Episode No. 2

Introduction to clinical evidence for Radium-223

Explore findings from the pivotal ALSYMPCA trial and its impact on treatment.

In this segment, Dr. Daniel Heinrich and Dr. Joe O'Sullivan delve into the clinical evidence supporting the use of Radium-223, with a particular focus on the pivotal ALSYMPCA trial. They discuss its impact on overall survival and the significance of the study's design.

The conversation also explores the relevance of these findings in the current treatment landscape and the lessons learned from other studies, including the ERA-223 trial. Join them as they evaluate the role of Radium-223 in managing metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer.

 

SPEAKERS

Daniel Heinrich
Daniel Heinrich, MD

Chief Physician and Head of Clinical Trial Unit Department of Medical and Radiation Oncology and Centre for Palliative Care Division Gjøvik / Lillehammer Innlandet Hospital Trust

President Norwegian Association of Oncology

Joe O'Sullivan
Joe O'Sullivan

Professor of Radiation Oncology Queen's University Belfast

Senior Consultant Prostate Oncologist The Northern Ireland Cancer Centre Belfast City Hospital

Thank you for watching. For additional information on Xofigo and its use in advanced prostate cancer treatment, please visit our website. You will find resources and clinical information to assist in understanding this therapy.


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      Parker C, Nilsson S, Heinrich D, et al. Alpha emitter radium- 223 and survival in metastatic prostate cancer. N Engl J Med. 2013;369(3):213-223.
    • 2
      Smith M, Parker C, Saad F, et al. Addition of radium-223 to abiraterone acetate and prednisone or prednisolone in patients with castration-resistant prostate cancer and bone metastases (ERA 223 ): a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, phase 3 trial. Lancet Oncol 2019; 20: 408–19.