Do you switch from imatinib to another TKI in patients with chronic phase CML who develop renal insufficiency?
There are conflicting reports whether it contributes to renal insufficiency. If you do switch, what is your preferred TKI in this scenario?
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Medical Oncology · Georgia Cancer Center at Augusta University
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Imatinib has been associated with a decline in GFR. It is not certain (and probably doubtful) that this represents kidney damage. If no other causes can be identified, a change could be appropriate. Bosutinib has been associated with a similar decline so nilotinib or dasatinib might be better option...
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Medical Oncology · West Virginia University Cancer Institute
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I would definitely consider changing the TKI in a CP-CML patient who develops renal insufficiency for which no other cause has been identified, especially if the patient has a relatively recent diagnosis of CML (within a year) and is not achieving his/her hematologic or molecular milestones. I would...
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