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EML4-ALK in Non-small Cell Lung Cancer: Molecular Mechanisms and Targeted Therapies.

Siqi Li, Lingbo Bao, Daijun Zhou, Dong Li

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4 authors.

Siqi LiDepartment of Oncology, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China.
Lingbo BaoDepartment of Oncology, The General Hospital of Western Theater Command, Chengdu, Sichuan, China.
Daijun ZhouDepartment of Oncology, The General Hospital of Western Theater Command, Chengdu, Sichuan, China.
Dong LiDepartment of Oncology, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China.ORCID 0000-0002-9669-4873

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Lung cancer is a malignancy characterized by high global incidence and mortality rates, with approximately 85% of cases classified as non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Advances in molecular biology and targeted therapeutic agents have ushered NSCLC into the era of precision medicine. The echinoderm microtubule-associated protein-like 4 (EML4) and anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) fusion gene represents a pivotal target for personalized treatment in NSCLC. Although ALK inhibitors exhibit significant efficacy against EML4-ALK-positive tumors, addressing drug resistance remains a major challenge. Identifying novel therapeutic targets and implementing combination therapies are essential for optimizing subsequent treatment strategies and improving overall prognosis. In the management of patients with EML4-ALK gene fusion, continuous monitoring of tumor progression and timely adjustment of treatment regimens based on disease status are critical to achieving long-term clinical benefits. This review comprehensively summarizes recent advances in the clinicopathological features, targeted drug development, resistance mechanisms, and potential therapeutic targets associated with the EML4-ALK fusion gene.

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Carcinoma, Non-Small-Cell LungLung NeoplasmsMolecular Targeted TherapyOncogene Proteins, FusionAntineoplastic AgentsDrug Resistance, NeoplasmFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedProtein Kinase InhibitorsAntineoplastic AgentsEML4-ALK fusion protein, humanOncogene Proteins, FusionProtein Kinase Inhibitorsclinicopathological characteristicsdrug resistance mechanismsEML4-ALK fusion genenon-small cell lung cancer(NSCLC)therapeutic targets

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PMID42360451
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