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Published on: February 16, 2024
Molecular-targeted Therapy for Precision Medicine in Gastrointestinal Cancer: Advancement in Cancer Targeting
Rohitas Deshmukh1, Shekhar Verma2, Phool Singh Yaduwanshi3
1Department of Pharmacy, Institute of Pharmaceutical Research, GLA University, Mathura, U.P., India.
Abstract:
Gastrointestinal (GI) cancer represent significant health challenges, affecting the digestive system with often subtle symptoms that can delay diagnosis. GI cancers account for a higher global mortality rate than any other cancer, largely due to the limited availability of highly effective treatment options." Due to next-generation sequencing and new preclinical model tools, that we have learned more regarding its pathophysiology and molecular changes. Every molecular subtype has been characterised molecularly and new treatment targets have been found. Furthermore, tumour xenografts and organoids are grown from patients and are increasingly powerful resources for investigating GI patients' genetic evolution, identifying biomarkers, screening drugs, and conducting preclinical evaluations of personalised medicine approaches. Gastrointestinal (GI) cancer research is rapidly evolving, with recent advancements in precision medicine and immunotherapy offering new treatment options. Cuttingedge therapies, such as immune checkpoint inhibitors and targeted therapies like BRAF and HER2 inhibitors, are showing promise in treating specific types of GI cancers. These changes are making it possible for the age of precision medicine to use a mix of clinical, genomebased, and phenotype-based methods to diagnose and treat each GI patient individually. Clinical trials are exploring novel combinations of therapies to enhance survival rates and reduce side effects for patients with GI cancers, including colorectal, gastric, and pancreatic cancers. These developments are reshaping the future of gastrointestinal oncology. The purpose of this review is to study the current state of knowledge about predictive biomarkers, prospective novel targeted treatments, potential causes of conflicting trial outcomes, and the prospects for precision medicine in gastric cancer in the future.
Insights
Gastrointestinal cancer research is advancing with precision medicine and immunotherapy, offering new targeted treatments and personalized approaches for better patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Molecular Biology
- Genetics
Background:
- Gastrointestinal (GI) cancers pose significant global health challenges due to late diagnosis and limited effective treatments.
- Advances in next-generation sequencing and preclinical models have improved understanding of GI cancer pathophysiology and molecular subtypes.
- Tumor xenografts and organoids are crucial for studying genetic evolution, biomarker discovery, and personalized medicine in GI cancers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current knowledge on predictive biomarkers for GI cancers.
- To explore novel targeted treatments and their potential in precision medicine.
- To examine conflicting clinical trial outcomes and future prospects for gastric cancer treatment.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of recent advancements in GI cancer research.
- Analysis of molecular characterization of GI cancer subtypes.
- Evaluation of preclinical models, including xenografts and organoids.
- Assessment of precision medicine strategies and clinical trial data.
Main Results:
- Precision medicine, incorporating clinical and genomic data, enables individualized GI cancer diagnosis and treatment.
- Novel therapies like immune checkpoint inhibitors and targeted agents (BRAF, HER2) show promise for specific GI cancers.
- Clinical trials are investigating combination therapies to improve survival and reduce side effects in colorectal, gastric, and pancreatic cancers.
Conclusions:
- Gastrointestinal oncology is being reshaped by precision medicine and immunotherapy.
- Personalized treatment strategies hold significant promise for improving outcomes in GI cancer patients.
- Continued research into biomarkers and novel therapeutic combinations is essential for advancing GI cancer care.
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