Übersicht zu CAR-T-Zell-Therapien
摘要
CAR-T cell therapy is complex and is now offered at a growing number of oncology centers in Germany. In addition to the initial CAR-T cell treatment, several advances and complementary therapies are available, which radiologists should be familiar with to properly evaluate treatment response and detect side effects early.
Standard treatmentIn hemato-oncologic diseases, combinations of chemotherapy and targeted therapies are usually administered.
Treatment innovationsCAR-T-cell therapy combined with complementary immunotherapies.
Diagnostic work-upFor current indications, cross-sectional imaging—typically positron emission tomography/computed tomography—is used for staging and for evaluating therapy response.
PerformanceThe response rate is approximately 66.4% (25.5–90.9%).
AchievementsCAR-T cell therapy represents a new era in immunotherapy, and its recent advances mark a significant innovation in oncologic treatment.
Practical recommendationsRadiologists should understand the principles of CAR-T cell therapy in order to accurately assess treatment response and recognize early signs of potential side effects.