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ASCO 2021 — Is it safe to take a break from CRC treatments?

Cristina Ferrario — Agenzia Zoe   |   Conference Report   |   11 June 2021
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Takeaway

  • In patients with metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) that is stable or responding after induction treatment, maintenance capecitabine almost doubles PFS, with no significant OS benefits.
  • Data support the use of treatment breaks for these patients.
  • Capecitabine is a reasonable option to discuss with patients.

Why this matters

  • A maintenance...

          

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