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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 evaluating the efficacy and safety of rilvegostomig compared to pembrolizumab monotherapy as the first-line treatment for patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer mNSCLC whose tumors express high levels of PD-L1. This Phase III, randomized, double-blind, multicenter global study focuses on patients with mNSCLC without certain genetic mutations who are suitable for this treatment approach. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either rilvegostomig or pembrolizumab intravenously on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle. The study compares these two drugs over repeated treatment cycles as first-line therapy. Both treatments are biological agents given by infusion, and the study is designed to monitor their effects over up to approximately five years. During the trial, participants will undergo regular assessments including physical exams, imaging scans such as CT or MRI to measure tumor lesions, and laboratory tests to evaluate organ function. Researchers will closely monitor overall survival, progression-free survival, treatment response, duration of response, and patient-reported outcomes on physical functioning and quality of life. Safety and immunogenicity of rilvegostomig will also be evaluated. Participants are followed and assessed for up to five years to gather comprehensive data on treatment effects and long-term outcomes.

Researchers are evaluating the efficacy and safety of rilvegostomig compared to pembrolizumab, both combined with platinum-based doublet chemotherapy, as a first-line treatment for patients with locally advanced or metastatic non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer NSCLC whose tumors express PD-L1 at levels of 1% or higher. This Phase III, randomized, double-blind, global study aims to compare these treatments to improve outcomes for this patient group. Participants will receive either rilvegostomig or pembrolizumab, each given intravenously on Day 1 of every 21-day cycle, combined with platinum-based doublet chemotherapy either carboplatin or cisplatin also given on Day 1 of each cycle for up to four cycles. After chemotherapy cycles, patients continue with rilvegostomig or pembrolizumab monotherapy combined with pemetrexed maintenance. The study follows patients for up to approximately six years to monitor treatment effects and safety. During the study, participants undergo assessments including imaging scans to measure tumor size, blood tests to evaluate organ function, and questionnaires about symptoms and quality of life. Researchers monitor overall survival and progression-free survival as primary outcomes, alongside other measures such as response duration and physical functioning. Safety is closely observed throughout, with study visits scheduled regularly during treatment and follow-up periods, lasting up to six years in total.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of rilvegostomig combined with platinum-based chemotherapy compared to pembrolizumab combined with platinum-based chemotherapy as a first treatment for patients with locally advanced or metastatic squamous non-small cell lung cancer mNSCLC whose tumors express programmed death-ligand 1 PD-L1. This Phase III global study focuses on patients with PD-L1 tumor cell expression of 1% or higher and aims to determine which treatment provides better overall and progression-free survival. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two study groups one group will receive rilvegostomig plus carboplatin and either paclitaxel or nab-paclitaxel chemotherapy, while the other group will receive pembrolizumab plus the same chemotherapy options. Rilvegostomig and pembrolizumab are both given intravenously on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle, with chemotherapy given up to 4 cycles. Nab-paclitaxel may be administered on Days 1, 8, and 15 of each cycle. Treatment continues with rilvegostomig or pembrolizumab until disease progression or other criteria are met. During the study, participants will undergo regular assessments including imaging scans to measure tumor response, laboratory tests to monitor organ function, and patient questionnaires about physical function and quality of life. Researchers will track overall survival, progression-free survival, response rates, and duration of response for up to approximately 6 years. Safety and immune response to rilvegostomig will also be evaluated. Participants will be closely monitored throughout the treatment and follow-up periods.

Researchers are evaluating the efficacy and safety of the combination of divarasib and pembrolizumab compared with pembrolizumab combined with pemetrexed and either carboplatin or cisplatin. This study focuses on adults with previously untreated, advanced or metastatic non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer NSCLC that has a KRAS G12C mutation. The goal is to assess these treatments as first-line options in this specific lung cancer population. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group will take divarasib orally once daily and receive pembrolizumab through an intravenous infusion every three weeks. The other group will receive pembrolizumab, pemetrexed, and either carboplatin or cisplatin via intravenous infusions every three weeks. Treatment continues with these schedules, following the study protocol for up to approximately five years of follow-up. During the study, participants will have regular assessments to monitor their health and response to treatment. These include imaging and clinical evaluations to measure progression-free survival and overall survival for up to five years. Researchers will also track quality of life, symptom changes, treatment side effects, and adverse events using questionnaires and patient-reported outcomes. Safety monitoring and detailed evaluations will help understand the effects of the treatments over the study duration.

Researchers are evaluating overall survival in men with chemotherapy-naive metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. This phase 3 study compares the combination of xaluritamig plus abiraterone with the investigators choice of treatment, which includes docetaxel, cabazitaxel, or abiraterone. The trial aims to assess which approach may affect survival outcomes in this patient population. Participants are assigned randomly to one of two groups. One group receives xaluritamig administered intravenously combined with oral abiraterone acetate daily. The other group receives the investigators choice of treatment oral abiraterone acetate daily, intravenous docetaxel every three weeks, or intravenous cabazitaxel every three weeks. Treatment continues with regular monitoring throughout the study. During the study, participants undergo various assessments including imaging scans and laboratory tests to track disease progression and response. Patient-reported outcomes on pain and quality of life are collected using standardized questionnaires. Researchers monitor adverse events and measure multiple outcomes such as progression-free survival, response rates, and prostate-specific antigen levels for up to approximately 51 months. The total study duration extends until August 2032.

Researchers are evaluating the effectiveness and safety of a combination treatment including BMS-986489 a fixed dose combination of BMS-986012 and Nivolumab with Carboplatin plus Etoposide compared to Atezolizumab combined with Carboplatin plus Etoposide as a first-line therapy for participants with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer. This is a randomized, double-blind, multicenter phase 3 trial sponsored by Bristol-Myers Squibb. Participants will receive either the experimental combination of BMS-986489 with Carboplatin and Etoposide or the comparator regimen of Atezolizumab with Carboplatin and Etoposide. Doses are given on specified days according to the study protocol. The study examines these treatments as initial therapy for this type of lung cancer. During the trial, participants will be closely monitored for overall survival over a period of up to 5 years. Researchers will also measure other outcomes such as time to clinical decline based on lung cancer symptom scores, response duration, progression-free survival, and the occurrence of adverse events up to 135 days after the last treatment. Regular assessments will include imaging and clinical evaluations to track treatment effects and safety throughout the study.

Researchers are comparing the effectiveness of two different combinations of immunotherapy drugs with chemotherapy for adults with stage IV or recurrent non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer that has PD-L1 expression of 1% or higher. This phase 3, randomized study focuses on participants who have not previously received systemic treatment for advanced disease. The goal is to determine which combination better improves overall survival and other outcomes in this patient group. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either Nivolumab plus Relatlimab combined with chemotherapy or Pembrolizumab combined with chemotherapy. The chemotherapy drugs used include Carboplatin, Pemetrexed, or Cisplatin, given in specified doses on scheduled days. Treatment is given as first-line therapy for their cancer, with dosing details managed throughout the study period. During the study, participants will undergo imaging scans like CT or MRI to measure disease status, and blood tests to monitor safety and side effects. The main outcome measured is overall survival over up to five years, along with progression-free survival, response rates, duration of response, and adverse events. Researchers will also assess symptoms related to lung cancer over two years. Participants are monitored regularly to track these outcomes and ensure safety throughout the study duration, which may last several years.

Researchers are studying the effects of physical activity in adults with chronic kidney disease CKD who are either on dialysis or receiving conservative treatment. The study aims to compare the impact of a combined high-intensity aerobic and strength training exercise program against a control group receiving usual care. This trial is sponsored by Casa di Cura Dott. Pederzoli and focuses on improving various health measures in CKD patients. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups the exercise group will undergo a combined endurance and resistance training program three times a week for 24 weeks, while the control group will only participate in outcome measurements without exercise intervention. The exercise regimen involves both aerobic and strength exercises designed to assess physical function and capacity. During the study, participants will have regular assessments including physical performance tests, blood samples, body composition scans, and questionnaires evaluating quality of life and psychological status. These evaluations will be conducted over approximately one year to monitor gait speed, muscle strength, cardiopulmonary capacity, daily physical activity, nutritional status, vascular functions, and neuromuscular health. Safety and health status will be monitored throughout, with the study concluding by September 2026.

This observational, exploratory, prospective, longitudinal, multicenter study aims to track changes in sexual function over time in patients diagnosed with gynecologic cancers and their partners, without altering their standard clinical care. The study focuses on understanding how sexual health and relationships are affected by these cancers, addressing a frequently overlooked aspect of patient well-being recognized by the World Health Organization as a fundamental right. It seeks to evaluate sexual function questionnaire scores and the perceived usefulness and timing of sexual counseling support. Participants include patients with various gynecological cancers and their partners. Patients complete the Female Sexual Function Index FSFI questionnaire and a detailed section on sexual experience, satisfaction, and difficulties. Male partners complete the International Index of Erectile Function IIEF-15, while female partners complete the same assessments as patients. Questionnaires are administered at diagnosis T0, six months after treatment starts T1, and twelve months after treatment or surgery completion T2. Sociodemographic, clinical, lifestyle, and relationship data are also collected. During the study, participants provide written informed consent and complete questionnaires at three key time points. Data are recorded with pseudonymized codes to protect privacy. Researchers will analyze changes in FSFI and IIEF-15 scores over time and assess how many participants find sexual counseling helpful and when they prefer it. The study expects to enroll 200 patients and 200 partners, with data collection and analysis continuing through follow-up visits over approximately a year after treatment.