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Molecular analysis of secondary kinase mutations in imatinib-resistant gastrointestinal stromal tumors.
Medical oncology (Northwood, London, England) - 1 Jan 2008
Lim Ken-Hong, Huang Ming-Jer, Chen Li-Tzong, Wang Tsang-En, Liu Chien-Liang, Chang Cheng-Shyong, Liu Mei-Chin, Hsieh Reuy-Kuen, Tzen Chin-Yuan
Abstract excerpt
Most gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are associated with activating kinase mutation in KIT or platelet-derived growth factor receptor alpha (PDGFRA) gene, and imatinib has revolutionized the care of advanced GISTs. However, most patients gradually developed resistance to imatinib. We intend to identify the secondary kinase mutations in imatinib-resistant GISTs and to study the relationship between...
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