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ArticleCureus2024

Intralesional Talimogene Laherparepvec Immunotherapy for Melanoma: A Case Study.

Merhawit Ghebrehiwet, Janelle Pavlis, Carlos Gomez-Meade

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Article in Cureus, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

3 authors.

Merhawit GhebrehiwetCollege of Medicine, Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, Tulsa, USA.
Janelle PavlisDermatology, Oklahoma Cancer Specialists and Research Institute, Tulsa, USA.
Carlos Gomez-MeadeDermatology, Oklahoma Cancer Specialists and Research Institute, Tulsa, USA.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Melanoma, characterized by its aggressive nature and tendency for metastasis, presents a significant challenge in clinical management. While surgical excision remains the gold standard for localized disease, therapeutic advancements for advanced stages are crucial. Oncolytic virotherapy, exemplified by Talimogene laherparepvec (T-VEC), offers a potential approach. Here, we present a 79-year-old male with advanced melanoma on the left distal thumb who opted for T-VEC therapy over surgical excision. Over 18 sessions, T-VEC demonstrated efficacy, resulting in lesion regression and no evidence of recurrence upon long-term monitoring. This case emphasizes the potential of T-VEC in advanced melanoma management, leveraging its dual mechanism targeting primary and metastatic lesions while harnessing immune response. Safety considerations and further investigations into potential interactions with other immunotherapies are warranted to optimize treatment strategies and ensure patient well-being. As oncolytic virotherapy continues to evolve, T-VEC stands as a potential option for the treatment of advanced melanoma.

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