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PD-1 Inhibitor
Pembrolizumab for Respiratory Papillomatosis
Phase 2
Waitlist Available
Led By Sara Pai, MD PhD
Research Sponsored by Massachusetts General Hospital
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
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Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to 3 years from study registration
Awards & highlights
Study Summary
This trial is testing if an immunotherapy drug can treat patients with recurrent respiratory papillomatosis, a disease that causes growths in the respiratory system.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for individuals aged 12 and older with Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis (RRP) affecting the larynx, trachea, or lungs. Participants must have had at least three surgeries in a year to remove laryngeal lesions and show adequate organ function. Women of childbearing age must use birth control, and men must agree to contraception during the study.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial is testing Pembrolizumab as a potential treatment for RRP. This immune modulatory agent aims to help those with significant disease in their airways by possibly reducing the growth of papillomas caused by HPV.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects of Pembrolizumab include reactions related to the immune system such as inflammation in various organs, fatigue, skin rashes, digestive issues like diarrhea or constipation, liver enzyme changes, and an increased risk of infections.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ up to 3 years from study registration
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~up to 3 years from study registration
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Number of Participants With Adverse Events Through CTCAE
Overall Response Rate Via Endoscopic Lesional Burden Score and/or RECIST
Secondary outcome measures
Assess Duration of Response
Side effects data
From 2024 Phase 2 trial • 57 Patients • NCT0300418321%
Fatigue
13%
Nausea
11%
Back pain
9%
Shortness of Breath
9%
Anemia
9%
Abdominal pain
9%
Diarrhea
7%
Pneumonia
7%
Kidney Injury and/or Infection
7%
Dyspnea
7%
Weight Loss
5%
Malnutrition, Hypercalcemia and Weakness
5%
Pneumothorax
5%
Intractable pain, back pain, hip pain
5%
Activated partial thromboplastin time prolonged
4%
Pleural effusion
4%
Atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response
2%
Thrombocytopenia
2%
Respiratory failure
2%
Skin rash
2%
colitis
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
Single Arm
Trial Design
1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: PembrolizumabExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Pembrolizumab 200 mg will be administered as a 30 minute IV infusion every 3 weeks. Treatment will be administered on Day 1 of each cycle after all procedures/assessments have been completed
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Pembrolizumab
2017
Completed Phase 2
~2010
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Massachusetts General HospitalLead Sponsor
2,929 Previous Clinical Trials
13,198,284 Total Patients Enrolled
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLCIndustry Sponsor
3,887 Previous Clinical Trials
5,054,973 Total Patients Enrolled
Sara Pai, MD PhDPrincipal InvestigatorMassachusetts General Hospital
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- You are allergic to pembrolizumab or any of the ingredients in it.I have mild to moderate nerve damage but can still join the study.I have recovered from any major surgery or significant injury for at least 28 days.I haven't had cancer treatment with a monoclonal antibody in the last 4 weeks or have recovered from its side effects.My blood counts are within normal ranges.I have an immune system disorder or have been on steroids or other immune-weakening drugs in the last week.I haven't been diagnosed with invasive squamous cell carcinoma in the last 2 years.I have not needed systemic treatment for an autoimmune disease in the last 2 years.I have an active tuberculosis infection.I have a history of or currently have non-infectious lung inflammation.I am currently being treated for an infection.I agree to use birth control or abstain from sex during and up to 120 days after the study.I have been diagnosed with HIV.I can provide a recent biopsy or an older one with approval.I am fully active or restricted in physically strenuous activity but can do light work.My recent tests show my organs are functioning well.My blood clotting time is normal or near normal, even if I'm on blood thinners.I am at least 12 years old.I haven't had cancer treatment in the last 2 weeks or still have side effects.I have been treated with drugs targeting PD-1, PD-L1, or PD-L2.My lesions are confirmed to be HPV-related by specific tests.I agree to use birth control during and for 4 months after the study.I have not received a live vaccine within the last 30 days.I have RRP with growths in my airways and needed 3+ surgeries last year.My blood clotting function is normal.My blood clotting time is normal or near normal, or controlled if I'm on blood thinners.My kidney function, measured by creatinine or GFR, is within the normal range.My cancer, from RRP, can't be treated with surgery, radiation, or chemo.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Pembrolizumab
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- 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
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
To what disorder is Pembrolizumab typically prescribed?
"Pembrolizumab can be prescribed to patients with malignant neoplasms and treat certain types of melanomas, microsatellite instability high diseases, as well as halt disease progression after chemotherapy."
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Are there any published reports of research utilizing Pembrolizumab?
"Initially investigated at City of Hope in 2010, pembrolizumab has been the subject of 251 completed studies and 961 active trials. Evanston, Illinois is a major hub for current research on this drug."
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What is the aggregate head count of participants in this investigation?
"Unfortunately, recruitment for this clinical trial has concluded. The first posting date was April 1st 2016 and the last update occured on October 30th 2022. For those seeking involvement in trials, there are 1220 studies currently recruiting patients with recurrent respiratory papillomatosis and 961 taking partipants who wish to use Pembrolizumab."
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Are individuals still able to join this clinical investigation?
"This clinical trial has already concluded its recruitment process. It was initially posted on April 1st 2016 and last updated October 30th 2022. Other studies are available for those dealing with recurrent respiratory papillomatosis, of which 1220 are actively recruiting, or Pembrolizumab where 961 trials need participants."
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Has the US Food and Drug Administration sanctioned Pembrolizumab?
"Pembrolizumab's safety was rated a 2 on our scale, signifying that even though there is some evidence of its safety, the medication has yet to be proven effective."
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