CDK4/6 inhibitors for metastatic breast cancer in routine clinical practice in Spain: survey of patterns of use and oncologists’ perceptions
摘要
To assess the use of cyclin-dependent kinase 4/6 (CDK4/6) inhibitors in routine clinical practice in Spain, as well as the perceptions from oncologists.
MethodsA survey was developed by nine oncologists, experts in breast cancer, practising in Spain. Survey responses were collected between July 2022 and April 2023.
ResultsFifty-one survey responses were obtained. Most oncologists used CDK4/6 inhibitors in the first line. The first-line endocrine therapy most frequently used was an aromatase inhibitor (endocrine-sensitive disease) and fulvestrant (endocrine-resistant disease). CDK4/6 inhibitors were used for primary or secondary resistance, or visceral disease without visceral crisis. A lower-than-standard starting dose was considered (57% of respondents) for specific profiles. Strategies to manage toxicity included switching to another CDK4/6 inhibitor or delaying the next dose. CDK4/6 inhibitors were mostly considered to improve quality of life.
ConclusionsUse of CDK4/6 inhibitors in Spain follows current recommendations and aligns with the evidence.