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    MA25 - Oligometastasis: Defining, Treating, and Evaluating (ID 929)

    • Event: WCLC 2018
    • Type: Mini Oral Abstract Session
    • Track: Oligometastatic NSCLC
    • Presentations: 2
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    • Coordinates: 9/26/2018, 13:30 - 15:00, Room 203 BD
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      MA25.01 - EORTC Lung Cancer Group Survey to Define Synchronous Oligometastatic Disease in NSCLC (ID 13770)

      13:30 - 13:35  |  Author(s): Mary O’brien

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      Background

      Synchronous oligometastasic disease (sOMD) has been described as a separate disease entity; however there is no consensus on what specific criteria constitutes sOMD in NSCLC. A consensus group (CG) was formed aiming to agree on a common sOMD definition (sOMD-d) that could be used in future clinical trials. A European survey was circulated to inform the discussion on sOMD-d.

      a9ded1e5ce5d75814730bb4caaf49419 Method

      An EORTC Lung Cancer Group (LCG) / sOMD-d CG survey containing 31 questions on sOMD-d was distributed between 14/12/17 and 19/02/18 to EORTC LCG, sOMD-d CG, and several European thoracic oncology societies’ members.

      4c3880bb027f159e801041b1021e88e8 Result

      444 responses were analyzed (radiation oncologist: 55% [n=242], pulmonologist: 15% [n=66], medical oncologist: 14% [n=64]; 78% with >5 years’ experience in treating NSCLC). Belgium (14%, n=62), Italy (12%, n=55), Germany (11%, n=47), and Netherlands (10%, n=44) contributed most. 81% (n=361) physicians aimed to cure sOMD NSCLC patients and 82% (n=361) included the possibility to treat the patient with radical intent in their sOMD-d. The maximum number of metastases considered in sOMD-d varied: 19%, 42%, 4%, and 17% replied <2, 3, 4, and >5 metastases, respectively. 79% (n=353) stated that the number of organs involved was important for sOMD-d, and most (80%, n=355) considered that only <3 involved organs (excluding primary) should be included in the definition. 317 (71.7%) allowed mediastinal lymph node involvement (MLN) in the sOMD-d, and 22.1% of them counted MLN as a metastatic site. For 195/327 (60%), when N2/N3 disease is included in the sOMD-d, there is no specific issue regarding the MLN volume/location as long as radical treatment is possible. 384 (86%) considered pulmonary metastasis (outside primary tumor: M1a) as metastatic site. Most physicians confirmed sOMD patients with brain MRI (91%, n=403) and PET-CT (98%, n=437). For mediastinum staging, most (64%, n=285) respondents stated that histology/cytology should be obtained when PET-CT shows suspected lymph nodes or in case of a central primary tumor. Pathology proof of metastatic disease was necessary in sOMD for 315 (71%) physicians, and 37% (n=163) acknowledged that histology should be obtained from at least from one metastatic site. Preferred primary outcome parameter in clinical trials of sOMD was overall survival (73%, n=325).

      8eea62084ca7e541d918e823422bd82e Conclusion

      Although certain consensual answers were obtained (81% aimed to cure and >90% mandated baseline imaging with PET-CT and brain MRI), a number of issues remain unresolved and will require further discussion by a panel of experts to agree on a sOMD-d.

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      MA25.02 - Searching for a Definition of Synchronous Oligometastatic (sOMD)-NSCLC: A Consensus from Thoracic Oncology Experts (ID 13452)

      13:40 - 13:45  |  Author(s): Mary O’brien

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      Background

      Recent prospective single centre studies reported improved outcomes in patients with sOMD-NSCLC who were treated with radical intent. Since then sOMD has been perceived as a separate disease entity. However, a clear definition of sOMD-NSCLC is lacking. We aimed to develop a definition and diagnostic criteria of sOMD-NSCLC following a consensus process.

      a9ded1e5ce5d75814730bb4caaf49419 Method

      A European multidisciplinary consensus group was established with representatives from different scientific societies. Consensus questions were extracted from a survey, case series and a systematic review. The questions were discussed, and the statement formulated during a consensus meeting in Dublin (23.01.18).

      4c3880bb027f159e801041b1021e88e8 Result

      Summary of consensus statement

      Defining sOMD-NSCLC

      Definition of sOMD is relevant for patients in whom a radical treatment is technically feasible with acceptable toxicity, taking into account all sites, that may modify the course of the disease leading to a long-term disease control.

      All sites must be technically and safely treatable.

      The maximum number of metastases/organs meeting the criteria involved will depend on the possibility of offering a treatment strategy with radical intent, taking into account local control and toxicity. Based on the systematic review, a maximum of 5 metastases and 3 organs is proposed.

      Diffuse serosal metastases and bone marrow involvement are excluded.

      Mediastinal lymph node (MLN) involvement should be considered as locoregional disease in the definition of sOMD-NSCLC.

      MLN involvement is of importance in determining if a radical local treatment of the primary tumour may be applied and the MLN will not be counted as a metastatic site.

      Staging of sOMD-NSCLC

      PET-CT and brain imaging are considered mandatory.

      In case of a solitary liver metastasis a dedicated MRI of the liver and for a solitary pleural metastasis, thoracoscopy and biopsies of distant ipsilateral pleural sites are advised.

      Staging of the mediastinum requires a minimum of a FDG-PET scan, with pathological confirmation preferred if this influences the treatment strategy.

      Pathological proof is required unless the MDT decides that the risk outweighs the benefit. Pathology proof is advised for single metastatic location and if it may change the therapeutic strategy, confirmation of the MLN involvement is recommended.

      8eea62084ca7e541d918e823422bd82e Conclusion

      A multidisciplinary consensus statement on the definition and staging of sOMD-NSCLC was formulated taking into account results of a European survey, a systematic review and case discussion. This statement might be helpful to standardise inclusion criteria in future clinical trials. However, the definition of sOMD may change over time when more prospective data will become available.

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    P1.13 - Targeted Therapy (Not CME Accredited Session) (ID 945)

    • Event: WCLC 2018
    • Type: Poster Viewing in the Exhibit Hall
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    • Presentations: 1
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    • Coordinates: 9/24/2018, 16:45 - 18:00, Exhibit Hall
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      P1.13-17 - Multicentre Phase II Trial of First-Line Afatinib in Patients with Suspected/Confirmed EGFR Mutant NSCLC: ctDNA &amp; Long-Term Efficacy (ID 11908)

      16:45 - 18:00  |  Author(s): Mary O’brien

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      Background

      Efficacy of afatinib in EGFR mutant patients with comorbidities or those with suspected EGFR mutations unfit for chemotherapy is poorly explored. We evaluated afatinib in this population, with serial plasma ctDNA to investigate the role of molecular EGFR genotyping and monitoring.

      a9ded1e5ce5d75814730bb4caaf49419 Method

      Phase-II trial enrolled NSCLC patients with comorbidities precluding chemotherapy, and either (i) EGFR-mutation, PS 0-3, or (ii) suspected EGFR-mutation (tissue unavailable/failed genotyping), never/former-light smoker, adenocarcinoma, and PS 0-2. Afatinib (40mg daily) given until progression/toxicity. Blood samples obtained at baseline and 12-weekly until discontinuation; plasma ctDNA performed using InVisionSeq™ (amplicon-based NGS).

      4c3880bb027f159e801041b1021e88e8 Result

      39 patients recruited (14 UK centres). Median age 72 years; 27 PS 0-1/12 PS 2-3. 21 patients (54%) had known tissue EGFR-mutations. Additional 8 patients with unknown tissue status (8/17;47%), were ctDNA EGFR-mutant, making 74% EGFR-mutant in total (29/39). Combined tissue and ctDNA data identified 21 patients with common mutations (exon 19/L858R), 8 with rare mutations (exon 18/20), and 10 suspected only. Corresponding median PFS of these cohorts were 10.2/3.9/5.3 months, with 6-month PFS of 71/38/50% all exceeding the 30% target; median OS were 24.8/5.7/11.4 months (p<0.001). Therefore, all patient groups benefitted; known EGFR-mutants having best outcomes. In April 2018, 5/39 patients survived >36 months, including 4/39 progression-free (median follow-up 33 months, maximum 55). Patients with ctDNA mutation clearance during afatinib treatment had substantially improved outcomes compared to those without clearance (Figure). 40% (4/10) of mutant cases who discontinued after 3 cycles because of progressive disease developed an exon 20 EGFR-mutation.

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      8eea62084ca7e541d918e823422bd82e Conclusion

      Patients unsuitable for chemotherapy with confirmed/suspected EGFR-mutations by tissue or ctDNA benefit from afatinib. Serial ctDNA is a potentially useful stratification and monitoring tool; amplicon-based ctDNA analysis can identify EGFR mutations when tissue is unavailable. Exon 20 mutations were observed at acquired resistance. ctDNA clearance during afatinib treatment is strongly associated with better PFS/OS.

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    PC05 - Optimizing Clinical Trial Design in NSCLC (ID 844)

    • Event: WCLC 2018
    • Type: Pro-Con Session
    • Track: Advanced NSCLC
    • Presentations: 1
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    • Coordinates: 9/25/2018, 10:30 - 12:00, Room 205 AC
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      PC05.01 - Debate 1: Which is Most Important Efficacy Endpoint in First Line Trials in Advanced NSCLC PFS or OS - Point of View: PFS (ID 11620)

      10:35 - 10:50  |  Presenting Author(s): Mary O’brien

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