table summarizes 1st-line therapy outcomes. Baseline ctDNA fraction > 15% (median) was associated with shorter 1st-line progression-free survival (PFS) (median 2.8 vs 8.4 m, HR = 2.54, P < 0.001) and overall survival (OS) (median 14.0 vs 38.7 m, HR = 2.64, P = 0.001). ctDNA alterations in AR, TP53, PI3K pathway, RB1 and DNA repair were detected in 53%, 45%, 31%, 23%, and 21% of pts. Shorter PFS and OS were associated with AR gain (HR 2.57 (95% CI 1.63-4.06); HR 3.59, (1.9-6.69), respectively) and TP53 defects (HR 2.62 (CI 1.65-4.15); HR 3.33 (CI 1.8-6.14), respectively). Pts with concurrent defects in TP53 and RB1 had a trend for worse PFS/OS than pts with TP53 defect alone. AR rearrangements predicted to disrupt the ligand binding domain were detected in 6% of pts and had a shorter PFS (HR = 2.60 (1.11 - 6.09)) with a trend for shorter OS (HR = 2.27 (0.89 - 5.81)). Conclusions: In this poor prognosis cohort, 1st-line treatment with CAB had a higher clinical benefit rate than treatment with ABI/ENZA. Elevated ctDNA and genomic alterations in AR and TP53 were prognostic. Supported in part by Sanofi. Clinical trial information: NCT02254785. [Table: see text]
Phase 1b/2 study of enzalutamide (ENZ) with LY3023414 (LY) or placebo (PL) in patients (pts) with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) after progression on abiraterone.
Authors: Sweeney Christopher , Percent Ivor John , Babu Sunil , Cultrera Jennifer , Mehlhaff Bryan Allyn , Goodman Oscar B. , Morris David , Schnadig Ian D. , Albany Costantine , Shore Neal D. , Sieber Paul R , Guba Susan , Wang Minmin , Kang Suhyun , Wacheck Volker , Donoho Gregory P , Szpurka Anna M. , Callies Sophie , Lin Boris K. , Bendell Johanna C.
Published: May 2019

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Background: Preclinical and phase 1 results suggest PI3K/mTOR pathway inhibition may enhance androgen receptor inhibition. We report the results of a double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized Phase 1b/2 study of ENZ±LY (a dual PI3K/mTOR inhibitor) in pts with mCRPC who progressed on abiraterone. Methods: Phase 1b pts received single-agent LY 200 mg twice daily (BID) for 1 wk prior to starting LY+ENZ. Phase 2 pts were randomized 1:1 to 160 mg daily ENZ with PL or 200 mg BID LY on a 28-d cycle. The primary objective was progression-free survival (PFS: serological, radiographic [rPFS], or death) by PCWG2 criteria. Secondary objectives were rPFS, safety, decline in PSA, and PK. Exploratory biomarker analyses included outcomes by presence of androgen receptor variant 7 (AR-V7). 92 primary PFS events were needed for the study to have at least 80% power at one-sided alpha=0.20. Results: LY+ENZ was tolerable during Phase 1b with 1 dose limiting toxicity observed in 13 enrolled pts. Mean LY exposures remained in an efficacious range despite a 30% average decrease when combined with ENZ. In Phase 2, 129 pts were randomized to LY+ENZ (N=65) and PL+ENZ (N=64) (Table). Median PCWG2-PFS was 3.7 mos (LY+ENZ) vs 2.9 mos (PL+ENZ) (HR 0.66, 95% CI 0.43, 0.99; p-value 0.0208). Conclusions: Combination LY+ENZ had a clinically manageable safety profile. The primary end-point of PCWG2-PFS was met and is supported by a clinically meaningful delay in rPFS in AR-V7 negative pts. The biomarker data provide important insights to inform future development strategies. Clinical trial information: NCT02407054. [Table: see text]
Final results from the randomized CABADOC trial: Patient preference between cabazitaxel and docetaxel for first-line chemotherapy in metastatic castrate-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC).
Authors: Baciarello Giulia , Delva Remy , Gravis Gwenaelle , Tazi Youssef , Theodore Christine , Gross-Goupil Marine , Bompas Emmanuelle , Joly Florence , Lharidon Tifenn , Nguyen Tan Hon Thierry , Barthelemy Philippe , Culine Stephane , Berdah Jean Francois , Deblock Mathilde , Beuzeboc Philippe , Flechon Aude , Cheneau Caroline , Martineau Geraldine , Borget Isabelle , Fizazi Karim
Published: May 2019

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Background: Docetaxel and cabazitaxel represent now the standard of care in men with mCRPC with similar efficacy reported in metastatic first-line setting in the FIRSTANA phase 3 trial. We assessed patients’ preference between the two taxanes. Methods: Patients with taxane-naïve mCRPC were randomized in a 1:1 ratio to receive either docetaxel 75mg/m2/q3w x 4 followed by cabazitaxel 25mg/m2/q3w x 4 (DO-CA), or the reverse sequence (CA-DO). Randomization was stratified based on prior next generation AR axis inhibitors use. The primary endpoint was patient preference between taxanes, as assessed by questionnaires in patients who had received at least one cycle of each taxane and who had not experienced a progression while on the first taxane. Results: From June 2014 to October 2016, 195 men were randomized in 17 centers. After adjusting for the treatment period effect, more patients preferred cabazitaxel (43%) vs docetaxel (27%) (p < 0.004); 30% had no preference between taxanes. Fatigue, patient-defined quality of life, hair loss, and pain were the most common factors influencing patient preference. Febrile neutropenia was experienced by 5 (7.1%) men treated with cabazitaxel during the first period who received G-CSF and by 2 (7.1%) of those who did not. No febrile neutropenia was reported with docetaxel in both arms and with cabazitaxel during the 2nd period, irrespectively of the use of G-CSF. The incidence of diarrhea during the first 3-month period was slightly reduced with G-CSF use in men receiving cabazitaxel (32.1% vs 24.3%) but not in those receiving docetaxel (23.8% vs 25%). The median progression-free survival was 9.81 in the DO-CA arm and 9.33 months in the CA-DO arm. The median overall survival was also similar in the two groups (22.64 in the DO-CA arm and 20.73 months in the CA-DO arm. Conclusions: Although cabazitaxel and docetaxel have similar efficacy when used as first-line in mCRPC men, more patients prefer cabazitaxel. Clinical trial information: NCT02044354.