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SAMURAI Trial: Investigating SABR for Metastatic RCC Patients Receiving Immunotherapy
The 2023 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) annual meeting in Chicago, IL showcased advancements in cancer treatment, including a presentation by Dr. Rana McKay on the SAMURAI trial.
SAMURAI is a randomized phase II trial focused on examining the efficacy of stereotactic ablative radiation therapy (SABR) in patients with metastatic, unresected renal cell carcinoma (RCC) who are concurrently receiving systemic immunotherapy.
Dr. McKay outlined the rationale and framework of the SAMURAI trial, highlighting the importance of exploring innovative treatment approaches for patients with advanced RCC.
Renal Cell Carcinoma, often challenging to treat in advanced stages, necessitates novel treatment strategies to improve patient outcomes.
SABR, a targeted radiation therapy technique, holds promise in enhancing the anti-cancer effects of systemic immunotherapy in metastatic RCC patients.