Long-Term Efficacy and ctDNA Dynamics in Early-Stage ERBB2-Positive Breast Cancer Treated with Neoadjuvant Paclitaxel, Trastuzumab, and Pertuzumab: Insights from the DAPHNe Trial
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Long-Term Efficacy and ctDNA Dynamics in Early-Stage ERBB2-Positive Breast Cancer Treated with Neoadjuvant Paclitaxel, Trastuzumab, and Pertuzumab: Insights from the DAPHNe Trial

The DAPHNe trial demonstrates excellent 5-year outcomes for stage II–III ERBB2-positive breast cancer patients treated with an abbreviated neoadjuvant paclitaxel, trastuzumab, and pertuzumab regimen, with ultrasensitive ctDNA monitoring showing near-universal clearance post-therapy.
Donor-Derived Cell-Free DNA as a Prognostic Biomarker in Severe Cardiac Allograft Rejection: From Detection to Risk Stratification
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Donor-Derived Cell-Free DNA as a Prognostic Biomarker in Severe Cardiac Allograft Rejection: From Detection to Risk Stratification

Recent heart-transplant studies show donor-derived cell-free DNA not only detects rejection but also predicts mortality and persistent graft dysfunction, especially when elevated at diagnosis. Evidence supports a shift from binary surveillance toward risk-adapted management.
Targeting the Glycan Signature: Oncofetal Chondroitin Sulfate as a Selective Vulnerability in Acute Myeloid Leukemia
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Targeting the Glycan Signature: Oncofetal Chondroitin Sulfate as a Selective Vulnerability in Acute Myeloid Leukemia

This review explores oncofetal chondroitin sulfate (ofCS) as a revolutionary AML target. Unlike traditional antigens, ofCS is absent in normal bone marrow, allowing antibody-drug conjugates to eliminate leukemia cells with minimal hematotoxicity in preclinical models.