For newly diagnosed BRAF mutated melanoma with brain metastases, do you prefer to start with targeted therapy or with immunotherapy?
Answer from: Medical Oncologist at Academic Institution
Selection of systemic therapy, targeted therapy versus checkpoint immunotherapy, relies upon a comprehensive evaluation of patient's performance status, the number, size and location of brain metastases (BMs), neurological symptoms, and the extent of extracranial disease.
1. If the patient has poor...