New Drug Treats Cervical Cancer

Diane S. Aschenbrenner

  • Tisotumab vedotin-tftv (Tivdak) has received accelerated approval to treat adults with recurrent or metastatic cervical cancer with disease progression on or after chemotherapy.

  • Ocular adverse effects occurred in 60% of patients in clinical trials. To minimize this risk, nurses should follow the guidelines for premedication and required eye care.

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Diane S. Aschenbrenner