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How to Manage & Treat Pancreatic Cancer
Join us in this insightful episode of the Oncology Brothers podcast as we dive deep into the current treatment landscape of pancreatic cancer. Drs. Rohit and Rahul Gosain are joined by Dr. Emil Lou, a medical and neuro-oncologist from the University of Minnesota, to discuss the challenges and advancements in managing this complex disease.
In this episode, we covered:
• The importance of a multidisciplinary approach in treating early-stage pancreatic cancer.
• The role of neoadjuvant and adjuvant therapies, including the latest insights on chemotherapy regimens like FOLFIRINOX, nal-IRI and gemcitabine.
• The significance of germline and next-generation sequencing (NGS) testing in personalizing treatment plans.
• The current state of clinical trials and emerging therapies, including PARP inhibitors for BRCA mutations and the implications of ctDNA testing.
• Prognostic discussions around metastatic pancreatic cancer and the importance of managing side effects to improve patient quality of life.
Key takeaways include the necessity of balancing treatment efficacy with adverse events, the critical role of genetic testing, and the need for vigilance regarding venous thromboembolism (VTE) in pancreatic cancer patients.
Don't miss this comprehensive discussion that aims to shed light on the ongoing efforts to improve outcomes for patients battling pancreatic cancer.
YouTube: https://youtu.be/HCKQxmOqRTI
Follow us on social media:
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Join us in this insightful episode of the Oncology Brothers podcast as we dive deep into the current treatment landscape of pancreatic cancer. Drs. Rohit and Rahul Gosain are joined by Dr. Emil Lou, a medical and neuro-oncologist from the University of Minnesota, to discuss the challenges and advancements in managing this complex disease.
In this episode, we covered:
• The importance of a multidisciplinary approach in treating early-stage pancreatic cancer.
• The role of neoadjuvant and adjuvant therapies, including the latest insights on chemotherapy regimens like FOLFIRINOX, nal-IRI and gemcitabine.
• The significance of germline and next-generation sequencing (NGS) testing in personalizing treatment plans.
• The current state of clinical trials and emerging therapies, including PARP inhibitors for BRCA mutations and the implications of ctDNA testing.
• Prognostic discussions around metastatic pancreatic cancer and the importance of managing side effects to improve patient quality of life.
Key takeaways include the necessity of balancing treatment efficacy with adverse events, the critical role of genetic testing, and the need for vigilance regarding venous thromboembolism (VTE) in pancreatic cancer patients.
Don't miss this comprehensive discussion that aims to shed light on the ongoing efforts to improve outcomes for patients battling pancreatic cancer.
YouTube: https://youtu.be/HCKQxmOqRTI
Follow us on social media:
• X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/oncbrothers
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oncbrothers
• Website: https://oncbrothers.com/
Subscribe to our channel for more discussions on oncology and stay updated on the latest in cancer treatment!
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