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[Chinese multidisciplinary expert consensus on the rational use of surufatinib in clinical practice(2024 edition)]
Abstract:
Neuroendocrine neoplasms are a group of heterogeneous tumors originating from the neuroendocrine system, which can occur in any part of the body. Pulmonary and gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors are the most common. In recent years, the global incidence of neuroendocrine tumors has increased more significantly than other types of tumors, especially in the past 40 years. The drug treatment of neuroendocrine tumors includes somatostatin analogues, anti-angiogenesis targeting drugs, nuclide therapy and chemotherapy. Surufatinib is an oral tyrosine kinase receptor inhibitors that targets for vascular endothelial growth factor receptor (VEGFR1-3), fibroblast growth factor receptor 1 (FGFR1), and colony-stimulating factor-1 receptor (CSF-1R), has received approval in 2020 and 2021 for the treatment of locally advanced or metastatic, progressive nonfunctional, well-differentiated (G1, G2) neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) of both pancreatic and extrapancreatic origin that are unresectable. Ongoing exploratory studies are investigating its potential application in other tumor types. Common adverse reactions observed during surufatinib treatment include hypertension, proteinuria, bleeding events, and hepatic lab test abnormal and diarrhea. Chinese multidisciplinary expert consensus on the rational use of surufatinib in clinical practice (2024 edition) aims to provide standardized guidance for its rational use and enhance patient compliance to maximize therapeutic benefits.
Insights
Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) are increasing globally. Surufatinib offers a new oral treatment option for unresectable NETs, with expert consensus guiding its rational clinical use.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs) are diverse tumors with rising global incidence.
- Pulmonary and gastroenteropancreatic NENs are most common, impacting various body sites.
- Current treatments include somatostatin analogues, anti-angiogenesis drugs, nuclide therapy, and chemotherapy.
Framework:
- Surufatinib, an oral tyrosine kinase inhibitor, targets VEGFR, FGFR1, and CSF-1R.
- Approved in 2020/2021 for unresectable, progressive, nonfunctional, well-differentiated NETs (G1, G2) of pancreatic and extrapancreatic origin.
- Exploratory studies are evaluating surufatinib in other tumor types.
Implementation:
- Common adverse reactions include hypertension, proteinuria, bleeding, abnormal liver tests, and diarrhea.
- Chinese multidisciplinary expert consensus provides guidance for surufatinib's rational use.
- The consensus aims to standardize treatment and improve patient compliance for maximal therapeutic benefit.
Implications:
- Surufatinib represents a significant advancement in oral targeted therapy for NETs.
- Expert consensus ensures standardized and optimized application of surufatinib in clinical practice.
- Enhanced understanding and application of surufatinib are expected to improve patient outcomes in NET management.
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