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Nilotinib + Paclitaxel for Rare Cancers
Study Summary
This trial is testing if nilotinib and paclitaxel will help people with rare cancers. People with rare, advanced cancer that has progressed after receiving standard treatment, or for which no effective therapy exists, may be eligible. The drugs are given in 28-day cycles. Nilotinib is a capsule taken by mouth twice a day. Paclitaxel will be given intravenously by peripheral line or central line once a week for the first 3 weeks of each cycle.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowTimeline
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Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Trial Design
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- My cancer is a type of penile cancer known as squamous cell carcinoma.I have never had bleeding in my brain or spinal cord.I have a tumor in my salivary gland.I have peritoneal mesothelioma.My organ and bone marrow functions are normal.My cancer is a type of squamous cell in the urinary or genital area.My cancer has not spread to specific parts of my brain.You are currently taking part in another research study.I haven't had brain surgery or a brain biopsy in the last 28 days.My kidney function, measured by creatinine or clearance, is within the required range.I finished my major cancer treatments at least 3 weeks ago and have recovered from the side effects.I have gallbladder cancer.You have had an allergic reaction to drugs similar to the ones being used in the study.I haven't had any cancer treatment since my tumor sample was taken.I have been diagnosed with Merkel cell carcinoma.I have been diagnosed with a malignant giant cell tumor.My kidney function, measured by creatinine or clearance, is within the required range.You have enough white blood cells called neutrophils.My cancer is a type of transitional cell carcinoma, but not from the kidney, bladder, or related areas.My cancer is a rare type not commonly categorized.I have basal cell carcinoma.My cancer is in the bile ducts outside the liver.My rare solid tumor has grown despite treatment, or there are no standard treatments for it.My tumor type is on the rare tumor eligibility list.I have fibromixoma or low-grade mucinous adenocarcinoma of the appendix or ovary.My lung cancer is of the sarcomatoid type.I am HIV positive, on treatment, and my viral load is undetectable.I have been diagnosed with uterine leiomyosarcoma.I have been diagnosed with endometrial carcinosarcoma.I have an adrenal cortical tumor.My cancer is a type of adenocarcinoma in the urinary system, not including prostate cancer.It's been over 4 weeks since my last brain radiation and 2 weeks since I stopped taking corticosteroids.My condition is either apocrine tumors or Extramammary Paget's Disease.I have brain involvement with my cancer but no symptoms, and meet specific health criteria.My cancer can be measured or seen outside the brain and spinal cord.I haven't had any brain radiation in the last 28 days.I agree to use effective birth control during and for 3 months after the study.I do not have any serious illnesses that are not being treated.My cancer originates from the salivary glands and could be in areas like the head, neck, lung, or breast.Your liver function test results are within the normal range, or slightly elevated if you have liver metastases.I have been diagnosed with a malignant pheochromocytoma.Your bilirubin level cannot be more than 1.5 times the highest normal value for the lab where you are being treated.My brain scans improved after CNS therapy with no worsening before this study's screening.You must have a disease that can be measured and evaluated by doctors.I have brain metastases but no symptoms after treatment.I am not pregnant or breastfeeding.My ovarian cancer is of the clear cell type.I have been diagnosed with angiosarcoma.I have been diagnosed with a PEComa.I have been diagnosed with thymic carcinoma.I have been diagnosed with sarcoma in my bones or soft tissues.I have been diagnosed with esthesioneuroblastoma.My cervical cancer is the clear cell type.I have a trophoblastic tumor.I have a tumor related to my nerve sheath or NF1.I have lymphoma.My pancreatic cancer is a rare type, like acinar, mucinous, or serous.I am not on dexamethasone for brain disease but can be on stable anticonvulsants.My prostate cancer has changed into a more aggressive type known as small-cell.I have a cancer that started in my tooth or jaw area.I have a specific type of lung cancer known as bronchoalveolar carcinoma.My cancer is a specific type called spindle cell carcinoma located in my kidney, pelvis, or ureter.My cancer is a type of neuroendocrine tumor found in the lung.My cancer originates from the pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid gland, or adrenal cortex.My cancer is located in the nasal area or sinuses.I have been diagnosed with paraganglioma.I have been diagnosed with chordoma.I have a desmoid tumor.I have been diagnosed with adenoid cystic carcinoma.My breast cancer is metaplastic.My cancer is a type called clear cell endometrial.My cancer is a high-grade neuroendocrine carcinoma.I have been diagnosed with gestational trophoblastic disease.My condition is small cell carcinoma of the ovary, hypercalcemic type.My kidney cancer is of the papillary type.My heart's electrical activity (QTcF interval) is normal and I don't have congenital long QT syndrome.I have moderate to severe numbness, tingling, or muscle weakness.I can take care of myself but might not be able to do heavy physical work.You have enough platelets in your blood, at least 100,000 per microliter.My rare solid tumor cancer has not responded to standard treatments.My cancer is a type that started in the digestive system and is not well-defined.My cancer is a type of adenocarcinoma located in the small intestine.My cancer is a type of squamous cell carcinoma located in the digestive system.I have cancer in the bile ducts inside my liver.My ovarian cancer is not of the epithelial type.My cancer originates from testicular cells or germ cells outside the gonads.I have a pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor.I have been diagnosed with a gastrointestinal stromal tumor.I have been diagnosed with anal cancer.I have been diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma.I do not have brain cancer or symptoms from cancer spread to my brain.I am 18 years old or older.I have been diagnosed with vulvar cancer.My cancer's origin is unknown.
- Group 1: 1
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is participation in this experiment open to the public?
"To take part in this medical research, 34 individuals must meet the criteria of having a cancer diagnosis and being between 18 to 120 years old."
What is the current enrollment capacity for this trial?
"Affirmative. According to clinicaltrials.gov, this experiment is still open for enrollment which began on August 24th 2020 and was last modified on the 5th of August 2022. The study requires 34 volunteers from a single site to be recruited in order to continue its investigation."
Is there an age restriction for participants of this research?
"This trial seeks participants aged between 18 and 120. In contrast, 325 separate trials are available for minors while 3038 clinical studies are offered to patients that have surpassed the age of 65."
Are there any adverse effects to Paclitaxel treatment?
"Paclitaxel was assigned a score of 2, as Phase II trials have only provided preliminary evidence on the drug's safety. No data exists yet that supports its efficacy."
What prior research has been conducted relating to Paclitaxel?
"At this moment, 865 clinical studies are researching Paclitaxel. Of these active trials, 233 have advanced to Phase 3 of their investigation. Most research for this treatment is conducted in Adelaide, South Australia; however there are over 47 thousand locations worldwide running experiments with the drug."
Is enrollment for this research study still open?
"Affirmative. The clinical trials website confirms that the recruitment for this medical study, which was initially posted on August 24th 2020, is ongoing. A total of 34 participants are required from a single location."
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