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Small Bowel Cancer Clinical Trial in Anchorage, AK

Access cutting-edge small bowel cancer treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Anchorage. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by SWOG Cancer Research Network

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All study-related small bowel cancer treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Anchorage

    Convenient for AK residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Anchorage site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Small Bowel Cancer Study in Anchorage

This phase II trial studies how well ramucirumab and paclitaxel or the FOLFIRI regimen (leucovorin calcium, fluorouracil, and irinotecan hydrochloride) work in treating patients with small bowel cancers that have spread extensively to other anatomic sites (advanced) or are no longer responding to treatment (refractory). Ramucirumab is a monoclonal antibody that attaches to and inhibits a molecule called VEGFR-2. This may restrain new blood vessel formation therefore reducing nutrient supply to t

Sponsor: SWOG Cancer Research Network

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Patients must have histologically or cytologically confirmed small bowel adenocarcinoma. Ampullary adenocarcinomas are not eligible. Patients must have metastatic disease or locally advanced unresectable disease
Brain metastases are allowed if they have been adequately treated with radiotherapy or surgery and stable for at least 30 days prior to registration. Patients must be neurologically asymptomatic and without corticosteroid treatment for at least 7 days prior to registration
Patients must have measurable or non-measurable disease. All scans needed for assessment of measurable disease must be performed within 28 days prior to registration. Non-measurable disease must be assessed within 42 days prior to registration. All disease must be assessed and documented on the Baseline Tumor Assessment Form
Patients must have progressed on prior therapy with a fluoropyrimidine and/or oxaliplatin, given either for metastatic/locally advanced disease or as adjuvant

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Anchorage?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT04205968) has an active research site in Anchorage, AK that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Small Bowel Cancer Treatment Options in Anchorage, AK

If you're searching for small bowel cancer treatment options in Anchorage, AK, this clinical trial (NCT04205968) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Anchorage research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced small bowel cancer specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

Looking for more options? Browse all small bowel cancer clinical trials near you to find additional studies recruiting in your area.

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