Nivolumab + Ipilimumab with Surgery for Glioblastoma
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial protocol does not specify if you must stop taking your current medications. However, there are specific time periods required between certain prior treatments and registration, such as 4 weeks from cytotoxic therapy and 5 half-lives from any investigational agent. It's best to discuss your current medications with the trial team to ensure they don't interfere with the study.
What data supports the effectiveness of the drug combination of Nivolumab and Ipilimumab with surgery for glioblastoma?
Research shows that Nivolumab, when given before and after surgery, can change the immune environment in glioblastoma tumors, potentially helping the body's immune system fight the cancer. Additionally, Ipilimumab has shown promise in treating other cancers like melanoma, suggesting it might also help in glioblastoma.12345
Is the combination of Nivolumab and Ipilimumab safe for humans?
Nivolumab and Ipilimumab have been studied for safety in patients with glioblastoma, showing some immune-related side effects like liver injury, which can be serious but are rare. These treatments have been used in various cancers, and while they can cause inflammatory side effects, they are generally considered safe when monitored properly.36789
How does the treatment of Nivolumab + Ipilimumab with Surgery for Glioblastoma differ from other treatments?
This treatment is unique because it combines surgery with two immune checkpoint inhibitors, Nivolumab and Ipilimumab, which work by enhancing the body's immune response against cancer cells. Unlike standard treatments that primarily involve surgery followed by chemotherapy and radiation, this approach aims to modify the tumor's immune environment, potentially offering a novel way to improve outcomes in glioblastoma.12346
What is the purpose of this trial?
This research trial is studying the safety and effectiveness of nivolumab in combination with ipilimumab and surgery when used in the treatment of recurrent glioblastoma.The names of the study drugs involved in this study are:* Nivolumab* Ipilimumab* Placebo (IV solution with no medicine)* Zr-89 Crefmirlimab berdoxam (optional sub-study)
Research Team
Patrick Y Wen, MD
Principal Investigator
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Eligibility Criteria
Adults (18+) with Grade IV IDH wildtype glioblastoma at first or second relapse, who are undergoing clinically indicated surgery. Participants must have a Karnofsky performance status ≥ 70, sufficient tissue from prior surgery for analysis, and no active infections or additional malignancies. They should not have received certain treatments like bevacizumab or systemic immunosuppressives recently and must agree to use effective contraception.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Pre-Surgery Treatment
Participants receive one dose of study drugs (nivolumab plus ipilimumab or placebo) 14(±5) days before surgery
Surgery
Participants undergo surgery for tumor removal
Post-Surgery Treatment
Participants receive nivolumab in combination with ipilimumab every 3 weeks for 9 weeks, followed by nivolumab alone every 4 weeks
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Ipilimumab
- Nivolumab
- Surgery
Ipilimumab is already approved in United States, European Union for the following indications:
- Advanced melanoma
- Stage III unresectable melanoma
- Stage IV metastatic melanoma
- Advanced melanoma
- Stage III unresectable melanoma
- Stage IV metastatic melanoma
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Patrick Wen, MD
Lead Sponsor
Patrick Y. Wen, MD
Lead Sponsor
Bristol-Myers Squibb
Industry Sponsor
Christopher Boerner
Bristol-Myers Squibb
Chief Executive Officer since 2023
PhD in Business Administration from the Haas School of Business, University of California, Berkeley; BA in Economics and History from Washington University in St. Louis
Deepak L. Bhatt
Bristol-Myers Squibb
Chief Medical Officer since 2024
MD from Yale University; MSc in Clinical Epidemiology from the University of Pennsylvania