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Retrospective exploratory analysis of VEGF polymorphisms in the prediction of benefit from first-line FOLFIRI plus bevacizumab in metastatic colorectal cancer.
BMC cancer - 14 Jun 2011
Loupakis Fotios, Ruzzo Annamaria, Salvatore Lisa, Cremolini Chiara, Masi Gianluca, Frumento Paolo, Schirripa Marta, Catalano Vincenzo, Galluccio Nadia, Canestrari Emanuele, Vincenzi Bruno, Santini Daniele, Bencardino Katia, Ricci Vincenzo, Manzoni Mariangela, Danova Marco, Tonini Giuseppe, Magnani Mauro, Falcone Alfredo, Graziano Francesco
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Molecular predictors of bevacizumab efficacy in colorectal cancer have not been identified yet. Specific VEGF polymorphisms may affect gene transcription and therefore indirectly influence the efficacy of bevacizumab. METHODS: Genomic DNA of 111 consecutive metastatic colorectal cancer patients treated with first-line FOLFIRI plus bevacizumab was obtained from blood samples. VEGF -2578 C/A, -1498 C/T,...
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