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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.

Researchers are evaluating the real-world effectiveness, safety, and tolerability of ribociclib combined with an aromatase inhibitor, with or without luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone (LHRH) therapy, for adjuvant treatment in patients with hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative early breast cancer at high risk of recurrence. The study also compares data from patients treated with abemaciclib plus endocrine therapy with or without LHRH, and those receiving endocrine monotherapy with or without LHRH. This observational study aims to understand treatment decisions and clinical use of ribociclib after its approval, collecting socio-economic data, quality of life, and patient compliance information. Participants receive treatment based on their physician's clinical judgment without study-assigned interventions. The treatments observed include ribociclib with an aromatase inhibitor LHRH, abemaciclib with endocrine therapy LHRH, or endocrine monotherapy LHRH. The study is conducted in various breast cancer centers and gynecological practices in Germany and Austria to represent local healthcare settings. Participants undergo assessments to monitor treatment effectiveness, safety, quality of life, and adherence to therapy over time. Data collected include clinical outcomes, adverse events, socio-economic status, and patient-reported compliance. The primary outcome measured is invasive disease-free survival over 36 months. This information will help inform clinical decision-making and improve outcomes for patients with early breast cancer in routine practice.

Researchers are evaluating the recurrence-free survival of women with advanced HRD-positive high-grade ovarian cancer, fallopian tube cancer, primary peritoneal cancer, and clear cell carcinoma of the ovary after complete tumor removal. This phase II, randomized, open-label study compares two treatment strategies involving chemotherapy and maintenance therapy with niraparib. The study focuses on patients with no residual tumor mass following primary tumor debulking and aims to determine if fewer cycles of chemotherapy followed by niraparib maintenance are as effective as the standard number of chemotherapy cycles plus niraparib. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two groups: one receiving 3 cycles of carboplatin plus paclitaxel chemotherapy followed by niraparib maintenance, and the other receiving 6 cycles of carboplatin plus paclitaxel followed by niraparib maintenance. Randomization is based on genetic analysis and disease stage. Tumor assessments using CT or MRI scans will be done at defined intervals after treatment starts and during maintenance. Blood markers and safety monitoring will be conducted regularly throughout the treatment period. During the study, patients will have clinical visits every 3 weeks during chemotherapy and monthly during the first 11 months of maintenance, then quarterly thereafter. Safety is monitored continuously through adverse event reporting. The study plans to enroll 640 patients across about 60 sites in six European countries over 36 months. The primary outcome measured is recurrence-free survival over 8 years.

Researchers are evaluating AZD0780, an oral PCSK9 inhibitor, in a phase 3, randomized, placebo-controlled study to see if it can reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE-PLUS) in adults with established atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) or those at high risk for a first ASCVD event. The study compares AZD0780 to a placebo and monitors participants from randomization until the primary analysis censoring date, followed by a final study closure visit. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either oral AZD0780 or an oral placebo once daily. The treatment period lasts until the primary analysis censoring date, after which a study closure visit will occur. The study is event-driven and designed to assess the time to the first major cardiovascular event during treatment. During the study, participants will be closely monitored with various assessments to evaluate cardiovascular outcomes and safety over approximately 54 months. Researchers will track the time to first event of any component of MACE-PLUS and collect data to assess the effect of AZD0780 compared to placebo. The study includes regular visits and evaluations to ensure participant safety and adherence to treatment.

Researchers are evaluating the effectiveness and safety of Datopotamab Deruxtecan (Dato-DXd) with or without durvalumab compared to the investigator's choice chemotherapy combined with pembrolizumab in patients who have PD-L1 positive locally recurrent inoperable or metastatic triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC). This Phase III, randomized, open-label, international study aims to see if adding durvalumab to Dato-DXd can help patients live longer without their cancer worsening or simply live longer compared to standard chemotherapy with pembrolizumab. The study also examines how the treatments and cancer impact patients' quality of life. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three treatment groups: Dato-DXd plus durvalumab, Dato-DXd alone, or investigator's choice chemotherapy (paclitaxel, nab-paclitaxel, or gemcitabine plus carboplatin) combined with pembrolizumab. All treatments are given by intravenous infusion. The study design includes stratification based on geographic location, disease-free interval history, and prior PD-1/PD-L1 treatment for early-stage TNBC. During the study, participants will have regular assessments to monitor their disease status using RECIST 1.1 criteria and undergo imaging reviewed by blinded independent central review. Researchers will track progression-free survival, quality of life, safety, and other health measures over an anticipated period of up to 33 months. Participants must provide tumor samples for PD-L1 testing, and safety monitoring will continue throughout the study.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of HLX22 combined with trastuzumab and chemotherapy as the first treatment for patients with HER2-positive locally advanced or metastatic adenocarcinoma of the gastric or gastroesophageal junction. This phase 2, double-blind, randomized, and multiregional study compares this combination against trastuzumab and chemotherapy with or without pembrolizumab. The study aims to measure how well the treatments work in controlling the disease and improving survival for up to five years. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group receives HLX22 at 15 mg/kg every three weeks along with trastuzumab, chemotherapy (XELOX regimen), and possibly a placebo for pembrolizumab. The other group receives a placebo for HLX22 plus trastuzumab, chemotherapy (XELOX), and possibly pembrolizumab every three weeks. Treatment continues until the disease worsens, unacceptable side effects occur, withdrawal of consent, or other protocol-specified reasons. Throughout the study, participants will undergo regular assessments including tumor scans reviewed by an independent committee to evaluate progression-free survival and overall survival over up to five years. Other evaluations include safety monitoring and organ function tests. The study tracks how long patients live without disease progression and overall survival, aiming to better understand the benefits and risks of HLX22 combined with current standard treatments.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of targeted therapies and immunotherapy, alone or in combination, in people with metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) whose tumors show specific biomarkers. This open-label, exploratory Phase I/Ib study assigns participants to treatment groups based on their tumor biomarker test results. The goal is to understand how well these treatments work and how safe they are for different patient subgroups defined by biomarker status. Participants may receive various study drugs, including oral medications like Inavolisib, SY-5609, and Divarasib, or intravenous drugs such as Bevacizumab, Cetuximab, Atezolizumab, Tiragolumab, FOLFOX, and FOLFIRI. The specific treatment and schedule depend on the assigned study arm and the participant's biomarker profile. Biomarker testing is done using validated tests, including the FoundationOne Liquid CDx blood test, to guide treatment allocation. During the study, participants will be monitored for safety and treatment response over approximately 84 months, focusing on the objective response rate. Evaluations include tumor measurements using RECIST criteria, collection of tumor tissue samples for biomarker research, and regular assessments of organ function and overall health. Safety is closely tracked, and participants must be able to follow the study protocol and attend scheduled visits throughout their participation.

Researchers are investigating treatment combinations with pelareorep and atezolizumab in patients with advanced or metastatic gastrointestinal (GI) cancers. This open-label, phase 1/2 study explores safety, potential immune-related biomarkers, and early effectiveness by measuring tumor response rates and disease control in different patient groups, including randomized and non-randomized cohorts. The study aims to understand how pelareorep may enhance the tumor environment to improve responses to checkpoint blockade therapy. Participants receive various treatments depending on their cohort, including pelareorep by 1-hour IV infusion, atezolizumab IV infusion, gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel, oral trifluridine/tipiracil twice daily, or the mFOLFIRINOX regimen delivered by IV. Cohorts 1-4 are non-randomized while cohort 5 includes two treatment arms with randomization. If early results are promising, cohorts may expand to enroll more patients to further assess safety and potential survival benefits. During the study, participants undergo regular assessments for tumor response at week 16 and long-term follow-up for overall survival in cohort 5, lasting up to two years. Researchers monitor adverse events, perform laboratory tests, and evaluate immune biomarkers. Participants must have measurable tumors and adequate organ function and are monitored closely for safety throughout their involvement in this multi-stage clinical trial.

Researchers are investigating the effectiveness and safety of rilvegostomig combined with gemcitabine plus cisplatin compared to durvalumab combined with gemcitabine plus cisplatin as first-line treatments for patients with advanced biliary tract cancer, including cholangiocarcinoma and gallbladder carcinoma. This is a global, phase III, randomized, open-label study focused on patients with unresectable locally advanced or metastatic disease who have not previously received treatment for advanced cancer. The study includes patients with known PD-L1 status and measurable tumors suitable for repeated evaluation. Participants will receive either rilvegostomig intravenously every three weeks along with gemcitabine and cisplatin given intravenously on days 1 and 8 of each 21-day cycle, or durvalumab intravenously every three weeks for up to eight cycles, followed by dosing every four weeks, along with the same chemotherapy regimen. Treatment is designed to evaluate first-line therapy effects, comparing these two immunotherapy combinations alongside standard chemotherapy. Throughout the study, patients will be closely monitored for overall survival, especially in those with PD-L1 expression of 1% or higher, over approximately four years. Assessments will include tumor measurements by CT or MRI using RECIST 1.1 criteria, performance status evaluations, and ongoing safety monitoring. The study aims to understand the impact of these treatments on survival and disease progression in advanced biliary tract cancer patients.

Researchers are evaluating sacituzumab tirumotecan as a second-line treatment for female participants with recurrent or metastatic cervical cancer who have previously received platinum chemotherapy and anti-PD-1/PD-L1 therapy. This study has two phases: a safety run-in to assess the safety and efficacy of sacituzumab tirumotecan, followed by a Phase 3 portion comparing sacituzumab tirumotecan to treatment chosen by physicians. The study aims to determine if sacituzumab tirumotecan improves overall survival, especially in participants with high TROP2 expression. Participants will receive intravenous infusions of sacituzumab tirumotecan during the safety run-in phase. In the Phase 3 portion, participants are randomized to receive either sacituzumab tirumotecan or one of several physician-chosen treatments including pemetrexed, tisotumab vedotin, topotecan, vinorelbine, gemcitabine, or irinotecan, all given by IV infusion. This setup allows comparison of sacituzumab tirumotecan monotherapy against standard second-line therapies. Throughout the study, participants will undergo evaluations for tumor response, adverse events, and overall survival, with monitoring lasting up to approximately 51 months for the safety run-in and about 43 months for the Phase 3 portion. Researchers will use imaging and tumor tissue analysis to assess measurable disease and TROP2 expression. Safety and treatment tolerability will be closely observed, including tracking discontinuations due to adverse events.