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New treatment option for Solid Tumor, Adult
Official title Intravital Microscopy in Human Solid Tumors
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03823144
What this study is testing
What is Fluorescein Sodium Injection?
Fluorescein Sodium Injection is an investigational medicine, given as an infusion into a vein, being studied as a potential treatment for solid tumor, adult.
Also referred to as AK-Fluor, Fluorescite.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- This study will investigate the tumor-associated vasculature of patients with solid tumors. The investigators will use a technology known as intravital microscopy (IVM) in order to visualize in real-time the vessels associated with solid tumors.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age ≥ 18 years of age
- Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG)Performance Status of ≤ 2
- Measurable tumor by direct visualization requiring surgical resection in the operating room (OR)
- Tumor types of origin include gastric, pancreatic, hepatobiliary, colorectal, sarcoma, brain, or breast cancer that may involve the axillary lymph...
- Subject must understand the investigational nature of this study and sign an Independent Ethics Committee/Institutional Review Board approved written...
You likely can't join if
- Uncontrolled intercurrent illness including, but not limited to, ongoing or active infection, symptomatic congestive heart failure, unstable angina...
- Renal dysfunction as defined as a glomerular filtration rate (GFR) \< 45
- Liver dysfunction as defined by Child-Pugh score \> 5, or liver function test (LFT)'s 1.5 x above normal range
- Any known allergy or prior reaction to fluorescein or a positive skin prick test to fluorescein
- Pregnant or nursing female people, determined preoperatively with a urine pregnancy test
- Unwilling or unable to follow protocol requirements
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age ≥ 18 years of age
- Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG)Performance Status of ≤ 2
- Measurable tumor by direct visualization requiring surgical resection in the operating room (OR)
- Tumor types of origin include gastric, pancreatic, hepatobiliary, colorectal, sarcoma, brain, or breast cancer that may involve the axillary lymph nodes cancers. Tumors may be primary or metastatic
- Subject must understand the investigational nature of this study and sign an Independent Ethics Committee/Institutional Review Board approved written informed consent
- Subject must have a skin prick test pre-operatively (at the time of the preoperative visit and after signed informed consent for entry into this clinical trial is given) to determine any sensitivity to fluorescein
- Uncontrolled intercurrent illness including, but not limited to, ongoing or active infection, symptomatic congestive heart failure, unstable angina pectoris, cardiac arrhythmia, or psychiatric illness/social situations
- Renal dysfunction as defined as a glomerular filtration rate (GFR) \< 45
- Liver dysfunction as defined by Child-Pugh score \> 5, or liver function test (LFT)'s 1.5 x above normal range
- Any known allergy or prior reaction to fluorescein or a positive skin prick test to fluorescein
- Pregnant or nursing female people, determined preoperatively with a urine pregnancy test
- Unwilling or unable to follow protocol requirements
- Any condition which in the investigators' opinion deems the patient unsuitable (e.g., abnormal electrocardiography [EKG], including T wave inversion, elevated T waves, prolonged QRS interval, or conduction blocks) or...
- Any condition that excludes surgical resection as the standard of care for the patient
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Jacksonville, Florida, United States
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, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Jacksonville, Florida, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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