Treatment patterns and factors associated with discontinuation of monoclonal antibodies.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Biological agents have revolutionized care in specialties such as oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, and genetic disorders, offering targeted actions on specific molecules or select immune cells. Monoclonal antibodies, known for their high specificity and precision, represent one of the most significant and rapidly expanding categories of these agents. Understanding the drug utilization patterns of monoclonal antibodies is crucial to ensure their optimal use, especially given their high cost and potential adverse effects.

Methods

This analytical cross-sectional study was conducted in a secondary hospital in the United Arab Emirates. Patients of either gender receiving monoclonal antibodies at the study site were included. Treatment patterns, utilization, a

SUBMITTER: Alkaabi MMS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11334246 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature