Cisplatin and Immunotherapy Treatment Today
Currently, 10-15% of all cancer patients receive cisplatin or one of its analogues. Combining cisplatin (or one of its analogues) with immunotherapy has significantly improved cancer survival rates. These synergistic effects have led to a notable rise in popularity in recent years.
PD-L1 and PD-1 inhibitors are popular immunotherapy drugs recognized for their versatility across various cancer types. These treatments block the interaction between programmed cell death protein 1 (PD-1) on immune cells and PD-L1 on tumor cells, which tumors use to evade immune detection. By inhibiting this pathway, PD-(L)1 drugs re-activate the immune system, allowing it to recognize and attack cancer cells. Cisplatin enhances this effect through its ability to induce immunogenic cell death, which complements the PD-(L)1 mechanism of action, making the combination therapy even more effective. Due to this synergy, approximately 50% of PD-(L)1 treatments today are administered alongside cisplatin or carboplatin.
Our Platin-DRP™ technology precisely identifies patients most likely to benefit from cisplatin, including in combination with PD-(L)1 immunotherapy. By filtering out patients with low Platin-DRP™ scores, the response rates for combination therapies increase significantly. This not only enhances treatment effectiveness but also minimizes patient suffering by guiding those with low Platin-DRP™ scores toward more suitable treatment options, potentially saving crucial time in their cancer journey.
With the PD-(L)1 inhibitor market projected to grow from USD $45.8 billion in 2023 to USD $105 billion by 2028, pharmaceutical companies must differentiate themselves in this rapidly growing, yet highly competitive market.
The Platin-DRP™ offers more personalized and effective treatments, helping companies differentiate themselves in an increasingly crowded space.