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Radiation Therapy

Hypo-fractionated vs Standard IMRT with Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Phase 2
Recruiting
Led By Krishna Reddy, MD, PhD
Research Sponsored by University of Kansas Medical Center
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Males and females age ≥ 18 years
Pathologically proven diagnosis of Stage IIIA or IIIB non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up from enrollment for up to 7.5 years
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Study Summary

This trial is testing whether a new radiation treatment plan, combined with two cancer drugs and an immunotherapy drug, can help improve cancer control in the body compared to the standard radiation treatment plan.

Who is the study for?
Adults diagnosed with Stage IIIA or IIIB non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who have no brain metastases, negative PET/CT for distant metastasis, and adequate organ function. Women must not be pregnant and agree to contraception. Excluded are those with severe diseases, other treatments, infections, prior thoracic radiotherapy or certain psychiatric/social situations.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial is testing if a shorter course of high-dose radiation therapy (hypo-fractionated IMRT) combined with chemotherapy and immunotherapy improves local control of lung cancer compared to the standard longer course (standard-fractionated IMRT), followed by maintenance durvalumab.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Possible side effects include reactions related to radiation such as skin irritation and fatigue; chemotherapy-related issues like nausea, hair loss; immunotherapy may cause immune system-related inflammation affecting various organs.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I am 18 years old or older.
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My lung cancer is at stage IIIA or IIIB.
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I am able to care for myself and perform daily activities.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~from enrollment for up to 7.5 years
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and from enrollment for up to 7.5 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
Locoregional control (LRC)
Secondary outcome measures
Acute toxicities
Late toxicities
Measuring the Impact of Treatment on the Quality of life (QOL)
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Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Hypo-FractionationExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants will receive one fraction of radiation therapy a day for 5 days each week for 5 weeks along with weekly chemotherapy with Paclitaxel 45 milligram per meter squared (mg/m2) through intravenous (IV)infusion for 1 hour followed by Carboplatin area under the curve (AUC) 2 IV for 30 minutes for approximately 5 or 6 weeks. Once complete, participant will receive Durvalumab, 1500 mg, IV every 4 weeks for 12 months.
Group II: Standard-FractionationActive Control1 Intervention
Participants will receive one fraction of radiation therapy a day for 5 days each week for 6 weeks along with weekly chemotherapy with Paclitaxel 45 milligram per meter squared (mg/m2) through intravenous (IV)infusion for 1 hour followed by Carboplatin AUC 2 IV for 30 minutes for approximately 5 or 6 weeks. Once complete, participant will receive Durvalumab, 1500 mg, IV every 4 weeks for 12 months.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

University of Kansas Medical CenterLead Sponsor
462 Previous Clinical Trials
169,157 Total Patients Enrolled
Krishna Reddy, MD, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorUniversity of Kansas Medical Center

Media Library

Hypo-Fractionation (Radiation Therapy) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04992780 — Phase 2
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Research Study Groups: Hypo-Fractionation, Standard-Fractionation
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Clinical Trial 2023: Hypo-Fractionation Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04992780 — Phase 2
Hypo-Fractionation (Radiation Therapy) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04992780 — Phase 2

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Is Hypo-Fractionation a safe treatment option for patients?

"While Phase 2 trials offer less safety data than later stage trials, our team believes that Hypo-Fractionation is safe enough to receive a 2."

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In how many different geographical areas is this trial taking place?

"There are six recruiting patients for this study: KUCC MCA- TUKHS, Saint Francis Hospital in Topeka, The University of Kansas Cancer Center, Lee's Summit Clinic in Lee's Summit. Other locations include The University of Kansas Cancer Center, Westwood Campus in North Kansas City and 6 other locations."

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Can people with the required medical history participate in this research?

"This particular trial, which was last updated on November 23rd 2021, is no longer actively recruiting patients. However, there are 1957 other trials that are still open to enrolment."

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~20 spots leftby Oct 2025