Application of the murine anti-Gd-2 antibody 14.Gd-2a for diagnosis and therapy of neuroblastoma

Int J Rad Appl Instrum B. 1991;18(1):121-5. doi: 10.1016/0883-2897(91)90058-s.

Abstract

We have tested the sialoganglioside monoclonal antibody Gd-2a for scintigraphic diagnostic and for immunotherapy in children with neuroblastoma stage IV. We could confirm tumor sites with Gd-2a scans in 1/2 children. Doses of 20-60 mg/m2 were administered daily for 5-10 days. 2/2 children with multiple tumor sites showed significant tumor regression. Four children, treated preventively, are still in clinical remission. One child showed tumor progression despite Gd-2a treatment. Adverse effects included itching, rashes, and pain.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Antibodies, Monoclonal / therapeutic use*
  • Antibody-Dependent Cell Cytotoxicity / immunology*
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Female
  • Gangliosides / immunology*
  • Humans
  • Immunotherapy
  • Iodine Radioisotopes / therapeutic use
  • Male
  • Neuroblastoma / diagnostic imaging*
  • Neuroblastoma / immunology*
  • Radionuclide Imaging

Substances

  • Antibodies, Monoclonal
  • Gangliosides
  • Iodine Radioisotopes