Immune checkpoint inhibitors-related thyroid dysfunction: influencing factor analysis, prediction model development, and management strategy proposal

Abstract Background With the extensive utilization of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) across various cancers, ICIs-related thyroid dysfunction (ICI-TD) has become a growing concern in clinical practice. This study aimed to devise an individualized management strategy for ICI-TD to enhance the ea...

Full description

Saved in:
Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Xinya Li, Zaiwei Song, Yixuan Chen, Jingjing Wu, Dan Jiang, Zhen Zhang, Zeyuan Wang, Rongsheng Zhao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Springer 2024-11-01
Series:Cancer Immunology, Immunotherapy
Subjects:
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1007/s00262-024-03816-0
Tags: Add Tag
No Tags, Be the first to tag this record!
_version_ 1832571651517054976
author Xinya Li
Zaiwei Song
Yixuan Chen
Jingjing Wu
Dan Jiang
Zhen Zhang
Zeyuan Wang
Rongsheng Zhao
author_facet Xinya Li
Zaiwei Song
Yixuan Chen
Jingjing Wu
Dan Jiang
Zhen Zhang
Zeyuan Wang
Rongsheng Zhao
author_sort Xinya Li
collection DOAJ
description Abstract Background With the extensive utilization of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) across various cancers, ICIs-related thyroid dysfunction (ICI-TD) has become a growing concern in clinical practice. This study aimed to devise an individualized management strategy for ICI-TD to enhance the early identification and proactive management in cancer patients. Methods We designed and conducted a three-phase study. Initially, we analyzed the influencing factors through a systematic review and meta-analysis, which adhered to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Moreover, the study protocol was registered with PROSPERO (CRD42019131133). Subsequently, prediction models for ICI-TD were developed utilizing 11 algorithms based on the real-world cohort data from July 20, 2018 (the approval date of the first ICIs, Pembrolizumab in China), to October 31, 2022. Considering discrimination, calibration, and clinical utility, we selected the model with the best performance for web calculator development. Finally, individualized management strategies for ICI-TD were proposed by combining evidence-based analysis with practical considerations. Results The systematic review encompassed 21 observational studies involving 4,145 patients, revealing associations between ICI-TD and factors such as female gender, age, receipt of Pembrolizumab (versus other ICIs), and baseline levels of thyroid-stimulating hormone, free thyroxine, and antithyroid antibodies. In the prediction model development phase, 621 participants were enrolled, with 36 patients developing ICI-TD. The model based on the LightGBM algorithm demonstrated superior performance, leading to the development of a web calculator. Based on these findings and existing guidelines, individualized monitoring and treatment pathways for pharmacists were devised. Conclusion This study offers comprehensive insights into managing ICI-TD, potentially enhancing tailored cancer immunotherapy management.
format Article
id doaj-art-4bee2703442546a8b9317d7fd8551598
institution Kabale University
issn 1432-0851
language English
publishDate 2024-11-01
publisher Springer
record_format Article
series Cancer Immunology, Immunotherapy
spelling doaj-art-4bee2703442546a8b9317d7fd85515982025-02-02T12:26:39ZengSpringerCancer Immunology, Immunotherapy1432-08512024-11-0174112010.1007/s00262-024-03816-0Immune checkpoint inhibitors-related thyroid dysfunction: influencing factor analysis, prediction model development, and management strategy proposalXinya Li0Zaiwei Song1Yixuan Chen2Jingjing Wu3Dan Jiang4Zhen Zhang5Zeyuan Wang6Rongsheng Zhao7Department of Pharmacy, Peking University Third HospitalDepartment of Pharmacy, Peking University Third HospitalDepartment of Pharmacy, Peking University Third HospitalDepartment of Pharmacy, Peking University Third HospitalDepartment of Pharmacy, Peking University Third HospitalSentum HealthSentum HealthDepartment of Pharmacy, Peking University Third HospitalAbstract Background With the extensive utilization of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) across various cancers, ICIs-related thyroid dysfunction (ICI-TD) has become a growing concern in clinical practice. This study aimed to devise an individualized management strategy for ICI-TD to enhance the early identification and proactive management in cancer patients. Methods We designed and conducted a three-phase study. Initially, we analyzed the influencing factors through a systematic review and meta-analysis, which adhered to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Moreover, the study protocol was registered with PROSPERO (CRD42019131133). Subsequently, prediction models for ICI-TD were developed utilizing 11 algorithms based on the real-world cohort data from July 20, 2018 (the approval date of the first ICIs, Pembrolizumab in China), to October 31, 2022. Considering discrimination, calibration, and clinical utility, we selected the model with the best performance for web calculator development. Finally, individualized management strategies for ICI-TD were proposed by combining evidence-based analysis with practical considerations. Results The systematic review encompassed 21 observational studies involving 4,145 patients, revealing associations between ICI-TD and factors such as female gender, age, receipt of Pembrolizumab (versus other ICIs), and baseline levels of thyroid-stimulating hormone, free thyroxine, and antithyroid antibodies. In the prediction model development phase, 621 participants were enrolled, with 36 patients developing ICI-TD. The model based on the LightGBM algorithm demonstrated superior performance, leading to the development of a web calculator. Based on these findings and existing guidelines, individualized monitoring and treatment pathways for pharmacists were devised. Conclusion This study offers comprehensive insights into managing ICI-TD, potentially enhancing tailored cancer immunotherapy management.https://doi.org/10.1007/s00262-024-03816-0Immune checkpoint inhibitorsImmune checkpoint inhibitors-related thyroid dysfunctionICI-TDRisk prediction model
spellingShingle Xinya Li
Zaiwei Song
Yixuan Chen
Jingjing Wu
Dan Jiang
Zhen Zhang
Zeyuan Wang
Rongsheng Zhao
Immune checkpoint inhibitors-related thyroid dysfunction: influencing factor analysis, prediction model development, and management strategy proposal
Cancer Immunology, Immunotherapy
Immune checkpoint inhibitors
Immune checkpoint inhibitors-related thyroid dysfunction
ICI-TD
Risk prediction model
title Immune checkpoint inhibitors-related thyroid dysfunction: influencing factor analysis, prediction model development, and management strategy proposal
title_full Immune checkpoint inhibitors-related thyroid dysfunction: influencing factor analysis, prediction model development, and management strategy proposal
title_fullStr Immune checkpoint inhibitors-related thyroid dysfunction: influencing factor analysis, prediction model development, and management strategy proposal
title_full_unstemmed Immune checkpoint inhibitors-related thyroid dysfunction: influencing factor analysis, prediction model development, and management strategy proposal
title_short Immune checkpoint inhibitors-related thyroid dysfunction: influencing factor analysis, prediction model development, and management strategy proposal
title_sort immune checkpoint inhibitors related thyroid dysfunction influencing factor analysis prediction model development and management strategy proposal
topic Immune checkpoint inhibitors
Immune checkpoint inhibitors-related thyroid dysfunction
ICI-TD
Risk prediction model
url https://doi.org/10.1007/s00262-024-03816-0
work_keys_str_mv AT xinyali immunecheckpointinhibitorsrelatedthyroiddysfunctioninfluencingfactoranalysispredictionmodeldevelopmentandmanagementstrategyproposal
AT zaiweisong immunecheckpointinhibitorsrelatedthyroiddysfunctioninfluencingfactoranalysispredictionmodeldevelopmentandmanagementstrategyproposal
AT yixuanchen immunecheckpointinhibitorsrelatedthyroiddysfunctioninfluencingfactoranalysispredictionmodeldevelopmentandmanagementstrategyproposal
AT jingjingwu immunecheckpointinhibitorsrelatedthyroiddysfunctioninfluencingfactoranalysispredictionmodeldevelopmentandmanagementstrategyproposal
AT danjiang immunecheckpointinhibitorsrelatedthyroiddysfunctioninfluencingfactoranalysispredictionmodeldevelopmentandmanagementstrategyproposal
AT zhenzhang immunecheckpointinhibitorsrelatedthyroiddysfunctioninfluencingfactoranalysispredictionmodeldevelopmentandmanagementstrategyproposal
AT zeyuanwang immunecheckpointinhibitorsrelatedthyroiddysfunctioninfluencingfactoranalysispredictionmodeldevelopmentandmanagementstrategyproposal
AT rongshengzhao immunecheckpointinhibitorsrelatedthyroiddysfunctioninfluencingfactoranalysispredictionmodeldevelopmentandmanagementstrategyproposal