Background and aims: Pediatric-type low-grade gliomas (pLGGs) are the most common solid tumors in children, with v-raf murine sarcoma viral oncogene homolog B (BRAF) mutations playing a significant role in their development. Dabrafenib and trametinib are targeted therapies that are recently approved by Food and Drug Administration for pediatric patients with pLGG harboring a BRAF V600E mutation.
Body: This study emphasizes the role of Dabrafenib and Trametinib in pLGG. A multicenter Phase I/II trial demonstrated the superior efficacy of dabrafenib plus trametinib (D+T) compared to carboplatin plus vincristine (C+T), with higher overall response rates, clinical benefit rates, and longer progression-free survival. The safety profile of dabrafenib plus trametinib (D+T) was favorable, with fewer discontinuations and adverse events compared to the control group.
Conclusion: The introduction of D+T as a targeted therapy represents a significant advancement in the management of pLGG, necessitating further investigations to understand its long-term consequences and optimize patient care.
Keywords: dabrafenib; pLGG; pediatric low‐grade glioma; trametinib.
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