Clinical outcomes of the combination of bevacizumab and ttfields in patients with recurrent glioblastoma: Results of a phase II clinical trial.

2020 ◽  
Vol 38 (15_suppl) ◽  
pp. 2537-2537
Author(s):  
Jaleh Fallah ◽  
Rekha T. Chaudhary ◽  
Lisa R. Rogers ◽  
Wei Wei ◽  
Cathy J. Brewer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Disease Progression ◽  
Muscle Weakness ◽  
Phase Ii ◽  
Day Treatment ◽  
Recurrent Glioblastoma ◽  
Phase Ii Clinical Trial ◽  
Rank Test ◽  
Grade 3 ◽  
Recurrent Gbm

2537 Background: Clinical trials of bevacizumab monotherapy and TTFields monotherapy have shown activity but limited clinical benefit in patients (pts) with recurrent glioblastoma (GBM), with median progression-free survival (PFS) of 2-4 months and median overall survival (OS) of 6-9 months with either treatment modality. In a single-arm phase II clinical trial, the efficacy of the combination of bevacizumab and TTFields in pts with recurrent GBM was investigated. Methods: Pts with histologically confirmed GBM or other grade IV gliomas, who had disease progression after chemoradiation were enrolled in a phase II trial of the combination of bevacizumab and TTFields. Bevacizumab was given at a dose of 10 mg/Kg intravenously every 2 weeks and TTFields was worn by the pts continuously for more than 18 hours per day. Treatment was continued until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. The primary endpoints were PFS at 6 months and OS at 12 months. Survival outcomes were assessed using the Kaplan-Meier method and compared by log rank test. Treatment-related adverse events were reported according to CTCAE, v4.0 criteria. Results: From April 2013 to December 2017, 25 pts were enrolled and 23 were evaluable: 18 (78%) men and 5 (22%) women, median age 60 years (range 17–78). 21 pts were Caucasian, 1 was African American and 1 of unknown race. After a median follow up of 31.6 months (range: 4.1-59.0 months), 21 out of 23 pts died (4 women and 17 men). The median PFS was 4.1 months (95%CI, 3.6-9.5) and the median OS was 10.5 months (95% CI, 8.2-14.9). The PFS rate at 6 and 12 months were 33% and 19%, respectively. The OS rate at 6 and 12 months were 82% and 46%, respectively. Women had better OS and PFS compared to men, however, the difference was not statistically significant which can be due to the small study population (table). Grade 3 and 4 toxicities considered definitely or probably related to the treatment included hypertension (n = 1) and cerebral infarction (n = 1). Other reported grade 3-4 toxicities (n = 7) included cough, dysphagia, muscle weakness, hyperglycemia, psychosis, seizure, lymphopenia, transaminitis, and muscle weakness considered unlikely to be treatment-related. Conclusions: The combination of bevacizumab and TTFields in is safe and feasible and has clinical efficacy in pts with recurrent GBM. Clinical trial information: NCT01894061 . [Table: see text]

scholarly journals ACTR-26. SAFETY AND EFFICACY OF BEVACIZUMAB PLUS TTFIELDS IN PATIENTS WITH RECURRENT GLIOBLASTOMA (GBM): DATA FROM A PHASE II CLINICAL TRIAL

2019 ◽  
Vol 21 (Supplement_6) ◽  
pp. vi18-vi18 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jaleh Fallah ◽  
Rekha Chaudhary ◽  
Lisa Rogers ◽  
Wei (Auston) Wei ◽  
Cathy Brewer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Overall Survival ◽  
Disease Progression ◽  
Muscle Weakness ◽  
Progression Free Survival ◽  
Recurrent Glioblastoma ◽  
Open Label ◽  
Safety And Efficacy ◽  
Phase 2 Clinical Trial ◽  
Recurrent Gbm

Abstract BACKGROUND Studies of bevacizumab monotherapy and TTFields monotherapy have shown activity but limited clinical benefit in patients with recurrent GBM. In an open label, single-arm, phase 2 clinical trial, the safety and efficacy of the combination of bevacizumab and TTFields was studied in patients with recurrent GBM. METHOD Bevacizumab-naïve patients with histologically confirmed GBM or other grade IV glioma, with recurrent disease after radiotherapy and temozolomide chemotherapy, were eligible. Bevacizumab dose was 10mg/kg intravenously every 2 weeks and TTFields was worn at least 18 hours daily. The primary endpoint was safety, progression-free survival at 6 months (PFS6) and overall survival at 12 months (OS12). Treatment was continued until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Survival outcomes were assessed using the Kaplan-Meier method. Treatment-related adverse events were reported according to CTCAE, v4.0 criteria. RESULTS 25 patients were enrolled and 23 were eligible for data analysis: 18 (78%) men and 5 (22%) women, median age 60 years (range 17–78). 21 patients were Caucasian, 1 was African American and 1 of unknown race. Median follow-up was 6.0 months (range 2.4–22). Seven patients (30 %) had disease progression. Median PFS was 9.9 (95% CI: 6.7-NA) months. PFS rate at 6 months (PFS6) was 71% (95% CI: 0.54–0.94). Median overall survival was 9.9 (95%CI 7.3-NA) months. OS rate at 12 months (OS12) was 42% (95%CI 0.24–0.74). 7 patients (30%) had grade 3 toxicity (cough, dysphagia, muscle weakness, hyperglycemia, hypertension, psychosis, seizure, lymphopenia, transaminitis). 1 patient developed grade 4 muscle weakness in the lower extremities. CONCLUSION Treatment with the combination of bevacizumab and TTFields in patients with recurrent GBM is safe and feasible and has shown clinical efficacy.

scholarly journals PC3 - 155 Phase II Study of Dianhydrogalactitol in Patients with MGMT-Unmethylated, Bevacizumab-Naïve Recurrent Glioblastoma

2016 ◽  
Vol 43 (S4) ◽  
pp. S18-S18
Author(s):  
B.J. O'Brien ◽  
J.A. Bacha ◽  
D.M. Brown ◽  
A. Steino ◽  
R. Schwartz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Phase Ii ◽  
Dna Methyltransferase ◽  
Standard Of Care ◽  
Recurrent Glioblastoma ◽  
Phase Ii Clinical Trial ◽  
Dna Double Strand Breaks ◽  
Methylguanine Dna Methyltransferase ◽  
Interstrand Cross Links ◽  
Recurrent Gbm

Glioblastoma (GBM) is the most common brain cancer. Most GBM tumors have unmethylated promoter status for O6-methylguanine-DNA-methyltransferase (MGMT); a validated biomarker for MGMT protein-expression and ensuing temozolomide-resistance. Second-line treatment with bevacizumab has not improved overall survival (OS). Dianhydrogalactitol (VAL-083) is a bi-functional alkylating agent targeting N7-Guanine, thus MGMT-independently inducing interstrand cross-links, DNA double-strand breaks and cell-death in GBM cell-lines and cancer stem cells. VAL-083 is currently in Phase I/II clinical trial for recurrent GBM, post-TMZ and post-bevacizumab. In this Phase II clinical trial, the main goal is to assess the 9-month OS in MGMT-unmethylated, recurrent, bevacizumab-naive GBM. RATIONALE: The vast majority of GBM patients experience recurrent/progressive disease within a year from initial diagnosis and median survival after recurrence is 3-9 months. Chemotherapy regimens for these patients are lacking and there is a significant unmet medical need. Given VAL-083’s novel alkylating mechanism, promising clinical benefit, and favorable safety profile, a trial studying VAL-083 in MGMT-unmethylated recurrent GBM is warranted. METHOD: Randomized, non-comparative biomarker-driven Phase II clinical trial in MGMT-unmethylated GBM patients at first recurrence/progression, prior to bevacizumab. 48 patients will be randomized to receive VAL-083 or “standard-of-care” salvage drug lomustine. 32 patients will receive VAL-083 40mg/m2/day on days 1,2,3 of a 21-day cycle. 16 patients will receive lomustine 90 mg/m2/day on day 1 of a 42-day cycle. Patients will be followed until death or for at least 9 months from enrollment, whichever occurs earlier. Survival will be compared to the BELOB trial for recurrent MGMT-unmethylated GBM patients treated with lomustine.

scholarly journals ACTR-32. NRG ONCOLOGY RTOG 1205: RANDOMIZED PHASE II TRIAL OF CONCURRENT BEVACIZUMAB AND RE-IRRADIATION VS. BEVACIZUMAB ALONE AS TREATMENT FOR RECURRENT GLIOBLASTOMA

2019 ◽  
Vol 21 (Supplement_6) ◽  
pp. vi20-vi20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christina Tsien ◽  
Stephanie Pugh ◽  
adam Dicker ◽  
Jeffrey Raizer ◽  
Martha Matuszak ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Objective Response ◽  
Patient Characteristics ◽  
Recurrent Glioblastoma ◽  
Rank Test ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Log Rank Test ◽  
Kaplan Meier ◽  
Randomized Phase Ii ◽  
Grade 3 ◽  
Recurrent Gbm

Abstract This study sought to determine whether re-irradiation (ReRT) and concurrent bevacizumab (BEV) improves overall survival (OS) compared to BEV alone in recurrent glioblastoma (GBM). Patients (pts) were randomized 1:1 to ReRT (35 Gy/10 fractions) plus BEV (IV 10 mg/kg q2 wks) vs. BEV alone. With 160 pts, there was 80% power to detect a 31% reduction in death hazard for BEV+RT at a one-sided significance level of 0.10 using a log rank test. OS and PFS were estimated by Kaplan-Meier and HRs estimated by exact binomial distribution. Objective response was assessed using MacDonald and RANO criteria. From 11/2012 to 4/2016, 182 pts were randomized, with 170 eligible, analyzable pts. 11 pts did not receive protocol treatment. Patient characteristics (age, KPS, re-resection rates) were balanced between arms. Median f/u for censored pts was 12.8 months (mos; min-max, 0.03–52.8). BEV+ReRT did not improve OS vs BEV alone, with median OS of 10.1 vs 9.7 mos, (HR=0.98, 95% CI=0.70–1.38, p=0.46). Median PFS for BEV+RT and BEV was 7.1 vs. 3.8 mos, respectively (HR=0.73, 95% CI=0.53–1.0, p=0.051). BEV+ReRT improved 6-mo PFS rate (PFS6): 54 vs. 29%, (HR=0.42, 95% CI=0.34–0.5, p=0.001). Overall, treatment was well tolerated: 5% acute and 0% delayed grade 3+ treatment-related AE. Most patients died from recurrent GBM. CONCLUSION: RTOG 1205 is the first, prospective, randomized multi-institutional study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of ReRT in recurrent GBM using modern RT techniques. Overall, ReRT was shown to be safe and well tolerated. BEV+ReRT did not demonstrate a benefit in OS but an improved PFS6, and clinically meaningful PFS improvement. Molecular correlates of response analyses are ongoing. Funded by U10CA180868, U10CA180822 from the National Cancer Institute.

scholarly journals P08.09 Axitinib for the treatment of patients with recurrent glioblastoma, final results from a randomized phase II clinical trial

2016 ◽  
Vol 18 (suppl_4) ◽  
pp. iv41-iv42
Author(s):  
J. Duerinck ◽  
S. Du Four ◽  
F. Bouttens ◽  
V. Verschaeve ◽  
C. Andre ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Phase Ii ◽  
Recurrent Glioblastoma ◽  
Phase Ii Clinical Trial ◽  
Randomized Phase Ii

Use of serum and tissue biomarker analysis embedded in a phase II clinical trial of cytarabine in castration-refractory prostate cancer to investigate prostate cancer biology.

2011 ◽  
Vol 29 (7_suppl) ◽  
pp. 59-59
Author(s):  
S. Niraula ◽  
U. Emmeneger ◽  
L. Adams ◽  
I. Tannock ◽  
S. S. Sridhar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Prostate Cancer ◽  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Phase Ii ◽  
Cancer Biology ◽  
Target Therapy ◽  
Phase Ii Clinical Trial ◽  
Mrna Levels ◽  
Cancer Genes ◽  
Biomarker Analysis ◽  
Grade 3

59 Background: Other than the androgen receptor, the TMPRSS2-ERG genomic aberrations in prostate cancer provide the first recent opportunity to target therapy in castration refractory prostate cancer (CRPC). We initiated a phase II clinical trial of cytarabine in docetaxel refractory CRPC on the basis of microarray, in vitro and case report evidence that cytarabine may be particularly effective in men harbouring abnormalities of the ERG oncogenes. Embedded in this clinical trial was the first use of blood mRNA levels of prostate cancer related genes as biomarkers of response and prognosis. Methods: Patients with docetaxel refractory progressive CRPC received intravenous cytarabine at doses between 1g/m2-0.25 g/m2 q3 weekly. Responses were defined according to PCWG2C. 10 patients were enrolled between June 2007 and January 2010. TMPRSS2:ERG, PSA and PCA3 mRNA copies in whole blood collected with PAXgene tubes at the beginning of each cycle and at trial termination were quantified using transcription-mediated amplification assays. The prototype TMPRSS2:ERG assay detects the gene fusion isoform TMPRSS2 exon1 to ERG exon4. Results: No patients demonstrated a serum PSA response (PCWG2C). The average number of cycles administered was 2.6. Significant toxicities including grade 3-4 thrombocytopenia (2) and grade 3-4 neutropenia (3). These toxicities necessitated several dose reductions in the protocol, however most patients were removed from trial for serum PSA progression alone. PCA3 and PSA mRNAs were detectable in 8/10 and 9/10 cases, respectively; there was no correlation between serum PSA and PCA3 or PSA mRNA copy levels in blood. Testing for TMPRSS2:ERG in blood was able to predict the presence or absence of the TMPRSS2-ERG rearrangement in 9/10 cases when compared to 3 colour FISH carried out on baseline biopsies/ prostatectomies (2/10 positive for Exon 4:Exon 1 deletion). Conclusions: Cytarabine administation is ineffective in docetaxel refractory CRPC. Blood mRNA levels of prostate cancer genes reveal novel aspects of prostate cancer biology and have implications for the understanding of circulating tumour cells. [Table: see text]

Encouraging activity of bicalutamide and everolimus in castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC): Early results from a phase II clinical trial.

2011 ◽  
Vol 29 (7_suppl) ◽  
pp. 157-157
Author(s):  
C. Pan ◽  
P. Ghosh ◽  
P. Lara ◽  
D. Robles ◽  
L. Beckett ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Disease Progression ◽  
Phase Ii ◽  
Progression Free Survival ◽  
Tumor Formation ◽  
Mtor Pathway ◽  
Phase Ii Clinical Trial ◽  
Castration Resistant Prostate Cancer ◽  
Early Results ◽  
Psa Response

157 Background: Multiple signaling pathways are involved in the development of CRPC. We previously showed that the mTOR pathway is activated in CRPC cell lines while inhibition of this pathway results in upregulation of androgen receptor (AR) signaling (Wang et al, Oncogene. 2008). Simultaneous blockade of the mTOR and AR pathways synergize in inducing PCa cell death and delaying tumor formation in mouse models. We hypothesize that simultaneous blockade of the AR and mTOR pathways in CRPC patients with bicalutamide and everolimus will result in improved efficacy compared to bicalutamide alone. Methods: A phase II clinical trial with a lead-in safety phase was designed to determine the efficacy and tolerability of the bicalutamide and everolimus combination in CRPC patients compared with bicalutamide alone. Patients must have histologically confirmed disease and demonstrated disease progression (either by PSA or radiographically) while on androgen deprivation therapy. At the lead-in phase, all patients receive both agents. At the phase II stage, patients are randomized to bicalutamide +/− everolimus. The primary endpoint is PSA response. The second endpoints include progression-free survival, time-to-treatment failure, overall survival and toxicity. Here, we report the results of the lead-in phase. Results: Eight patients were recruited at the lead-in phase. The bicalutamide/everolimus combination was well tolerated with no unexpected toxicities. Six of 8 patients have had PSA response after at least 8 weeks of therapy and the remaining two patients had stable PSA response. The median time to disease progression was 6.8 months. Nine patients have been recruited at the phase II stage so far. This clinical trial is being subcontracting to the other sites of the California Cancer Consortium. Tumor and blood specimens are being collected for molecular correlative studies of mTOR pathway markers. Conclusions: The rational combination of bicalutamide and everolimus appears to have promising anti-tumor activity and an acceptable toxicity profile. The randomized phase of the clinical trial is currently ongoing and will be reported. Supported by Novartis. [Table: see text]

Phase II study of PX-866 in recurrent glioblastoma.

2012 ◽  
Vol 30 (15_suppl) ◽  
pp. 2051-2051
Author(s):  
Marshall W. Pitz ◽  
Mary Valeria MacNeil ◽  
David R. Macdonald ◽  
Ankineedu Saranya Kakumanu ◽  
Brian Thiessen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Phase Ii ◽  
Phase Ii Study ◽  
Objective Response ◽  
Recurrent Glioblastoma ◽  
Pi3k Inhibitor ◽  
Stage I ◽  
Stage Ii ◽  
Response Data ◽  
Grade 3 ◽  
Recurrent Gbm

2051 Background: Glioblastoma (GBM) is the most aggressive malignancy of the central nervous system. The majority of GBM have genetic changes that increase the activity of the phosphatidylinositol-3-OH kinase (PI3K) signal transduction pathway, critical for cell motility, proliferation, and survival. We present the interim results of PX-866, an oral PI3K inhibitor, in patients (pts) with recurrent GBM. Methods: Pts with histologically confirmed GBM at first recurrence after treatment with chemoradiation and adjuvant temozolomide are given PX-866 8 mg daily on this single-arm phase II study. MRI and clinical exam are done every 8 weeks to determine treatment response. The trial has a 2-stage design with dual endpoints of objective response and early progression (within 8 weeks). In Stage I, 15 pts are evaluated and if 0 responses and 10 or more early progressions are seen, enrolment will stop. Otherwise, Stage II will enrol another 15 pts for efficacy analysis. Tumour tissue is collected for analysis of potential markers of PI3K inhibitory activity (PTEN, EGFRvIII, PIK3CA mutations). Results: Seventeen pts have been enroled to date: 14 evaluable for response and 15 for toxicity. Median age was 54 years (range 35-70), with 7 females and 10 males. No pts had received treatment for recurrent GBM, and median time between initial diagnosis and study enrolment was 300 days (range: 113-447 days). Pts have received a median of one 8-week cycle of PX-866 (range: 1-4). Twelve pts have discontinued therapy, 9 due to disease progression and 3 due to grade 3/4 liver enzyme abnormalities. Other adverse effects have included fatigue (10 pts/1 grade 3), diarrhea (6 pts/3 grade 3), nausea (7 pts/0 grade 3), vomiting (6 pts/0 grade 3), lymphopenia (14 pts/3 grade 3). Stage I response data are premature; it is not yet known if the trial will continue to Stage II. Archival tissue is available on all patients and is undergoing analysis. Conclusions: This is one of the first trials of a PI3K inhibitor in pts with recurrent GBM. PX-866 has been relatively well tolerated. Stage I response data are premature; while it is not yet known if the criteria will be met to continue to Stage II, prolonged SD has been observed in some pts. The correlative biomarker assays underway will be important to understand this observation.

scholarly journals Factors Associated with Good Patient Outcomes Following Convalescent Plasma in COVID-19: A Prospective Phase II Clinical Trial

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Danyal Ibrahim ◽  
Latha Dulipsingh ◽  
Lisa Zapatka ◽  
Reginald Eadie ◽  
Rebecca Crowell ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Length Of Stay ◽  
Hospital Mortality ◽  
Disease Progression ◽  
Phase Ii ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Phase Ii Clinical Trial ◽  
Hospital Length Of Stay ◽  
Severe Illness ◽  
Open Label

We conducted a prospective single-arm open-label phase II clinical trial assessing the safety and efficacy of convalescent plasma in hospitalized COVID-19 patients. Convalescent plasma with sufficient IgG titer (1:320) obtained from recovered donors was administered to adult patients with either severe or critical COVID-19 illness. Primary outcomes were adverse events in association with plasma administration, and hospital mortality. Secondary outcomes included disease progression, recovery, length of stay, and hospital discharge. Of the 38 patients included in the analysis, 24 (63%) recovered and were discharged, and 14 (37%) died. Patients who received convalescent plasma early in the disease course (severe illness group) as compared to the patients that received convalescent plasma later in disease progression (critical illness group) had significantly lower hospital mortality 13% vs 55% (p<0.02) and shorter mean hospital length of stay 15.4 vs 33 days (p<0.01). One patient experienced a transient transfusion reaction. No other adverse effects of convalescent plasma infusion were observed. Our results suggest that convalescent plasma is safe and has the potential for positive impact on clinical outcomes including recovery and survival if given to patients early in the course of COVID-19 disease.

Evaluation of glioblastoma tumor microenvironment after treatment with pembrolizumab.

2020 ◽  
Vol 38 (15_suppl) ◽  
pp. 2559-2559 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nazanin Majd ◽  
Heather Y. Lin ◽  
Ying Yuan ◽  
Kristin Alfaro-Munoz ◽  
Kathy Hunter ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
T Cells ◽  
Tumor Microenvironment ◽  
Proportional Hazards ◽  
Progression Free Survival ◽  
Cox Proportional Hazards ◽  
Recurrent Glioblastoma ◽  
T Cell Response ◽  
Rank Test ◽  
Recurrent Gbm

2559 Background: Neoadjuvant pembrolizumab improved outcome of patients with recurrent Glioblastoma (GBM) in two early phase clinical trials. However, several large phase II/III studies in patients with newly diagnosed and recurrent GBM failed to demonstrate a therapeutic benefit of anti-PD-1 therapy. Therefore, identification of biomarkers of response is crucial for appropriate patient selection and further clinical development of anti-PD-1 therapy. We reported the outcome of our window-of-opportunity clinical trial of neoadjuvant pembrolizumab in 15 patients with recurrent GBM, demonstrating rare CD8+ T cells and abundant of CD68+ macrophages in GBM tissue after 3 weeks of anti-PD-1 treatment (NCT02337686). In the current study, we compared tumor infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) and PD-L1 scores, known biomarkers of response to anti-PD-1 therapy in other cancers, in pre-trial vs. on-trial tumor tissue and associated these markers with survival. Methods: We determined TIL score (morphological assessment of the presence or absence of TILs, 0-3) and PD-L1 H score (defined as [1*1+ %]+[2*2+ %]+[3*3+ %], 0-200) and correlated these with survival. The Wilcoxon signed rank test was used to compare levels of PD-L1 H or TIL scores between pre-trial and on-trial specimens. The Cox proportional hazards models were used to assess associations between correlative markers and progression free survival or overall survival (OS). Results: The on-trial TIL level (median: 3) was significantly higher than the pre-trial TIL level (median: 1) (p = 0.031). However the difference between pre-trial and on-trial PD-L1 levels was not statistically significant (p > 0.9). Patients whose on-trial PD-L1 H score was ≥ 3 trended toward a longer OS than those with a PD-L1 H score < 3 (HR [95% CI] = 0.225 [0.043, 1.183]) (p = 0.0782). Conclusions: Although GBM tissue lacks abundant T cells, treatment with pembrolizumab increases trafficking of T cells to the tumor microenvironment, which is necessary but not sufficient to induce an effector T-cell response. Elevated PD-L1 expression may be a biomarker of response to anti-PD1 therapy in GBM, which needs confirmation in larger studies. Further genomic, transcriptomic, and methylation profiling of the pre-trial and on-trial tissues is ongoing. Clinical trial information: NCT02337686 .

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