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Top advances of the year: Small cell lung cancer – ACS Journal Cancer
Mar 12, 2025, 11:19

Top advances of the year: Small cell lung cancer – ACS Journal Cancer

Top Advances in Small Cell Lung Cancer: A Commentary by Misty D. Shields et al.

The ACS Journal Cancer recently shared a new commentary by Misty D. Shields, Anne Chiang, and Lauren Averett Byers, highlighting the top advances of the year in small cell lung cancer (SCLC).

This in-depth article explores the latest breakthroughs in SCLC, offering insights into recent therapeutic developments and evolving treatment strategies. Shields and her co-authors provide a comprehensive analysis of key research findings that are shaping the future of SCLC management.

As the landscape of lung cancer treatment continues to evolve, this commentary serves as a valuable resource for oncologists and researchers, shedding light on promising innovations in the field.

Summary: 2024 Breakthroughs in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)

  • Immunotherapy Advances: Consolidative durvalumab for limited-stage SCLC and lurbinectedin with atezolizumab for extensive-stage SCLC improved outcomes.
  • New Therapies: Tarlatamab, an anti-DLL3 bispecific T-cell engager, and antibody-drug conjugates showed promise.
  • Precision Medicine: Biomarker studies like SWOG S1929 and neuroendocrine subtyping in SWOG S2409 (PRISM) trial aimed to personalize treatments.
  • Advocacy: The Small Cell SMASHERS group amplified support for SCLC research and patient care.

Top advances of the year: Small cell lung cancer.

Authors: Misty D. Shields, et al.

 

Top advances of the year: Small cell lung cancer - ACS Journal Cancer