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Prognostic markers in invasive bladder cancer: FGFR3 mutation status versus P53 and KI-67 expression: a multi-center, multi-laboratory analysis in 1058 radical cystectomy patients

Laura S. Mertens, Francesco Claps, Roman Mayr, Peter J. Boström, Shahrokh F. Shariat, Ellen C. Zwarthoff, Joost L. Boormans, Cheno Abas, Geert J.L.H. van Leenders, S. A. Gotz, Katrin Hippe, Simone Bertz, Y. Neuzillet, Joyce Sanders, Annegien Broeks, Dennis Peters, Michiel S. van der Heijden, Michael A.S. Jewett, Robert Stöhr, Alexandre R. Zlotta, Markus Eckstein, Yanish Soorojebally, Deric K. E. van der Schoot, Bernd Wullich, Maximilian Burger, Wolfgang Otto, François Radvanyi, Nanour Sirab, Damien Pouessel, Theodorus van der Kwast, Arndt Hartmann, Yair Lotan, Yves Allory, Tahlita C.M. Zuiverloon, Bas W.G. van Rhijn

Urologic Oncology Seminars and Original Investigations · 2021

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Summary

This multi-centre, multi-laboratory study examined prognostic biomarkers in invasive bladder cancer across 1058 radical cystectomy patients. The research compared FGFR3 mutation status against established markers (P53 and KI-67 expression) to evaluate their utility in predicting patient outcomes. The findings as suggested by the title contribute to the growing evidence base for molecular stratification in bladder cancer prognosis.

UK applicability

The study's findings on prognostic biomarkers may inform UK urological oncology practice and patient stratification protocols, though applicability would depend on NHS adoption of FGFR3 testing and integration with existing P53/KI-67 assessment frameworks in UK pathology services.

Key measures

FGFR3 mutation status, P53 expression, KI-67 expression, recurrence-free survival, cancer-specific survival, overall survival

Outcomes reported

The study evaluated the prognostic value of FGFR3 mutation status compared to P53 and KI-67 expression in predicting outcomes in patients with invasive bladder cancer treated by radical cystectomy. The analysis involved 1058 patients across multiple centres and laboratories.

Theme
Measurement & metrics
Subject
Measurement methods & nutrient profiling
Study type
Research
Study design
Observational cohort
Source type
Peer-reviewed study
Status
Published
Geography
International
System type
Human clinical
DOI
10.1016/j.urolonc.2021.10.010
Catalogue ID
BFmor3gdee-2lqhkx

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