Pivotal KEYNOTE-671 Trial Meets Dual Primary Endpoint of OS in Resectable Stage II, IIIA or IIIB NSCLC
“This is a significant milestone in the treatment of resectable non-small cell lung cancer, as it represents the first Phase 3 study to show a statistically significant overall survival benefit for these patients with stage II, IIIA or IIIB (T3-4N2) non-small cell lung cancer. These results build upon the previously reported event-free survival data, and demonstrate the potential for this KEYTRUDA-based regimen to help extend the lives of these patients,” said Dr. Marjorie Green, senior vice president and head of late-stage oncology, global clinical development, Merck Research Laboratories. “We’re excited by the progress we have made to help patients with earlier stages of non-small cell lung cancer, who are in need of additional treatment options.”
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