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MT2024-25: Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant for Patients with High Risk Hemoglobinopathies and Other Red Cell Transfusion Dependent Disorders
This study’s strategy is to take a personalized approach, using a type of donor source combined with a drug regimen specific to that source. The common risks of a transplant approach include graft failure – when the transplant does not take; graft versus host disease (GVHD) – when the transplanted donor cells attack the recipient; and a late effect of infertility. We are studying whether this new approach with conditioning regimen matched with donor source is safer and more effective than our previous approach. Additionally, we are testing whether the dose of radiation will reduce the risk of graft failure.
• 0 to 55 years old
• diagnosis of sickle cell disease (SCD) with transfusion dependent alpha- or beta- thalassemia, diamond blackfan anemia, or other non-malignant hematologic disorders
• sexually active people of childbearing potential or people with partners of childbearing potential must agree to use a highly effective form of contraception during study treatment and for at least 4 months after transplant
• study staff will review additional requirements
• women who are pregnant, breast feeding, or who plan to become pregnant during the study period
• HIV positive
• active uncontrolled infection
HM2024-29: Phase I/II Clinical Trial of Proteasome Inhibitor in Combination with CPX-351 for the Treatment of Newly-Diagnosed TP53-mutated Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).
This study is meant for participants who have been diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and have a specific mutation in a gene called TP53. The study will give these participants an investigational drug called bortezomib in combination with an approved drug for AML, CPX-351 (brand name: Vyxeos). The researchers are studying this combination to find out if it is safe to give to people, as well as to find out how well it works for people who have AML with the TP53 mutation.
• have not received any systemic chemotherapy for the treatment of AML
• able to care for self but may be unable to carry on normal activity or to do active work
• sexually active couples of childbearing potential must agree to use effective contraception or abstinence during treatment and for at least 7 months after the final dose of study drug
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete Inclusion criteria
• active central nervous system malignancy or symptoms of CNS involvement
• cardiac disease including congestive heart failure with symptoms, heart attack (myocardial infarction) in the past 6 months, serious arrhythmia, unstable angina
• women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy within 3 months after the treatment completion
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete Exclusion criteria
Evaluation of an oral microbiota-based therapeutic as a treatment option for primary sclerosing cholangitis
We are studying the safety and feasibility of microbiota transplant therapy (MTT) for patients with Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC). The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether MTT from a healthy donor is safe and can be used to restore the healthy composition of microbiota to help decrease disease severity and improve symptoms. All patients in this study will receive capsules of the drug, MTT.
• ages 18-76
• serum total bilirubin ≤ 2x the upper limit of normal
• expect to maintain current medication regimen for the duration of the study
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete inclusion and exclusion criteria
• received antibiotic therapy (except vancomycin) in the past 3 months
• complications of advanced PSC, such as hepatic encephalopathy, ascites, history of esophageal varices, portal hypertension, hepato-renal syndrome, portopulmonary syndrome, and hepato-pulmonary syndrome
• viral hepatitis (history of Hepatitis C is eligible with undetectable HCV RNA); HIV/AIDS
• liver disease such as metabolic or inherited disease or cirrhosis
• women who are pregnant, breast feeding, or trying to become pregnant -active cancer
• active alcohol overuse (>4 drinks per day for men, and >2 drinks per day for women)
A Phase 1B/2, Multicenter, Open-label Study of Ifinatamab Deruxtecan (I-DXd), A B7- H3 Antibody-Drug Conjugate (ADC), In combination with Atezolizumab with or Without Carboplatin as First Line Induction or Maintenance, In Subjects with Extensive-Stage Small Cell Lung Cancer (ES-SCLC) (IDeate-Lung03)
This study is being done to learn more about the safety and effectiveness of ifinatamab deruxtecan (I-DXd) against extensive stage small cell lung cancer.
• diagnosis of extensive small cell lung cancer
• have not received any prior treatment (first line therapy)
• may be unable to do physically strenuous activity but able to walk and do work of a light or sedentary nature, e.g., light house work, office work
• agree to use a contraceptive method that is highly effective
• see link to clincialtrials.gov for complete inclusion criteria
• any of the following within the past 6 months: cerebrovascular accident, (CVA) transient ischemic attack, (TIA) or another arterial thromboembolic event
• uncontrolled or significant cardiovascular disease
• history of another cancer in the past 5 years
• history of bone marrow, stem cell, or solid organ transplant
• women who are pregnant or breastfeeding
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete exclusion criteria
ASSESS ALL ALS Study
We are doing this research to collect a wide range of samples, clinical information, and measurements that will be used for future research into ALS and related neurological diseases. Participants will be asked to complete 7 in-person study visits and monthly remote self-assessment activities. Access to a personal device (computer and/or smartphone or tablet) that is connected to the internet is needed to complete the monthly remote activities.
• diagnosis of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) by a physician
• access to a smartphone, computer or tablet, and internet (need not be in the home - access to a public library or other available computer with internet connection is sufficient
• for HEALTHY participants: no diagnosis of ALS , Progressive Muscular Atrophy (PMA) or Primary Lateral Sclerosis (PLS), no family history ALS/Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) in a close family member** unless the participant has previously tested negative for the known causative ALS genes, and access to a smartphone, computer or tablet, and internet (need not be in the home - access to a public library or other available computer with internet connection is sufficient
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov
• cognitive impairment, clinical dementia, or unstable psychiatric illness, including psychosis, active suicidal ideation, suicide attempt, or untreated major depression <= 90 days of starting the study,
• clinically significant unstable medical condition
Vestibular and Cortical Contributions to Transitions in Freezing of Gait and Parkinson's Disease
This study will examine the brain activation associated with the transition between movements in Parkinson’s disease, and if these changes are related to the development of problems with moving (like freezing of gait) and thinking. We will look at brain activity associated with the vestibular (inner ear) and cortical (surface of the brain) systems. People with Parkinson’s disease (especially people with freezing of gait) sometimes have difficulty initiating changes in movement types, such as going from standing to walking, turning, or switching between slow and fast repetitive movements. The difficulty in movement transitions may be associated with an overactive vestibular system (inner ear) or cortical system. In each experiment in this study, we expect about 20-25 participants with Parkinson’s disease and freezing of gait, 20-25 participants with Parkinson’s without freezing of gait, and 20-25 control participants
• 40 to 80 years old
• diagnosis of idiopathic PD with and without freezing gait
• able to walk independently without the use of an assistive device (e.g. cane) for 50 meters (about 160 feet)
• for HEALTHY OLDER ADULTS: 40 to 80 years old, able to walk independently without a cane or walker and able to perform complex activities of daily living independently
• any musculoskeletal disorder that affects the ability to stand or walk
• history of musculoskeletal disorders that significantly affect movement of lower limbs
• uncorrected visual impairment
• history of visual and/or vestibular conditions
• moderate to severe hearing impairment
• women who are pregnant
• study staff will discuss additional exclusion criteria
Effect of Kava on Anxiety and Stress in Cancer Survivors
Anxiety and stress are significant problems for cancer survivors. The purpose of this study is to learn what effect a 14-day course of kava can have on anxiety and stress in cancer survivors, and about the side effects of kava for cancer survivors.
• Adult ≥ 18 years old
• Completed curative-intent treatment for breast, gynecologic, lung, or head/neck cancer within the last 24 months without clinical and/or radiographic evidence of recurrence at the time of the last follow up
• Willing to abstain from benzodiazepine and alcohol use during the kava or placebo intervention and for at least 14 days after completion
• Known allergy to kava
• Regular use of benzodiazepines, defined as ≥ 2 times weekly, within 14 days prior to study registration
• Use of herbal supplements within 14 days of study registration,
• Anti-cancer therapy within 28 days prior to registration and/or during study participation, except for aromatase inhibitors
• Known liver disease such as cirrhosis
• Use of acetaminophen at doses more than 2000 mg daily for more than three days per week within 7 days prior to the first dose of kava or placebo intervention
• Chronic use of high-intensity statin therapy
• Women who are pregnant, intend to become pregnant, or are nursing
Biorepository to Support ALS Research in Minnesota
The purpose of the study is to establish and maintain a biorepository of tissue and biospecimen samples relevant to Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) research. We will obtain, store, and catalogue peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs), blood and blood components, skin punch biopsy samples, and cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) from people living with ALS, linked to clinical datasets, to advance ALS research.
• people living with ALS: people with a confirmed diagnosis of ALS
• Controls: people who have a neurological disorder other than ALS for which a comparison will assist in medical discovery Healthy controls: Individuals without ALS or other neurological disorders
• age less than 18 or greater than 90
Study in Parkinson Disease of Exercise Phase 3 Clinical Trial: SPARX3 (SPARX3)
The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of 2 different levels of exercise intensity and to learn more about effects of aerobic exercise for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD). This study will help us better understand what exercise guidelines should be used in the future.
• 40 to 80 years old
• diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson Disease (PD)
• less than 3 years since disease diagnosis
• currently being treated with PD medications such as levodopa or dopamine receptor agonists, monoamine oxidase-B (MAO-B) inhibitors, amantadine, or anticholinergics
• expected to start medication within six months of starting the study
• previous use of medications for PD for more than 60 days
• exercising at greater than moderate intensity for 120 minutes or more per week consistently over the last 6 months
• known cardiovascular, metabolic, or renal disease or individuals with major signs or symptoms suggestive of cardiovascular, metabolic, or renal disease without medical clearance to participate in the exercise program
• uncontrolled hypertension (resting blood pressure greater than 150/90 mmHg)
• any medical, mental health, drug or alcohol abuse, assessment or laboratory abnormality that indicates a problem that could limit ability to participate in the exercise program (study staff will evaluate)
• women who are breast-feeding, pregnant, or plan to become pregnant in the next 12 months
• unable to have a brain scan
REACT-AF: The Rhythm Evaluation for AntiCoagulaTion with Continuous Monitoring of Atrial Fibrillation (REACT-AF)
This research is being done to assess whether it is safe and effective to stop oral anticoagulation medications (a blood-thinning medication) during prolonged periods of normal heart rhythm in participants with infrequent episodes of atrial fibrillation (AF).
• history of symptomatic or asymptomatic paroxysmal or persistent atrial fibrillation (AF) and a moderate risk of stroke
• documented prior stroke (ischemic or hemorrhagic) or transient ischemic attack (TIA)
• reversible causes of AF (e.g., cardiac surgery, pulmonary embolism, untreated hyperthyroidism).
MN CF Center Consent (PortCF) Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Center Program Accreditation and Funding
This retrospective, longitudinal project is to collect certain demographic and clinical health status information for entry into the CF Foundation Patient Registry (also known as PortCF). The registry has played an important role in CF research and will continue to do so. In addition, much of the same information is entered into the University of Minnesota Cystic Fibrosis Center Research Database. This patient database has been maintained since 1975.
• possible diagnosis of Cystic Fibrosis (CF) or CF-related complications
• receive care at the MN CF Center
HEALEY ALS Platform Trial
The HEALEY ALS Platform Trial is a research trial that tests the safety and effectiveness of multiple treatments in ALS. A regimen is a specific course of treatment, each with a different study drug. We are doing this research to find out if different treatments have an effect on Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). We also want to find out if these treatments are safe to take without causing too many side effects.
• 18 years or older
• diagnosed with sporadic or familial ALS
• weakness started no more than 36 months ago -able to to swallow pills and liquids
• unstable medical or mental health condition
• limitations on prior or current use of certain medications (study staff will review)
• women who are pregnant or breast feeding
Tissue biopsies for the study of FSHD
A single visit study with muscle and/or skin biopsy / blood draw, performed to determine whether a molecular or cellular defect can be attributed to cells of Fascioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD) muscle. This study is recruiting both individuals with genetically confirmed FSHD as well as unaffected healthy (control) individuals.
• Genetic confirmation of Fascioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD)
• at least 4 years old
• Healthy Family Members: parent or sibling of someone who has FSHD
• heart failure, respiratory insufficiency that requires respiratory support
• taking anticoagulants or anti platelet medications (aspirin or NSAIDs)
DegenPRO: A multicenter prospective registry for the management of degenerative spine disorders
This registry will be used to gather specific information about patients diagnosed with a degenerative spine disorder. Patient registries are observational studies that focus on understanding how the treatments, tests, and services, that are used in routine clinical care and by specialists, affect patient health outcomes. A registry that is appropriately designed, conducted, and analyzed will provide unique scientific information about the effectiveness, safety, and quality of the health-care service or intervention that is being studied.
• diagnosed with a degenerative spine disorder and receiving treatment
Corrona Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Registry
This is a prospective, non-interventional, research study for patients with IBD under the care of a certified gastroenterologist. The primary objective for this registry is to prospectively study the natural history of IBD, the prevalence and incidence of comorbidities, targeted adverse events, and more, via questionnaires.
• at least 18 years old
• Diagnosis of one of the following by a gastroenterologist: Crohn's disease or Ulcerative colitis (UC)
• users of an approved biologic drug or JAK inhibitor (Tofacitinib) for the treatment of UC or Crohn's disease
• Participating in or planning to participate in a clinical trial studying new medications for Crohn's disease or Ulcerative colitis
A Phase 1/2 Study of FOG-001 in Participants with Locally Advanced or Metastatic Solid Tumors (FOG-001-101)
This study is for people who have been diagnosed with cancer that is advanced (means disease has spread from the original site or has come back) or is metastatic (means the disease has spread to other parts of the body). FOG-001 is currently being developed to treat people with cancer. We want see how safe and tolerable FOG-001 is when given alone and together with other anticancer drugs at different dose levels in participants. We also want to see how FOG-001 affects the body and the cancer
• locally advanced or metastatic solid tumor
• may not be able to do physically strenuous activity but walking and able to carry out work of a light or sedentary nature, e.g., light house work, office work
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for specific requirements by type of tumor
• history of bone metastasis except patients with mCRPC
• Osteoporosis
• uncontrolled inflammatory bowel disease (i.e., ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease)
• women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to be come pregnant
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete Exclusion criteria
A Randomized Double Blind Phase II Trial of Restorative Microbiota Therapy (RMT) or Placebo in Combination with Durvalumab (MEDI4736) and Tremelimumab With Chemotherapy in Treatment Naïve Advanced or Metastatic Adenocarcinoma Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
The investigational therapy in this study is referred to as Restorative Microbiota Therapy (RMT). It is prepared by extracting healthy bacteria from the stool of healthy human donors and making it into capsules taken by mouth. The donor stool samples are rigorously tested for harmful bacteria and viruses before processing. There is scientific evidence to suggest that RMT might make immunotherapy more effective. The primary goal of the study is to test if RMT makes durvalumab + tremelimumab treatment with chemotherapy more effective to control lung cancer.
• confirmed adenocarcinoma of the lung that is stage IIIB/C or stage IV that can't be surgically removed
• prior chemotherapy or immunotherapy as adjuvant therapy for lung cancer is permitted as long as it has been more than 6 months from last dose
• people who have treated brain metastasis are eligible as long as they have stable symptoms, are more than 2 weeks from completion of therapy, and do not require more than 10mg of daily prednisone or equivalent
• restricted in strenuous physical activity but can walk and carry out work of a light or sedentary nature, e.g., light house work, office work
• weigh at least 30 kg (66 lbs.)
• contact study staff for additional requirements
• women who are pregnant or breast feeding
• unable to swallow medications
• additional medical and mental health diagnosis (study staff will review)
National Liver Cancer Screening Trial (TRACER)
Finding liver cancer early is important to increase chances of getting treatment and decreasing risk of dying from cancer. The purpose of this research is to compare the effectiveness of two liver cancer screening methods to detect liver cancer at an early stage. Participants will be randomly (by chance) placed in one of two study groups – one group will undergo ultrasound imaging of the liver with or without a blood test to measure a specific protein, whereas the second group will undergo a blood test for liver cancer screening called a GALAD score. The GALAD score combines three blood tests to screen for liver cancer. We do not currently know if GALAD would help detect liver cancer earlier than standard screening.
• 18 to 85 years old
• diagnosis of cirrhosis of the liver of any cause, or Hepatitis B
• physician has determined patient is eligible for for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) screening
• history of liver cancer or clinical symptoms of liver cancer
• presence of another active cancer besides skin cancer
• history of organ transplant
• active listing for liver transplant
• history of alcohol related liver inflammation within 3 months
• known pregnancy at the time of consent
• active warfarin use
MT2023-30: A Phase 1 Study of FT825/ONO-8250, an Off-the-Shelf CAR T-Cell Therapy, With or Without Monoclonal Antibodies, in HER2-Positive or Other Advanced Solid Tumors
The purpose of this study is to test the safety of FT825 at different doses and to understand the way the body processes and responds to FT825. The study will also find out what effects FT825, when given with or without a monoclonal antibody (cetuximab) and different chemotherapy regimens, have on cancer. FT825 is a type of cell product made up of “T cells.” T cells are part of your immune system and are important in helping fight infections. T cells are also important in eliminating cancer cells.
• diagnosis locally advanced or metastatic cancer
• cancer that is not amenable to curative therapy, with prior therapies defined by specific tumor types
• restricted from strenuous activity but able to walk and carry out work of a light or sedentary nature, e.g., light house work, office work
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete inclusion criteria
• women who are pregnant or breastfeeding
• active central nervous system (CNS) involvement by cancer -active bacterial, fungal, or viral infections
• additional exclusion criteria (study staff will review)
A Pivotal Study Evaluating Safety and Efficacy of the ShiraTronics Migraine Therapy System in RELIEVing, Interrupting, and Preventing Chronic Migraine (RELIEV-CM2)
This research study is testing a potential new treatment for refractory chronic migraine (RCM). The potential new treatment is called ShiraTronics Migraine Therapy. The purpose of this study is to demonstrate the safety and effectiveness of the ShiraTronics Migraine Therapy System. The ShiraTronics System delivers mild electrical pulses to nerves associated with migraine pain around the back and front of your head. These electrical pulses interrupt or change the transmission of pain signals to the brain, which can potentially relieve your chronic migraine pain and symptoms. The ShiraTronics System is approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration for investigational (under research) use, and not approved for sale.
• at least 22 years old
• migraines started before 50 years old
• migraines occurring for at least 12 months before starting the study
• 15 - 26 headache days/month, among which ≥ 8 days has the features of probable migraine, and minimum of 2 headache-free days/month
• use of preventive(s) migraine medication for at least 3 months before starting the study
• headache or migraine other than refractory chronic migraine (RCM)
• previously implanted neurostimulator
• received botulinumtoxinA (Botox) for any other medical or cosmetic reasons requiring injections in the head, face, or neck within the past 3 months
• cervical radiofrequency ablation within 12 months
• other implanted electrical stimulation device or any metallic implant located in the head including CSF shunt and surgical clip above the shoulder line (excluding dental implants)
• women who are pregnant or breastfeeding or planning a pregnancy during participation in the study
A PHASE III TRIAL OF ONE VS. TWO YEARS OF MAINTENANCE OLAPARIB, WITH OR WITHOUT BEVACIZUMAB, IN PATIENTS WITH BRCA1/2 MUTATED OR HOMOLOGOUS RECOMBINATION DEFICIENT (HRD+) OVARIAN CANCER FOLLOWING RESPONSE TO FIRST LINE PLATINUM-BASED CHEMOTHERAPY
The usual approach for patients who are not in a study is treatment of ovarian cancer with surgery, radiation, or U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved drugs. Sometimes, combinations of these treatments are used. We are doing this study because we want to find out if the use of Olaparib for one year is as good or worse than the usual approach for ovarian tumor.
• newly diagnosed, confirmed stage III or IV ovarian cancer of the following types: high grade serous or endometrioid, or other epithelial ovarian cancer with BRCA1/2 alteration
• ovarian cancer includes ovarian, fallopian, or primary peritoneal cancer
• must have had cytoreductive surgery
• must have completed first line platinum-based therapy before starting the study (no more than 12 weeks prior)
• not pregnant or breastfeeding
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete inclusion criteria
HM2024-36 A PHASE 3, DOUBLE-BLIND, RANDOMIZED, PLACEBO-CONTROLLED TRIAL OF QUIZARTINIB ADMINISTERED IN COMBINATION WITH INDUCTION AND CONSOLIDATION CHEMOTHERAPY AND ADMINISTERED AS MAINTENANCE THERAPY IN ADULT PATIENTS WITH NEWLY DIAGNOSED FLT3-ITD NEGATIVE ACUTE MYELOID LEUKEMIA (QuANTUM-WILD)
The purpose of this research is to test how well the investigational study drug, quizartinib, works in patients with AML without a FLT3-ITD mutation who have not received any prior treatment for the disease. The study will test how it works when taken with standard chemotherapy and then taken alone to prevent the disease from coming back.
• 18 to 70 years old
• newly diagnosed, primary Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)
• at least able to walk do selfcare but may be unable to carry out any work activities; up and about more than 50% of waking hours
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete Inclusion criteria
• any other type of leukemia
• AML caused by prior chemotherapy or radiotherapy or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS)
• prior treatment for leukemia, with some exceptions
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete Exclusion criteria
MT2016-11 :Autologous Stem Cell Transplant In Patients with Hodgkin Lymphoma (HL) and Non-Hodgkin Lymphomas (NHL)
The treatment (chemotherapy and transplant procedures) is considered standard clinical care that are usually given to the patients with this disease. The research aspect of this study is to collect data on the patients who are being treated on this plan. Patients will be followed throughout the course of their clinical care and for three years after their transplant.
• up to 75 years of age
• diagnosis of Hodgkin Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Mature B cell Lymphoma, or Mature T cell Lymphoma
• at least 4 weeks from previous chemotherapy; 6 weeks from nitrosoureas
• women of child bearing potential and sexually active males with partners of child bearing potential must agree to use adequate birth control for the duration of treatment
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete criteria
• women who are pregnant or breastfeeding
• chemotherapy resistant disease
• unrelated active infection
An open-label study to assess the efficacy and safety of extended TARPEYO® (delayed-release budesonide capsules) treatment in adult patients with primary IgA nephropathy who have completed 9 months of TARPEYO® 16 mg once daily treatment in real-world clinical practice (NefXtend)
This study is about finding out if the study drug, TARPEYO®, can be taken for a longer time (2 years) than the current recommended 9 months, to better help people with primary IgA nephropathy (IgAN).
• diagnosed with biopsy-proven IgA nephropathy (IgAN)
• completed of 9 months of treatment of Tarpeyo 16mg twice a day (we start screening participants after 7 1/2 months of Tarpeyo treatment so we have enough time to complete all requirements before entering the study). Please contact the study team as early as possible.
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete Inclusion criteria
• treated with systemic immunosuppressants including glucocorticosteroids other than Tarpeyo during treatment of Tarpeyo
• current or planned dialysis
• undergone kidney transplant
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete Exclusion criteria
Sleep Outcomes with DBS Therapy in Parkinson's Disease and Dystonia
The objective of this study is to describe how activation of distinct pathways in and around the subthalamic nucleus (STN) and internal segment of the globus pallidus (GPi) correlate to changes in sleep outcomes in movement disorders patients after deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery targeting these structures.
• at least 21 years old
• existing or planned 7T brain imaging
• surgery at UMN to implant DBS system planned as part of routine clinical care (or has already occurred, as long as the first programming session is at least 2 weeks away)
• other significant neurological disorder
• history of dementia
• complications after surgery
• women who are pregnant
A Randomized, Open-label, Phase 3 Study of Adjuvant Sacituzumab Govitecan and Pembrolizumab Versus Treatment of Physician s Choice in Patients With Triple Negative Breast Cancer Who Have Residual Invasive Disease After Surgery and Neoadjuvant Therapy (ASCENT-05)
The purpose of this study is to see if sacituzumab govitecan in combination with pembrolizumab can improve outcomes and delay the return of disease in participants with high-risk early Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC) when compared to pembrolizumab alone or pembrolizumab in combination with capecitabine. Participants with low tumor expression of the estrogen and/or progesterone receptors (1 to 10%) will also be included in this study. The study treatment will be chosen by chance—like flipping a coin. There is a 1 out of 2 chances to receive Sacituzumab govitecan in combination with Pembrolizumab and 1 out of 2 chances to receive a study treatment of study doctor’s choice of either pembrolizumab alone or pembrolizumab in combination with capecitabine. Participants and their study doctor will know what study drug is being taken.
• invasive triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) still remains in the breast or lymph nodes after therapy and surgery
• unable to do physically strenuous activity but able to walk and carry out work of a light or sedentary nature, e.g., light house work, office work
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete inclusion and exclusion criteria
• Stage IV (metastatic) breast cancer or previous cancer in the same or other breast
• evidence that the cancer has reoccurred after preoperative therapy and surgery
• presence of germline breast cancer gene (BRCA) mutations
NRG-GY026: A Phase II/III Study of Paclitaxel/Carboplatin Alone or Combined with either Trastuzumab and Hyaluronidase-Oysk (Herceptin Hylecta) or Pertuzumab, Trastuzumab, and Hyaluronidase-Zzxf (Phesgo) in HER2 Positive, Stage I-IV Endometrial Serous Carcinoma or Carcinosarcoma
We are doing this study to see if we can lower the chance of endometrial cancer coming back and causing death by adding a drug or drugs that target HER2 proteins in addition to the usual combination of chemotherapy drugs. We want to find out if this approach is better or worse than the usual approach for your endometrial cancer. The usual approach is defined as care most people get for endometrial cancer, which in this case would be chemotherapy.
• HER2 positive endometrial cancer
• Stage I, II, II or IV endometrial serous or carcinosarcoma
• have not had chemotherapy for treatment of this cancer
• pelvic radiation therapy used to treat the tumor
• history of serious heart or lung disease
• plan for hysterectomy after chemotherapy
A Phase I Study of a Tropism Modified Conditionally Replicative Adenovirus Vector (RGDCRAdCOX2F) for Endoscopic, Direct-Tumor Delivery in Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
This is an early study of a new drug, RGDCRAdCOX2F, as a single tumor injection in persons with adenocarcinoma of the pancreas. The main goal of the study is to find a safe dose of the study drug.
• documented pancreatic adenocarcinoma that is confined to the pancreas and regional lymph nodes
• one prior line of therapy is permitted
• normal cardiac and pulmonary function
• participants with partners of childbearing potential must be willing to use at least two forms of effective birth control
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete inclusion & exclusion criteria
• women who are pregnant or breastfeeding
• other types of pancreatic cancer
• history of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection
• history of or active acute or chronic active hepatitis B or C infection
• taking 10mg/day or more of prednisone for more than one week
Addition of a pectoserratus block to interscalene block in patients undergoing total shoulder replacement.
This research is being done to determine if pectoserratus block with bupivacaine will provide improvement in pain control and decrease opioid use, relative to pectoserratus block with a saline solution, among patients undergoing total shoulder arthroplasty.
• 18 years to 85 years old
• having a total shoulder arthroplasty or reverse total shoulder arthroplasty
• unable to receive regional anesthesia or nerve block
• Non-English speakers
• women who are pregnant
• currently using opioids and people who have chronic pain
A Randomized, Double-blinded, Multiregional Phase 3 Study of Ivonescimab Versus Pembrolizumab for the First-line Treatment of Metastatic Non-small Cell Lung Cancer in Patients Whose Tumors Demonstrate High PD-L1 Expression (HARMONi-7)
The purpose of this research is to measure the safety and effectiveness of ivonescimab compared to pembrolizumab. Ivonescimab is an antibody designed to block proteins that help cancer cells grow and spread, and by blocking these proteins may potentially slow cancer progression. Participants will have a 50% chance of being assigned to either the ivonescimab treatment group or the pembrolizumab treatment group.
• may be restricted in physically strenuous activity but able to walk and carry out work of a light or sedentary nature, e.g., light house work, office work
• diagnosis of metastatic (Stage IV) Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
• have not received any treatment
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete Inclusion criteria
• small cell lung cancer
• known genetic alterations that have treatment options
• have received treatment for this cancer
• see link to clinicaltrials.gov for complete Exclusion criteria