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November 27, 2019
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FDA grants priority review to pemigatinib for cholangiocarcinoma

The FDA granted priority review to pemigatinib for the treatment of patients with previously treated, locally advanced or metastatic cholangiocarcinoma and FGFR2 fusions or rearrangements, according to a press release from the agent’s manufacturer.

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October 06, 2019
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FGF23 affects mortality, CV risk in type 2 diabetes with mildly impaired kidney function

There is an association between higher levels of fibroblast growth factor 23, or FGF23, and greater cardiovascular and mortality risks for adults with type 2 diabetes and normal or mildly impaired kidney function, according to findings published in Diabetes Care.

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October 02, 2019
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FGFR inhibitor improves survival in previously treated cholangiocarcinoma

Incyte announced positive overall response rate and progression-free survival results for pemigatinib, a selective fibroblast growth factor receptor inhibitor under evaluation for patients who failed previous treatment for advanced or metastatic cholangiocarcinoma, according to a press release.

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