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Prognostic value of acquired resistance-related molecules in Japanese patients with NSCLC treated with an EGFR-TKI.
Anticancer research - 1 Sept 2012
Uramoto Hidetaka, Yamada Tadaaki, Yano Seiji, Kondo Nobuyuki, Hasegawa Seiki, Tanaka Fumihiro
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BACKGROUND: Most patients with lung cancer experience relapse, although epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) of tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI) has an astounding effect on tumors with EGFR-activating mutations. It is therefore critical to determine the mechanisms of resistance against agents and the prognostic value of acquired resistance-related molecules to EGFR-TKI. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Tumor specimens...
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