Merck's KEYTRUDA Approved by FDA for Ovarian Cancer Treatment
- FDA Approval: Merck's KEYTRUDA® and KEYTRUDA QLEX™ have received FDA approval for the treatment of PD-L1+ platinum-resistant ovarian cancer, marking a significant advancement in treatment options and expected to improve patient survival rates.
- Clinical Trial Results: In the KEYNOTE-B96 trial, the KEYTRUDA plus paclitaxel treatment group demonstrated a 28% reduction in the risk of disease progression or death, with a median PFS of 8.3 months, significantly outperforming the placebo group's 7.2 months, indicating its clinical efficacy.
- Market Impact: This approval provides new treatment options for platinum-resistant ovarian cancer patients, expected to drive Merck's market share growth in the oncology immunotherapy sector, further solidifying its leadership in cancer treatment.
- Safety Warnings: The use of KEYTRUDA and KEYTRUDA QLEX is associated with severe immune-mediated adverse reactions, including pneumonia and renal impairment, prompting Merck to enhance patient monitoring and safety management to ensure treatment safety.
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