Emerging Therapy for the Treatment of Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is a heterogenous disease with historically relative poor outcomes. However, new treatment strategies seem to be improving the prognosis for patients. Although no universally accepted standard of care exists, options for patients with newly diagnosed MCL include intensive and nonintensive strategies. Generally, intensive strategies produce more durable remissions and are selected for younger patients, whereas nonintensive strategies are most appropriate for older patients or patients with comorbidities. However, new options are closing the treatment gap between intensive and nonintensive strategies. Treatment options are also increasing for patients with relapsed/refractory MCL and include agents targeting the microenvironment and the B-cell receptor signaling pathway.
Target Audience
This activity has been designated to meet the educational needs of physicians and nurses involved in the management of patients with cancer.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Summarize the current and emerging treatment options for MCL in the frontline setting
- Discuss the evidence from clinical trials supporting the use of maintenance therapy in patients with MCL
- Review the mechanism action, safety, and efficacy of targeted therapies in the management of R/R MCL
Saurabh Rajguru, MD
Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology/Oncology,
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, and the
UW Carbone Cancer Center, University of Wisconsin
Madison, Wisconsin
Brad S. Kahl, MD
Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology/Oncology,
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, and the
UW Carbone Cancer Center, University of Wisconsin
Madison, Wisconsin
Available Credit
- 1.00 Participation
- 1.00 Nurse
- 1.00 Physician
Price
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- A device with an Internet connection
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