Global Ph 3 Trial of ASP-1929 Photoimmunotherapy in Combination with Pembrolizumab for 1L Recurrent Head and Neck Cancer initiated

Mickey Mikitani, Chief Executive Officer and Vice Chairman of the Board of Rakuten Medical, concluded, “The initiation of this global Phase 3 trial marks a significant milestone in our journey to contribute to the treatment and lives of patients with head and neck cancer and potentially others affected by cancer. With encouraging data from Phase 1b/2 study, we are optimistic about the potential of ASP-1929 photoimmunotherapy combined with pembrolizumab to improve treatment outcomes in recurrent head and neck cancer.”
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