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Acalabrutinib + R-CHOP for Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Study Summary
This trial is testing a new cancer treatment combining a new drug with standard chemotherapy, to see if it improves remission rates in patients with a certain type of lymphoma.
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- You have had severe allergic reactions to the study drugs (acalabrutinib and specific components of R-CHOP), including the active ingredients or other substances in them.My diagnosis is Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL) as per WHO standards.My platelet count is below 50, but I can join if my low count is due to lymphoma in my bone marrow.I have a tumor that can be measured on scans, larger than 1.5 cm if in a lymph node or 1.0 cm if elsewhere.I have uncontrolled AIHA or ITP.I do not have a history of bleeding disorders like hemophilia.I have trouble swallowing pills or have a condition that affects how my body absorbs medication.I am taking or need to take medication for stomach acid, like omeprazole.I do not have HIV or any serious infections.I have not had major surgery in the last 4 weeks or have fully recovered if I did.I have MCL and may have had limited prior treatments but no full treatment courses.I am 18 or older and eligible for R-CHOP and stem cell transplant treatment.I am using or willing to use effective birth control during and after treatment.I do not have active hepatitis B or C according to recent tests.I do not have serious heart problems or recent heart attacks.I am taking warfarin or similar blood thinners.I have not had a live virus vaccine in the last 28 days.My white blood cell count is low, but I may still qualify if my lymphoma affects my bone marrow.I can take care of myself and am up and about more than half of my waking hours.I need treatment with a strong medication that affects liver enzymes.I have not had a stroke or brain bleed in the last 6 months.My cancer has spread to my brain.I have no active cancer except for certain skin cancers, in situ cervical cancer, or any cancer I've been free from for 2+ years.I have been treated with specific inhibitors for my condition before.
- Group 1: Acalabrutinib with R-CHOP chemotherapy
- 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
What preceding investigations have been conducted with R-CHOP chemotherapy?
"Initially researched at the National Institutes of Health Clinical Center, R-CHOP chemotherapy has grown to encompass 2442 completed trials. Currently 1482 active studies are recruiting participants, many located in Halifax, Nova Scotia."
What condition is R-CHOP chemotherapy most frequently prescribed for?
"R-CHOP chemotherapy is a common treatment for lung cancers and it has been known to treat other health concerns such as small cell lung cancer (SCLC), thyroiditis, and polyangium."
How many participants have enrolled in this clinical experiment thus far?
"This trial necessitates 54 eligible patients to complete the course of treatment. People can partake in this clinical study from diverse locations, including QEII Health Sciences Centre in Halifax and Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Québec in Quebec City."
Are there any opportunities for participation in this research trial presently available?
"Affirmative. According to information hosted on clinicaltrials.gov, this scientific research is currently seeking participants for enrollment. It was initially posted online on March 1st 2021 and updated lastly on the 17th of March 2022. 54 volunteers need to be recruited from 4 distinct sites."
Has the FDA sanctioned R-CHOP chemotherapy for use?
"With Phase 2 data indicating the safety of R-CHOP chemotherapy, our team at Power assigned a score of two to this particular treatment. While there is evidence for its security, no research has been conducted yet that affirms its efficacy."
What is the scope of this medical trial in terms of participating healthcare centers?
"This medical trial is currently recruiting individuals from 4 different sites, which include Halifax, Quebec City and Toronto as well as other unspecified cities. To reduce travel expenses for participants, it may be most beneficial to choose the closest site to you when enrolling in this study."
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