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Alex Spira, MD Co-Author of collaborative study on Immunotherapy guidelines to guide clinicians and patients

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February 15, 2018
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Management of Immune-Related Adverse Events in Patients Treated With Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Therapy: American Society of Clinical Oncology Clinical Practice Guideline

Purpose of this study

To increase awareness, outline strategies, and offer guidance on the recommended management of immune-related adverse events in patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICPi) therapy.

Journal of Clinical Oncology ASCO Special Report Read It Here

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Alexander I Spira MD, PhD, FACP, FASCO

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