Advancements in Systemic Therapy for Pancreatic Cancer

Am Soc Clin Oncol Educ Book. 2023 May:43:e397082. doi: 10.1200/EDBK_397082.

Abstract

Outcomes for patients with advanced pancreatic cancer have improved in the past 12 years, mainly because of progress made in systemic therapies. New treatment strategies for advanced pancreatic cancer include switch maintenance with cytotoxic therapies, induction maintenance, and the utilization of targeted agents for patients with actionable variants, as well as ongoing development of cytotoxic regimens, such as NALIRIFOX. The activity of immunotherapy has been disappointing to date, but novel combinations and identifying appropriate patient populations may further unlock its potential.

MeSH terms

  • Antineoplastic Agents* / therapeutic use
  • Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols / adverse effects
  • Humans
  • Immunotherapy
  • Pancreatic Neoplasms* / drug therapy
  • Pancreatic Neoplasms* / etiology

Substances

  • Antineoplastic Agents