Immune drug shows promise against rare cancer

NCT ID NCT02399371

First seen May 13, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested the drug pembrolizumab in 65 people with malignant mesothelioma, a rare cancer of the lining around the lungs or abdomen. The drug works by helping the immune system attack cancer cells. The goal was to see if it could control the disease in patients whose cancer had worsened after standard chemotherapy.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Chicago

    Chicago, Illinois, 60637, United States

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