C. Harper-wynne (Maidstone, United Kingdom)

Maidstone Hospital Maidstone & Tunbridge NHS TRUST

Author Of 2 Presentations

107P - CDK4/6i adjustment & tumour response in the COVID-19 era

Abstract

Background

The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) presents a proven risk for adverse outcome for patients with cancer and on SACT. Following national guidance, treatment modifications of SACT including for CDK4/6i were initiated across Kent Oncology Centre (KOC) hospitals. We describe the characteristics and outcomes in those who had treatment suspended.

Methods

Retrospective data was extracted for all patients receiving CDK4/6i therapy across three NHS trusts between January to May 2020.Clinician discretion determined need for dose interruption or reduction (considering disease history, age, co-morbidities and prior cytopaenias).

Results

A total of 196 patients receiving Palbociclib (n = 173), Abemaciclib (n = 19) & Ribociclib (n = 4), were included. Concurrent endocrine therapy (Fulvestrant n= 32; Letrozole n=164) was continued for all patients. If receiving Denosumab, this was stopped in 72.4% (n= 92). 60.2% (n=118) had their CDK4/6i interrupted, with a further 1.53% (n=3), having planned, non-toxicity related, dose reductions. Median cycle number at interruption was 10 (1-34), with the median duration of interruption 84 (6-133) days. The treatment interruption group were significantly older (71.4 vs. 59.4 years; p < 0.01), with 40% (n= 48) having bone only disease. In those who had treatment interrupted, 6.8% (n=8) had radiological progression. 6 had progression at sites of established visceral disease. In those who had progressed, 6 were rechallenged with a CDK4/6i, with 4 having stable disease on a subsequent response assessment. There was no significant difference in the number of cycles received at interruption for those who had progressive vs. stable disease (13.9 vs. 12.7; p> 0.05). At the time of radiological progression, those who had progressed had a significantly longer time off drug (107.8 vs. 81.2 days; p<0.01).

Conclusions

A short interruption of CDK4/6i and continuation of endocrine treatment alone, does not appear to adversely affect tumour response from this data. Continued monitoring of this approach during subsequent pandemic waves is required together with specific outcomes of SARS-CoV-2 in the metastatic breast cancer population to ensure evidence based decision making.

Legal entity responsible for the study

The authors.

Funding

Has not received any funding.

Disclosure

C. Harper-Wynne: Advisory/Consultancy: Pfizer; Advisory/Consultancy: Lilly; Advisory/Consultancy: Novartis; Advisory/Consultancy: AstraZeneca; Advisory/Consultancy: Roche; Advisory/Consultancy: Genomic Health; Advisory/Consultancy: Myriad; Advisory/Consultancy: Everything Genetic. All other authors have declared no conflicts of interest.

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142P - Bone mineral density (BMD) after three years of adjuvant zoledronic acid (ZA) in postmenopausal oestrogen receptor positive (ER+) early breast cancer (EBC): an observational single centre study.

Abstract

Background

Adjuvant bisphosphonate therapy is recommended in postmenopausal women with intermediate or high risk EBC. Bisphophonates improve breast cancer outcomes and also protect against bone loss from adjuvant aromatase inhibitors (AI). The increasing use of extended adjuvant AIs beyond 5 years has implications for bone health. There is currently no specific guidance for BMD monitoring in patients on extended endocrine therapy.

Methods

Women with ER+ EBC who had completed 3 years of adjuvant intravenous ZA and continued on adjuvant AI attended for a single DEXA (dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry) to evaluate BMD. DEXA scan T-scores of lumbar spine and neck of femur were recorded; femoral neck scores are presented here. The UK National Cancer Research Institute (NCRI) Breast Cancer Study Group and National Osteoporosis Society management of bone loss in EBC guidelines were used to guide subsequent bone management. BMD was categorised based on T-score: <-2.0, <-1.0 but >-2.0 and >-1.0.

Results

54 patients attended for DEXA scans having completed 3 years of adjuvant ZA. 33 patients (61%) had femoral neck BMD of T >-1.0, 14 (26%) T<-1.0 but >-2.0 and 7 (13%) T<-2.0. 6 patients had a previous DEXA scan documented (for osteoporosis or other reasons). Of these, BMD had improved (4), was unchanged (1) or worsened (1).

Conclusions

It has always been assumed that adjuvant ZA ameliorates AI-induced bone loss. This small study indicates that a significant proportion (39%) of patients have a BMD that requires intervention (osteoporosis treatment or DEXA monitoring) based on the UK EBC BMD monitoring guidelines, after 3 years adjuvant ZA treatment. The use of FRAX (Fracture Risk Assessment Tool) has not been well documented in this cohort; collection of FRAX data in these patients is underway for future analysis. Given the increasing use of extended AI therapy in EBC, a post-ZA BMD DEXA scan after ZA treatment is complete should be considered. Guidelines are required for the management of bone health after adjuvant bisphosphonate therapy, particularly in patients continuing AI treatment.

Legal entity responsible for the study

The authors.

Funding

Has not received any funding.

Disclosure

C. Harper-wynne: Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Pfizer; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Lilly; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Roche; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: AstraZeneca; Honoraria (self): Myriad; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Genomic Health; Honoraria (self): Everything Genetic; Honoraria (self): Eisai; Honoraria (self): Novartis. R. Burcombe: Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Pfizer; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Novartis; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Lilly; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Roche; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Eisai; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Genomic Health; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Myriad; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Everything Genetic.

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142P - Bone mineral density (BMD) after three years of adjuvant zoledronic acid (ZA) in postmenopausal oestrogen receptor positive (ER+) early breast cancer (EBC): an observational single centre study.

Abstract

Background

Adjuvant bisphosphonate therapy is recommended in postmenopausal women with intermediate or high risk EBC. Bisphophonates improve breast cancer outcomes and also protect against bone loss from adjuvant aromatase inhibitors (AI). The increasing use of extended adjuvant AIs beyond 5 years has implications for bone health. There is currently no specific guidance for BMD monitoring in patients on extended endocrine therapy.

Methods

Women with ER+ EBC who had completed 3 years of adjuvant intravenous ZA and continued on adjuvant AI attended for a single DEXA (dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry) to evaluate BMD. DEXA scan T-scores of lumbar spine and neck of femur were recorded; femoral neck scores are presented here. The UK National Cancer Research Institute (NCRI) Breast Cancer Study Group and National Osteoporosis Society management of bone loss in EBC guidelines were used to guide subsequent bone management. BMD was categorised based on T-score: <-2.0, <-1.0 but >-2.0 and >-1.0.

Results

54 patients attended for DEXA scans having completed 3 years of adjuvant ZA. 33 patients (61%) had femoral neck BMD of T >-1.0, 14 (26%) T<-1.0 but >-2.0 and 7 (13%) T<-2.0. 6 patients had a previous DEXA scan documented (for osteoporosis or other reasons). Of these, BMD had improved (4), was unchanged (1) or worsened (1).

Conclusions

It has always been assumed that adjuvant ZA ameliorates AI-induced bone loss. This small study indicates that a significant proportion (39%) of patients have a BMD that requires intervention (osteoporosis treatment or DEXA monitoring) based on the UK EBC BMD monitoring guidelines, after 3 years adjuvant ZA treatment. The use of FRAX (Fracture Risk Assessment Tool) has not been well documented in this cohort; collection of FRAX data in these patients is underway for future analysis. Given the increasing use of extended AI therapy in EBC, a post-ZA BMD DEXA scan after ZA treatment is complete should be considered. Guidelines are required for the management of bone health after adjuvant bisphosphonate therapy, particularly in patients continuing AI treatment.

Legal entity responsible for the study

The authors.

Funding

Has not received any funding.

Disclosure

C. Harper-wynne: Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Pfizer; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Lilly; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Roche; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: AstraZeneca; Honoraria (self): Myriad; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Genomic Health; Honoraria (self): Everything Genetic; Honoraria (self): Eisai; Honoraria (self): Novartis. R. Burcombe: Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Pfizer; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Novartis; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Lilly; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Roche; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Eisai; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Genomic Health; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Myriad; Honoraria (self), Advisory/Consultancy: Everything Genetic.

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