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1 August 2008

Cetuximab Treatment in a Patient with Metastatic Colorectal Cancer and Psoriasis

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Department of Medical Oncology, Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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Department of Pathology, Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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Department of Radiology, Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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Abstract

Cetuximab, a monoclonal antibody directed against the epidermal growth factor receptor, has activity against colorectal cancer. Treatment is associated with skin toxicity, and the safety of cetuximab in patients with psoriasis is unknown. We report the case of a male patient with stage IV colorectal cancer (CRC) and a life-long history of extensive psoriasis. This patient experienced a durable remission of his CRC and major improvement of his psoriasis during single-agent treatment with cetuximab. We conclude that, despite its known skin toxicity, cetuximab treatment can be offered to colorectal patients suffering from psoriasis.

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