Iván R. González, Medical Oncologist at Comprehensive Oncology Center, Hospital Ángeles Puebla, shared a post on X:
“The inhibition of immune checkpoint points in early-stage NSCLC treatment is showing promising results:
- Immunotherapy combined with neoadjuvant chemotherapy significantly improves surgical outcomes and long-term survival.
- The combination of immune checkpoint inhibitors and platinum-based chemotherapy is preferred over chemotherapy alone due to lower risk of surgical omission.
- Despite advances, the 5-year survival rate remains suboptimal, with many patients experiencing relapse and death from metastatic progression.
- Numerous questions persist regarding the optimal strategy, underscoring the need for further research.
- Case-by-case discussions in multidisciplinary boards are crucial for addressing challenges and optimizing treatment strategies.
In conclusion immune checkpoint inhibition is transforming early-stage lung cancer treatment, enhancing outcomes and survival. While promising, additional research is needed to address remaining challenges and optimize clinical application.”
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