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Inhibition of Mutated KRAS Protein as a New Option for Targeted Treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
RAS proteins are molecular switches for several intracellular signaling pathways. Their dysfunction due to mutation leads to the development and progression of malignant diseases such as colon or lung cancers. At the beginning of 2022, the inhibitor of the mutated KRAS protein, sotorasib, was approved. The following article outlines the effect of this first representative of a new drug group and its potential in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
MUDr. Tomáš Mašek: In the prevention of hemorrhoids, more use of venopharmaceuticals is needed
While in the past the diagnosis of hemorrhoids was inextricably linked to traditional surgical…
Balance and Rehabilitation – Firm on the Ground Even with Multiple Sclerosis
A large portion of patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) suffer from balance disorders. What are the...
Instead of NSAIDs, consider combining paracetamol with a weak opioid
Chronic non-cancer pain is a problem that primary care physicians encounter on a daily basis. In…
Fixed combination tramadol/paracetamol as an effective and safe option for long-term pain treatment even in polymorbid patients
Combined analgesics were historically recommended exclusively for the treatment of acute or…
Pharmacological Profile of Mavacamten and Key Studies of Its Use in HCM Treatment
A new addition to the treatment options for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, approved for use in…
INFOGRAPHIC: Diagnosis and Monitoring of Patients with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy – Current Guidelines
What examinations should be conducted when suspecting hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a hereditary…
Neutropenia with Thrombocytopenia after Alemtuzumab? − Case Report
Early neutropenia with thrombocytopenia is not a common side effect of alemtuzumab. However, the…
Safety of aPCC in Real Practice – Results of the BAHAS Project
What are the experiences with activated prothrombin complex concentrate (aPCC) in controlling…
Streptococcus pneumoniae Serotype 3 Continues to Be the Most Frequent Cause of Invasive Pneumococcal Diseases in the Czech Republic
After 2 years influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of cases of invasive pneumococcal…
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