Advanced neuroblastoma treated with 131I-MIBG and combined chemotherapy

17 Julho 2011

A group from Italy has just published results from a trial using Radio-iodine MIBG to treat kids with advanced neuroblastoma. They report better results with association to chemotherapy. This initial report may yield new clinical trials using this combination to test it's efficacy against this grim disease.

Treatment of advanced neuroblastoma in children over 1 year of age: The critical role of 131I-metaiodobenzylguanidine combined with chemotherapy in a rapid induction regimen - Mastrangelo - 2011 - Pediatric Blood & Cancer - Wiley Online Library
Advanced neuroblastoma treated with 131I-MIBG and combined chemotherapy - July 17, 2011 - fhcflx