医学
重症监护医学
不利影响
免疫系统
癌症
肿瘤科
内科学
免疫学
作者
Manuel Ramos‐Casals,Julie R. Brahmer,Margaret K. Callahan,Alejandra Flores-Chávez,Niamh M. Keegan,Munther A. Khamashta,Olivier Lambotte,Xavier Mariette,Aleix Prat,María E. Suärez-Almazor
标识
DOI:10.1038/s41572-020-0160-6
摘要
Cancer immunotherapies have changed the landscape of cancer treatment during the past few decades. Among them, immune checkpoint inhibitors, which target PD-1, PD-L1 and CTLA-4, are increasingly used for certain cancers; however, this increased use has resulted in increased reports of immune-related adverse events (irAEs). These irAEs are unique and are different to those of traditional cancer therapies, and typically have a delayed onset and prolonged duration. IrAEs can involve any organ or system. These effects are frequently low grade and are treatable and reversible; however, some adverse effects can be severe and lead to permanent disorders. Management is primarily based on corticosteroids and other immunomodulatory agents, which should be prescribed carefully to reduce the potential of short-term and long-term complications. Thoughtful management of irAEs is important in optimizing quality of life and long-term outcomes. Checkpoint inhibitors are increasingly being used in clinical practice; however, these therapies can be associated with adverse events that can affect almost any organ system. This Primer by Ramos-Casals and colleagues summarizes the epidemiology, mechanisms, diagnosis and treatment of these adverse events.
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