European Commission approves BALVERSA (erdafitinib) for adult patients with unresectable or metastatic urothelial carcinoma
“This important milestone emphasises the vital role of targeted therapies in addressing the unique genetic and disease characteristics of patients living with urothelial cancer, and reinforces our dedication to advancing cutting-edge, precision treatments in oncology,” said Henar Hevia, Ph.D., Senior Director, EMEA Therapeutic Area Lead, Oncology, Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine. “The approval of erdafitinib as a precision therapy further highlights the importance of FGFR testing for all patients with metastatic urothelial cancer, and the need for a multi-disciplinary team approach to optimise outcomes for each patient.”
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