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Immunotherapy for penile cancer

Immunotherapy is a treatment that uses your own immune system to fight tumour cells. It can cause cancer to shrink or sometimes disappear altogether.

Immunotherapy is a type of treatment that helps your body’s own immune system find and attack cancer cells. It’s not a standard treatment for penile cancer yet, but it may be offered in clinical trials or in cases where other treatments aren’t working as well.

This chapter contains general information about penile cancer. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always consult your doctor or healthcare provider for guidance on your individual medical situation.

Last updated: June 2026

Reviewed by (2026 update):

  • Dr. Oscar Brouwer (EAU Guidelines Panel on Penile Cancer)
  • Dr. Walter Cazzaniga (YAU Working Group on Penile & Testis Cancer)