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Chapter 4 - Immunotherapy in gastrointestinal cancers: Spotlight on the pivotal role of currently available biomarkers

  • Valentina Angerilli
  • , Juan J. Andrade-Rojas
  • , Matteo Fassan

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Abstract

Gastrointestinal (GI) cancers represent a major health burden, especially due to their elevated incidence and poor prognosis. In the past decade, immunotherapy, currently driven by the application of monoclonal antibodies targeting immune checkpoints, has revolutionized the therapeutic landscape of many solid tumors, including GI cancers. Unfortunately, only a subset of patients responds to immune checkpoint inhibitors, and the development of secondary resistance is increasing. In this chapter, we will outline the most relevant biomarkers for gastroesophageal, bowel, anal, and biliopancreatic cancers and gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine neoplasms, and we will discuss their prognostic and predictive value and their use in clinical practice.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationPrinciples of Immunotherapy Breast and Gastrointestinal Cancers
EditorsMichele Ghidini
PublisherElsevier, Academic Press
Chapter4
Pages83-102
ISBN (Print)978-0-443-13376-3
DOIs
StatePublished - 2024

Publication series

NameBreaking Tolerance to Anti-Cancer Cell-Mediated Immunotherapy

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

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