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Duration of treatment with cemiplimab in advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma in complete response: Real‐life study.

Authors :
Khelef, K.
Maubec, E.
Jeudy, G.
Bonniaud, B.
Pham‐Ledard, A.
Herms, F.
Aubin, F.
Beneton, N.
Dinulescu, M.
Jannic, A.
Duval‐Modeste, A.
Archier, E.
Berthin, C.
Grange, F.
Arnault, J.
Heidelberger, V.
Moncourier, M.
Mansard, S.
Brunet‐Possenti, F.
Triller, R.
Source :
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology & Venereology. Jan2024, Vol. 38 Issue 1, pe71-e73. 3p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

This article discusses the duration of treatment with cemiplimab, a type of immune checkpoint inhibitor, in patients with advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC) who have achieved a complete response (CR). The study collected data from 46 patients who received cemiplimab and found that the median duration of treatment was 11.2 months, with a median time to CR of 6.1 months. After achieving CR, the median treatment duration was 3.1 months. The study suggests that a treatment duration of at least 3 months after CR may be appropriate, but further research and long-term follow-up are needed to confirm these findings. The article also highlights the importance of avoiding overtreatment to minimize side effects and financial costs. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09269959
Volume :
38
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology & Venereology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
174374572
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/jdv.19435