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PD-L1 Inhibitor

Atezolizumab + Cabozantinib for Glioblastoma

Phase 1 & 2
Recruiting
Led By Shiao-Pei S Weathers
Research Sponsored by M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Have a performance status of >= 60 on the Karnofsky performance status (KPS)
Patients must be at least 12 weeks out from completion of concurrent chemoradiation
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to 3 years
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial is testing the safety and side effects of two drugs, atezolizumab and cabozantinib, in patients with recurrent glioblastoma. The drugs may help to shrink tumors by interfering with the ability of tumor cells to grow and spread.

Who is the study for?
Adults (18+) with recurrent glioblastoma previously treated with radiation and temozolomide, who have a Karnofsky performance status of >=60. Must not be pregnant or breastfeeding, agree to use contraception, and have adequate organ function as indicated by specific lab values. Cannot join if they've had certain other cancer treatments, serious medical conditions that interfere with the study, or known allergies to trial medications.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The safety and effectiveness of combining Atezolizumab (an immunotherapy drug) with Cabozantinib (a drug that blocks tumor growth enzymes) in shrinking tumors for patients whose glioblastoma has returned after treatment.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects include immune system reactions leading to inflammation in various organs, fatigue, liver issues reflected in blood tests, high blood pressure problems from Cabozantinib; plus typical chemotherapy-related side effects like nausea and low blood counts.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I am mostly able to care for myself but may need occasional help.
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It has been at least 12 weeks since I finished my combined chemotherapy and radiation treatment.
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I have been treated with radiation and temozolomide before.
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I am 18 years old or older.
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My kidney function is within the normal range or slightly above.
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My condition has returned for the first or second time.

Timeline

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

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Incidence of adverse events
Objective response rate
Progression-free survival (PFS)

Side effects data

From 2019 Phase 3 trial • 1225 Patients • NCT02008227
36%
Fatigue
35%
Alopecia
24%
Diarrhoea
23%
Nausea
23%
Decreased appetite
22%
Anaemia
20%
Asthenia
19%
Cough
19%
Dyspnoea
16%
Myalgia
15%
Neutropenia
14%
Constipation
14%
Oedema peripheral
12%
Pyrexia
11%
Neuropathy peripheral
11%
Vomiting
11%
Stomatitis
10%
Arthralgia
9%
Rash
9%
Neutrophil count decreased
8%
Dysgeusia
8%
Paraesthesia
8%
Headache
7%
Peripheral sensory neuropathy
7%
Pain in extremity
7%
Insomnia
7%
Mucosal inflammation
7%
Back pain
6%
Pneumonia
6%
Febrile neutropenia
6%
Abdominal pain
6%
Dry skin
6%
Lacrimation increased
6%
Dizziness
5%
Haemoptysis
5%
Weight decreased
5%
Malaise
5%
Urinary tract infection
5%
Nail disorder
4%
Productive cough
4%
Chest pain
4%
Nasopharyngitis
4%
Musculoskeletal pain
4%
Bronchitis
3%
Pruritus
3%
Upper respiratory tract infection
2%
Alanine aminotransferase increased
2%
Aspartate aminotransferase increased
2%
Influenza like illness
1%
Respiratory tract infection
1%
Musculoskeletal chest pain
1%
Lower respiratory tract infection
1%
Acute kidney injury
1%
Depression
1%
Lung infection
1%
Dehydration
1%
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
1%
Atrial fibrillation
1%
Syncope
1%
Pleural effusion
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
Docetaxel
Atezolizumab

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Treatment (atezolizumab, cabozantinib)Experimental Treatment2 Interventions
Patients receive atezolizumab IV over 30-60 minutes on day 1 and cabozantinib PO on days 1-28. Cycles repeat every 28 days in the absence of disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Atezolizumab
2017
Completed Phase 3
~5860
Cabozantinib
2020
Completed Phase 2
~1760

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Who is running the clinical trial?

M.D. Anderson Cancer CenterLead Sponsor
2,974 Previous Clinical Trials
1,789,468 Total Patients Enrolled
42 Trials studying Glioblastoma
1,963 Patients Enrolled for Glioblastoma
Shiao-Pei S WeathersPrincipal InvestigatorM.D. Anderson Cancer Center
4 Previous Clinical Trials
247 Total Patients Enrolled
3 Trials studying Glioblastoma
197 Patients Enrolled for Glioblastoma

Media Library

Atezolizumab (PD-L1 Inhibitor) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05039281 — Phase 1 & 2
Glioblastoma Research Study Groups: Treatment (atezolizumab, cabozantinib)
Glioblastoma Clinical Trial 2023: Atezolizumab Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05039281 — Phase 1 & 2
Atezolizumab (PD-L1 Inhibitor) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05039281 — Phase 1 & 2

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What are the primary functions of Atezolizumab?

"Atezolizumab is not only useful for small cell lung cancer patients, it can also help treat those who have previously been treated with anti-vegf medication as well as high risk patients with malignant neoplasms."

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Are patients being actively sought for this research project?

"This study, which is currently recruiting participants, was first posted on clinicaltrials.gov on 9/23/2022 and was last edited on the same date."

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How many study participants are receiving treatment?

"That is correct. The clinicaltrials.gov website has information suggesting that this study is still looking for participants. This research was originally posted on September 23rd, 2020 and the listing was edited on the same date. There are 1 locations where researchers are 6 patients total."

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~3 spots leftby Dec 2025