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[Prediction of EGFR blockade responses in metastatic colorectal carcinoma].
Ceskoslovenska patologie - 1 Jan 2000
Fabian Pavel, Němeček Radim
Abstract excerpt
The combination of modern systemic chemotherapy and anti-EGFR monoclonal antibodies improves overall survival and the quality of life for patients with metastatic colorectal cancer. By contrast, the addition of anti-EGFR therapy to the treatment regime of resistant patients may lead to worse progression-free and overall survival. Therofore, identifying sensitive and resistant patients is key during initial...
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