Javle, Milind

PURPOSE Increased awareness of the distinct tumor biology for adolescents and young adults (AYAs) with cancer has led to improvement in outcomes for this population. However, in cholangiocarcinoma (CCA), a paucity of data exist on the AYA population. To our knowledge, we present the largest study to date on AYA disease biology, treatment patterns, and survival outcomes in CCA. METHODS A multi-institutional cohort of patients with CCA diagnosed with intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (ICC) or extrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (ECC) was used for analysis. Retrospective chart review was conducted on patients who were 50 years old and younger (young; n = 124) and older than 50 years (older; n = 723). RESULTS Among 1,039 patients screened, 847 patients met eligibility (72% ICC, 28% ECC). Young patients had a larger median tumor size at resection compared with older patients (4.2 v 3.6 cm; P = .048), more commonly had N1 disease (65% v 43%; P = .040), and were more likely to receive adjuvant therapy (odds ratio, 4.0; 95% CI, 1.64 to 9.74). Tumors of young patients were more likely to harbor an FGFR2 fusion, BRAF mutation, or ATM mutation ( P < .05 for each). Young patients were more likely to receive palliative systemic therapy (96% v 69%; P < .001), targeted therapy (23% v 8%; P < .001), and treatment on a clinical trial (31% v 19%; P = .004). Among patients who presented with advanced disease, young patients had a higher median overall survival compared with their older counterparts (17.7 v 13.5 months; 95% CI, 12.6 to 22.6 v 11.4 to 14.8; P = .049). CONCLUSION Young patients with CCA had more advanced disease at resection, more commonly received both adjuvant and palliative therapies, and demonstrated improved survival compared with older patients. Given the low clinical trial enrollment and poor outcomes among some AYA cancer populations, data to the contrary in CCA are highly encouraging.

4084 Background: Treatment of advanced CCA has changed dramatically over the past five years with the advent of molecularly targeted therapy, now approved in the 2nd line and beyond. However, real world utilization of molecular profiling and targeted therapy is still unknown and these data are critical to empower treatment decision-making. Methods: In 2019, the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation (CCF) and Ciitizen (a wholly owned subsidiary of Invitae Corporation) collaboratively launched a registry platform that directly consents patients and collects comprehensive medical records. De-identified data including clinical characteristics, molecular testing, interventions, and outcomes are extracted and standardized for research use. The data is longitudinal with regularly planned updates; registry participants can be re-engaged to obtain additional data and communicate tailored insights. Results: We quantified the rate of molecular testing, the presence of targetable biomarkers, and the utilization and outcomes on matched targeted therapies for 372 individuals with CCA. 328 (88.2%) individuals had molecular testing, with the identified targetable mutations and matched therapies reported. Of 328 individuals who had molecular testing, 111 (33.8%) individuals had one or more targetable mutations (116 mutations total). Only 46% (51) of individuals with targetable mutations received targeted therapy. Of the 54% (60) individuals with targetable mutations that did not receive any matched therapy, the majority (61.7%, 37) were in early disease or first line of treatment and therefore not yet eligible for targeted therapy. These individuals will be informed that based on their molecular profile, a targeted therapy may be an option, and suggest they discuss with their treating physician. Conclusions: A novel prospectively-maintained database registry for CCA has been formed in collaboration between a patient advocacy organization (CCF) and industry (Invitae). Prevalence of actionable biomarkers was higher than historically expected and may reflect patient utilization bias of the registry platform. Molecular profiling and access to targeted therapeutics remains suboptimal at this time in CCA. Future directions for the registry include identifying and targeting disparities in care and supporting biopharmaceutical development and regulatory decisions. [Table: see text]

Abstract Fibroblast growth factor receptors (FGFR) are emerging as an important therapeutic target for patients with advanced, refractory cancers. Most selective FGFR inhibitors under investigation show reversible binding, and their activity is limited by acquired drug resistance. This review summarizes the preclinical and clinical development of futibatinib, an irreversible FGFR1-4 inhibitor. Futibatinib stands out among FGFR inhibitors because of its covalent binding mechanism and low susceptibility to acquired resistance. Preclinical data indicated robust activity of futibatinib against acquired resistance mutations in the FGFR kinase domain. In early-phase studies, futibatinib showed activity in cholangiocarcinoma, and gastric, urothelial, breast, central nervous system, and head and neck cancers harboring various FGFR aberrations. Exploratory analyses indicated clinical benefit with futibatinib after prior FGFR inhibitor use. In a pivotal phase II trial, futibatinib demonstrated durable objective responses (42% objective response rate) and tolerability in previously treated patients with advanced intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma harboring FGFR2 fusions or rearrangements. A manageable safety profile was observed across studies, and patient quality of life was maintained with futibatinib treatment in patients with cholangiocarcinoma. Hyperphosphatemia, the most common adverse event with futibatinib, was well managed and did not lead to treatment discontinuation. These data show clinically meaningful benefit with futibatinib in FGFR2-rearrangement-positive cholangiocarcinoma and provide support for further investigation of futibatinib across other indications. Future directions for this agent include elucidating mechanisms of resistance and exploration of combination therapy approaches.

Abstract Background Treatment patterns for intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (ICC) and extrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (ECC) differ, but limited studies exist comparing them. This study examines differences in molecular profiling rates and treatment patterns in these populations, focusing on use of adjuvant, liver-directed, targeted, and investigational therapies. Methods This multicenter collaboration included patients with ICC or ECC treated at 1 of 8 participating institutions. Retrospective data were collected on risk factors, pathology, treatments, and survival. Comparative statistical tests were 2-sided. Results Among 1039 patients screened, 847 patients met eligibility (ICC = 611, ECC = 236). Patients with ECC were more likely than those with ICC to present with early stage disease (53.8% vs 28.0%), undergo surgical resection (55.1% vs 29.8%), and receive adjuvant chemoradiation (36.5% vs 4.2%) (all P &lt; .00001). However, they were less likely to undergo molecular profiling (50.3% vs 64.3%) or receive liver-directed therapy (17.9% vs 35.7%), targeted therapy (4.7% vs 18.9%), and clinical trial therapy (10.6% vs 24.8%) (all P &lt; .001). In patients with recurrent ECC after surgery, the molecular profiling rate was 64.5%. Patients with advanced ECC had a shorter median overall survival than those with advanced ICC (11.8 vs 15.1 months; P &lt; .001). Conclusions Patients with advanced ECC have low rates of molecular profiling, possibly in part because of insufficient tissue. They also have low rates of targeted therapy use and clinical trial enrollment. While these rates are higher in advanced ICC, the prognosis for both subtypes of cholangiocarcinoma remains poor, and a pressing need exists for new effective targeted therapies and broader access to clinical trials.

Background and Aims: Biliary tract cancers are rare, heterogeneous cancers with poor prognoses. Bintrafusp alfa, a first-in-class bifunctional fusion protein composed of the extracellular domain of TGF-βRII (a TGF-β “trap”) fused to a human IgG1 monoclonal antibody blocking programmed death ligand 1, was evaluated in patients with locally advanced/metastatic chemorefractory biliary tract cancers. Approach and Results: This multicenter, single-arm, open-label, phase 2 study (NCT03833661) enrolled adults with locally advanced or metastatic biliary tract cancer that was intolerant to or had failed first-line systemic platinum-based chemotherapy. Patients received 1200 mg bintrafusp alfa intravenously Q2W. The primary endpoint was confirmed objective response according to Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors 1.1 assessed by IRC. Secondary endpoints included duration of response, durable response rate, safety, progression-free survival, and overall survival. Between March 2019 and January 2020, 159 patients were enrolled. Median follow-up was 16.1 (range, 0.0–19.3) months; 17 patients (10.7%; 95% CI: 6.4%–16.6%) achieved an objective response. Median duration of response was 10.0 (range, 1.9–15.7) months; 10 patients (6.3%; 95% CI: 3.1%–11.3%) had a durable response (≥6 mo). Median progression-free survival was 1.8 months (95% CI: 1.7–1.8 mo); median overall survival was 7.6 months (95% CI: 5.8–9.7 mo). Overall survival rates were 57.9% (6 mo) and 38.8% (12 mo). Grade ≥3 adverse events occurred in 26.4% of patients, including one treatment-related death (hepatic failure). Frequent grade ≥3 adverse events included anemia (3.8%), pruritus (1.9%), and increased alanine aminotransferase (1.9%). Conclusions: Although this study did not meet its prespecified primary endpoint, bintrafusp alfa demonstrated clinical activity as second-line treatment in this hard-to-treat cancer, with durable responses and a manageable safety profile.

539 Background: Tinengotinib is a spectrum-selective multi-kinase inhibitor with a unique FGFR-binding mechanism. It potently inhibits FGFR2 fusion/rearrangement and acquired resistant mutations in pre-clinical models and early clinical studies in cholangiocarcinoma (CCA). Here we present the preliminary efficacy and safety of tinengotinib (TT-00420) in a phase II trial TT420C1206 (NCT04919642). Methods: Eligible patients (pts) with advanced/metastatic CCA exhausting standard treatment options received tinengotinib 10 mg QD. Pts were enrolled into four cohorts using historical FGFR alteration status: FGFR2 fusion(s) with primary progression on previous FGFR inhibitor (FGFRi) (A1) or progression after prior response to FGFRi (acquired resistance) (A2); non-fusion FGFR alteration(s) (B); or FGFR wild-type (FGFRwt, C). Primary endpoint was objective response rate (ORR) per RECIST version 1.1. Safety, PK parameters, and biomarker profile were evaluated and reviewed jointly with the efficacy outcomes. Adverse events (AEs) were graded per CTCAE version 5.0. Results: As of Sep 13, 2022, 25 pts with CCA were enrolled and dosed; 7 in A1, 6 in A2, 2 in B and 10 in C. Median age 61 [range 24-82] years old, 64% female, 93.3% had ≥ 3 prior treatment lines. 13 patients with ECOG 0 and 12 patients with ECOG 1 at baseline. Among 15 patients with historical FGFR alterations (13 fusions/rearrangement and 2 mutations), 93.3% had ≥ 1 prior FGFRi, and 3 pts (20.0%) had 2 prior FGFRi treatments. Eighteen pts were evaluable for tumor assessment at data cutoff date, including 4 in A1, 6 in A2, 1 in B and 7 in C. The median follow up was 15 weeks. In A2, 2 out of 6 pts (33%) achieved PR with tumor reductions of 34% and 54%. Overall DCR (CR or PR+SD) was 90% (9/10) in FGFR2 fusion/rearrangement pts; 100% in FGFR primary mutation pt (1/1); and 71% (5/7) in FGFRwt pts. One PR and 5 SDs lasted for more than 16 weeks. Among 25 treated pts, drug-related AEs occurred in 20 (80%) pts, including 7 (28%) with Grade (G) 1-2 AEs, 12 (48%) with G3 AEs, and 1 (4%) with G4 AE. Most frequently occurred G3/4 AEs were hypertension in 6 (24%) pts, including 5 (20%) with G3 and 1 (4%) with G4, G3 fatigue in 2 (8%) and G3 neutrophil count decreased in 2 (8%) pts. No drug-related G5 was observed. The efficacy and safety results observed were consistent with the previous reported data ( NCT03654547 ) in CCA pts. The preliminary biomarker analysis suggests loss of resistant FGFR mutation on liquid biopsy post tinengotinib therapy. Further biomarker analysis will be updated at the presentation. Conclusions: Tinengotinib may result in promising clinical benefit for CCA pts in the setting of FGFRi-resistance. Tinengotinib-related toxicities were manageable. An ongoing phase II study will further provide safety, efficacy and biomarker evaluations for both FGFR resistant and FGFRwt CCA. Clinical trial information: NCT04919642 .

Abstract Background Previous studies report increasing cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) incidence up to 2015. This contemporary retrospective analysis of CCA incidence and mortality in the US from 2001-2017 assessed whether CCA incidence continued to increase beyond 2015. Patients and Methods Patients (≥18 years) with CCA were identified in the National Cancer Institute Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results 18 cancer registry (International Classification of Disease for Oncology [ICD-O]-3 codes: intrahepatic [iCCA], C221; extrahepatic [eCCA], C240, C241, C249). Cancer of unknown primary (CUP) cases were identified (ICD-O-3: C809; 8140/2, 8140/3, 8141/3, 8143/3, 8147/3) because of potential misclassification as iCCA. Results Forty-thousand-and-thirty CCA cases (iCCA, n=13,174; eCCA, n=26,821; iCCA and eCCA, n=35) and 32,980 CUP cases were analyzed. From 2001-2017, CCA, iCCA, and eCCA incidence (per 100 000 person-years) increased 43.8% (3.08 to 4.43), 148.8% (0.80 to 1.99), and 7.5% (2.28 to 2.45), respectively. In contrast, CUP incidence decreased 54.4% (4.65 to 2.12). CCA incidence increased with age, with greatest increase among younger patients (18-44 years, 81.0%). Median overall survival from diagnosis was 8, 6, 9, and 2 months for CCA, iCCA, eCCA, and CUP. From 2001-2016, annual mortality rate declined for iCCA (57.1% to 41.2%) and generally remained stable for eCCA (40.9% to 37.0%) and for CUP (64.3% to 68.6%). Conclusions CCA incidence continued to increase from 2001-2017, with greater increase in iCCA versus eCCA, whereas CUP incidence decreased. The divergent CUP versus iCCA incidence trends, with overall greater absolute change in iCCA incidence, provide evidence for a true increase in iCCA incidence that may not be wholly attributable to CUP reclassification.

4097 Background: Given a high recurrence rate, surgical resection for localized intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (IHCC) is curative in only 30-35% of patients. BILCAP has established a standard of care for adjuvant therapy with monotherapy capecitabine. Gemcitabine, cisplatin and nab-paclitaxel combination chemotherapy (GAP) was associated with a response rate of 45% in biliary cancer and 20% of patients who were previously inoperable underwent margin negative resection. Based on these data, we conducted a neoadjuvant study of GAP for resectable but high-risk IHCC. Methods: A multi-institutional prospective single-arm phase II trial was conducted for patients with resectable high-risk disease, as defined by tumor size > 5cm, multiple tumors, presence of radiographic major vascular invasion, and lymph node involvement. Patients were administered 4 cycles (3 months) of preoperative GAP (gemcitabine 800 mg/m2, cisplatin 25 mg/m2 and nab-paclitaxel 100 mg/m2 on days 1 and 8 of a 21-day cycle) prior to an attempt at curative-intent surgical resection. The primary endpoint was completion of all therapy, including both preoperative chemotherapy and resection. Secondary endpoints were toxicity, radiologic response according to Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumor (RECIST) criteria, RFS, and OS. Thirty evaluable patients provided 73% power to reject a null therapy completion rate of 50%, with a target completion rate of 70% using a one-sided exact test with a Type I error of 0.05. Results: Thirty-seven patients were screened and 30 evaluable patients were enrolled. The trial was sequentially activated at each of the 4 sites from 09/18-02/21 and the final patient was enrolled in 09/21. Median age was 60.5 years and 40% were female. Twenty-three patients (77%, 90% CI: 60.6-88.5%; p = 0.0026) completed all preoperative chemotherapy and underwent surgical resection. Ten patients (33%) experienced grade 3-4 treatment-related adverse events, the most common being neutropenia and diarrhea; 47% required at least one dose reduction. Partial response rate was 23% and disease control rate was 90% (PD: 10%, PR: 23%, SD: 67%). Of the 23 patients who successfully underwent surgical resection, 2 (9%) had minor postoperative complications. Median size of largest tumor was 5.5cm, median number of tumors was 3, and 39% were lymph node positive. Median length of hospital stay was 4 days. There was zero treatment related mortality. Conclusions: This study met its primary endpoint and demonstrated that neoadjuvant gemcitabine/cisplatin/nab-paclitaxel is feasible and safe prior to resection of intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma and does not adversely impact perioperative outcomes. Continued follow-up for RFS and OS with this treatment strategy is underway and larger validation studies are planned. Clinical trial information: NCT03579771.

427 Background: Derazantinib, a potent anti- FGFR1-3 oral kinase inhibitor, has shown clinically meaningful anti-tumor activity (21%), durable responses (median, 6.4 months), and progression-free survival (median, 8.0 months) in patients (pts) with FGFR2 fusion (FGFR2F)-positive intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (iCCA), and with a manageable toxicity profile. Herein, we report an interim analysis of the clinical efficacy data of derazantinib for pts with iCCA harboring FGFR2 mutations or amplifications (FGFR2M/A), a potential therapeutic option currently not addressed by FGFR inhibitors. Methods: Study FIDES-01 enrolls in a dedicated cohort pts with FGFR2M/A+ advanced iCCA who received previous chemotherapy. Pts receive 300 mg derazantinib daily until disease progression, death or intolerance. The primary endpoint is the proportion of pts alive and free of disease progression at 3 months (PFS3; RECIST 1.1, central imaging review) using a Simon’s two-stage sample-size minimizing statistical design. The interim analysis population comprises 23 pts dosed (intention to treat) who had at least one post-baseline tumor assessment (or clinical progression, or died) by June 3, 2021, using investigator assessments based on RECIST 1.1. Results: To date, 28 pts have been enrolled and dosed. FGFR2M/A observed in these pts included missense point mutations (78%), other short variants (11%) and amplifications (11%). Transition from stage 1 to stage 2 of the study was achieved earlier than planned after 8 (67%) of 12 pts were assessed as PFS3 based on central imaging review. In 23 pts included in this interim analysis for efficacy, the best overall response (investigator assessment) was confirmed partial response in two (8.7%) and stable disease in additional 15 pts (65.2%), resulting in a disease control rate of 73.9% (95% CI, 51.6–89.8). Using Kaplan-Meier analyses, the median PFS was 7.3 months (95%CI, 3.5–16.7) and the probability of being progression-free at 3 months and at 6 months were 76.3% (95%CI, 51.9–89.4) and 50.3% (95%CI, 21.7–73.4), respectively. Clinically meaningful anti-tumor efficacy was observed across all types of genetic aberrations. The safety profile of derazantinib in FGFR2M/A+ iCCA pts was consistent with that previously reported for FGFR2F+ iCCA pts. Conclusions: This interim data in study FIDES-01 suggest that derazantinib treatment provides clinical benefit to pts with advanced iCCA harboring FGFR2M/A who progressed after at least one line of standard chemotherapy. To our knowledge, this is the first report of clinically meaningful anti-tumor efficacy in a prospectively planned cohort of iCCA pts harboring FGFR2M/A. The study is ongoing to accrue 43 patients, assessing derazantinib as a therapeutic option for FGFR2M/A+ iCCA pts after disease progression on first-line treatment. Clinical trial information: NCT03230318.