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Researchers are investigating new treatments for advanced renal cell carcinoma RCC that has returned after prior therapy. The study aims to find out if the combination of belzutifan and zanzalintinib can help people with recurrent advanced RCC live longer without their cancer worsening compared to the drug cabozantinib. This is a phase 3 randomized trial evaluating these treatments in participants who have experienced recurrence during or after prior anti-PD-1L1 therapy. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either belzutifan plus zanzalintinib taken orally once daily or cabozantinib taken orally once daily. They continue their assigned treatment until certain reasons require stopping the study intervention. The study compares the effects of these treatments on cancer progression and survival among people with advanced RCC who have had disease recurrence after adjuvant therapy. During the study, participants will be regularly monitored for progression-free survival and overall survival for up to about 73 months. Researchers will also assess tumor response, duration of response, adverse events, and quality of life using questionnaires over approximately 25 months. The study involves ongoing evaluations to understand how these treatments affect symptoms, functioning, and overall health during long-term follow-up.

Researchers are investigating new treatments for high-risk, early-stage breast cancer, specifically targeting two types triple-negative breast cancer TNBC and hormone receptor-low positiveHER2-negative breast cancer. These cancers are characterized by low or no HER2 protein and low hormone receptor presence. The study aims to evaluate if adding sacituzumab tirumotecan sac-TMT to pembrolizumab and chemotherapy can better reduce cancer cells in tumors and lymph nodes and improve the length of time patients live without cancer progression compared to pembrolizumab with chemotherapy alone. Participants in this trial receive one of two treatment plans. One group gets sacituzumab tirumotecan intravenously every two weeks plus pembrolizumab every three weeks for 12 weeks, followed by pembrolizumab with carboplatin and paclitaxel for another 12 weeks. After 3 to 6 weeks, surgery and optional radiation therapy take place, followed by pembrolizumab for about 28 weeks. Participants with remaining disease may receive additional treatments chosen by their doctors, including olaparib, capecitabine, doxorubicin, epirubicin, or cyclophosphamide. The other group receives chemotherapy drugs carboplatin and paclitaxel with pembrolizumab initially, then pembrolizumab with cyclophosphamide and doxorubicin or epirubicin, followed by surgery, optional radiation, and pembrolizumab for about 28 weeks, with similar additional options for residual disease. During the study, participants undergo core needle biopsies, receive intravenous infusions of study drugs, and have surgery and possible radiation therapy. Researchers assess outcomes such as the percentage of participants with no detectable cancer cells at surgery pathological complete response, event-free survival up to about 92 months, and overall survival up to nearly 10 years. Quality of life and side effects are monitored through questionnaires and adverse event tracking. The study lasts several years, with various assessments throughout treatment and follow-up periods to gather comprehensive data on treatment effects and safety.

Researchers are evaluating the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of subcutaneous ianalumab in adults with diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis, a condition characterized by skin thickening and other systemic symptoms. This Phase 2 study compares ianalumab to a placebo to understand its impact on this disease, aiming to provide new treatment options for affected individuals. The study is sponsored by Novartis Pharmaceuticals and employs a randomized, double-blind design to ensure reliable results. Participants receive either ianalumab or placebo through subcutaneous injections during the initial 52-week treatment period. After this, all participants enter a second 52-week open-label phase where they receive ianalumab. Following treatment, there is a post-treatment follow-up lasting at least 20 weeks and up to 2 years to monitor long-term effects. The study includes a screening period lasting up to 6 weeks before treatment begins. Throughout the study, participants undergo regular assessments including measuring response based on the rCRISS25 scale at Week 52, lung function tests, skin scoring, and disability index evaluations. Blood samples are taken periodically to measure drug levels and antibodies. Safety is closely monitored through adverse event reporting up to Week 208. The total participation time can extend over several years including treatment and follow-up phases.

Researchers are evaluating the efficacy and safety of trontinemab in people with early symptomatic Alzheimers disease, ranging from mild cognitive impairment to mild dementia due to Alzheimers. This Phase III trial aims to understand how trontinemab affects cognitive decline and disease progression in this population. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either intravenous trontinemab or a placebo in a parallel-group design. Treatment is administered by IV infusion, and the effects are compared over a period of 72 weeks. The study includes comprehensive safety and efficacy assessments throughout this period. During the 72 weeks of the study, participants will undergo various evaluations including cognitive tests such as the Clinical Dementia Rating-Sum of Boxes CDR-SB, Alzheimers Disease Assessment Scales, brain imaging with PET and MRI scans, and biomarker measurements in cerebrospinal fluid and blood. Safety monitoring includes tracking adverse events, infusion reactions, and antibody development. The study requires participants to have a study partner and to complete all study procedures over this time.

Researchers are developing a prospective clinico-biological database focused on cachexia and undernutrition in patients with colon cancer. Cachexia is a serious syndrome marked by rapid, involuntary weight loss affecting fat and muscle tissues, which can contribute to treatment failure and increased mortality. This study aims to improve understanding of cachexia to enhance patient care and survival by integrating nutritional approaches and clinical nutrition advancements. Participants will have blood samples collected at the start of the study and every six months during treatment, alongside standardized clinical data entered into a database. This collection supports future research projects aimed at tailoring management strategies for patients with colon cancer-related cachexia. The study involves patients treated at a regional cancer institute and monitors biological and clinical risk factors over six years. During the study, participants will undergo regular clinical assessments and blood sample collections to track nutritional and metabolic changes. Researchers will measure the number of clinical and biological risk factors for colorectal cancer until the studys completion. This ongoing monitoring will help identify factors influencing treatment response and toxicity. Participation continues for up to six years, allowing long-term data collection and follow-up.

Digestive cancers, including colorectal cancer, are a major health concern worldwide, accounting for 30% of all cancers. This research aims to create a collection of blood samples from patients with metastatic digestive adenocarcinoma who are receiving first or second line treatments. The goal is to study blood biomarkers that could help tailor treatments by predicting and monitoring response in a minimally invasive way. Patients in the study will have blood samples collected before starting treatment and then approximately every two months during treatment until it ends. Alongside this biological collection, standardized clinical data will be recorded in a database. This approach focuses on blood rather than tumor tissue, allowing repeated sampling to better understand tumor dynamics and treatment effects. Participants will be involved throughout their treatment period with regular blood draws and clinical data collection. Researchers will measure clinical and biological risk factors related to metastatic digestive cancer over a study period of up to 54 months. This ongoing monitoring aims to support research projects that improve personalized patient management strategies. The study is sponsored by the Institut du Cancer de Montpellier - Val dAurelle.

Researchers are evaluating BGB-16673, an oral drug, in adults with various types of B-cell malignancies such as marginal zone lymphoma, follicular lymphoma, mantle cell lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, Waldenstrm macroglobulinemia, diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, and Richters transformation. This study includes Phase 1 dose finding and safety expansion, followed by Phase 2 expansion cohorts to determine recommended doses and further assess safety and efficacy. The study is divided into several parts, starting with Phase 1 dose escalation to find safe dosage levels, including monotherapy dose escalation and safety expansion in selected doses. Phase 2 involves expansion cohorts where participants receive the recommended doses identified in Phase 1 for further safety and efficacy evaluation. Some cohorts include participants who have not received prior BTK inhibitors, and Japanese participants are also enrolled to assess safety. Treatments are orally administered. Participants will undergo regular assessments including monitoring for adverse events, disease response, and drug concentration levels in the blood at various time points. Researchers will measure outcomes such as overall response rate and progression-free survival over approximately three years. Safety and tolerability will be closely tracked, and quality of life questionnaires will be completed at scheduled intervals. Participation may last several years, including follow-up periods to monitor long-term effects.

Researchers are studying the safety and appropriate dosing of OT-C001, a type of amplified and activated allogenic natural killer cells, in patients with relapsed or refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma who have limited treatment options. This early-phase clinical trial also aims to observe the preliminary activity of OT-C001 in fighting this form of lymphoma. The study is led by Emercell SAS and focuses on patients with evaluable disease and adequate biological conditions. Participants will first receive a short course of chemotherapy before starting OT-C001 treatment. During the treatment phase, they will receive weekly intravenous infusions of OT-C001 for either 3 or 6 weeks, depending on their assigned dose group. Additionally, participants will be given two supporting drugs, rituximab and interleukin-2, as part of the treatment plan. There are different dosing levels being tested, including one vial, three vials, or a sub-dose of OT-C001. Throughout the study, participants will visit the clinic regularly and may need hospitalization based on the study plan. Researchers will monitor safety by assessing adverse events, lab tests, vital signs, ECGs, and physical exams from the start of treatment until shortly after the last dose. They will also evaluate antitumor activity using imaging criteria at the end of treatment cycles and follow participants every 12 weeks for up to two years to track disease progression or new cancer treatments.

Researchers are studying a new drug called BAY 3547926 in people with advanced liver cancer known as hepatocellular carcinoma HCC that shows a specific protein called Glypican 3 GPC3. This is the first time BAY 3547926 is being tested in humans, aiming to understand its safety, how the body processes it, and to find the best dose for treating this advanced cancer. The study also explores how well the drug works to fight the cancer. BAY 3547926 is an antibody conjugate labeled with a radioactive agent that targets cancer cells directly. This radioactive part emits radiation that damages and kills cancer cells with minimal harm to nearby healthy tissues. Participants will be part of one of four study parts the first part tests different doses to identify a safe and effective level once found, more participants will receive that dose alone or with other treatments in the following parts. During the study, participants will have health check-ups and scans to monitor their condition. Blood and urine samples will be collected, and participants will be asked about their health and any problems they experience. The research team will watch for side effects and measure how the cancer responds to the treatment over a period of up to 60 months after the first dose.

Researchers are evaluating the long-term safety, tolerability, and lasting effects of ALKS 2680 tablets in adults with Narcolepsy Type 1, Narcolepsy Type 2, or Idiopathic Hypersomnia. This study is an open-label extension designed to continue monitoring participants who completed earlier ALKS 2680 parent studies, focusing on treatment durability and adverse events over an extended period. Participants receive ALKS 2680 oral tablets in doses ranging from 4 mg to 18 mg once daily. The study includes groups with Narcolepsy Type 1, Narcolepsy Type 2, and Idiopathic Hypersomnia. Treatment effects and safety are observed for up to 100 weeks, with dosing adjusted as needed. The study follows a non-randomized, open-label design without blinding. During the study, participants undergo regular assessments including monitoring of treatment-emergent adverse events, measurement of sleep latency using the Maintenance of Wakefulness Test, and evaluation of daytime sleepiness via the Epworth Sleepiness Scale. The total participation duration extends up to approximately 100 weeks, with safety, tolerability, and treatment effects closely tracked throughout this period.