ESMO 2025 INDUSTRY SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM

Redefining Standards in Bladder Cancer

The Expanding Role of Immunotherapy CPD

Monday, 20 October 2025 | 18:30 - 20:00 TZ
FLENSBURG AUDITORIUM, HALL 23, MESSE BERLIN, BERLIN GERMANY
Supported by an independent educational grant from AstraZeneca.

overview

Bladder cancer treatment is undergoing a paradigm shift with the expanding role of immunotherapy, particularly in muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC), where traditional approaches have shown limited efficacy. This symposium brings together leading clinicians to explore how immunotherapy is reshaping treatment standards and improving patient outcomes across different disease stages. [para] Our expert panel will examine the latest clinical trial evidence supporting novel immunotherapy-based strategies, providing practical insights for personalizing treatment approaches in MIBC. Through interactive case-based discussions, participants will gain valuable perspectives on tailoring immunotherapy for individual patients, optimizing therapeutic outcomes while managing treatment-related considerations. This program will also spotlight emerging opportunities in early-stage bladder cancer, where immunotherapy is showing promising potential to transform patient care.

IMPORTANT INFO

To attend this symposium, whether in person or virtually, you must first register directly with the ESMO CONGRESS 2025.

 

Please visit the official congress website for full registration details and requirements.

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faculty

MODERATOR

Andrea Necchi, MD

Associate Professor

Director of Genitourinary Medical Oncology

Vita-Salute San Raffaele University

IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital

Milan, Italy

FACULTY

James W. F. Catto, MB ChB, PhD, FRCS

NIHR Research Professor

Professor of Surgery

Division of Clinical Medicine

The Medical School

University of Sheffield

Sheffield, United Kingdom

FACULTY

Maria De Santis, MD

Professor

Translational GU-Oncology

Department of Urology

Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin,

Berlin, Germany

AGENDA

18:30 TZ

Welcome and Introduction

Andrea Necchi, MD

18:40 TZ

Unpacking the Evidence in MIBC: A Closer Look at the Latest Clinical Insights

James W. F. Catto, MB ChB, PhD, FRCS

19:00 TZ

Strategies for Today and the Future: Case-Based Discussion on Personalized Care in MIBC

All Faculty

19:35 TZ

Immunotherapy in Early-stage Bladder Cancer: What’s New, What’s Next?

Maria De Santis, MD

19:50 TZ

Closing Thoughts and Q&A

Andrea Necchi, MD
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LOCATION

Messe Berlin

Messedamm 22, 14055 Berlin, Germany

Flensburg Auditorium, Hall 23

TARGET AUDIENCE

This educational activity is intended for an audience of oncologists, urologists, and other members of oncology care teams outside of the United States.

GOAL STATEMENT

The goal of this activity is for learners to be better able to recognize the practice-changing possibilities of immunotherapy in muscle-invasive bladder cancer and early-stage bladder cancer.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

[bold]Upon completion of this activity, participants will:[/bold] [para]Have increased knowledge regarding the[/para] [list][item]Latest clinical trial data of novel and emerging immunotherapy-based strategies for bladder cancer [/list] [para]Have greater competence related to[/para] [list][item]Tailoring immunotherapy-based treatment for patients with MIBC [/list] [para]Demonstrate greater confidence in their ability to[/para] [list][item]Recognize the evolving role of immunotherapy for the management of bladder cancer [/list]

ACCREDITATION STATEMENT

The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Medicine of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the United Kingdom (FPM) has reviewed and approved the content of this educational activity and allocated it 1.50 continuing professional development credits (CPD).
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