Antiangiogenics: the potential role of integrating this novel treatment modality with chemoradiation for solid cancers

J Clin Oncol. 2007 Sep 10;25(26):4033-42. doi: 10.1200/JCO.2007.11.3985.

Abstract

Although still in very early stages of clinical development, the combination of antiangiogenics with contemporary chemoradiotherapy regimens has emerged as a feasible and promising approach to many cancers. We review the rationale and the current understanding of antiangiogenics and their therapeutic potential in combination with chemoradiotherapy. Finally, we offer a perspective on future research directions aimed at making this complex therapeutic approach successful in the clinic.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Angiogenesis Inhibitors / therapeutic use*
  • Animals
  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • Humans
  • Neoplasms / blood supply
  • Neoplasms / drug therapy*
  • Neoplasms / radiotherapy*
  • Radiotherapy, Adjuvant

Substances

  • Angiogenesis Inhibitors