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Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor

Cabozantinib + Pembrolizumab for Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer

Phase 2
Waitlist Available
Led By Josepoh Kim, MD
Research Sponsored by Joseph Kim
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Evidence of progression or intolerance to previous standard of care pancreatic cancer systemic or locoregional therapies
Diagnosis of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 1 year
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial will test if cabozantinib and pembrolizumab can treat pancreatic cancer that has spread.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults with metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma who've seen their cancer progress or didn't tolerate previous treatments. They must have good organ function and not have had recent radiation, other cancer therapies within the last 4 weeks, uncontrolled high blood pressure, trouble swallowing pills, serious heart disease, or be immunocompromised.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests cabozantinib and pembrolizumab in patients with advanced pancreatic cancer. It aims to see how well these drugs work together against this type of cancer after standard treatments haven't worked.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Possible side effects include fatigue, nausea, increased blood pressure from cabozantinib; immune-related reactions like skin rash or thyroid issues from pembrolizumab; as well as liver problems and diarrhea from both medications.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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My pancreatic cancer has worsened or I couldn't tolerate previous treatments.
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I have been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~1 year
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 1 year for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Progression-free survival
Secondary outcome measures
Change in overall response to therapy
Complete response
Overall participant survival rate
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Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Cabozantinib and pembrolizumabExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Cabozantinib
2020
Completed Phase 2
~1760
Pembrolizumab
2017
Completed Phase 2
~2010

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Joseph KimLead Sponsor
1 Previous Clinical Trials
15 Total Patients Enrolled
ExelixisIndustry Sponsor
117 Previous Clinical Trials
19,841 Total Patients Enrolled
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLCIndustry Sponsor
3,896 Previous Clinical Trials
5,062,697 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Cabozantinib (Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05052723 — Phase 2
Pancreatic Cancer Research Study Groups: Cabozantinib and pembrolizumab
Pancreatic Cancer Clinical Trial 2023: Cabozantinib Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05052723 — Phase 2
Cabozantinib (Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05052723 — Phase 2

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is the primary indication that doctors prescribe Cabozantinib for?

"Cabozantinib is frequently used to treat patients with unresectable melanoma. It can also help those with microsatellite instability high, a high risk of recurrence, and disease."

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Might I be eligible to enroll in this experiment?

"Eligible patients must have cancer of the pancreas, be between 18 and 99 years old, and have evidence of progression or intolerance to previous standard of care pancreatic cancer systemic or locoregional therapies. Additionally, all potential participants must have adequate organ function."

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Are we currently looking for volunteers for this research project?

"Yes, as of February 26th, 2022 this clinical trial is still looking for eligible patients. This research was initially posted on January 4th, and the most recent changes were made to the study's information on that date. So far, 1 location is set to enroll 21 individuals in total."

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Are there any other instances where Cabozantinib has been trialed as a treatment?

"As of now, there are 1108 clinical trials underway that involve Cabozantinib. Out of those active studies, 135 are in Phase 3. The largest amount of research for Cabozantinib is taking place in Houston, Texas; however, 43127 different locations are running studies concerning this treatment."

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Are people aged 45 or older welcome in this clinical trial?

"This trial includes patients that are over 18 and younger than 99."

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What is the total number of people who can participate in this clinical trial?

"Yes, the most recent update on clinicaltrials.gov indicates that this study is looking for 21 more participants. The trial was first posted on January 4th, 2022 and updated February 26th, 2022. Currently, 1 location is recruiting patients for the study."

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Are there any life-threatening risks associated with Cabozantinib?

"Since this is a Phase 2 trial, cabozantinib's safety has been supported to some degree but there is no data yet confirming its efficacy. Consequently, it received a score of 2."

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Who else is applying?

What state do they live in?
Idaho
How old are they?
18 - 65
What site did they apply to?
University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria

How responsive is this trial?

Typically responds via
Email
~4 spots leftby Dec 2024