Determinants of overall survival in patients with metastatic uveal melanoma

Abstract

Metastatic uveal melanoma patients face limited treatment options and poor survival rates. Results from this retrospective analysis indicate that immune checkpoint inhibitors, such as anti-CTLA-4 and anti-PD-1 therapies, were associated with improved survival outcomes. Factors such as extrahepatic-only metastases, better baseline performance status, and female sex contributed to a more than 2-fold reduction in death risk. These findings highlight the potential of immunotherapy in treating metastatic uveal melanoma.