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Monoclonal Antibodies

Niraparib + Dostarlimab for Recurrent Cervical Cancer (STAR Trial)

New Orleans, LA
Phase 2
Recruiting
Led By Debra Richardson, MD
Research Sponsored by University of Oklahoma
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Patient has archival tumor tissue available or a fresh biopsy of recurrent or persistent tumor must be obtained prior to study treatment initiation
Patient is able to take oral medications
Must not have
Serious, uncontrolled medical disorder, nonmalignant systemic disease, or active, uncontrolled infection
Major surgery ≤ 3 weeks prior to initiating protocol therapy and participant must have recovered from any surgical effects
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to 5 years
Awards & highlights
No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial is testing the safety of a new cancer treatment combination and its effects on patients with cervix cancer.

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Who is the study for?
This trial is for women aged 18+ with recurrent or progressive cervical cancer who have had at least one systemic treatment (excluding chemo with radiation). They must have measurable lesions, stable corticosteroid doses if applicable, good organ function, and an ECOG status of 0-1. Exclusions include active CNS metastases, recent transfusions, certain blood disorders, HIV/Hepatitis B/C infections, recent investigational drug use or major surgery.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests the safety and effects of combining Niraparib and dostarlimab in treating cervical cancer that has come back or worsened. Participants will receive both drugs to determine how well they work together against this type of cancer.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects may include fatigue, nausea, digestive issues from Niraparib; immune-related reactions like skin rash or thyroid problems from dostarlimab. Side effects can vary widely among individuals.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I can provide samples of my tumor for the study.
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I can take pills by mouth.
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My cervical cancer has come back or gotten worse.
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I have had at least one treatment that went through my whole body.
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I am a woman and I am 18 years old or older.
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I am fully active or can carry out light work.
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Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:
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I do not have any serious illnesses or infections that are not under control.
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I had major surgery less than 3 weeks ago but have recovered from it.
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I haven't had certain cancer treatments or radiation affecting a lot of bone marrow recently.
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I have a history of lung scarring or fibrosis.
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I have been treated with drugs targeting PD-1, PD-L1, or PD-L2.
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I have been diagnosed with HIV.
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I have not received any colony stimulating factors in the last 4 weeks.
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I have a history of MDS or AML.
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I have active hepatitis B or C.
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I am allergic to niraparib or Dostarlimab or their ingredients.
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I have been treated with a PARP inhibitor before.
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Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~up to 5 years
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and up to 5 years for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary study objectives
Proportion of patients with response to treatment
Secondary study objectives
Duration of patients with response
Number of patients who experience toxicity
Overall survival
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Side effects data

From 2022 Phase 2 trial • 37 Patients • NCT03207347
74%
Fatigue
52%
Nausea
39%
Constipation
39%
Anorexia
30%
Anemia
30%
Alkaline phosphatase increased
26%
Weight loss
22%
Insomnia
22%
Abdominal pain
22%
Dizziness
22%
Dyspnea
17%
Headache
17%
Mucositis oral
17%
Platelet count decreased
17%
Creatinine increased
13%
Aspartate aminotransferase increased
13%
Rash maculo-papular
13%
Vomiting
13%
Sinus tachycardia
9%
Dry mouth
9%
Urinary tract infection
9%
Hypertension
9%
Cough
9%
Blood bilirubin increased
9%
Dehydration
9%
Non-cardiac chest pain
9%
Alanine aminotransferase increased
9%
Anxiety
9%
Back pain
4%
Hoarseness
4%
Hot flashes
4%
Hyponatremia
4%
Edema limbs
4%
Bruising
4%
Esophageal ulcer
4%
Depression
4%
Diarrhea
4%
Hyperglycemia
4%
Hypotension
4%
Hypokalemia
4%
Hyperkalemia
4%
Head injury
4%
Itchy eyes
4%
Flu like symptoms
4%
Oral petechia
4%
Leukocytosis
4%
Postnasal drip
4%
Neutrophil count decreased
4%
Peripheral sensory neuropathy
4%
Tremor
4%
Skin tear
4%
Upper respiratory infection
4%
White blood cell decreased
4%
Lung infection
4%
Bloating
4%
Unknown infection
4%
Hematuria
4%
Ascites
4%
Sinus pain
4%
Sore throat
4%
Syncope
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
Cohort A
Cohort B

Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group
All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Niraparib + dostarlimabExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Niraparib
2018
Completed Phase 4
~2630

Find a Location

Closest Location:Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center· Indianapolis, IN· 168 miles

Who is running the clinical trial?

University of OklahomaLead Sponsor
481 Previous Clinical Trials
95,458 Total Patients Enrolled
Tesaro, Inc.Industry Sponsor
56 Previous Clinical Trials
10,496 Total Patients Enrolled
Debra Richardson, MDPrincipal InvestigatorStephenson Cancer Center
1 Previous Clinical Trials
50 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Dostarlimab (Monoclonal Antibodies) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04068753 — Phase 2
Cervical Cancer Research Study Groups: Niraparib + dostarlimab
Cervical Cancer Clinical Trial 2023: Dostarlimab Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04068753 — Phase 2
Dostarlimab (Monoclonal Antibodies) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04068753 — Phase 2
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