Gemcitabine + Cisplatin for Bladder Cancer
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications. However, you cannot take other investigational drugs or be on another clinical trial that might affect the study's main outcome.
What data supports the effectiveness of the drug combination Gemcitabine and Cisplatin for bladder cancer?
Research shows that the combination of Gemcitabine and Cisplatin is effective for treating bladder cancer, with a better balance of effectiveness and side effects compared to older treatments. It is considered the standard care for advanced bladder cancer, offering a survival advantage and being less toxic than some other chemotherapy options.12345
What safety data exists for the combination of Gemcitabine and Cisplatin in treating bladder cancer?
Gemcitabine and Cisplatin have been used together for bladder cancer treatment, but they can cause side effects. Cisplatin may lead to nausea, vomiting, kidney problems, and blood cell issues, while Gemcitabine is generally well-tolerated but can also cause similar side effects. It's important to manage these side effects to avoid treatment delays.678910
How does the drug Gemcitabine + Cisplatin differ from other treatments for bladder cancer?
Gemcitabine combined with Cisplatin is favored over the older MVAC regimen for advanced bladder cancer due to its better safety profile, with fewer severe side effects like mouth sores and infections. This combination is now considered a standard treatment because it offers similar effectiveness with improved tolerability, especially important for elderly patients who may not tolerate more toxic treatments.123711
What is the purpose of this trial?
The purpose of this study is to see if getting chemotherapy with Gemcitabine and Cisplatin for four 21 day cycles for a total of 12 weeks can help shrink the tumor before undergoing surgery for kidney cancer.
Research Team
Jonathan Coleman, MD
Principal Investigator
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for adults with high-grade upper tract transitional cell carcinoma who are fit for kidney surgery. They must have certain blood and organ function levels, not be pregnant or breastfeeding, use effective contraception, and have no recent major heart issues or surgeries. Prior systemic chemotherapy disqualifies them.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy
Participants receive Gemcitabine and Cisplatin for four 21-day cycles to shrink the tumor before surgery
Surgery
Participants undergo radical nephroureterectomy or distal ureterectomy
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety, effectiveness, and disease progression after treatment
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Cisplatin
- Gemcitabine
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Lead Sponsor
Hartford Hospital
Collaborator
Mayo Clinic
Collaborator