Seattle Genetics Inc. will add another indication to the label for its antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) Adcetris (brentuximab vedotin) this year while advancing several programs that could extend its ADC platform into solid tumors, in hopes of transitioning from a one-product to a multi-product company.
Seattle Genetics Looking To Improve, Replace Standards Of Care
Seattle Genetics is transitioning from a one-product to multi-product company while growing its established Adcetris franchise. New studies are coming for three additional antibody-drug conjugates aimed at solid tumors.
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