Diffuse intrinsic pontine gliomas: A systematic update on clinical trials and biology

M.H.A. Jansen, D.G. van Vuurden, W.P. Vandertop, G.J.L. Kaspers

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Abstract

Patients with diffuse intrinsic pontine gliomas (DIPG) have a poor prognosis. Although DIPG constitute only 10-15% of all pediatric brain tumors, they are the main cause of death in this group. Despite 26 clinical trials in newly diagnosed DIPG in the past 5 years (including several targeted agents), there is no clear improvement in prognosis. However, knowledge on DIPG biology is increasing, mainly due to the (re)introduction of biopsies and autopsies, the possibility of gene expression profiling, and the development of in vivo models. Translation of this knowledge into clinical trials in combination with improved drug distribution methods may eventually lead to more effective treatment of this devastating disease. (C) 2011 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved
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Pages (from-to)27-35
JournalCancer Treatment Reviews
Volume38
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2012

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