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Lung Cancer Clinical Trial in Fort Smith, AR

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

Sponsored by National Cancer Institute (NCI)

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Fort Smith

    Convenient for AR 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 Fort Smith site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Lung Cancer Study in Fort Smith

This phase III trial compares the effect of adding chemotherapy to immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) versus immunotherapy alone in treating patients with stage IIIB-IV lung cancer. Immunotherapy with monoclonal antibodies, such as pembrolizumab, may help the body's immune system attack the cancer, and may interfere with the ability of tumor cells to grow and spread. Chemotherapy drugs work in different ways to stop the growth of tumor cells, either by killing the cells, by stopping them from dividin

Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI)

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

STEP 1 REGISTRATION
Patient must be ≥ 70 years of age
Patient must have histologically or cytologically confirmed non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with PD-L1 Tumor Proportion Score (TPS) range of 1-49%
Patient must have Stage IIIB, IIIC or IV disease and not be candidates for combined chemo-radiation. NOTE: Prior chemo-radiation therapy (RT) for stage III with recurrence is allowed
Patient must have a tumor that is negative for EGFR mutation/ALK translocations or other actionable first line mutations in which patients would receive first-line oral tyrosine kinase inhibitors
Patient must have an Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) Performance Status of 2
Patient must agree not to father children while on study and for 6 months after the last dose of protocol treatment
Patient must have the ability to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent document. Patients with impaired decision-making capacity (IDMC) who have a le

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 Fort Smith?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06096844) has an active research site in Fort Smith, AR 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.

Lung Cancer Treatment Options in Fort Smith, AR

If you're searching for lung cancer treatment options in Fort Smith, AR, this clinical trial (NCT06096844) 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 Fort Smith research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced lung 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.

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