Case report: Significant response of alpha-fetoprotein-producing gastric cancer from combined chemotherapy and immunotherapy

The present report highlights a case of AFPGC where significant therapeutic success was achieved through a combined regimen of chemotherapy and immunotherapy, both before and after surgery. The use of anti-PD-1 antibody (tislelizumab) in combination with SOX regimen (S-1 and oxaliplatin) demonstrated effective treatment of AFPGC, potentially offering a curative approach. This approach represents a promising targeted therapy option for patients with AFPGC.