Vol 20, Supp. A (2024)
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Effectiveness of rechallenge with BRAF/ /MEK inhibitors in patient with advanced melanoma with BRAF V600 mutation

Katarzyna Woźniak1
DOI: 10.5603/ocp.102700

Abstract

Rechallenge with BRAF/MEK inhibitors is currently a recognized option that improves treatment outcomes in terms
of response and survival. This paper presents the case of a 54-year-old female patient with metastatic melanoma
and a positive BRAF mutation status. The patient received first line targeted therapy. After disease progression,
immunotherapy was administered. After another progression, with a good performance status, targeted therapy
was reintroduced. A good response was achieved with a statistically significant prolongation of survival. The patient,
without progression, in a good performance status, is alive 52 months after the start of the first line therapy
and 23 months after the start of rechallenge.

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