PDGFRA Antibody for Soft Tissue Sarcoma

Cell. 2017 Feb 9;168(4):555. doi: 10.1016/j.cell.2017.01.028.

Abstract

Lartruvo (olaratumab) is a monoclonal antibody against the extracellular domain of PDGFRA. Olaratumab blocks ligand binding and thereby inhibits activation of PDGFRA kinase activity. Pre-clinically, this antibody inhibited PDGFRA-dependent tumor growth. In a randomized Phase II study, adding olaratumab to doxorubicin chemotherapy significantly improved overall survival, leading to FDA approval.

MeSH terms

  • Antibodies, Monoclonal / therapeutic use*
  • Antineoplastic Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Clinical Trials, Phase II as Topic
  • Drug Approval
  • Humans
  • Neoplasms / drug therapy*
  • Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic

Substances

  • Antibodies, Monoclonal
  • Antineoplastic Agents
  • olaratumab