The Next Phase In Oncology: FDA’s Pazdur Has New Vision For Drug Development
Executive Summary
FDA’s top cancer drug reviewer has taken to the podium to paint a picture of the next phase in cancer drug development, which includes new business models, a return to single-arm trials and a new emphasis on safety.
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