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Head and neck cancer (squamous cell carcinoma) - cetuximab

Cetuximab for the treatment of metastatic and/or recurrent squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck

Summary

Cetuximab in combination with platinum-based chemotherapy is not recommended for people with recurrent and/or metastatic squamous cell cancer of the head and neck. Healthcare professionals should not stop prescribing cetuximab in combination with platinum-based chemotherapy for people who were alre ...

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Technology appraisals TA172

Issued: June 2009

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