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UroGen Announces Publication of Phase 3b Study Results Demonstrating the Feasibility of Home Instillation of ZUSDURI™ for Recurrent Low-Grade Intermediate-Risk Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer in Reviews in Urology
Globenewswire· 2025-07-28 12:00
Core Insights - UroGen Pharma Ltd. announced positive results from a Phase 3b study on the home administration of ZUSDURI™ (mitomycin) for treating recurrent low-grade intermediate-risk non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (LG-IR-NMIBC) [1][2] - The study demonstrated that trained home health professionals can safely administer ZUSDURI outside traditional clinical settings, potentially easing patient burden and reducing reliance on hospital resources [2][3] Study Findings - The study involved eight patients, with 75% completing all six scheduled treatments; 75% of patients reported a complete response rate at three months [2][4] - Patients expressed high satisfaction with the home-based treatment, with five out of six recommending it to others [2] - No new safety concerns were identified, and the safety profile was consistent with previous studies, primarily involving mild-to-moderate urinary symptoms [3][4] Treatment Administration - ZUSDURI was administered via urinary catheter once weekly for six weeks, with the first dose given in a clinic and subsequent doses at home [3] - Investigators found no significant differences in safety or efficacy between home and office administration [3] Company Overview - UroGen Pharma is focused on developing innovative treatments for urothelial and specialty cancers, utilizing proprietary RTGel technology for sustained drug release [5][8] - ZUSDURI is specifically approved for treating adults with recurrent LG-IR-NMIBC after unsuccessful bladder surgery [9] Market Context - Approximately 82,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with NMIBC annually, with around 59,000 experiencing recurrence [6] - The median age of diagnosis for bladder cancer is 73 years, highlighting the need for convenient treatment options for older patients [6]