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IMGN853 linked to improved outcomes in (FRα)-high platinum-resistant ovarian cancer

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IMGN853 (mirvetuximab soravtansine) yielded positive top-line data in the pivotal phase III SORAYA trial evaluating the safety and efficacy of the monotherapy in patients with folate receptor alpha (FRα)-high platinum-resistant ovarian cancer who have been previously treated with Avastin (bevacizumab).

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