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Treatment considerations
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For adults with previously untreated Stage 3 or 4 classical Hodgkin lymphoma
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Considerations when making a treatment decision
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Here are some important considerations that can help you feel confident about your discussion and treatment choice:
- How treatments work to kill cancer cells
- How well treatments may stop or slow the progress of your cancer
- How well treatments may improve overall survival
- How well results may be maintained long-term
- How side effects compare among treatments, and how they may be managed
- Dosing and how treatments are given
- The type of patient support available during treatment
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Our Treatment Decision Guide can help
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This downloadable guide helps answer these and other questions many new Hodgkin lymphoma patients have.
Use the guide to review the effectiveness of ADCETRIS, which aims to target a protein called CD30, plus AVD for previously untreated Stage 3 or 4 Hodgkin lymphoma compared to traditional ABVD chemotherapy.
Use the guide to review the effectiveness of ADCETRIS, which aims to target a protein called CD30, plus AVD for previously untreated Stage 3 or 4 Hodgkin lymphoma compared to traditional ABVD chemotherapy.
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Your first treatment choice matters with previously untreated Stage 3 and 4 Hodgkin lymphoma
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Did you know?
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Up to 30% of people with previously untreated Stage 3 or 4 Hodgkin lymphoma relapsed or didn’t respond after treatment with ABVD (traditional chemotherapy)?
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Reported in 2 medical journals: Lancet and New England Journal of Medicine.
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Your treatment, your choice.
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Your voice matters when it comes to making a treatment decision for Stage 3 or 4 classical Hodgkin lymphoma.
While your doctor is the expert regarding your diagnosis, you and your care team are equal partners in the treatment decision. Your perspective and concerns play an essential role in selecting a treatment that works for you. To take an active part in your care:
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Don’t hesitate to speak up and ask questions
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It’s OK to propose an option your doctor may not mention
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Familiarize yourself with all available treatments
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Seek a second opinion if that will help you feel confident about your choice
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If you’re considering a treatment for previously untreated Stage 3 or 4 Hodgkin lymphoma, ADCETRIS plus AVD may be an option for you.
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In a large clinical study called ECHELON-1, ADCETRIS plus AVD was compared to traditional ABVD chemotherapy.
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Brandon’s treatment journey
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Knowing he just didn't feel right, Brandon researched his symptoms and reached out to his doctor. Not satisfied with his initial consultation, he got a second opinion with another oncologist who listened to his concerns. After a few confirming tests, Brandon was diagnosed with Stage 4 classical Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Brandon was compensated for sharing his story.
ADCETRIS will not work for everyone.
ADCETRIS will not work for everyone.
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Making the right treatment choice for me really mattered, so I learned everything I could about my treatment options.
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Brandon,
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Treated with ADCETRIS plus AVD
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Glossary
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ABVD: A combination of 4 chemotherapies—Adriamycin, bleomycin, vinblastine, and dacarbazine.
AVD: A combination of 3 chemotherapies—Adriamycin, vinblastine, and dacarbazine.