Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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10924435 | Seminars in Oncology | 2013 | 15 Pages |
Abstract
Currently approved treatments for metastatic renal cell carcinoma (RCC) include vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF)-blocking agents, mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) inhibitors, and cytokine therapy. In the near future, we are likely to add immune checkpoint blocking agents to this list. As we develop treatment platforms around each therapeutic class, determining which drug is best for a particular patient becomes increasingly important. At this point, we do not have validated predictive biomarkers for patients with RCC. Here, we discuss the logistical challenges surrounding biomarker development, summarize the current crop of biomarker candidates, and explore potential avenues for the development of more effective predictive tools for patients with advanced RCC.
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Authors
Jesus Garcia-Donas, Cristina Rodriguez-Antona, Eric Jonasch,