Introduction:
Peptide receptor radionuclide therapy (PRRT) with 177Lu-DOTATATE is considered the most efficacious intervention for patients with metastatic well-differentiated neuroendocrine tumors expressing somatostatin receptors. The aim of this study was to identify toxicity susceptibility markers, for hematologic, renal and hepatic toxicities.
Methods:
This was a retrospective cohort study. Data were obtained from Sheba Medical Center electronic database. Patients were treated with 177Lu-DOTATATE based on the NETTER-1 protocol and multidisciplinary team discussion. Serial blood tests were recorded for complete blood count, liver and kidney function tests before each PRRT cycle (baseline), 2-4 weeks post-cycle, and at last follow-up.
Results:
Twenty-four patients were included, 14 (58.3%) men. Three patients received chemotherapy before PRRT. Baseline leukocytes and platelets counts decreased over the four treatment PRRT cycles (Kruskal-Wallis, p
Conclusion:
177Lu-DOTATATE is associated with increased liver tissue vulnerability and kidney damage reflected by early hyperfiltration. 1st cycle changes may serve as markers for overall bone marrow and kidney toxicity.