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A phase 3 multicenter, randomised, prospective, open-label trial of fixed-duration (12 cycles) venetoclax/ obinutuzumab vs. fixed-duration (15 cycles) venetoclax/ pirtobrutinib vs. MRD-guided venetoclax/ pirtobrutinib in patients with previously untreated chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL)/ small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL) aiming to establish measurement of individual residual disease for adjustment of treatment duration to improve outcomes (CLL18/ MOIRAI)
EU CTIS ID: 2023-510294-34-00
What this study is testing
The primary objective of the study is to compare the efficacy of MRD-guided Venetoclax/Pirtobrutinib vs fixed-duration (15 cycles) Venetoclax/Pirtobrutinib and MRD-guided Venetoclax/Pirtobrutinib vs. fixed-duration (12 cycles) Venetoclax/Obinutuzumab by measuring progression-free survival (PFS) in patients with previously untreated chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL)/small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL).
- Therapeutic confirmatory (Phase III)
A plain-language read of the study's public EU CTIS listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
You may be able to join if
- Documented CLL/SLL requiring treatment according to iwCLL criteria with a CLL phenotype cell count >10-2 tracked by flow cytometry at screening.
- Adequate bone marrow function as indicated by: - an absolute neutrophil count ≥ 1 x 10⁹/l - a hemoglobin value ≥8.0 g/dL without transfusions during the last 7 days unless directly attributable to CLL/SLL (e.g. bone marrow infiltration) and - a platelet count ≥ 25 x 10⁹/l unless due to the CLL/SLL, in this case, platelet count should be ≥ 10.000/µl without transfusion during the last 7 days.
- Adequate renal function, as indicated by a creatinine clearance ≥30ml/min calculated according to the MDRD-formula or an equally accurate method (e.g. 24 hr. urine collection)
- Adequate liver function as indicated by: - a total bilirubin≤ 2 x the institutional upper limit of normal (ULN) value, and - AST/ ALT ≤ 2.5 x the institutional ULN value, unless directly attributable to the patient’s CLL/SLL or to Gilbert’s Syndrome.
- Negative serological testing for hepatitis B (HBsAg negative and anti-HBc negative; patients positive for anti-HBc may be included if PCR for HBV DNA is negative and HBV-DNA PCR is performed every month until 12 months after last dosage of obinutuzumab), negative testing for hepatitis-C (HCV-RNA PCR) and negative HIV test within 6 weeks prior to registration
- Age ≥ 18 years
You likely can't join if
- Any prior CLL- or SLL-specific therapies, except for corticosteroid treatment administered due to necessary immediate intervention (within the last 10 days before start of study treatment only dose equivalents up to 20 mg prednisolone per day are permitted).
- Fertile men or women of childbearing potential unless: - surgically sterile or ≥ 2 years after the onset of menopause, or - willing to use two methods of reliable contraception including one highly effective (Pearl Index <1) and one additional effective (barrier) method during study treatment and for the required time period thereafter (at least one and up to 18 months after end of study treatment depending of study drug(s) used, see chapter 2.2.2.1 Known risks relevant with all study drugs).
- Vaccination with a live vaccine ≤ 28 days prior to registration
- Use of investigational agents which might interfere with the study drug within 28 days prior to registration
- Legal incapacity
- Prisoners or subjects who are institutionalized by regulatory or court order
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
- Documented CLL/SLL requiring treatment according to iwCLL criteria with a CLL phenotype cell count >10-2 tracked by flow cytometry at screening.
- Adequate bone marrow function as indicated by: - an absolute neutrophil count ≥ 1 x 10⁹/l - a hemoglobin value ≥8.0 g/dL without transfusions during the last 7 days unless directly attributable to CLL/SLL (e.g. bone marrow infiltration) and - a platelet count ≥ 25 x 10⁹/l unless due to the CLL/SLL, in this case, platelet count should be ≥ 10.000/µl without transfusion during the last 7 days.
- Adequate renal function, as indicated by a creatinine clearance ≥30ml/min calculated according to the MDRD-formula or an equally accurate method (e.g. 24 hr. urine collection)
- Adequate liver function as indicated by: - a total bilirubin≤ 2 x the institutional upper limit of normal (ULN) value, and - AST/ ALT ≤ 2.5 x the institutional ULN value, unless directly attributable to the patient’s CLL/SLL or to Gilbert’s Syndrome.
- Negative serological testing for hepatitis B (HBsAg negative and anti-HBc negative; patients positive for anti-HBc may be included if PCR for HBV DNA is negative and HBV-DNA PCR is performed every month until 12 months after last dosage of obinutuzumab), negative testing for hepatitis-C (HCV-RNA PCR) and negative HIV test within 6 weeks prior to registration
- Age ≥ 18 years
- Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group Performance Status (ECOG) performance status
- Life expectancy ≥ 6 months
- Ability and willingness to provide written informed consent and to adhere to the study visit schedule and other protocol requirements.
What rules you out
- Any prior CLL- or SLL-specific therapies, except for corticosteroid treatment administered due to necessary immediate intervention (within the last 10 days before start of study treatment only dose equivalents up to 20 mg prednisolone per day are permitted).
- Fertile men or women of childbearing potential unless: - surgically sterile or ≥ 2 years after the onset of menopause, or - willing to use two methods of reliable contraception including one highly effective (Pearl Index <1) and one additional effective (barrier) method during study treatment and for the required time period thereafter (at least one and up to 18 months after end of study treatment depending of study drug(s) used, see chapter 2.2.2.1 Known risks relevant with all study drugs).
- Vaccination with a live vaccine ≤ 28 days prior to registration
- Use of investigational agents which might interfere with the study drug within 28 days prior to registration
- Legal incapacity
- Prisoners or subjects who are institutionalized by regulatory or court order
- Persons who are in dependence to the sponsor or an investigator
- Decompensated auto-immune cytopenia (defined as ongoing drop in hemoglobin (AIHA) or in platelets (ITP) in spite of prednisolone and/or intravenous immunoglobulins treatment).
- (Suspicion of) transformation of CLL/SLL (i.e. Richter`s transformation) or central nervous system (CNS) involvement.
- (Suspicion of) progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML).
- Malignant neoplasm other than CLL/SLL unless in remission and unlikely to adversely impact on patient´s life expectancy, defined as curatively treated non-melanoma skin cancer or other neoplasias treated curatively ≥1 year ago, without signs of progression and not currently requiring systemic therapies (with the exception of ongoing anti-hormonal therapy).
- Active infection requiring systemic treatment, including HIV, HBV and HCV
- Increased risk of bleeding, e.g. due to: - known bleeding disorder - anticoagulant therapy with phenprocoumon or other vitamin K antagonists (anticoagulation with a direct oral Xa or thrombin inhibitor (DOAC) or heparin) is permitted) - major surgery ≤4 weeks prior to randomization - stroke or intracranial hemorrhage ≤ 6 months of randomization
- Any comorbidity or organ system impairment rated with a CIRS (cumulative illness rating scale) score of 4 or any other life-threatening illness, medical condition or organ system dysfunction that – in the investigator´s opinion - could compromise the patient`s safety or interfere with the absorption or metabolism of the study drugs (e.g, inability to swallow tab-lets or impaired resorption in the gastrointestinal tract)
- Pregnant women and nursing mothers (a negative pregnancy test is required for all women of childbearing potential within 7 days before start of treatment)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Israel
- Switzerland
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 Israel; Switzerland. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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