Focus on Optimized Dosing of Ibrutinib Panel Discussion

Mark J. Ratain, MD, of the University of Chicago, talks about why ibrutinib—which can lead to cardiotoxicities—should be studied at a lower dose for patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia. Data suggest a reduced dose may prevent dose interruption due to adverse events and may have a better therapeutic index.

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Leonard B. Saltz, MD, on Interventional Pharmacoeconomics: A Pathway to Better Cancer Care

Leonard B. Saltz, MD, of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, discusses interventional pharmacoeconomics as an important tool that can offer patients with cancer more efficacious and cost-effective care. Pharmacoeconomics may help reduce the high costs of cancer therapy, with evidence-based reductions in doses that maintain effective treatment.

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Focus on Optimized Dosing of Ibrutinib Panel Discussion

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