Phase II evaluation of maytansine (NSC 153858) in advanced cancer. A Southeastern Cancer Study Group trial

Am J Clin Oncol. 1985 Apr;8(2):148-50. doi: 10.1097/00000421-198504000-00007.

Abstract

Maytansine given in a 3-day course q3 weeks produced only five responses (3%) in 163 evaluable adults with advanced cancer. The dose schedule employed is not recommended for further study.

Publication types

  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Drug Administration Schedule
  • Drug Evaluation
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Maytansine / administration & dosage
  • Maytansine / adverse effects
  • Maytansine / therapeutic use*
  • Middle Aged
  • Neoplasms / drug therapy*
  • Neoplasms / pathology
  • Oxazines / therapeutic use*

Substances

  • Oxazines
  • Maytansine