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Phase 3 Frontline Therapy Trial in Patients With Advanced Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma
EU CTIS ID: 2023-506419-16-00
What this study is testing
To compare the modified progression-free survival (mPFS) obtained with brentuximab vedotin (ADCETRIS®) plus AVD (doxorubicin [Adriamycin], vinblastine, and dacarbazine; abbreviated A+AVD) versus that obtained with ABVD (doxorubicin (Adriamycin), bleomycin, vinblastine, and dacarbazine) for the frontline treatment of advanced classical Hodgkin lymphoma (HL)
- Therapeutic confirmatory (Phase III)
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Who can take part
You may be able to join if
- Male or female patients 18 years or older.
- Treatment-naïve, HL patients with Ann Arbor Stage III or IV disease
- Histologically confirmed classical HL according to the current World Health Organisation Classification (nodular sclerosis, mixed cellularity, lymphocyte rich, lymphocyte depleted, or classical Hodgkin lymphoma, NOS [not otherwise specified]).
- ECOG performance status ≤ 2
- Patients must have had bidimensional measurable disease as documented by radiographic technique (spiral CT preferred) per the International Working Group Revised Criteria for Response Assessment for Malignant Lymphoma (Cheson 2007).
- Female patients who: •Were postmenopausal for at least 1 year before the screening visit, OR • Were surgically sterile, OR • If they were of childbearing potential, agreed to practice 2 effective methods of contraception, at the same time, from the time of signing the informed consent through 6 months after the last dose of study drug, or • Agreed to practice true abstinence, when this was in line with the preferred and usual lifestyle of the subject. (Periodic abstinence [eg, calendar, ovulation, symptothermal, postovulation methods] and withdrawal were not acceptable methods of contraception.) Male patients, even if surgically sterilized (ie, status postvasectomy), who: • Agreed to practice effective barrier contraception during the entire study treatment period and through 6 months after the last dose of study drug, OR • Agreed to practice true abstinence, when this was in line with the preferred and usual lifestyle of the subject. (Periodic abstinence [eg, calendar, ovulation, symptothermal, postovulation methods for the female partner] and withdrawal were not acceptable methods of contraception.)
You likely can't join if
- Nodular lymphocyte predominant Hodgkin lymphoma
- Known human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) positive
- Known hepatitis B surface antigen-positive, or known or suspected active hepatitis C infection
- Diagnosed or treated for another malignancy within 3 years before the first dose or previously diagnosed with another malignancy and had any evidence of residual disease. Patients with nonmelanoma skin cancer or carcinoma in situ of any type were not excluded if they had undergone complete resection.
- Any of the following cardiovascular conditions or values within 6 months before the first dose of study drug: • A left-ventricular ejection fraction < 50% • Myocardial infarction within 2 years of randomization • New York Heart Association (NYHA) Class III or IV heart failure (see Section 15.4). • Evidence of current uncontrolled cardiovascular conditions, including cardiac arrhythmias, congestive heart failure (CHF), angina, or electrocardiographic evidence of acute ischemia or active conduction system abnormalities
- Female patients who were both lactating and breastfeeding or who had a positive serum pregnancy test during the screening period or a positive pregnancy test on Day 1 before first dose of study drug
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
- Male or female patients 18 years or older.
- Treatment-naïve, HL patients with Ann Arbor Stage III or IV disease
- Histologically confirmed classical HL according to the current World Health Organisation Classification (nodular sclerosis, mixed cellularity, lymphocyte rich, lymphocyte depleted, or classical Hodgkin lymphoma, NOS [not otherwise specified]).
- ECOG performance status ≤ 2
- Patients must have had bidimensional measurable disease as documented by radiographic technique (spiral CT preferred) per the International Working Group Revised Criteria for Response Assessment for Malignant Lymphoma (Cheson 2007).
- Female patients who: •Were postmenopausal for at least 1 year before the screening visit, OR • Were surgically sterile, OR • If they were of childbearing potential, agreed to practice 2 effective methods of contraception, at the same time, from the time of signing the informed consent through 6 months after the last dose of study drug, or • Agreed to practice true abstinence, when this was in line with the preferred and usual lifestyle of the subject. (Periodic abstinence [eg, calendar, ovulation, symptothermal, postovulation methods] and withdrawal were not acceptable methods of contraception.) Male patients, even if surgically sterilized (ie, status postvasectomy), who: • Agreed to practice effective barrier contraception during the entire study treatment period and through 6 months after the last dose of study drug, OR • Agreed to practice true abstinence, when this was in line with the preferred and usual lifestyle of the subject. (Periodic abstinence [eg, calendar, ovulation, symptothermal, postovulation methods for the female partner] and withdrawal were not acceptable methods of contraception.)
- Voluntary written consent was required before performance of any study related procedure not part of standard medical care, with the understanding that consent may be withdrawn by the patient at any time without prejudice to future medical care.
- Suitable venous access for the study-required blood sampling, including PK sampling.
- Clinical laboratory values as specified within 7 days before the first dose of study drug: • Absolute neutrophil count ≥ 1,500/μL unless there was known HL marrow involvement • Platelet count ≥ 75,000/μL unless there was known HL marrow involvement • Total bilirubin < 1.5 X the upper limit of normal (ULN) unless the elevation was known to be due to Gilbert syndrome. • ALT or AST < 3 X the upper limit of the normal range. AST and ALT could be elevated up to 5 times the ULN if their elevation could be reasonably ascribed to the presence of HL in liver. • Serum creatinine < 2.0 mg/dL and/or creatinine clearance or calculated creatinine clearance > 40 mL/minute (refer to Section 15.3). • Hemoglobin ≥ 8 g/dL.
What rules you out
- Nodular lymphocyte predominant Hodgkin lymphoma
- Known human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) positive
- Known hepatitis B surface antigen-positive, or known or suspected active hepatitis C infection
- Diagnosed or treated for another malignancy within 3 years before the first dose or previously diagnosed with another malignancy and had any evidence of residual disease. Patients with nonmelanoma skin cancer or carcinoma in situ of any type were not excluded if they had undergone complete resection.
- Any of the following cardiovascular conditions or values within 6 months before the first dose of study drug: • A left-ventricular ejection fraction < 50% • Myocardial infarction within 2 years of randomization • New York Heart Association (NYHA) Class III or IV heart failure (see Section 15.4). • Evidence of current uncontrolled cardiovascular conditions, including cardiac arrhythmias, congestive heart failure (CHF), angina, or electrocardiographic evidence of acute ischemia or active conduction system abnormalities
- Female patients who were both lactating and breastfeeding or who had a positive serum pregnancy test during the screening period or a positive pregnancy test on Day 1 before first dose of study drug
- Any serious medical or psychiatric illness that could, in the investigator's opinion, potentially interfere with the completion of treatment according to this protocol
- Known cerebral or meningeal disease (HL or any other etiology), including signs or symptoms of PML
- Symptomatic neurologic disease compromising normal activities of daily living or requiring medications
- Any sensory or motor peripheral neuropathy
- Any active systemic viral, bacterial, or fungal infection requiring systemic antibiotics within 2 weeks prior to first study drug dose
- Prior immunosuppressive chemotherapy, therapeutic radiation, or any immunotherapy (eg, immunoglobulin replacement, other monoclonal antibody therapies) within 12 weeks of first study drug dose
- Known hypersensitivity to recombinant proteins, murine proteins, or to any excipient contained in the drug formulation of brentuximab vedotin or any component of ABVD
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- United Kingdom
- Australia
- Turkey
- Taiwan
- Canada
- Japan
- United States
- Brazil
- Korea, Republic of
- Hong Kong
- South Africa
- Russian Federation
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 65+ years, 18-64 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include United Kingdom; Australia; Turkey; Taiwan; Canada; Japan and 6 more location(s). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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