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SynthesisFrontiers in oncology2026

KRAS

Shuang Liang, Yi Li, Ke Wan, Wenxiong Zhang, Linkai Xiong

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Synthesis in Frontiers in oncology, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

5 authors.

Shuang LiangDepartment of Thoracic Oncology, Jiangxi Cancer Hospital & Institute (The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College), Nanchang, China.
Yi LiNanchang Hangkong University Hospital, Nanchang, China.
Ke WanDepartment of Thoracic Oncology, Jiangxi Cancer Hospital & Institute (The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College), Nanchang, China.
Wenxiong ZhangDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang, China.
Linkai XiongDepartment of Thoracic Oncology, Jiangxi Cancer Hospital & Institute (The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang Medical College), Nanchang, China.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Background: The KRAS Methods: A comprehensive literature search was undertaken across six databases to identify phase 3 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating KGIs versus conventional chemotherapy. Progression-free survival (PFS) was the primary endpoint, while secondary endpoints included central nervous system (CNS)-PFS, treatment responses, and treatment-related adverse events (TRAEs). Results: Two phase 3 RCTs (CodeBreaK 200 and KRYSTAL-12) involving 798 patients were included. The meta-analysis showed that KGIs significantly improved PFS (HR: 0.62 [0.51, 0.74], P < 0.00001) and CNS-PFS (HR: 0.55 [0.32, 0.94], P = 0.03). The survival rates of PFS at 1-12 months were also improved in the KGI group. Subgroup analyses demonstrated a consistent PFS benefit of KGIs over chemotherapy across all predefined subgroups. The objective response rate (ORR, RR: 2.73 [1.93, 3.85], P < 0.00001) and disease control rate (DCR, RR: 1.35 [1.22, 1.50], P < 0.00001) were also higher in the KGI group. Total and grade 3-5 TRAEs were similar between groups, although more TRAEs leading to dose interruption were observed in the KGI group (RR: 3.13 [2.37, 4.13], P < 0.00001). The top 3 grade 3-5 TRAEs in the KGI group were diarrhea (7.63%), alanine aminotransferase increased (7.63%), and aspartate aminotransferase increased (5.93%). Conclusion: KGIs demonstrated superior PFS, CNS-PFS, and response rates, with a manageable toxicity profile, suggesting that they represent a preferred treatment option for this population. Systematic Review Registration: https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/PROSPERO/view/CRD420251272701, identifier CRD420251272701.

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chemotherapyKRASKRASG12C inhibitorsmeta-analysisnon-small cell lung cancer

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