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Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of elenestinib (BLU-263) combined with symptom-directed therapy (SDT) compared to placebo plus SDT in people with indolent systemic mastocytosis (ISM) whose symptoms are not well controlled by SDT alone. This Phase 2/3 randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study includes participants with ISM and smoldering systemic mastocytosis, and also involves groups for pharmacokinetic studies and participants who previously received a selective KIT inhibitor. The study is divided into multiple parts. Parts 1 and 2 enroll participants with ISM who will receive either elenestinib oral tablets or placebo alongside their symptom-directed therapy. Participants from Part 2 may continue into Part 3, which is an open-label extension where all receive elenestinib. Part K enrolls participants with ISM who have prior experience with selective KIT inhibitors. The study tracks treatment effects and safety over time. Participants will be monitored for up to 5 years, with assessments including the number of treatment-emergent adverse events, changes in symptom scores measured by the ISM-Symptom in Assessment Form, and overall safety monitoring. Evaluations occur at baseline, 13 weeks, 49 weeks, and throughout the long-term follow-up. The study also includes detailed tracking of symptom control and adverse events to evaluate the impact of treatment on participants' health and quality of life.

Researchers are investigating new treatments for metastatic cervical cancer, which is cancer that has spread from the cervix to other parts of the body. This Phase 3 study aims to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of combining sacituzumab tirumotecan (sac-TMT), an antibody drug that targets cancer cells, with pembrolizumab and bevacizumab. The study seeks to find out if this combination can help people live longer or keep their cancer from worsening compared to standard treatments. The study has two parts. In Part 1, participants receive sac-TMT together with pembrolizumab and bevacizumab to assess safety. In Part 2, after standard initial treatment, those whose cancer does not progress will be randomly assigned to maintenance treatment with either pembrolizumab alone or sac-TMT plus pembrolizumab. Bevacizumab may be added during maintenance treatment based on the doctor's decision. All treatments are given through intravenous infusions, and participants may receive rescue medications to manage side effects before sac-TMT infusion. Participants will be monitored for adverse events and treatment tolerability over several months. The study measures include progression-free survival and overall survival, assessed by independent review. Safety and treatment continuation rates are tracked during Part 1 for up to approximately 66-69 months, while Part 2 outcome measures extend up to 48-60 months. Various assessments, including laboratory tests and evaluations of cancer status, will be performed throughout the study to understand treatment effects and participant well-being.

Researchers are evaluating the safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics (how the body processes a drug) of Debio 1453P in healthy adults. This Phase 1, first-in-human study compares different doses of Debio 1453P with a placebo after single and repeated oral doses. The study aims to better understand how the drug behaves in the body and its safety profile in adults aged 18 to 55 years. Participants receive either Debio 1453P, given as a powder for oral solution, or a matching placebo oral solution. The study includes single and multiple ascending dose periods to assess the effects of various dose levels. The treatment is administered orally, and dosing schedules involve both single and repeated doses to monitor changes over time. During the study, participants undergo safety and tolerability monitoring, including assessments for any treatment-emergent adverse events for up to 15 months. Researchers evaluate pharmacokinetic parameters by collecting blood samples and other relevant tests. Participants are also monitored for overall health status and adherence to study requirements throughout the study duration.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of a new drug called BAY 3547926 in people with advanced liver cancer known as hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) that expresses a protein called Glypican 3 (GPC3). This first-in-human study aims to find the best dose of BAY 3547926 and to understand how the body absorbs and processes the drug. The drug carries a radioactive agent that targets cancer cells, causing damage to them while limiting harm to nearby healthy tissues. The study includes four parts. In Part 1, participants receive increasing doses of BAY 3547926 alone to identify the safest and most effective dose. In Part 2, a larger group receives BAY 3547926 alone at the chosen dose. In Parts 3 and 4, BAY 3547926 is given in combination with other treatments. Another drug, BAY 3547922, which is an antibody conjugate without the radioactive label, is used as a preinjection in the study. During the study, participants undergo health check-ups, body scans, and provide blood and urine samples. Researchers also ask about symptoms and general well-being. They will monitor side effects, tumor response using standard criteria, and progression of cancer for up to 60 months after the first dose. The study assesses safety, tolerability, drug levels in the body, and anti-tumor activity over this period.

Researchers are evaluating the efficacy and safety of rilvegostomig compared to pembrolizumab as first-line treatments for patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (mNSCLC) whose tumors have high PD-L1 expression. This Phase III, randomized, double-blind, and global study focuses on participants with stage IV mNSCLC who do not have certain genetic mutations or rearrangements and are eligible for systemic therapy. Participants receive either rilvegostomig or pembrolizumab intravenously on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle. The study compares these two biological treatments given as monotherapy. Both groups will be monitored over time to assess treatment impact and safety. Throughout the study, participants undergo evaluations including tumor measurements by CT or MRI, performance status assessments, and organ function tests. Researchers will measure overall survival and progression-free survival for up to approximately five years. Tumor samples are collected before treatment for central testing, and participants’ health and treatment responses are closely followed during the trial period.

The trial investigates the use of volrustomig in participants with unresected locally advanced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (LA-HNSCC) who have not shown disease progression after receiving definitive concurrent chemoradiotherapy (cCRT). The study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of volrustomig compared to observation in this patient population. Participants have tumors that express PD-L1 and the study is conducted as a Phase III, randomized, open-label, multi-center global trial. Participants are assigned to receive either volrustomig as sequential therapy following cCRT or to an observation group. The treatment period involves monitoring participants who have completed definitive cCRT but remain unresected and have no evidence of metastatic disease. The study focuses on participants with Stage III, IVA, or IVB LA-HNSCC according to AJCC criteria, who have not undergone tumor resection before cCRT and have not been treated with radiotherapy alone. During the study, participants are regularly evaluated for progression-free survival, with follow-up lasting up to approximately 8 years to assess long-term outcomes. Researchers will monitor safety and disease progression closely. The overall participation duration includes screening, treatment or observation, and extended follow-up to capture both efficacy and safety data over time.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of combining durvalumab and domvanalimab compared to durvalumab plus placebo in adults with locally advanced (Stage III), unresectable non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose disease has not worsened after definitive platinum-based concurrent chemoradiation therapy. This Phase III, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, international study involves multiple centers. Participants receive intravenous infusions of durvalumab and domvanalimab or durvalumab and placebo. The treatments are given after patients have completed concurrent platinum-based chemotherapy and radiation therapy with a total radiation dose of approximately 60 Gy. The study monitors patients over time to assess treatment effects and safety. During the study, participants undergo evaluations including tumor tissue analysis for PD-L1 status, performance status assessments, and monitoring of organ and marrow function. The main outcome measured is progression-free survival up to 8 years after randomization. Researchers also monitor for any adverse effects and disease progression throughout the study period.

Researchers are studying adults with confirmed Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) and cirrhosis, a scarring of the liver caused by damage to bile ducts. PBC is a slowly progressing disease that causes bile acid buildup and further liver damage, which can lead to cirrhosis. This study aims to evaluate if elafibranor, a daily medication, can prevent worsening clinical outcomes such as the need for liver transplant or death, compared to a placebo. It also looks at the safety of long-term elafibranor use and its effect on symptoms like itching and tiredness. Participants will take either an 80 mg tablet of elafibranor or a matching placebo once daily for up to 3.5 years in a double-blind setup, meaning neither the participants nor researchers know who receives which treatment. This long-term treatment period is designed to monitor the drug's impact over time. The study includes two groups: one receiving elafibranor and the other receiving placebo, with treatment lasting up to approximately 42 months. During the study, participants will be regularly assessed from the start until 4 weeks after treatment ends, with a maximum involvement of 3.5 years. Researchers will measure event-free survival, tracking if participants avoid clinical events indicating disease worsening. Safety monitoring will include tracking side effects and overall health, while symptom impact will be evaluated. Participants will provide informed consent and follow the study protocol throughout this extended observation period.

This research investigates the long-term effects of mirikizumab in children and adolescents aged 2 to 19 years with moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease. The study is designed as a Phase 3, multicenter, open-label extension trial aiming to assess the ongoing safety and efficacy of this treatment in pediatric participants. It includes those who have completed previous related studies and are expected to benefit from continued mirikizumab treatment. Participants will receive mirikizumab either by subcutaneous injection or intravenous infusion as part of this extended treatment. The study may last approximately 172 weeks and involve up to 44 visits over this period. There is also a possibility for participants to continue receiving treatment through a Continued Access Period after the main study. Throughout the study, participants will be regularly monitored with clinical assessments to determine remission status using the Modified Mayo Score for ulcerative colitis and the Pediatric Crohn's Disease Activity Index for Crohn's disease at week 52. Safety and efficacy will be closely followed, including the evaluation of any adverse events or changes in disease activity, ensuring comprehensive long-term observation.

Researchers are evaluating whether the drugs retatrutide and tirzepatide can prevent major adverse liver outcomes (MALO) in adults with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) who are at high risk. This Phase 3 trial enrolls about 4,500 adults with MASLD identified by non-invasive tests indicating an increased likelihood of developing serious liver problems. The study aims to understand how these treatments might affect liver health over time compared to a placebo. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either retatrutide, tirzepatide, or a placebo, all given by subcutaneous injection. The study will last approximately 224 weeks, during which participants may attend 25 to 30 clinic visits for monitoring and assessment. After the main study, eligible participants can join an optional 2-year extension where all will receive either retatrutide or tirzepatide regardless of their original group. Throughout the trial, participants’ liver function and disease progression will be closely monitored through various health assessments. Researchers will track the time to the first major adverse liver event as the main outcome. Safety and health status will be evaluated regularly during clinic visits, ensuring thorough observation over the long study period.