Novel Anti-Cancer Agents for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
(HUDSON Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests new treatments for individuals with non-small cell lung cancer that has spread and continues to grow despite previous treatment. It evaluates the effectiveness, safety, and tolerability of different drug combinations. Participants will receive various combinations of medications, including durvalumab (an immunotherapy drug), tailored to their specific cancer traits. This trial may suit those whose lung cancer has worsened after certain prior therapies and who have a measurable tumor. As a Phase 2 trial, it measures the treatment's effectiveness in an initial, smaller group, providing early access to potentially effective therapies.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial requires that you stop any current chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologic, or hormonal therapy for cancer treatment. However, you can continue treatment with bisphosphonates or RANKL inhibitors for bone metastases.
Is there any evidence suggesting that this trial's treatments are likely to be safe?
A previous study found durvalumab to be safe and tolerable for patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Used alone, it led to lasting positive responses with manageable side effects. Research has shown that olaparib can extend the time patients live without their disease worsening, with generally manageable side effects.
Research on combining danvatirsen with durvalumab showed it was well tolerated, with no new safety issues. Ceralasertib, when used with durvalumab, has shown promising safety results, and some studies suggest it enhances treatment effectiveness in NSCLC.
Cediranib, a drug that blocks certain enzymes to stop cancer growth, has been well tolerated when combined with other treatments in NSCLC, showing promising results. Oleclumab, when combined with durvalumab, showed limited overall activity but was generally well tolerated in early studies.
Trastuzumab deruxtecan, used for HER2-mutant NSCLC, has been associated with common side effects like a decrease in white blood cell count, but it has shown lasting anticancer effects. Lastly, vistusertib, a drug that blocks certain proteins to prevent cancer growth, has been studied for lung cancer and showed a promising safety profile when used with other treatments.
This trial is in Phase 2, focusing on how well the treatment works while monitoring safety. This phase indicates that earlier safety tests were positive enough to proceed with further testing.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial's treatments?
Researchers are excited about these treatments for non-small cell lung cancer because they target specific genetic mutations and molecular pathways, offering a more personalized approach than traditional chemotherapy. For example, durvalumab, an immunotherapy drug, is combined with various agents like olaparib, which blocks a DNA repair enzyme called PARP, and trastuzumab deruxtecan, which targets HER2 mutations. Additionally, oleclumab targets CD73 to enhance immune response, and ceralasertib, an ATR inhibitor, disrupts cancer cell repair mechanisms. These targeted therapies aim to improve outcomes for patients with specific genetic profiles, making them a promising alternative to the standard treatment options.
What evidence suggests that this trial's treatments could be effective for non-small cell lung cancer?
This trial studies various treatment combinations for their potential to aid patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who have not responded to previous therapies. Participants in different trial arms will receive specific combinations of investigational treatments.
One arm tests the combination of durvalumab with olaparib, which has shown promise in reducing the risk of disease progression or death in certain cancers. Another arm evaluates durvalumab with danvatirsen, as research suggests this combination may double response rates compared to durvalumab alone. The combination of durvalumab and ceralasertib is also under examination, as it may enhance effectiveness in NSCLC.
Additionally, the trial includes an arm studying trastuzumab deruxtecan with durvalumab, which has demonstrated antitumor activity in HER2-altered NSCLC. Durvalumab with vistusertib is another combination under investigation, having shown positive outcomes in advanced NSCLC. Lastly, the combination of durvalumab and oleclumab is being evaluated for its potential to improve clinical outcomes in some lung cancers.678910Who Is on the Research Team?
John Heymach, M.D, Ph.D
Principal Investigator
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults with advanced NSCLC who've had disease progression after anti-PD-1/PD-L1 therapy and platinum-doublet chemotherapy. They should be in good physical condition, not pregnant or breastfeeding, willing to use birth control, and have no severe allergies to study drugs or history of certain immune disorders.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive various combinations of durvalumab and other agents such as AZD6738, olaparib, and others, in a modular design to assess efficacy, safety, and tolerability.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, including assessments of tumour size, duration of response, and adverse events.
Long-term follow-up
Participants are monitored for overall survival and long-term safety outcomes.
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- AZD6738
- AZD9150
- Cediranib
- Durvalumab
- Olaparib
- Oleclumab
- Trastuzumab Deruxtecan
- Vistusertib
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
AstraZeneca
Lead Sponsor
Sir Pascal Soriot
AstraZeneca
Chief Executive Officer since 2012
Veterinary Medicine from École nationale vétérinaire d'Alfort, MBA from HEC Paris
Dr. Cristian Massacesi
AstraZeneca
Chief Medical Officer since 2021
MD from Marche Polytechnic University, Oncology training at Royal Marsden Hospital, Kaplan Comprehensive Cancer Center, and European Institute of Oncology
Pascal Soriot
AstraZeneca
Chief Executive Officer since 2012
Veterinary Medicine from École nationale vétérinaire d'Alfort, MBA from HEC Paris
Cristian Massacesi
AstraZeneca
Chief Medical Officer since 2021
MD from Marche Polytechnic University, Medical Oncology training at Royal Marsden Hospital, Kaplan Comprehensive Cancer Center, and European Institute of Oncology