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Researchers are evaluating treatments for breast cancer that is hormone receptor-positive (HR+) and human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative (HER2-), specifically in cases where the cancer is either locally advanced and cannot be removed by surgery or has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic). The study aims to determine if patritumab deruxtecan (also called HER3-DXd or MK-1022) helps patients live longer overall or without the cancer growing compared to chemotherapy or trastuzumab deruxtecan. This is a Phase 3 clinical trial focusing on this particular type of breast cancer. Participants receive one of several treatments: patritumab deruxtecan through intravenous infusion, chemotherapy options like paclitaxel or nab-paclitaxel via IV, oral capecitabine tablets, liposomal doxorubicin via IV, or trastuzumab deruxtecan via IV infusion. The study compares the effects of patritumab deruxtecan alone to the treatment chosen by the physician. Treatments are administered according to standard dosing schedules during the trial. During the study, participants are monitored for how long they live without the cancer progressing (up to about 45 months) and overall survival (up to about 85 months). Researchers assess disease status through imaging and other evaluations. Participants have regular check-ups to monitor health, treatment effects, and any side effects. The study tracks treatment response and safety over the extended follow-up period to understand the benefits and risks of the therapies.

Researchers are evaluating zanidatamab combined with chemotherapy to treat people with early-stage HER2-positive breast cancer. This Phase 2 study focuses on patients with Stage II or III invasive breast carcinoma that is confirmed to be HER2-positive. The purpose is to assess the safety and effectiveness of this combination treatment before surgery. Participants receive zanidatamab and chemotherapy drugs such as paclitaxel, docetaxel, carboplatin, trastuzumab, and pertuzumab, all administered intravenously. After completing neoadjuvant therapy, participants agree to undergo either a mastectomy or breast-conserving surgery. The study is open-label and conducted at multiple centers. During the study, researchers monitor the participants' response by measuring the number who achieve a pathological complete response within 8 months. They also ensure participants have adequate organ function, track heart function with imaging, and evaluate treatment safety. Participants are regularly assessed to support study goals and monitor any side effects.

Researchers are evaluating the safety, tolerability, and effectiveness of EIK1001 combined with standard treatments in adults with advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who have not previously received vein-based treatment for their advanced disease. This phase 2, open-label, multicenter trial includes participants with confirmed stage 4 squamous or non-squamous NSCLC without mutations suitable for first-line targeted therapy. The study aims to find appropriate dosing and monitor adverse events alongside treatment response. Participants receive EIK1001, a Toll-like receptor 7/8 agonist, together with pembrolizumab, a PD-1 inhibitor, and chemotherapy drugs such as paclitaxel, pemetrexed, or carboplatin. These treatments are combined as part of the standard care for stage 4 NSCLC. The trial assesses safety and efficacy over the treatment period, including a dose-finding phase to determine the best dose of EIK1001. During the study, participants undergo regular assessments including tumor measurements based on RECIST 1.1 criteria, organ function tests, and monitoring of performance status. Researchers track the percentage of participants experiencing safety events throughout up to two years of treatment. Follow-up includes ongoing evaluation of side effects and effectiveness to understand the treatment impact and participant well-being over the course of the trial.

Researchers are conducting a phase 3 open-label, randomized, controlled, multicenter study to compare petosemtamab with investigator's choice monotherapy in patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) who have incurable metastatic or recurrent disease. This study focuses on patients with progressive disease after anti-PD-1 therapy and platinum-containing therapy and aims to evaluate the treatments as second- or third-line options. Participants will receive either petosemtamab or one of the investigator's choice monotherapies, including cetuximab, methotrexate, or docetaxel. The study involves treatment administration under controlled conditions with monitoring for efficacy and safety. The goal is to assess the treatments over time with a focus on response rates and overall survival. During the study, participants will undergo regular assessments including radiologic imaging to measure tumor response, and evaluations of overall survival up to approximately three years. The primary outcomes include objective response rate assessed by blinded independent central review and overall survival. Researchers will monitor patient health, side effects, and treatment effectiveness throughout the study duration.

Researchers are evaluating ziltivekimab as a treatment for people living with heart failure and inflammation. This Phase 3 study compares ziltivekimab to a placebo in participants with heart failure who have mild to preserved ejection fraction and systemic inflammation. The study aims to assess the effect of ziltivekimab on cardiovascular death, heart failure hospitalization, or urgent heart failure visits over a period of up to 4 years. Participants will receive monthly injections of either ziltivekimab or a placebo using a pre-filled syringe or a pen-injector. The study medication is administered subcutaneously once a month for up to 4 years. The trial includes up to 20 clinic visits during which participants will be monitored and assessed. During the study, participants will use a study app on their phone to record all injections and complete questionnaires. Researchers will monitor participants for key outcomes like cardiovascular events and heart failure episodes from the time of randomization until the end of the study. Safety and health status will be regularly evaluated throughout the study period, which may last up to 48 months.

Researchers are evaluating the long-term safety and effectiveness of the FDA-approved VARIPULSE catheter system in treating people who have symptomatic paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (PAF). This condition involves irregular heart rhythms that start and stop suddenly. The study focuses on how well this treatment manages atrial fibrillation over time using a specialized catheter system. The treatment involves pulsed field ablation using the VARIPULSE catheter combined with the TRUPULSE generator. This device is designed to perform pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) to help control atrial fibrillation symptoms. Participants will undergo this catheter-based procedure as the main intervention during the study. Participants will be monitored closely after the procedure, with researchers tracking early adverse events within 7 days and occurrences of atrial tachyarrhythmia episodes from day 61 up to 1095 days post-procedure. The study includes follow-up testing and assessments to measure safety and effectiveness over an extended period. Participants must comply with all study requirements during this time to help ensure accurate results.

This research aims to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of iza-bren, a bi-specific antibody-drug conjugate targeting EGFR and HER3 with a topoisomerase inhibitor, compared to the treatment of physician's choice (paclitaxel, nab-paclitaxel, carboplatin plus gemcitabine, or capecitabine). The study focuses on patients with previously untreated, locally advanced, recurrent inoperable, or metastatic triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) or estrogen receptor (ER)-low, HER2-negative breast cancer who are not eligible for anti-PD(L)1 or endocrine therapies. The trial is conducted in two phases, phase 2 and phase 3, to thoroughly assess these treatments.

Researchers are evaluating the effectiveness and safety of standard chemotherapy combined with bevacizumab, with or without the addition of INCA33890, as the first treatment option for patients with metastatic microsatellite stable colorectal cancer. This phase 3 randomized, double-blind study focuses on patients with stage IV colorectal adenocarcinoma that cannot be cured by surgery and who have not received prior systemic treatment for their metastatic disease. Participants will receive standard-of-care chemotherapy (FOLFOX) and bevacizumab both administered at protocol-defined doses. They will be randomly assigned to also receive either INCA33890 or a placebo, with dosing also defined by the study protocol. The treatments will be given as the initial therapy for metastatic disease, aiming to compare the outcomes between the groups receiving INCA33890 and those who do not. Throughout the study, participants will be monitored for progression-free survival for up to three years. Researchers will assess disease progression using measurable disease criteria and regularly evaluate participants' health status and organ function through laboratory tests. Safety and treatment response will be closely followed, with the goal of determining how well the treatments control the cancer without unacceptable side effects.

This trial investigates the effectiveness of Pumitamig compared to Pembrolizumab in adults with advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) who have not received prior treatment and whose tumors express PD-L1 at 50% or higher. The study targets individuals with locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC, focusing on those with measurable disease and good performance status. It is a Phase 3 randomized, double-blind study designed to compare these two treatments as first-line options for this patient group. Participants will receive either Pumitamig or Pembrolizumab at specified doses on scheduled days. The treatments are given as monotherapy, meaning each participant receives only one of these drugs throughout the study. The study does not mention additional treatment phases or extensions, focusing on the direct comparison of these two drugs for initial treatment. Throughout the study, researchers will assess how long participants live without their cancer worsening, using standardized criteria over about three years. Overall survival will also be tracked for up to five years. Participants will be monitored regularly to evaluate their response to treatment and overall health. Safety and effectiveness outcomes will be gathered through medical assessments consistent with clinical trial standards for NSCLC.

Researchers are evaluating the safety, tolerability, and immune response of a fifth dose of the 6-valent OspA-based Lyme disease vaccine called VLA15 in healthy individuals aged 7 years and older. This Phase 3, randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blinded study aims to understand the effects of an additional vaccine dose on protection against Lyme disease and to monitor for any adverse reactions or new medical conditions. Participants will be randomly assigned in a 5:1 ratio to receive either one dose of VLA15 or a saline placebo injection in the upper arm during the first clinic visit. The study involves about 1712 participants who have previously received four doses of VLA15 and had blood samples taken after the fourth dose. The total study duration is approximately 12 months, during which participants will attend four scheduled clinic visits. Throughout the study, participants will undergo health checks and provide small blood samples. Researchers will monitor for local and systemic reactions within 7 days after vaccination, adverse events up to one month post-vaccination, and any serious adverse events or newly diagnosed chronic medical conditions through the entire study period. Immune responses to the vaccine will be measured one month after the fifth dose. Safety will be overseen by an independent data monitoring committee.