Can low-dose intravenous bevacizumab be as effective as high-dose bevacizumab for cerebral radiation necrosis?

Although intravenous bevacizumab (IVBEV) is the most promising treatment for cerebral radiation necrosis (CRN), there is no conclusion on the optimal dosage. Our retrospective study aimed to compare the efficacy and safety of high-dose with low-dose IVBEV in treating CRN associated with radiotherapy for brain metastases (BMs). This paper describes 75 patients who were diagnosed with CRN secondary to radiotherapy for BMs, treated with low-dose or high-dose IVBEV and followed up for a minimum of 6 months. The clinical data collected for this study include changes in brain MRI, clinical symptoms, and corticosteroid usage before, during, and after IVBEV treatment. At the 3-month mark following administration of IVBEV, a comparison of two groups revealed that the median percentage decreases in CRN volume on T2-weighted fluid-attenuated inversion recovery and T1-weighted gadolinium contrast-enhanced image (T1CE), as well as the signal ratio reduction on T1CE, were 65.8% versus 64.8% (p = 0.860), 41.2% versus 51.9% (p = 0.396), and 37.4% versus 35.1% (p = 0.271), respectively. Similarly, at 6 months post-IVBEV, the median percentage reductions of the aforementioned parameters were 59.5% versus 62.0% (p = 0.757), 39.1% versus 31.3% (p = 0.851), and 35.4% versus 28.2% (p = 0.083), respectively. Notably, the incidence of grade ≥3 adverse events was higher in the high-dose group (n = 4, 9.8%) than in the low-dose group (n = 0). Among patients with CRN secondary to radiotherapy for BMs, the administration of high-dose IVBEV did not demonstrate superiority over low-dose IVBEV. Moreover, the use of high-dose IVBEV was associated with a higher incidence of grade ≥3 adverse events compared with low-dose IVBEV.     

Atezolizumab and bevacizumab-induced encephalitis in advanced hepatocellular carcinoma: Case report and literature review

Introduction:On the basis of the results of the IMBRAVE-150 trial, the combination of atezolizumab, a programmed cell death ligand 1 (PD-L1) antibody, as well as bevacizumab, a vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) antibody, represents a promising novel first-line therapy in patients with advanced hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Despite favorable safety data, serious adverse events have been described. However, central nervous system complications such as encephalitis have rarely been reported. We present the case of a 70-year-old woman with hepatitis C virus (HCV)-related liver cirrhosis and advanced HCC who developed severe encephalitis after only one cycle of atezolizumab/bevacizumab.Patient concerns:Ten days after administration, the patient presented with confusion, somnolence, and emesis. Within a few days, the patient''s condition deteriorated, and mechanical ventilation became necessary.Diagnosis:Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis showed increased cell count and elevated protein values. Further work-up revealed no signs of an infectious, paraneoplastic, or other autoimmune cause.Intervention:Suspecting an atezolizumab/bevacizumab-related encephalitis, we initiated a high-dose steroid pulse therapy as well as repeated plasmapheresis, which resulted in clinical improvement and remission of CSF abnormalities.Outcome:Despite successful weaning and transfer to a rehabilitation ward, the patient died of progressive liver cancer 76 days after initial treatment with atezolizumab/bevacizumab, showing no response.Conclusion:This case illustrates that rapid immunosuppressive treatment with prednisolone can result in remission even of severe encephalitis. We discuss this case in the context of available literature and previously reported cases of atezolizumab-induced encephalitis in different tumor entities, highlighting the diagnostic challenges in oncologic patients treated with immune checkpoint-inhibitors.     

Bevacizumab (Avastin)抑制角膜新生血管的应用新进展

诱发角膜新生血管的因素涉及各种生长因子。研究表明:在角膜新生血管中广泛存在的血管内皮生长因子(vascular endothelial growth factor,VEGF)起着主要作用。一种可行的治疗角膜新生血管策略是:通过特异性的中和抗VEGF抗体竞争性的结合VEGF,从而抑制VEGF活性。近年来,利用抗VEGF治疗策略,抑制脉络膜新生血管获得了很好的效果。靶向VEGF治疗药物的疗效和安全性已经证明。因此我们设想,局部应用新的抗VEGF药物,如贝伐单抗、兰尼单抗等可以有效地抑制角膜新生血管,恢复角膜透明和视力。     

Overlap of Thrombotic Microangiopathy and Mesangial Proliferative Glomerulonephritis Caused by Combination Therapy with Atezolizumab and Bevacizumab

Vascular endothelial growth factor inhibitors and checkpoint inhibitors are effective treatments for solid tumors. These new classes of anti-cancer agents frequently cause kidney-related side effects. Although their anti-cancer effects may be enhanced when used in combination, the severity of their kidney-related side effects is unknown. We herein report the first case of thrombotic microangiopathy and mesangial proliferative glomerulonephritis caused by combined treatment with atezolizumab and bevacizumab in a 74-year-old man with hepatocellular carcinoma. The combination therapy was discontinued and replaced with intravenous methylprednisolone followed by oral prednisolone. Subsequently, the urinary protein excretion levels declined.     

中国卵巢上皮性癌维持治疗指南(2021年版)

卵巢恶性肿瘤是女性生殖系统常见的恶性肿瘤之一,中国人群卵巢癌新发病例为52100例/年,死亡达22500例/年[1].由于缺乏有效的早期筛查手段,患者就诊时多为晚期,中国卵巢癌患者5年生存率约为40％[2].近年来,随着抗血管生成药物、聚腺苷二磷酸核糖聚合酶(poly ADP-ribose polymerase,PAR...     

The Boston Ocular Surface Prosthesis as a Novel Drug Delivery System for Bevacizumab

Corneal neovascularization causes deterioration of visual acuity and increases surface irregularities. Various techniques have been employed to help control the progression of corneal neovascularization; bevacizumab is a medication that targets the specific pathway of corneal neovascularization. The Boston Ocular Surface Prosthesis (BOSP) is a large diameter contact lens that aids in maintaining corneal surface integrity and may serve as a delivery system for topical bevacizumab. This paper reviews five patients who were treated with topical bevacizumab in their BOSP. All patients demonstrated improvement in their visual acuity and clinical exam. No adverse reactions were noted.     

贝伐单抗联合多西他赛化疗方案对转移性乳腺癌患者的临床疗效

目的 探讨贝伐单抗联合多西他赛化疗方案对转移性乳腺癌患者的临床疗效.方法 入组87例患者依据随机数字表法随机分为观察组(45例)和对照组(42例).观察组采用贝伐单抗联合多西他赛化疗,对照组采用卡培他滨联合多西他赛化疗.2组均以21 d为1周期,共化疗3周期.对比分析2组总有效率、生活质量以及不良反应.结果 观察组有效率(64.45%)显著高于对照组(40.47%),差异有统计学意义(P<0.05);观察组生活质量改善率(68.89%)高于对照组(40.48%),差异有统计学意义(P<0.05);观察组胃肠道反应、骨髓抑制、手足综合征等不良反应发生率均低于对照组,差异有统计学意义(P均< 0.05);2组1 a生存率比较差异无统计学意义(P>0.05).结论 贝伐单抗联合多西他赛化疗方案对转移性乳腺癌患者临床疗效显著,可明显改善患者生活质量,降低不良反应发生率,值得进一步推广应用.