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NEROFE and Doxorubicin in KRAS-mutated ST2-positive Solid Tumors
Georgetown University
Solid Tumor
KRAS Mutation-Related Tumors
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn about the safety of NEROFE and doxorubicin
and how well it works in patients with advanced/unresectable or metastatic solid
KRAS-mutated and ST-positive solid tumors. The main question it aims to answer is to find
the recommended dose and scheduled for th1 expand
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn about the safety of NEROFE and doxorubicin and how well it works in patients with advanced/unresectable or metastatic solid KRAS-mutated and ST-positive solid tumors. The main question it aims to answer is to find the recommended dose and scheduled for the combination of NEROFE and doxorubicin. Participants will receive weekly doses of NEROFE and doxorubicin. Type: Interventional Start Date: Apr 2023 |
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Colon Adjuvant Chemotherapy Based on Evaluation of Residual Disease
NRG Oncology
Stage III Colon Cancer
This Phase II/III trial will evaluate the what kind of chemotherapy to recommend to
patients based on the presence or absences of circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) after surgery
for colon cancer. expand
This Phase II/III trial will evaluate the what kind of chemotherapy to recommend to patients based on the presence or absences of circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) after surgery for colon cancer. Type: Interventional Start Date: Mar 2022 |
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Olanzapine Versus Megestrol Acetate for the Treatment of Loss of Appetite Among Advanced Cancer Pat1
Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology
Advanced Malignant Solid Neoplasm
Anorexia
Hematopoietic and Lymphoid Cell Neoplasm
This phase III trial compares the effects of olanzapine versus megestrol acetate in
treating loss of appetite in patients with cancer that has spread to other places in the
body (advanced). Olanzapine may stimulate and increase appetite. This study aims to find
out if olanzapine is better than the1 expand
This phase III trial compares the effects of olanzapine versus megestrol acetate in treating loss of appetite in patients with cancer that has spread to other places in the body (advanced). Olanzapine may stimulate and increase appetite. This study aims to find out if olanzapine is better than the usual approach (megestrol acetate) for stimulating appetite and preventing weight loss. Type: Interventional Start Date: Jan 2022 |
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Zenith® Fenestrated+ Clinical Study
Cook Research Incorporated
Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal
Juxtarenal Aortic Aneurysm
Extent IV Thoracoabdominal
Pararenal Aneurysm
The Zenith® Fenestrated+ Endovascular Graft Clinical Study will assess the safety and
effectiveness of the Zenith® Fenestrated+ Endovascular Graft (ZFEN+) in combination with
the BeGraft Balloon-Expandable FEVAR Bridging Stent Graft System (BeGraft) and Unibody2
for the treatment of patients with a1 expand
The Zenith® Fenestrated+ Endovascular Graft Clinical Study will assess the safety and effectiveness of the Zenith® Fenestrated+ Endovascular Graft (ZFEN+) in combination with the BeGraft Balloon-Expandable FEVAR Bridging Stent Graft System (BeGraft) and Unibody2 for the treatment of patients with aortic aneurysms involving one or more of the major visceral arteries. Up to 60 additional subjects may be enrolled in Continued Access phase of the study Type: Interventional Start Date: Dec 2023 |
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Durvalumab and Tremelimumab in Combination With Chemotherapy in HIV-infected Patients With Non-smal1
Georgetown University
Carcinoma, Non-Small Cell Lung
This is a phase II trial of durvalumab and tremelimumab in combination of platinum-based
chemotherapy. Patients with stage IV Non-Small-Cell-Lung Cancer (NSCLC) with human
immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection will be eligible. Patients will receive standard
platinum-based chemotherapy plus durval1 expand
This is a phase II trial of durvalumab and tremelimumab in combination of platinum-based chemotherapy. Patients with stage IV Non-Small-Cell-Lung Cancer (NSCLC) with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection will be eligible. Patients will receive standard platinum-based chemotherapy plus durvalumab for 4 cycles (every 3 weeks), followed by durvalumab (with or without pemetrexed for non-squamous NSCLC) maintenance therapy. It is hypothesized that Durvalumab and tremelimumab in combination with standard chemotherapy is safe and effective for the treatment of stage IV NSCLC in patients with HIV infection. Type: Interventional Start Date: Dec 2020 |
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HEALEY ALS Platform Trial - Master Protocol
Merit E. Cudkowicz, MD
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
The HEALEY ALS Platform Trial is a perpetual multi-center, multi-regimen clinical trial
evaluating the safety and efficacy of investigational products for the treatment of ALS. expand
The HEALEY ALS Platform Trial is a perpetual multi-center, multi-regimen clinical trial evaluating the safety and efficacy of investigational products for the treatment of ALS. Type: Interventional Start Date: Jun 2020 |
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Long-term Safety and Efficacy Extension Study for Participants With Advanced Tumors Who Are Current1
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
Solid Tumors
Hematologic Malignancies
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the long-term safety and efficacy of
pembrolizumab (MK-3475) in participants from previous Merck pembrolizumab-based parent
studies who transition into this extension study.
This study will consist of three phases: 1) First Course Phase, 2) Survival Follow-1 expand
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the long-term safety and efficacy of pembrolizumab (MK-3475) in participants from previous Merck pembrolizumab-based parent studies who transition into this extension study. This study will consist of three phases: 1) First Course Phase, 2) Survival Follow-up Phase or 3) Second Course Phase. Each participant will transition to this extension study in one of the following three phases, depending on the study phase they were in at the completion of the parent study. Participants who were in the First Course Phase of study treatment with pembrolizumab or lenvatinib in their parent study will enter the First Course Phase of this study and complete up to 35 doses or more every 3 weeks (Q3W) or 17 doses or more every 6 weeks (Q6W) of study treatment with pembrolizumab or a pembrolizumab-based combination or lenvatinib according to arm assignment. Participants who were in the Follow-up Phase in the parent study (post-treatment or Survival Follow-up Phase) will enter the Survival Follow-up Phase of this study. Participants who were in the Second Course Phase in their parent study will enter Second Course Phase of this study and complete up to 17 doses Q3W or 8 doses Q6W of study treatment with pembrolizumab or a pembrolizumab-based combination according to arm assignment. Any participant originating from a parent trial where crossover to pembrolizumab was permitted upon disease progression may be eligible for 35 doses as Q3W or 17 doses Q6W of pembrolizumab (approximately 2 years), if they progress while on the control arm and pembrolizumab is approved for the indication in the country where the potential eligible crossover participant is being evaluated. Type: Interventional Start Date: Aug 2018 |
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Efficacy and Safety of Remibrutinib After Switching From Ocrelizumab in Participants Living With Re1
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis
The purpose of this Phase 3b study is to assess the efficacy, safety and tolerability of
remibrutinib after switching from ocrelizumab and compared to continuous ocrelizumab
treatment, in patients living with relapsing multiple sclerosis (plwRMS). expand
The purpose of this Phase 3b study is to assess the efficacy, safety and tolerability of remibrutinib after switching from ocrelizumab and compared to continuous ocrelizumab treatment, in patients living with relapsing multiple sclerosis (plwRMS). Type: Interventional Start Date: Jul 2025 |
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Study of PF-07220060 With Letrozole in Adults With HR-positive HER2-negative Breast Cancer Who Have1
Pfizer
Breast Cancer
The purpose of this study is to determine the safety and efficacy of PF-07220060 with
letrozole compared to approved treatments (ie, palbociclib, ribociclib or abemaciclib
with letrozole) in people with breast cancer:
- HR-positive (breast cancer cells that need estrogen or progesterone to grow1 expand
The purpose of this study is to determine the safety and efficacy of PF-07220060 with letrozole compared to approved treatments (ie, palbociclib, ribociclib or abemaciclib with letrozole) in people with breast cancer: - HR-positive (breast cancer cells that need estrogen or progesterone to grow) - HER2-negative (cells that have a small amount or none of a protein called HER2 on their surface); - locally advanced (that has spread from where it started to nearby tissue or lymph nodes) or metastatic disease (the spread of cancer to other places in the body) - who have not received any prior systemic anti-cancer treatment for advanced/metastatic disease. Approximately half of the participants will receive PF-07220060 plus letrozole while the other half of participants will receive the investigator's choice of treatment plus letrozole. The study team will monitor how each participant is doing with the study treatment during regular visits at the study clinic. Type: Interventional Start Date: Jan 2025 |
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A Study of Amivantamab and FOLFIRI Versus Cetuximab/Bevacizumab and FOLFIRI in Participants With KR1
Janssen Research & Development, LLC
Colorectal Neoplasms
The purpose of this study is to compare how long the participants are disease-free
(progression-free survival) and and the length of time until a participant dies (overall
survival), when treated with amivantamab and chemotherapy with 5-fluorouracil, leucovorin
calcium (folinic acid) or levoleucovo1 expand
The purpose of this study is to compare how long the participants are disease-free (progression-free survival) and and the length of time until a participant dies (overall survival), when treated with amivantamab and chemotherapy with 5-fluorouracil, leucovorin calcium (folinic acid) or levoleucovorin, and irinotecan hydrochloride (FOLFIRI) versus either cetuximab or bevacizumab and FOLFIRI given to participants with Kirsten rat sarcoma viral oncogene/ neuroblastoma RAS viral oncogene homolog (KRAS/ NRAS) and v-raf murine sarcoma viral oncogene homolog B (BRAF) wild-type recurrent, unresectable or metastatic colorectal cancer who have previously received chemotherapy. Type: Interventional Start Date: Dec 2024 |
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JUST BREATHE, Breathing Life Into Innovative Therapies for ARDS- Cohort C: Bevacizumab
PPD Development, LP
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
ARDS
ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome)
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
This is a Phase 2 multicenter, randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled study that
will evaluate the safety and efficacy of host-directed therapeutics in hospitalized
adults diagnosed with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) utilizing a platform
trial design.
Cohort C: Participants wi1 expand
This is a Phase 2 multicenter, randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled study that will evaluate the safety and efficacy of host-directed therapeutics in hospitalized adults diagnosed with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) utilizing a platform trial design. Cohort C: Participants will be randomized to receive either a placebo or bevacizumab. This record describes the default procedures and analyses for Cohort C. Please see NCT06703073 for information on the BP-ARDS-P2-001 Master Protocol. Type: Interventional Start Date: Oct 2025 |
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A Phase 2 Study of AMG 193 in Participants With MTAP-deleted Advanced NSCLC (MTAPESTRY 201)
Amgen
MTAP-deleted NSCLC
The main objective of the study is to characterize safety and efficacy of 2 dose levels
of AMG 193 by investigator, and to evaluate AMG 193 monotherapy efficacy by Blinded
Independent Central Review (BICR). expand
The main objective of the study is to characterize safety and efficacy of 2 dose levels of AMG 193 by investigator, and to evaluate AMG 193 monotherapy efficacy by Blinded Independent Central Review (BICR). Type: Interventional Start Date: Dec 2024 |
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Trial to Evaluate Safety And Effectiveness of Mechanical Circulatory Support in Patients With Advan1
Abbott Medical Devices
Heart Failure
Heart Diseases
Cardiovascular Diseases
Pulmonary Hypertension
The purpose of TEAM-HF IDE clinical trial is to evaluate safety and effectiveness of the
HeartMate 3 LVAS compared to guideline directed medical therapy (GDMT) in a population of
ambulatory advanced heart failure patients who are not dependent on intravenous inotrope. expand
The purpose of TEAM-HF IDE clinical trial is to evaluate safety and effectiveness of the HeartMate 3 LVAS compared to guideline directed medical therapy (GDMT) in a population of ambulatory advanced heart failure patients who are not dependent on intravenous inotrope. Type: Interventional Start Date: Dec 2024 |
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A Culturally-Tailored Mobile Health and Social Media Physical Activity Intervention for Improving P1
Children's Oncology Group
Hematopoietic and Lymphatic System Neoplasm
Malignant Solid Neoplasm
This clinical trial tests the impact of a culturally-tailored home-based physical
activity program on physical fitness in Hispanic or Latino/Latina adolescent and young
adult (AYA) childhood cancer survivors. After treatment for cancer, some AYA survivors
experience long-term effects from the cance1 expand
This clinical trial tests the impact of a culturally-tailored home-based physical activity program on physical fitness in Hispanic or Latino/Latina adolescent and young adult (AYA) childhood cancer survivors. After treatment for cancer, some AYA survivors experience long-term effects from the cancer and its treatment including weight gain, fatigue and decreased physical fitness. Hispanic or Latino/Latina survivors may have a higher risk of these effects compared to non-Hispanics. Regular physical activity helps maintain healthy weight, energy levels and overall health. Participating in a culturally-tailored home-based physical activity program may help increase physical activity in Hispanic or Latino/Latina AYA childhood cancer survivors. Type: Interventional Start Date: Oct 2024 |
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Efficacy and Safety Study of Frexalimab (SAR441344) in Adults With Nonrelapsing Secondary Progressi1
Sanofi
Multiple Sclerosis
The purpose of this randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel group study is
to determine the efficacy of frexalimab in delaying the disability progression and the
safety up to 36 months double-blind administration of study intervention compared to
placebo in male and female participan1 expand
The purpose of this randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel group study is to determine the efficacy of frexalimab in delaying the disability progression and the safety up to 36 months double-blind administration of study intervention compared to placebo in male and female participants with nrSPMS (aged 18 to 60 years at the time of enrollment). People diagnosed with nrSPMS are eligible for enrollment as long as they meet all the inclusion criteria and none of the exclusion criteria. Study details include: - This event-driven study will end when the target number of 6-month cCDP events is achieved, and the study is expected to last 43 months from randomization of the first participant to the common study end. - The number of scheduled visits will be up to 25 (including 3 follow-up visits) with a visit frequency of every month for the first 6 months and then every 3 months. - If the prespecified number of events for 6-month cCDP is not reached by V21/W180, scheduled visits will continue every 3 months. Type: Interventional Start Date: Dec 2023 |
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A Study Testing the Combination of Dasatinib or Imatinib to Chemotherapy Treatment With Blinatumoma1
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
B Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
This pilot trial assesses the effect of the combination of blinatumomab with dasatinib or
imatinib and standard chemotherapy for treating patients with Philadelphia chromosome
positive (Ph+) or ABL-class Philadelphia chromosome-like (Ph-like) B-Cell acute
lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL). Blinatumoma1 expand
This pilot trial assesses the effect of the combination of blinatumomab with dasatinib or imatinib and standard chemotherapy for treating patients with Philadelphia chromosome positive (Ph+) or ABL-class Philadelphia chromosome-like (Ph-like) B-Cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL). Blinatumomab is a bispecific antibody that binds to two different proteins-one on the surface of cancer cells and one on the surface of cells in the immune system. An antibody is a protein made by the immune system to help fight infections and other harmful processes/cells/molecules. Blinatumomab may bind to the cancer cell and a T cell (which plays a key role in the immune system's fighting response) at the same time. Blinatumomab may strengthen the immune system's ability to fight cancer cells by activating the body's own immune cells to destroy the tumor. Dasatinib and imatinib are in a class of medications called tyrosine kinase inhibitors. They work by blocking the action of an abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply, which may help keep cancer cells from growing. Giving blinatumomab and dasatinib or imatinib in combination with standard chemotherapy may work better in treating patients with Ph+ or Ph-like ABL-class B-ALL than dasatinib or imatinib with chemotherapy. Type: Interventional Start Date: May 2025 |
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Phase IIIb Study of Ribociclib + ET in Early Breast Cancer
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Early Breast Cancer
The purpose of this open-label, multicenter, phase IIIb, single-arm study is to
characterize the efficacy and safety of the combination of ribociclib and standard
adjuvant endocrine therapy (ET) on invasive breast cancer-free survival (iBCFS), in a
close to clinical practice patient population with1 expand
The purpose of this open-label, multicenter, phase IIIb, single-arm study is to characterize the efficacy and safety of the combination of ribociclib and standard adjuvant endocrine therapy (ET) on invasive breast cancer-free survival (iBCFS), in a close to clinical practice patient population with HR-positive (HR+), HER2-negative (HER2-), Anatomic Stage Group III, IIB, and a subset of Stage IIA Early Breast Cancer (EBC). Type: Interventional Start Date: Feb 2024 |
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Open-label Study of ELA026 in Participants With Secondary Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (sHLH)
Electra Therapeutics Inc.
Secondary Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (sHLH)
Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis is a rare, aggressive and life-threatening syndrome of
excessive immune activation. Secondary hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (sHLH) is the
most common form of this disease and is typically associated with several other clinical
conditions (eg, malignancy assoc1 expand
Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis is a rare, aggressive and life-threatening syndrome of excessive immune activation. Secondary hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (sHLH) is the most common form of this disease and is typically associated with several other clinical conditions (eg, malignancy associated HLH (mHLH), infection, or autoimmune disease). ELA026 is a fully human immunoglobulin G1 (IgG1) signal regulatory protein (SIRP)-directed monoclonal antibody designed to deplete the myeloid and T cells driving the inflammation. The purpose of this study is to assess the safety, efficacy pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of ELA026 in participants with sHLH. Type: Interventional Start Date: May 2022 |
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The CONFORM Pivotal Trial
Conformal Medical, Inc
Atrial Fibrillation
Stroke
The CLAAS® device will be evaluated for safety and efficacy by establishing its
performance is non-inferior to the commercially available WATCHMAN® and Amulet™ left
atrial appendage closure devices in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation.
Patients who are eligible for the trial will be ra1 expand
The CLAAS® device will be evaluated for safety and efficacy by establishing its performance is non-inferior to the commercially available WATCHMAN® and Amulet™ left atrial appendage closure devices in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation. Patients who are eligible for the trial will be randomized to receive either the CLAAS device or the WATCHMAN or Amulet™ devices and will be followed for 5 years after device implant. Type: Interventional Start Date: May 2022 |
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Anticoagulation in ICH Survivors for Stroke Prevention and Recovery
Yale University
Intracerebral Hemorrhage
Atrial Fibrillation
Primary Aim: To determine if apixaban is superior to aspirin for prevention of the
composite outcome of any stroke (hemorrhagic or ischemic) or death from any cause in
patients with recent ICH and atrial fibrillation (AF).
Secondary Aim: To determine if apixaban, compared with aspirin, results in1 expand
Primary Aim: To determine if apixaban is superior to aspirin for prevention of the composite outcome of any stroke (hemorrhagic or ischemic) or death from any cause in patients with recent ICH and atrial fibrillation (AF). Secondary Aim: To determine if apixaban, compared with aspirin, results in better functional outcomes as measured by the modified Rankin Scale. Type: Interventional Start Date: Jan 2020 |
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A Phase 3 Study of Tabelecleucel for Participants With Epstein-Barr Virus-Associated Post-Transplan1
Pierre Fabre Medicament
Epstein-Barr Virus+ Associated Post-transplant Lymphoproliferative Disease (EBV+ PTLD)
Solid Organ Transplant Complications
Lymphoproliferative Disorders
Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplant
Stem Cell Transplant Complications
The purpose of this study is to determine the clinical benefit and characterize the
safety profile of tabelecleucel for the treatment of Epstein-Barr virus-associated
post-transplant lymphoproliferative disease (EBV+ PTLD) in the setting of (1) solid organ
transplant (SOT) after failure of rituxima1 expand
The purpose of this study is to determine the clinical benefit and characterize the safety profile of tabelecleucel for the treatment of Epstein-Barr virus-associated post-transplant lymphoproliferative disease (EBV+ PTLD) in the setting of (1) solid organ transplant (SOT) after failure of rituximab (SOT-R) and rituximab plus chemotherapy (SOT-R+C) or (2) allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplant (HCT) after failure of rituximab. Type: Interventional Start Date: Dec 2017 |
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Veterans Affairs Lung Cancer Surgery Or Stereotactic Radiotherapy
VA Office of Research and Development
Lung Neoplasm
Patients with stage I non-small cell lung cancer have been historically treated with
surgery whenever they are fit for an operation. However, an alternative treatment known
as stereotactic radiotherapy now appears to offer an equally effective alternative.
Doctors believe both are good treatments a1 expand
Patients with stage I non-small cell lung cancer have been historically treated with surgery whenever they are fit for an operation. However, an alternative treatment known as stereotactic radiotherapy now appears to offer an equally effective alternative. Doctors believe both are good treatments and are therefore conducting this study to determine if one may be possibly better than the other. Type: Interventional Start Date: Apr 2017 |
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Diagnostic Journey, Patient Experience, and Disparities in the Treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy1
Medstar Health Research Institute
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Evaluate the diagnostic journey, patient experience, and disparities in the treatment of
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) in the MedStar Health System. expand
Evaluate the diagnostic journey, patient experience, and disparities in the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) in the MedStar Health System. Type: Observational Start Date: Oct 2025 |
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Use of a Decision Aid to Resolve Uncertainty About Radioactive Iodine Treatment in Patients With In1
Georgetown University
Thyroid Cancer
The goal of this study is to learn if a decision aid (DA) website helps people with
thyroid cancer make informed decisions about radioactive iodine (RAI) treatment. The main
questions it aims to answer are: - Does the decision aid help participants understand the
risks and benefits of RAI treatment1 expand
The goal of this study is to learn if a decision aid (DA) website helps people with thyroid cancer make informed decisions about radioactive iodine (RAI) treatment. The main questions it aims to answer are: - Does the decision aid help participants understand the risks and benefits of RAI treatment? - Does it help participants make choices that reflect what matters most to them? - How does the decision aid compare to usual care in supporting patients through this decision? Participants who have been recently diagnosed with intermediate-risk differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC) will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group will receive a special decision aid website. This site includes detailed information about RAI, short videos, drop-down menus with extra details, exercises to help clarify values, and tools to help patients prepare questions for their doctor. The other group will receive the American Cancer Society (ACS) website. This site gives basic information about RAI but does not include interactive tools and is not specific to intermediate-risk thyroid cancer. Follow up surveys will be sent to the participants periodically, first at the start of the study, and again at 1 week, 4 weeks, and 6 months later. Researchers will compare how the two groups differ in making informed decisions. The decision aid is meant to support, not replace, a conversation with the medical team. Doctor recommendations remain an important part of treatment decisions. Type: Interventional Start Date: Aug 2025 |
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Comparing Radiation Therapy to Usual Care for Patients With High-Risk Bone Asymptomatic Metastases,1
NRG Oncology
Metastatic Malignant Neoplasm in the Bone
Metastatic Malignant Solid Neoplasm
This phase III trial compares the effect of adding radiation therapy to usual care on the
occurrence of bone-related complications in cancer patients with high-risk bone
metastases that are not causing symptoms (asymptomatic). High-risk bone metastases are
defined by their location (including hip,1 expand
This phase III trial compares the effect of adding radiation therapy to usual care on the occurrence of bone-related complications in cancer patients with high-risk bone metastases that are not causing symptoms (asymptomatic). High-risk bone metastases are defined by their location (including hip, shoulder, long bones, and certain levels of the spine), or size (2 cm or larger). These bone metastases appear to be at higher risk of complications such as fracture, spinal cord compression, and/or pain warranting surgery or radiation treatment. Radiation therapy uses high energy x-rays to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. The total dose of radiation can be delivered in a single day or divided in smaller doses for up to 5 days of total treatment. Usual care for asymptomatic bone metastases may include drugs that prevent bone loss, in addition to the treatment for the primary cancer or observation (which means no treatment until symptoms appear). Evidence has shown that preventative radiation therapy may be effective in lowering the number of bone metastases-related complications, however, it is not known if this approach is superior to usual care. Adding radiation therapy to usual care may be more effective in preventing bone-related complications than usual care alone in cancer patients with asymptomatic high-risk bone metastases. Type: Interventional Start Date: Apr 2025 |