CAR-T cell therapyFDA-approvedInvestigational

Tisagenlecleucel

How it works

Genetically modifies T cells to recognize and destroy cancer cells, providing a sustained immune response.

Cancer types

Leukemia— Relapsed or refractory B-cell ALL

Efficacy

In clinical trials, around 80% of patients achieved a complete response, with a median progression-free survival of approximately 6 months.

Side effects

Severe

This treatment carries a higher risk of serious side effects. Close medical monitoring is required throughout treatment.

Evidence from research

StudyCancer typeStageEfficacy
Study of Tisagenlecleucel in Patients with Leukemia or LymphomaLeukemiaphase-3—Source →
Evaluating Tisagenlecleucel in Patients with High-Risk B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic LeukemiaLeukemiaphase-2—Source →
CAR T-cell therapy outcomes in young leukemia patientsLeukemiaobservationalBy day 28 postinfusion, 89% of patients achieved complete remission.Source →
New Treatment Option for Relapsed Leukemia PatientsLeukemiaobservationalAll four patients achieved complete remission after the first InO cycle.Source →
CAR-T Cell Therapy Improves Treatment for Relapsed ALL in Children and Young AdultsLeukemiareview—Source →
Cost-effectiveness of new leukemia treatment in children and young adultsLeukemiareviewThe discounted incremental cost-effectiveness ratio (ICER) per quality-adjusted life year (QALY) gained for tisagenlecleucel compared with Clo-C and Blina averages was $38 837 and $25 569, respectively.Source →
Comparing Two Treatments for Relapsed Leukemia in ChildrenLeukemiaphase-3Treatment with tisagenlecleucel was associated with a statistically significant higher likelihood of achieving CR (odds ratios: 6.71-9.76) and a lower hazard of death (hazard ratios: 0.26-0.32) than treatment with blinatumomab.Source →

This information is provided for general education only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making treatment decisions.