The FDA has expanded the use of nivolumab approval for the treatment of Stage IIB/C melanoma in adolescents.

Published Date: 19 Oct 2023

The FDA-approved nivolumab (Opdivo; Bristol Meyers Squibb Company) is now available for use as an adjuvant treatment for patients with fully resected Stage IIB/C melanoma who are 12 years of age and older.

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