Humacyte announced that the FDA requires additional time to complete its review of the Biologic License Application (BLA) for the acellular tissue engineered vessel (ATEV) in the vascular trauma indication. The company was informed by FDA CBER leadership that additional time was needed, and a revised action date is not yet available.
FDA requires additional time to review Humacyte's ATEV BLA for vascular trauma.
The FDA informed Humacyte that more time is needed to complete the review, despite the Priority Review status and an initial PDUFA date of August 10, 2024.
Humacyte's ATEV is considered a first-in-class product, and the FDA conducted inspections and engaged in discussions during the BLA review.
Humacyte remains confident in the approvability of ATEV for treating vascular trauma, citing positive clinical study results and real-world evidence.
Humacyte's press release contains forward-looking statements regarding the expected PDUFA date for ATEV in vascular trauma repair, the progress and results of preclinical and clinical trials, the anticipated characteristics and performance of ATEVs, the ability to complete trials and commercialize ATEVs, and the timing of regulatory filings and approvals.