Patient-reported outcomes with trastuzumab deruxtecan in hormone receptor-positive, HER2-low or HER2-ultralow metastatic breast cancer: results from the randomized DESTINY-Breast06 trial
X. Hu , G. Curigliano , K. Yonemori , A. Bardia , C.H. Barrios , J. Sohn , C. Lévy , W. Jacot , J. Tsurutani , A. Roborel de Climens , X. Wu , A. Andrzejuk-Ćwik , Z. Mbanya , R. Dent
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Abstract
Background
The randomized phase III DESTINY-Breast06 trial (NCT04494425) demonstrated superior efficacy with trastuzumab deruxtecan (T-DXd) versus chemotherapy treatment of physician’s choice (TPC) and no new safety signals in patients with hormone receptor-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-low [immunohistochemistry (IHC) 1+, IHC 2+/in situ hybridization-negative], and HER2-ultralow (IHC 0 with membrane staining) metastatic breast cancer (mBC). Here, we report the patient-reported outcome (PRO) endpoints in the intent-to-treat (ITT; HER2-low/-ultralow) and HER2-low populations.
Patients and methods
Patients with progressive disease (PD) after one or more prior lines of endocrine-based therapy and no prior chemotherapy for mBC were assigned 1 : 1 to T-DXd 5.4 mg/kg once every 3 weeks (n = 436) or TPC [n = 430; 59.8% capecitabine; 24.4% nab-paclitaxel; and 15.8% paclitaxel]. PRO questionnaires included the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC) Core Quality of Life Questionnaire (QLQ-C30) and breast cancer-specific module (EORTC QLQ-BR45). Changes from baseline (CFB; earliest of 31 weeks or on-study PD) and time to deterioration were assessed.
Results
The median treatment duration was 11.0 (T-DXd) versus 5.6 (TPC) months. In the ITT, the mean CFB scores were similar across treatments in EORTC QLQ-C30 global health status/quality of life (QOL) and functioning scales. T-DXd was associated with less pain [adjusted mean difference −7.2, 95% confidence interval (CI) −9.9 to −4.5] and fewer skin/mucosal symptoms (adjusted mean difference −9.5, 95% CI −11.5 to −7.5), but more nausea/vomiting (adjusted mean difference 7.2, 95% CI 5.3-9.2), appetite loss (adjusted mean difference 6.8, 95% CI 3.6-10.0), and constipation (adjusted mean difference 5.5, 95% CI 2.6-8.4) versus TPC. T-DXd reduced the risk of clinically meaningful deterioration in physical/role/emotional functioning, pain, and fatigue versus TPC, but increased the risk of deterioration in gastrointestinal symptoms. Results were similar in the HER2-low population.
Conclusions
T-DXd preserved QOL while delaying deterioration in physical/role/emotional functioning, pain, and fatigue versus TPC, albeit with more gastrointestinal symptoms. PRO data complement the efficacy/safety of T-DXd in this population.
期刊介绍:
ESMO Open is the online-only, open access journal of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO). It is a peer-reviewed publication dedicated to sharing high-quality medical research and educational materials from various fields of oncology. The journal specifically focuses on showcasing innovative clinical and translational cancer research.
ESMO Open aims to publish a wide range of research articles covering all aspects of oncology, including experimental studies, translational research, diagnostic advancements, and therapeutic approaches. The content of the journal includes original research articles, insightful reviews, thought-provoking editorials, and correspondence. Moreover, the journal warmly welcomes the submission of phase I trials and meta-analyses. It also showcases reviews from significant ESMO conferences and meetings, as well as publishes important position statements on behalf of ESMO.
Overall, ESMO Open offers a platform for scientists, clinicians, and researchers in the field of oncology to share their valuable insights and contribute to advancing the understanding and treatment of cancer. The journal serves as a source of up-to-date information and fosters collaboration within the oncology community.