Clinical outcomes of tebentafusp in metastatic uveal melanoma: a systematic review and single-arm meta-analysis - Scorecard - MDSpire

Clinical outcomes of tebentafusp in metastatic uveal melanoma: a systematic review and single-arm meta-analysis

  • By

  • Han Cai

  • Zhilong Huang

  • Bing-Long Wang

  • Ming Wei

  • Miao Tian

  • Hongmei Zheng

  • June 17, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Efficacy and Safety of Tebentafusp in Patients with Metastatic Uveal Melanoma: A Comprehensive Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
Condition
Key MechanismsTebentafusp activates T cells by targeting the gp100 antigen via a high-affinity T-cell receptor and engaging CD3, enhancing T-cell activation and anti-tumor response.
Target Population
Care Setting

Key Highlights

  • Median overall survival (OS) of 21.3 months and progression-free survival (PFS) of 3.6 months, indicating a modest survival benefit.
  • Overall response rate (ORR) of 9% and disease control rate (DCR) of 27%, highlighting the need for careful patient selection.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

    Management

      Monitoring & Follow-up

      • Monitor for cytokine release syndrome and treatment-related adverse events during tebentafusp therapy, with specific attention to the first few weeks post-initiation.

      Risks

        Patient & Prescribing Data

        631 patients with evaluable metastatic uveal melanoma.

        Tebentafusp shows a modest survival benefit despite low overall response rates.

        Clinical Best Practices

        • Conduct further multi-center randomized controlled trials to verify results.
        • Consider the patient's overall health and potential for adverse reactions when prescribing tebentafusp.
        • Educate patients on potential adverse reactions and the importance of reporting them promptly.

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