Expert Interview
Exploring the Future of Polycythemia Vera Treatment: A Deep Dive into Protagonist Therapeutics, Inc.'s Rusfertide (PTG-300) Development.
Ticker(s): PTGXInstitution: Northwestern Medicine
- Board-certified hematologist and researcher at Northwestern Medicine
- Manages around 50 patients with polycythemia vera (PV)
- Research of focus on improving treatments for MPNs and MPN-thrombosis through clinical and translational investigation, and also on collaborative multidisciplinary hematology with colleagues in diverse specialites
Considering the 2-year follow-up data from the REVIVE study, can you elaborate on the long-term efficacy of Rusfertide in maintaining hematocrit control in PV patients, especially in comparison to traditional phlebotomy methods?
Added By: kyle_adminHow has Rusfertide impacted the frequency of phlebotomy and serum ferritin levels in PV patients over the course of the study?
Added By: kyle_adminBased on the REVIVE study, how would you characterize the safety profile of Rusfertide, particularly in relation to injection site reactions and the prevalence of cancer among participants?
Added By: kyle_adminHow does Rusfertide compare with standard PV treatments like hydroxyurea, especially in terms of efficacy and safety?
Added By: kyle_adminWhat insights can you provide about the impact of Rusfertide on patient-reported outcomes and overall quality of life for PV patients?
Added By: kyle_adminIn light of the findings that high-risk PV patients (with prior thromboembolic events) did not experience recurrent TEs while on Rusfertide, what implications does this have for managing this subgroup of patients?
Added By: kyle_adminGiven the promising results from the REVIVE study, how do you foresee Rusfertide fitting into the future treatment landscape for polycythemia vera?
Added By: kyle_adminCan you discuss the significance of the real-world data presented on the prevalence of secondary cancers in PV patients, particularly in the context of treatment choices and the potential role of Rusfertide?
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