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Targeting Angiogenesis Alone and in Combination with Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors in Advanced Gastroesophageal Malignancies.

Alireza TojjariRobin ParkJames YuAnwaar Saeed
Published in: Current gastroenterology reports (2024)
Emerging evidence from clinical trials, such as the INTEGRATE IIa trial with regorafenib and studies involving apatinib and sunitinib, underscores the efficacy of targeting the VEGFR pathway. These studies indicate substantial benefits in progression-free survival (PFS) and overall survival (OS) in patients with advanced stages of the disease who have limited treatment options. Additionally, the recent introduction of combination therapies involving ICIs has shown an increased response rate, suggesting a promising direction for future treatment protocols. The landscape of treatment for gastroesophageal malignancies is rapidly evolving. Research is now pivoting from conventional chemotherapy to a more nuanced approach that includes targeted therapy and immunotherapy.
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