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Activating mutations in ALK kinase domain confer resistance to structurally unrelated ALK inhibitors in NPM-ALK-positive anaplastic large-cell lymphoma.
Journal of cancer research and clinical oncology - 1 Apr 2014
Zdzalik Daria, Dymek Barbara, Grygielewicz Paulina, Gunerka Pawel, Bujak Anna, Lamparska-Przybysz Monika, Wieczorek Maciej, Dzwonek Karolina
Abstract excerpt
PURPOSE: Crizotinib, the first FDA-approved ALK inhibitor, showed significant antitumor activity in young patients with anaplastic large-cell lymphoma (ALCL) frequently displaying ALK rearrangement. However, long-term therapeutic benefits of crizotinib are limited due to development of drug resistance. CH5424802--more potent and selective ALK inhibitor--comprises a good candidate for second-line treatment in...
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