Comparative effectiveness of first-line anti-PD-1 versus cetuximab in advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma: A nationwide population-based study using the French national health data system

First-line anti-PD-1 therapy significantly improved overall and switch-free survival compared with cetuximab, used alone or in combination with chemotherapy. These findings provide robust real-world evidence supporting anti-PD-1 agents as the preferred first-line systemic treatment for acSCC in dermatologic oncology practice.

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European Journal of Cancer
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2026-02-18
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejca.2026.116585
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Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Studies
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Comparative effectiveness of first-line anti-PD-1 versus cetuximab in advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma: A nationwide population-based study using the French national health data system

Quentin Samaran, Thomas Bettuzzi, É. Sbidian
European Journal of Cancer
Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Studies
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Comparative effectiveness of first-line anti-PD-1 versus cetuximab in advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma: A nationwide population-based study using the French national health data system

Quentin Samaran, Thomas Bettuzzi, É. Sbidian
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Abstract

First-line anti-PD-1 therapy significantly improved overall and switch-free survival compared with cetuximab, used alone or in combination with chemotherapy. These findings provide robust real-world evidence supporting anti-PD-1 agents as the preferred first-line systemic treatment for acSCC in dermatologic oncology practice.

European Journal of CancerVol. 237
Inserm (FR), Université Paris-Est Créteil (FR), Université de Montpellier (FR), Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Montpellier (FR)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 51%
Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Studies
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