Clinical Research Directory

Testing the Addition of a New Anti-Cancer Drug, Triapine, to the Usual Chemotherapy Treatment (Cisplatin) During Radiation Therapy for Advanced-stage Cervical and Vaginal Cancers

This randomized phase III trial studies radiation therapy and cisplatin with triapine to see how well they work compared to the standard radiation therapy and cisplatin alone in treating patients with newly diagnosed stage IB2, II, or IIIB-IVA cervical cancer or stage II-IVA vaginal cancer. Radiation therapy uses high energy protons to kill tumor cells and shrink tumors. Drugs used in chemotherapy, such as cisplatin, work in different ways to stop the growth of tumor cells, either by killing the cells, by stopping them from dividing, or by stopping them from spreading. Triapine may stop the growth of tumor cells by blocking some of the enzymes needed for cell growth. It is not yet known whether radiation therapy and cisplatin are more effective with triapine in treating cervical or vaginal cancer.

Hypofractionated Radiotherapy for the Treatment of Locally Advanced Cervical Cancer in Uganda

This phase II trial compares the effect of hypofractionated radiotherapy (HFRT) to conventional fractionated radiotherapy (CFRT) when given in combination with cisplatin and brachytherapy in patients with stage IB3, II, or III cervical cancer. Radiation therapy uses high energy x-rays, particles, or radioactive seeds to kill tumor cells and shrink tumors. CFRT delivers the total dose of radiation over the amount of time according to standard practice. HFRT delivers higher doses of radiation therapy over a shorter period of time and may kill more tumor cells and have fewer side effects. HFRT shortens treatment duration and may reduce costs and may improve the completion rates. Cisplatin is in a class of medications known as platinum-containing compounds. It works by killing, stopping or slowing the growth of tumor cells. Brachytherapy, also known as internal radiation therapy, uses radioactive material placed directly into or near a tumor to kill tumor cells. HFRT may be safe, tolerable, and/or as effective as CFRT when given in combination with cisplatin and brachytherapy in treating patients with stage IB3, II or III cervical cancer.

AVA6103 in Subjects With Locally Advanced or Metastatic Selected Solid Tumors

This is a first-in-human (FIH), Phase 1 open-label, multicenter dose escalation study investigating AVA6103 monotherapy administered intravenously in patients with locally advanced (unresectable) or metastatic solid tumors that are likely to be FAP positive. The study consists of an initial Phase 1a dose escalation portion and a subsequent Phase 1b dose expansion portion upon completion of the dose escalation portion.

Yoga Therapy During Chemotherapy and Radiation Treatment for the Improvement of Physical and Emotional Well-Being in Patients With Stage IB2-IIIB Cervical Cancer

This trial studies how well yoga therapy works during chemotherapy and radiation treatment in improving physical and emotional well-being in patients with stage IB2-IIIB cervical cancer. Yoga therapy may help to balance the mind and body through exercise, meditation (focusing thoughts), and control of breathing and emotions.

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Circulating Tumor DNA (ctDNA) in Cervical Cancer

This study collects blood samples to determine if the DNA of HPV that causes cervical cancer can be detected in patients with cervical cancer that is new (primary), has come back (recurrent), or has spread to other places in the body (metastatic) and are undergoing treatment with surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and/or immunotherapy. Researchers may use this information to predict response (good or bad) of the cervical cancer to treatment and detect recurrent cancer sooner.

Nivolumab in Treating Patients With Persistent, Recurrent, or Metastatic Cervical Cancer

This phase II trial studies the side effects and how well nivolumab works in treating patients with cervical cancer that has grown, come back, or spread to other places in the body. Monoclonal antibodies, such as nivolumab, may block tumor growth in different ways by targeting certain cells.

RT for Adenocarcinoma/Adenosquamous Carcinoma

This study aims to establish a prospective cohort of locally advanced cervical adenocarcinoma to provide a better way to monitor its efficacy and provide precise treatment. The key problems to be solved are as follows: 1. Establish an observational prospective cohort of locally advanced ADC and randomly divide patients with residual cervical tumors in the primary site after CCRT into the local treatment group (salvage surgery or supplementary radiotherapy) or the systemic treatment group. 2. Collect cervical biopsy tissues before and after CCRT in patients with residual cervical tumors, explore the genomic characteristics, and predict whether they can benefit from targeted/immunotherapy in the future.

External Beam Radiation Therapy and Brachytherapy With Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy for the Treatment of Stage IVB Cervical Cancer

This phase I/II trial tests the safety and effectiveness of receiving external beam radiation therapy (EBRT) and brachytherapy along with chemotherapy, consisting of cisplatin and paclitaxel, and immunotherapy, consisting of bevacizumab and pembrolizumab, for the treatment of patients with stage IVB cervical cancer. EBRT is type of radiation therapy that uses a machine to aim high-energy rays at the cancer from outside of the body. Brachytherapy, also known as internal radiation therapy, uses radioactive material placed directly into or near a tumor to kill tumor cells. Cisplatin is in a class of medications known as platinum-containing compounds. It works by killing, stopping or slowing the growth of tumor cells. Paclitaxel is in a class of medications called antimicrotubule agents. It stops tumor cells from growing and dividing and may kill them. Bevacizumab is in a class of medications called antiangiogenic agents. It works by stopping the formation of blood vessels that bring oxygen and nutrients to tumor. This may slow the growth and spread of tumor. A monoclonal antibody, such as pembrolizumab, is a type of protein that can bind to certain targets in the body, such as molecules that cause the body to make an immune response (antigens). Giving EBRT and brachytherapy along with chemotherapy and immunotherapy may be a safe and effective way to treat patients with stage IVB cervical cancer.

Pembrolizumab Concurrent With and Following Carbon-ion Radiotherapy for Locally Advanced Cervical Adenocarcinoma

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if pembrolizumab works for cervical adenocarcinoma treat with concurrent chemo-carbon-ion radiaotherapy (CIRT). The main questions it aims to answer are: • Does concurrent chemo-CIRT with pembrolizumab improves 2-year progression-free survival (PFS), compared with concurrent chemoradiotherapy with conventional X-rays?

Studying the Physical Function and Quality of Life Before and After Surgery in Patients With Stage I Cervical Cancer

This clinical trial studies the physical function and quality-of-life before and after surgery in patients with stage I cervical cancer. Studying quality-of-life in patients undergoing surgery for cervical cancer may help determine the intermediate-term and long-term effects of surgery.