Scientists may have found an easy way to identify peritoneal mesothelioma, making it easier to detect and catch the cancer earlier. These researchers may have found a link between peritoneal mesothelioma and gastrointestinal stromal tumors. The research done in the division of surgical oncology at University of California San Diego[…]
Peritoneal Mesothelioma
Report Shows that Asbestos Ban Would Benefit Countries Around the World
Banning asbestos could soon be a reality after a study linked asbestos, a toxic naturally occurring mineral, to mesothelioma, lung cancer, and other cancers. The report linked asbestos with different asbestos related diseases in 70 countries. The report was published in May by Environmental Health Perspectives, which is supported by[…]
A Phase 1/2 Trial of TC-510 In Patients With Advanced Mesothelin-Expressing Cancer
Primary Outcome Measures Phase 1 – Establish the recommended Phase 2 dose (RP2D) according to dose-limiting toxicity (DLT) of defined adverse events. [ Time Frame: DLTs within 28 days post-treatment ] Phase 1 -The number and percent of patients in the DLT evaluable set who experienced DLTs from the first administration of study drug[…]
Intraperitoneal Paclitaxel for Patients With Primary Malignant Peritoneal Mesothelioma (INTERACT MESO)
Primary Outcome Measures The maximum tolerable dose (MTD) [ Time Frame: After two completed cycles of therapy (each cycle is 1 week) ] The primary endpoint of the study is to determine the maximum tolerable dose (MTD) of intraperitoneal (IP) paclitaxel monotherapy, for patients with malignant peritoneal mesothelioma (MPM) who are not eligible to[…]
Vudalimab for the Treatment of Mesothelioma
The MD Anderson Cancer Center is conducting a study on an immunotherapy drug that is specifically for rare, advanced tumors. Pleural and peritoneal mesothelioma are both included in the study. The clinical trial is looking for effectiveness and safety of vudalimab. The treatment, also known as XmAb20717, was created by[…]
A Phase II Clinical Trial to Evaluate Safety and Efficacy of XmAb20717 in Advanced Rare Cancers
Primary Objective Efficacy of XmAb20717 as defined by objective response (defined as a complete response [CR] or partial response [PR] on two consecutive occasions ≥4 weeks apart) as determined by an independent radiologist according to RECIST v1.1 (modified RECIST for pleural mesothelioma) Secondary Objective Objective response as determined by an[…]
Two Cytoreductive Surgeries Can Improve Survival for Peritoneal Mesothelioma Patients
If peritoneal mesothelioma patients undergo a second surgery after recurrence, they can improve their survival. Data from a retrospective review from Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center shows that cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) can be incredibly helpful for peritoneal disease sufferers. For some people, a second surgery has[…]
ERAS® Guidelines Validation of CRS With or Without HIPEC
Primary Outcome Measures Compliance of ERAS® guidelines [ Time Frame: 3 months ] Post-ERAS® implementation phase: compliance rate towards the relevant core items from ERAS guidelines Secondary Outcome Measures Acceptance and feasibility of ERAS® guidelines [ Time Frame: 3 months ] Pre-ERAS® phase (current clinical practice): current compliance rate towards the ERAS guidelines Inclusion Criteria Adults female and[…]
Assessment of Histologic Prognostic Factors in Peritoneal Malignant Mesothelioma
Primary Outcome Measures Assessment of pronostic impact of nuclear grade in comparison with combined grade in peritoneal malignant mesothelioma [ Time Frame: 3 months to 4 years ] Assessment by the review of pathologists Inclusion Criteria peritoneal malignant mesothelioma Exclusion Criteria opposition to reuse personnal data
LMB-100 and Ipilumab Combination Being Tested for Pleural and Peritoneal Mesothelioma
The National Cancer Institute just started a study to see if it could make immunotherapy more potent for treating mesothelioma. The study combines a manmade protein that kills cancer cells called LMB-100 and an immunotherapy drug called ipilumab. The problem with current immunotherapy treatments is they do not work well[…]
