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ArticleJournal of thoracic disease2026

Efficacy of cemiplimab in biomarker defined subgroups of non-small cell lung cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Yuanyuan Wang, Jianfei Wang, Shuangqing Liu, Haipeng Zhang, Yang Cao

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Yuanyuan WangDepartment of Laboratory Medicine, Tianjin Medical University Second Hospital, Tianjin, China.
Jianfei WangDepartment of Laboratory Medicine, Tianjin Medical University Second Hospital, Tianjin, China.
Shuangqing LiuDepartment of Laboratory Medicine, Tianjin Medical University Second Hospital, Tianjin, China.
Haipeng ZhangDepartment of Laboratory Medicine, Tianjin Medical University Second Hospital, Tianjin, China.
Yang CaoDepartment of Laboratory Medicine, Tianjin Medical University Second Hospital, Tianjin, China.

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Background: Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) represents a significant challenge in oncology, characterized by its heterogeneous nature and poor prognosis, particularly in advanced stages. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of cemiplimab, administered intravenously at a dose of 350 mg every three weeks, in patients with advanced NSCLC, specifically focusing on its impact on prognostic biomarkers. Methods: Following PRISMA guidelines, we systematically searched Web of Science, PubMed, EMBASE, and Cochrane Library from inception to 31 May 2026. We included randomized controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating intravenous cemiplimab (350 mg every three weeks) in adult patients with advanced NSCLC. Comparators were placebo or standard of care. Eligible studies reported overall survival (OS), progression-free survival (PFS), or objective response rate (ORR). Two reviewers independently screened records, extracted data, and assessed risk of bias using the RoB2 tool. A random-effects meta-analysis was performed to pool risk ratios (RR) for response outcomes, with heterogeneity evaluated using I Results: Among the eight studies reviewed, significant survival benefits were observed in OS and PFS for patients receiving cemiplimab treatment. Notably, patients without epidermal growth factor receptor ( Conclusions: These findings advocate for cemiplimab as a viable treatment option in advanced NSCLC, warranting further investigations to elucidate its mechanisms and optimize treatment strategies for diverse patient populations.

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biomarkerscemiplimabNon-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)treatment option

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PMCPMC13358787

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