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Raija R.

Country
Finland
Department
Department of Oncology

Research Overview

Data & Insights

medical_services
Primary Speciality
Main therapeutic area

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Return Partnerships
Recurring site collaborations
20
Sites with multiple studies

Has run more than one trial at 20 of 116 partner sites.

Specializations

Colorectal Cancer Genetics

The investigator specializes in treating colorectal cancer patients with specific genetic mutations, particularly focusing on cases involving BRAF V600E mutations and KRAS G12C mutations in advanced stages of the disease.

  • BRAF-mutant metastatic colorectal cancer
  • KRAS mutation analysis
  • Genetic profiling in colorectal cancer

Their research encompasses targeted therapeutic approaches for genetically characterized colorectal cancers.

Targeted Therapy Development

The investigator works with novel therapeutic combinations including targeted agents like encorafenib and cetuximab, as well as adagrasib-based combination treatments for specific genetic subtypes of colorectal cancer.

  • Combination therapy strategies
  • Novel drug development
  • Personalized treatment approaches

Their work focuses on developing effective targeted treatment strategies for advanced colorectal cancer.

Advanced Treatment Protocols

The investigator evaluates second-line treatment options and compares various therapeutic combinations including standard chemotherapy protocols such as FOLFIRI and mFOLFOX6 with targeted approaches.

  • Second-line therapy optimization
  • Treatment sequence evaluation
  • Comparative treatment efficacy

Their expertise extends to determining optimal treatment sequences for advanced colorectal cancer patients.

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