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Official title A Pilot and Feasibility Study of a Dietary Intervention With Low-protein Meals in Cancer Patients Receiving Immunotherapies
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05356182
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The main idea of this study is that a low protein diet may alter the environment surrounding the tumor, enhancing the body's immune response leading to greater anticancer effects of treatment. This study intends to use a low-protein diet as a tool to enhance the immune response generated by immune check point inhibitor treatments.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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
- Histologically documented solid tumor malignancies which is amenable for immunotherapy treatment with immune checkpoint inhibitors (i.e. PD1, PD-L1...
- Metastatic disease as evidenced by soft tissue and/or bony metastases on baseline bone scan and/or computed tomography (CT) scan of the chest...
- Life expectancy of at least 6 months
- Adults ≥ 18 years of age
- Adequate hematologic, renal, and liver function as evidenced by the following:
You likely can't join if
- Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status 2 or higher
- Treatment with any of the following medications or interventions within 28 days of registration:
- Systemic corticosteroids; however, use of inhaled, intranasal, and topical steroids is acceptable.
- High dose calcitriol [1,25(OH)2VitD] (i.e., \> 7.0 μg/week)
- A requirement for systemic immunosuppressive therapy for any reason
- Any infection requiring parenteral antibiotic therapy or causing fever (temperature \> 100.5°F or 38.1°C) within 1 week prior to registration
See the full eligibility criteria
- Histologically documented solid tumor malignancies which is amenable for immunotherapy treatment with immune checkpoint inhibitors (i.e. PD1, PD-L1, CTLA inhibitors) as single agents or in combination.
- Metastatic disease as evidenced by soft tissue and/or bony metastases on baseline bone scan and/or computed tomography (CT) scan of the chest, abdomen, and pelvis
- Life expectancy of at least 6 months
- Adults ≥ 18 years of age
- Adequate hematologic, renal, and liver function as evidenced by the following:
- White blood cell (WBC) ≥ 2,500 cells/μL
- Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) ≥ 1,000 cells/μL
- Platelet Count ≥ 100,000 cells/μL
- Hemoglobin (HgB) ≥ 9.0 g/dL
- Creatinine ≤ 2.0 mg/dL
- Total bilirubin ≤ 2 x upper limit of normal (ULN)
- Aspartate aminotransaminase (AST, SGOT) ≤ 2.5 x ULN
- Alanine aminotransaminase (ALT, SGPT) ≤ 2.5 x ULN
- Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status 2 or higher
- Treatment with any of the following medications or interventions within 28 days of registration:
- Systemic corticosteroids; however, use of inhaled, intranasal, and topical steroids is acceptable.
- High dose calcitriol [1,25(OH)2VitD] (i.e., \> 7.0 μg/week)
- A requirement for systemic immunosuppressive therapy for any reason
- Any infection requiring parenteral antibiotic therapy or causing fever (temperature \> 100.5°F or 38.1°C) within 1 week prior to registration
- A known allergy, intolerance, or medical contraindication to receiving the contrast dye required for the protocol-specified CT imaging
- Any medical intervention or other condition which, in the opinion of the Principal Investigator, could compromise adherence with study requirements or otherwise compromise the study's objectives
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Buffalo, New York, 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?
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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 Buffalo, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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