Irinotecan plus fluorouracil and leucovorin for metastatic colorectal cancer

Article Abstract:

Patients with metastatic colorectal cancer appear to show longer terms of progression-free survival upon treatment with irinotecan in combination with fluorouracil and leucovorin, according to a study of 683 patients. Treatment with irinotecan alone produced similar results to fluorouracil and leucovorin combination therapy.

Australia, Canada, Statistical Data Included, Analysis, Chemotherapy, Combination, Combination chemotherapy

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Moving beyond fluorouracil for colorectal cancer

Article Abstract:

Treatment of advanced stages of colorectal cancer is examined with reference to two new drugs, irinotecan and oxaliplatin. Studies clearly indicate superiority of the three-drug combination, using either of the newer drugs in conjunction with conventional fluorouracil and leucovorin treatment, as a means to achieving tumor regression and delaying tumor progression.

Editorial, Growth, Tumors

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Bevacizumab plus Irinotecan, Fluorouracil, and Leucovorin for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer

Article Abstract:

Bevacizumab has shown promising preclinical and clinical activity against metastatic colorectal cancer. The result states that bevacizumab plus fluorouracil-based chemotherapy should be considered as a new option for the treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer.

Science & research, HEALTH SERVICES, Cancer Therapy, Ambulatory Health Care Services, Care and treatment, Research, Cancer treatment, Chemotherapy

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