[Dermatological side effects of epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitors]

Presse Med. 2008 Mar;37(3 Pt 2):485-9. doi: 10.1016/j.lpm.2007.05.024. Epub 2007 Jun 29.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Epidermal growth cell receptors (EGFR) play a key role in tumor proliferation. Their inhibitors (anti-EGFR) are promising treatments for various types of cancers. Papulopustular follicular eruptions are the most frequent dermatological side effect and occur in 45 to 85% of patients receiving this treatment. Paronychias appear after several weeks of treatment. They are painful and impair hand and foot function. A positive correlation seems to exist between the intensity of the papulo-follicular eruption, tumor regression and survival.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Drug Eruptions / etiology*
  • ErbB Receptors / antagonists & inhibitors*
  • Humans

Substances

  • ErbB Receptors