Biology (Jan 2022)

In Vivo Accelerator-Based Boron Neutron Capture Therapy for Spontaneous Tumors in Large Animals: Case Series

  • Vladimir Kanygin,
  • Aleksandr Kichigin,
  • Alexander Zaboronok,
  • Anna Kasatova,
  • Elena Petrova,
  • Alphiya Tsygankova,
  • Evgenii Zavjalov,
  • Bryan J. Mathis,
  • Sergey Taskaev

DOI
https://doi.org/10.3390/biology11010138
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 11, no. 1
p. 138

Abstract

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(1) Background: accelerator-based neutron sources are a new frontier for BNCT but many technical issues remain. We aimed to study such issues and results in larger-animal BNCT (cats and dogs) with naturally occurring, malignant tumors in different locations as an intermediate step in translating current research into clinical practice. (2) Methods: 10 pet cats and dogs with incurable, malignant tumors that had no treatment alternatives were included in this study. A tandem accelerator with vacuum insulation was used as a neutron source. As a boron-containing agent, 10B-enriched sodium borocaptate (BSH) was used at a dose of 100 mg/kg. Animal condition as well as tumor progression/regression were monitored. (3) Results: regression of tumors in response to treatment, improvements in the overall clinical picture, and an increase in the estimated duration and quality of life were observed. Treatment-related toxicity was mild and reversible. (4) Conclusions: our study contributes to preparations for human BNCT clinical trials and suggests utility for veterinary oncology.

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