Sunday, January 18, 2026

The DDR-immune fitness score: a biomarker for guiding parp and immunotherapy synergy in extensive-stage small cell lung cancer.

Authors: Zhang Y, Chen X, Wang D, Zhou X, Wang Y, Zhang G, Liu X.

DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2025.1680921

Abstract Summary

Researchers developed a novel biomarker called the DDR-IF score that identifies extensive-stage small-cell lung cancer patients most likely to benefit from combining PARP inhibitors with immunotherapy. Patients with high DDR-IF scores showed a 42% response rate versus 18% in low scorers. This promising tool integrates genomic instability and immune markers to personalize treatment, though prospective trials are needed for validation.

Why Brain? 🧠

Novel biomarker identifies ES-SCLC patients who may benefit from combining PARP inhibitors with immunotherapy, showing 42% vs 18% response rates in high-scoring tumors, offering hope for personalized treatment.

License: CC BY.


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