Sequencing of BRAF inhibitors and ipilimumab in patients with metastatic melanoma: a possible algorithm for clinical use

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Ipilimumab and vemurafenib have both been shown to improve survival in phase III trials of patients with metastatic melanoma. Although vemurafenib is associated with a rapid onset of activity, responses are often of limited duration....

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Main Authors: Ascierto Paolo A, Simeone Ester, Giannarelli Diana, Grimaldi Antonio M, Romano Anna, Mozzillo Nicola
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-05-01
Series:Journal of Translational Medicine
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Online Access:http://www.translational-medicine.com/content/10/1/107