HERTHENA-PanTumor01: a phase II study of patritumab deruxtecan (HER3-DXd) in previously treated advanced solid tumors.
Thomas Powles, Aarti Bhatia, Barbara Burtness...
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41088723/Actively Recruiting
Led by Daiichi Sankyo · Updated on 2026-08-10
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Participants Needed
85
Research Sites
57 weeks
Total Duration
This research aims to evaluate HER3-DXd monotherapy in adults with locally advanced unresectable or metastatic solid tumors who have previously received at least one systemic anticancer therapy. The study includes participants with various cancers such as melanoma, head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, HER2-negative gastric cancer, ovarian carcinoma, cervical cancer, endometrial cancer, bladder cancer, esophageal carcinoma, pancreatic carcinoma, prostate cancer, lung cancer, and breast cancer. The focus is to assess the treatments safety, tolerability, efficacy, and pharmacokinetics, along with exploring the relationship between HER3 protein expression and treatment response. Participants will receive intravenous infusions of HER3-DXd at a dose of 5.6 mgkg every three weeks Q3W. The trial is designed as a phase 2, multicenter, multicohort, open-label study involving a single treatment group receiving HER3-DXd monotherapy. Treatment continues until disease progression, unacceptable side effects, or withdrawal. The study will also collect tumor tissue samples before treatment to analyze HER3 protein expression. During the study, participants will undergo regular assessments including imaging scans to evaluate tumor response, safety evaluations, laboratory tests, and pharmacokinetic sampling at specified cycles. The primary outcomes include measuring objective response rates and, for prostate cancer participants, the proportion achieving significant decreases in PSA levels. Secondary outcomes cover treatment-emergent adverse events, duration of response, clinical benefit, disease control, progression-free survival, overall survival, and pharmacokinetic parameters. Participants will be followed for up to approximately 27 months to monitor these outcomes.
CONDITIONS
A Study of HER3-DXd in Subjects With Locally Advanced or Metastatic Solid Tumors
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Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
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This table compares participation in this trial with other options available for this condition. The information is drawn from published research and the trial’s study details and is provided for educational purposes only.
| Factors | HER3‑DXd monotherapy | Standard care for similar patients |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | An investigational HER3‑targeted antibody‑drug conjugate (HER3‑DXd) being studied as a single‑agent treatment for various advanced solid tumors after progression on standard therapies | In current practice, patients with refractory advanced solid tumors typically receive treatment based on tumor type, such as chemotherapy, targeted agents, or immunotherapy as appropriate |
| Role in trial | Subjects receive HER3‑DXd as a single treatment arm | Not part of the trial; represents external context only |
| Primary use | Being evaluated for efficacy and safety in patients with advanced solid tumors refractory to prior therapies | Current treatments aim to control disease based on tumor type and prior treatments |
| Administration | Given by intravenous infusion 5.6 mg/kg every three weeks per protocol | Administration depends on chosen treatment and tumor type and may include IV or oral regimens |
| Evidence status | Evidence based on ongoing phase II trial (HERTHENA‑PanTumor01); early results from similar agents show antitumor activity in breast and lung cancer | Established effectiveness varies by tumor type; multiple therapies have recognized benefit in each specific cancer |
| Important risks | Safety being assessed; early HER3‑DXd studies reported manageable side effects including nausea, low blood counts, and potential lung toxicity | Risks depend on the specific treatment and tumor type |
| Important limitations | Single‑group design lacks randomized control; activity and safety not yet confirmed across all tumor cohorts | Standard treatments may not be effective for refractory disease and vary widely across tumor types |
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Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
Duration - Up to approximately 27 months
Participants receive intravenous infusions of HER3-DXd every three weeks as monotherapy.
Infusions every 3 weeks with regular assessments
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
NA
Model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
1
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Thomas Powles, Aarti Bhatia, Barbara Burtness...
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41088723/Daiichi Sankyo
Lead Sponsor
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
Collaborating Sponsor