New treatment option for Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Official title Postoperative CCRT Followed by Immunotherapy in High-Risk LA HNSCC
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06170710
What this study is testing
What is Anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody?
Anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.
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 trial aims to evaluate whether the addition of anti-PD-1 antibody to adjuvant postoperative chemoradiotherapy could improve disease free survival in patients with high-risk locally advanced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC).
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
- 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 to 70
You may be able to join if
- Histologically proven squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck which include but not limit following primary sites: oral cavity, oropharynx...
- Patients eligible with one or more High-Risk factors of the following: For HPV+ OPSCC: T4 OR cN3 OR pN2 OR non-R0 resection OR resection margin\<5mm...
- ECOG performance score 0-1
- PD-L1 expression with CPS\>1
- No contraindications to immunotherapy or chemoradiotherapy
You likely can't join if
- Previous or co-existing malignancies, except cured basal cell carcinoma of the skin, cervical carcinoma in situ, superficial bladder cancer
- Active infection
- Known active viral infection Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis B/C) or known history of positive test for HIV
- Active and/or historical autoimmune disease, except patients with vitiligo or asthma that has completely resolved in childhood and does not require...
- Clinically significant (i.e., active) cardiovascular disease: cerebral vascular accident/stroke (\< 6 months prior to enrollment), myocardial...
- Pregnant, breastfeeding patients, and female patients of childbearing potential who are unwilling or unable to use 2 highly effective methods of...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Histologically proven squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck which include but not limit following primary sites: oral cavity, oropharynx, hypopharynx or larynx
- Patients eligible with one or more High-Risk factors of the following: For HPV+ OPSCC: T4 OR cN3 OR pN2 OR non-R0 resection OR resection margin\<5mm OR ENE (+) OR perineural invasion OR vessel/lymphatic vessel...
- ECOG performance score 0-1
- PD-L1 expression with CPS\>1
- No contraindications to immunotherapy or chemoradiotherapy
- Adequate organ function
- Female subject of childbearing potential should have a negative pregnancy test within 7 days prior to receiving the first dose of study medication.Female people of childbearing potential must be willing to use an...
- Reproductive male people must agree to use an adequate method of contraception during the course of the study and 60 days after the last dose of study medication.
- Informed consent is obtainable.
- Previous or co-existing malignancies, except cured basal cell carcinoma of the skin, cervical carcinoma in situ, superficial bladder cancer
- Active infection
- Known active viral infection Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis B/C) or known history of positive test for HIV
- Active and/or historical autoimmune disease, except patients with vitiligo or asthma that has completely resolved in childhood and does not require any intervention in adulthood
- Clinically significant (i.e., active) cardiovascular disease: cerebral vascular accident/stroke (\< 6 months prior to enrollment), myocardial infarction (\< 6 months prior to enrollment), unstable angina, congestive...
- Pregnant, breastfeeding patients, and female patients of childbearing potential who are unwilling or unable to use 2 highly effective methods of contraception as outlined in the protocol for the duration of the study
- History of PD-1/L1 treatment
- If the people underwent major surgery for non-tumors, the toxicity and complications of the surgery needed to be adequately treated and the body conditions returned to normal
- Concurrent enrollment in another clinical trial using an investigational anti-cancer treatment within 28 days prior to the first dose of study treatment
- Other circumstances leading to the termination of the study, as determined by the investigator
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China
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 to 70 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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