Nivolumab (Opdivo®) As monotherapy for unresectable advanced, recurrent, or metastatic oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma (2L). HTA ID: 20057

Assessment Status Rapid Review Complete
HTA ID 20057
Drug Nivolumab
Brand Opdivo®
Indication As monotherapy is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable advanced, recurrent, or metastatic oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma after prior fluoropyrimidine and platinum-based combination chemotherapy.
Assessment Process
Rapid review commissioned 15/12/2020
Rapid review completed 13/01/2021
Rapid review outcome A full HTA is not recommended. The NCPE recommends that nivolumab not be considered for reimbursement at the submitted price*.

*This recommendation should be considered while also having regard to the criteria specified in the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods Act) 2013.