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Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, the most common and aggressive subtype of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, accounts for 30-40% of all non-Hodgkin lymphoma cases. It has two molecular subtypes: germinal center B-cell-like (GCB) and activated B-cell-like (ABC). GCB will generally have a better prognosis, while ABC has a lower three-year progression-free survival rate. Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma often exhibits symptoms like fever, night sweats, weight loss, and lymphadenopathy, with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) being a major risk factor. Globally, diffuse large B-cell lymphoma remains a major health burden, with an estimated 194,000 new cases reported in 2022. Asia accounted for the largest number of cases, followed by Europe, North America, and other regions, reflecting the complex epidemiology of the disease.
In terms of the treatment landscape for diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, various systemic regimens are recommended depending on disease stage, patient condition, and prior treatment history. The treatment landscape for diffuse large B-cell lymphoma includes first-line regimens like R-CHOP and Pola-R-CHP, as recommended by the NCCN and CSCO guidelines for 2024. These evidence-based guidelines provide clinicians with a tailored approach to optimize treatment outcomes in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. Advanced stages or relapsed/refractory cases may require treatments such as CAR-T cell therapy or bi-specific antibodies like Glofitamab.
Building on these developments, since 2019, the biotech and biopharma industry initiated over 1,500 diffuse large B-cell lymphoma trial studies. Asia-Pacific leads in the number of clinical trials conducted, followed by North America, Europe, and the rest of the world. Mainland China is prominent in the Asia-Pacific region, while the United States leads in North America. Spain and France play key roles in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma trials in Europe. Israel contributes moderately to the rest of the world's trials. In terms of patient recruitment trends, the United States and the Asia-Pacific region show similar recruitment rates.
Shifting focus to marketed and pipeline drugs for diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, therapies such as Rituximab, its biosimilars, and Polatuzumab Vedotin are widely available across the U.S., Europe, and Asia. These drugs primarily target CD20 and offer effective treatment options for diffuse large B-cell lymphoma patients. In addition, promising therapies such as Mosunetuzumab and Selinexor are currently in phase III development globally, highlighting advancements in novel treatment strategies.
To summarize, diffuse large B-cell lymphoma treatment has advanced considerably, with biological therapies and monoclonal antibodies playing a vital role. Novel targeted therapies, such as Polatuzumab Vedotin and Selinexor, and immunotherapies like CAR T-cell therapy and checkpoint inhibitors, offer new options for relapsed and refractory cases. Personalized approaches, guided by genetic profiling and microenvironment analysis, are helping to tailor treatments to meet specific patient needs. While many genetic mutations remain unclear, ongoing research is identifying new targets, driving the development of more effective and personalized treatment options.
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