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Researchers are investigating the safety, tolerability, distribution in the body, radiation dose, and early anti-tumor effects of 177Lu-RAD204, a radiolabeled antibody targeting PD-L1, in adults with certain advanced solid tumors that express PD-L1 or have specific genetic markers. This Phase 0/1, first-in-human study aims to find the recommended doses for future studies by evaluating both imaging and treatment doses in participants with cancers such as lung, breast, melanoma, head and neck, endometrial, and others with relevant mutations or markers. The study includes several periods: a screening period lasting up to 4 weeks, followed by a Phase 0 imaging period where a low dose of 177Lu-RAD204 is given to assess imaging quality, safety, and radiation exposure over about 2 weeks. After this, participants enter the Phase 1 treatment period involving dose escalation of the therapeutic 177Lu-RAD204 with cycles lasting 6 weeks. Participants may receive multiple cycles if they benefit clinically and have acceptable safety and organ radiation levels. Dose limiting toxicities are monitored for 6 weeks after the first treatment dose, with flexibility for altered schedules if needed. Throughout the study, participants undergo imaging scans, safety assessments, and dosimetry measurements to track how the drug moves and acts in the body. Researchers measure various outcomes including time activity curves, radiation dose, pharmacokinetics, and biokinetics over 72 hours, as well as safety and tolerability over 6 weeks. The study carefully monitors the recommended doses for future exploration, and participants may be followed for clinical benefit and adverse events during treatment cycles and follow-up periods.

Researchers are investigating treatments for women with recurrent endometrial cancer that expresses different levels of the HER2 protein. The study has two groups based on the tumor's HER2 score: Cohort 1 includes patients with HER2 IHC 1+ or 2+ who have previously received immune checkpoint inhibitors and platinum-based chemotherapy, while Cohort 2 includes patients with HER2 IHC 3+. The purpose is to compare the effectiveness and safety of the investigational drug BNT323 (also called DB-1303) against chemotherapy in Cohort 1 and to evaluate BNT323 alone in Cohort 2. The study also looks at how the drug affects the immune system, the body's handling of the drug, quality of life, and potential side effects. Participants in Cohort 1 are randomly assigned to receive either BNT323 via intravenous infusion or a chemotherapy drug chosen by the investigator (doxorubicin, paclitaxel, or docetaxel if paclitaxel is unsuitable). Treatment continues until the cancer progresses, unacceptable side effects occur, or the participant withdraws consent. Those in Cohort 2 receive BNT323 alone until disease progression or other discontinuation criteria are met. The study includes a screening period, a treatment period expected to last about six months, followed by safety monitoring, efficacy follow-up, and long-term survival follow-up lasting up to approximately 53 months. During the study, participants undergo regular assessments including imaging scans to measure tumor response by RECIST criteria, safety monitoring for adverse effects, and evaluations of quality of life. Researchers also study the pharmacokinetics of BNT323 and the immune response. The main outcomes measured are progression-free survival in Cohort 1 and objective response rate in Cohort 2. Safety follow-up ensures ongoing monitoring after treatment to evaluate longer-term effects and participant wellbeing.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of the FloStent, a medical device designed to treat men experiencing symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). This clinical study compares the FloStent to a sham procedure, which involves flexible cystoscopy without deploying the device. The purpose is to assess how well the FloStent improves urinary symptoms in men with BPH. Participants will undergo a flexible cystoscopy. Those assigned to the treatment group will have the FloStent deployed during the procedure, while those in the control group will have the cystoscopy without device deployment. The study is designed as a prospective, multicenter, double-blind, randomized trial ensuring unbiased results. During the 12-month study period, researchers will monitor changes in participants' International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) to measure symptom improvement. Participants must complete all study visits and protocols as part of their involvement. Safety and effectiveness outcomes will be carefully tracked throughout the trial.

Researchers are evaluating the safety, tolerability, and therapeutic effects of a combination treatment using BNT113 and pembrolizumab compared to pembrolizumab alone for patients with unresectable recurrent or metastatic head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) that is positive for human papillomavirus 16 (HPV16+) and expresses the PD-L1 protein with a combined positive score of 1 or higher. This Phase II/III trial includes patients whose cancer cannot be treated with local therapies and who have not received prior systemic anticancer therapy for their current disease condition. The trial consists of two parts. Part A is a non-randomized Safety Run-In Phase to confirm the safety and tolerability of BNT113 combined with pembrolizumab at the selected dose. Part B is a randomized phase that compares BNT113 plus pembrolizumab against pembrolizumab alone as first-line treatment. Patients in Part A continue their treatment without randomization. Treatments are given by intravenous injection or infusion, and patients may receive either combination therapy or monotherapy for up to 24 months. There is also an optional pre-screening phase to test tumor samples for HPV16 DNA and PD-L1 expression before entering the main trial. Participants undergo regular assessments including tumor measurements based on RECIST 1.1 criteria confirmed by independent review. Researchers monitor treatment-emergent adverse events for up to 27 months in Part A and evaluate overall survival and progression-free survival for up to 48 months in Part B. Tumor tissue samples are collected before treatment to confirm eligibility. The study involves ongoing safety monitoring and efficacy evaluations throughout the treatment and follow-up periods.

Researchers are evaluating intratumoral ONM-501 alone and in combination with cemiplimab, a PD-1 checkpoint inhibitor, in patients with advanced solid tumors and lymphomas. This phase 1, multicenter, open-label study aims to find the maximum tolerated dose, minimum effective dose, and recommended dose for expansion of ONM-501. The study includes patients whose tumors are advanced, nonresectable, or recurrent, and for whom no standard therapy is available. The trial has three parts: monotherapy dose escalation, combination therapy dose finding, and combination therapy dose expansion in specific tumor types. ONM-501 is given as intratumoral injections once weekly for three weeks followed by three weeks without treatment, in 21-day cycles. Cemiplimab is administered intravenously at 350 mg every three weeks during the combination phases. The dose escalation uses accelerated titration and a "Rolling 6" enrollment method to allow staggered patient entry. Participants will be closely monitored for treatment-emergent adverse events, dose-limiting toxicities, and serious adverse events for up to about 24 months. Assessments include physical exams, laboratory tests, and tumor measurements. The expansion phase will enroll patients into one to three indication-specific groups based on the recommended doses found. Safety and tolerability will be key outcomes throughout the study duration.

Researchers are evaluating IBI343, a new investigational drug, in a Phase Ia/Ib, multicenter, open-label study involving participants with locally advanced unresectable or metastatic solid tumors. The study aims to assess the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and preliminary efficacy of IBI343. Participants include those with various solid tumors who have failed or are intolerant to standard therapies, and the study is conducted across multiple countries including China, Australia, and the US. The study includes several parts, including dose escalation, dose expansion, dose optimization, and combination therapy cohorts. IBI343 is administered intravenously every 21 days or every 14 days depending on the study part. Combination therapies with chemotherapy regimens such as FOLFIRINOX/mFOLFIRINOX and mFOLFOX are included in certain cohorts. The study has an initial safety lead-in phase to confirm tolerability, followed by randomized dose optimization stages to determine the recommended Phase 3 dose. Treatments are given in cycles, with specific dosing schedules for each drug involved. Participants will undergo regular assessments including physical exams, vital sign monitoring, laboratory tests, and imaging to measure tumor response based on RECIST criteria. Researchers will track adverse events, dose-limiting toxicities, and treatment-emergent side effects up to 90 days after the last administration, with some outcome measures followed for up to 2 years. The study focuses on determining the objective response rate and safety profile of IBI343 while monitoring participant health and treatment effects throughout the study duration.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of rilvegostomig compared to pembrolizumab, both combined with platinum-based doublet chemotherapy, as initial treatments for patients with metastatic non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer (mNSCLC) whose tumors express PD-L1. This Phase III, randomized, double-blind, global study focuses on patients whose tumors meet the PD-L1 expression threshold of 1% or higher and do not have certain genetic mutations or rearrangements that would require other targeted therapies. Participants receive either rilvegostomig or pembrolizumab intravenously on the first day of each 21-day treatment cycle. Both groups also receive platinum-based chemotherapy drugs such as carboplatin or cisplatin, administered intravenously up to four cycles, along with pemetrexed given intravenously on Day 1 of each cycle. The study monitors these treatments as first-line therapy for metastatic non-squamous NSCLC. During the study, participants undergo regular assessments including imaging scans to measure tumor size and response, as well as evaluations of organ and bone marrow function. Researchers track overall survival and progression-free survival for up to approximately five years. Safety is closely monitored throughout, and patients are followed long-term to assess outcomes related to treatment effectiveness and tolerability.

This is a Phase III, two-arm, randomized, double-blind, global, multicenter study assessing the efficacy and safety of rilvegostomig compared to pembrolizumab, both in combination with platinum-based doublet chemotherapy, as a first-line (1L) treatment for patients with squamous metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (mNSCLC) whose tumors express PD-L1 (tumor cells (TC) ≥ 1%).

Researchers are investigating the effectiveness, safety, and tolerability of combining baxdrostat with dapagliflozin compared to dapagliflozin alone in people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and high blood pressure. This Phase III, international, multicenter, double-blind, placebo-controlled study aims to see if this combination reduces risks such as significant kidney function decline, kidney failure, heart failure events, or cardiovascular death. The study includes a 4-week run-in period where participants not previously treated with SGLT2 inhibitors receive dapagliflozin alone. After this, participants are randomly assigned to receive either baxdrostat plus dapagliflozin or placebo plus dapagliflozin in a double-blinded manner. Study visits occur frequently initially (at 2, 4, 8, 16, 34, and 52 weeks after randomization) and then approximately every 4 months. If participants stop the blinded treatment early, they continue dapagliflozin alone unless specific criteria require its discontinuation. Participants will undergo regular assessments including blood pressure monitoring and laboratory tests related to kidney function and cardiovascular health. The primary outcome measures the reduction in risk of major kidney and heart events over up to 37 months. Even if participants stop the study treatment, they will continue follow-up visits and data collection to ensure comprehensive safety and efficacy evaluation throughout the study duration.

Researchers are investigating whether ziltivekimab can treat people living with heart failure and inflammation. The study compares ziltivekimab, a new medicine not yet approved anywhere, to a placebo, an inactive substance that looks like the medicine but contains no active drug. Participants have an equal chance of receiving either treatment. The study is expected to last up to one year and four months and focuses on people with heart failure who also have systemic inflammation. Participants will receive either ziltivekimab or placebo by monthly injections under the skin. The doses are given once a month throughout the study period. The study lasts for 12 months of treatment following randomization, during which the effects of the medicine compared to placebo will be closely monitored. During the study, participants will undergo various assessments including a heart failure questionnaire called the Kansas City Cardiomyopathy Questionnaire (KCCQ) to measure symptoms and physical function over the 12 months. Other evaluations may include walking tests and heart function tests. Safety and health will be monitored regularly to understand how participants respond to the treatments and to track any side effects or changes in heart failure symptoms.