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Yüksel Ürün: Immunotherapy works in elderly, but data gaps remain

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Feb 3, 2025, 17:11

Yüksel Ürün: Immunotherapy works in elderly, but data gaps remain

Yüksel Ürün, Medical Oncology professor at Ankara University School of Medicine, shared a post on X:

“Immunotherapy works in elderly, but data gaps remain.

– Most cancer patients are ≥65, yet underrepresented in RCTs.
– Aging alters immunity, affecting ICI efficacy and irAEs.
– Inclusion matters. Real-world data needed.”

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