Targeting molecular pathways to control immune checkpoint inhibitor toxicities

Targeting molecular pathways to control immune checkpoint inhibitor toxicities

Immune checkpoint blockade has revolutionized cancer treatment, offering the potential for durable responses. However, a significant challenge remains: many patients experience immune-related adverse events, which can necessitate treatment pauses or even discontinuation.

A study was published on Trends in Immunology about the growing use of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) in the treatment of various solid tumors and their associated rise in immune-related adverse events (irAEs).

“Targeting molecular pathways to control immune checkpoint inhibitor toxicities”

Authors: Robin Reschke, Ryan J. Sullivan, Evan J. Lipson, Alexander H. Enk, Thomas F. Gajewski, Jessica C. Hassel

Targeting molecular pathways to control immune checkpoint inhibitor toxicities

Robin Reschke, Max-Eder Junior Research Group Leader at National Center for Tumor Diseases (NCT) Heidelberg, the first author of this article, shared about the study on LinkedIn, adding:

“Hot off the press!  What an amazing early birthday gift.

Thrilled to share an incredible collaboration with some of the world’s leading institutions: Harvard University, Johns Hopkins University,  University of Chicago and Heidelberg University

Immune checkpoint blockade has revolutionized cancer treatment, offering the potential for durable responses. However, a significant challenge remains: many patients experience immune-related adverse events, which can necessitate treatment pauses or even discontinuation.

If you’re curious about the diverse mechanisms behind immunotherapy-induced toxicities and how personalized medicine can help treat them, this is a must-read!”