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Bladder Cancer Clinical Trial in Chicago, IL

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

Sponsored by Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

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All study-related bladder cancer treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Chicago

    Convenient for IL 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 Chicago site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Bladder Cancer Study in Chicago

Researchers are looking for new ways to treat people with high-risk muscle-invasive urothelial carcinoma (MIUC). Urothelial carcinoma is a type of bladder cancer that begins in cells that line the inside of the bladder and other parts of the urinary tract, such as part of the kidneys, ureters, and urethra. People with MIUC usually have chemotherapy before surgery, then surgery to remove the cancer. Chemotherapy is a type of medicine to destroy cancer cells or stop them from growing. After surger

Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

The main inclusion criteria include but are not limited to the following:
Has a histological diagnosis of urothelial carcinoma (UC)
Must provide blood samples per protocol, to enable intismeran autogene production, and circulating tumor deoxyribonucleic acid testing
Has an Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group performance status of 0 to 2 assessed within 7 days before randomization
Must provide a formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tumor tissue sample for next generation sequencing Adjuvant Cohort:
Has high-risk pathologic disease after radical resection
For participants who have not received cisplatin-based neoadjuvant chemotherapy, are ineligible to receive cisplatin according to protocol pre-defined criteria Perioperative Cohort:
Is deemed eligible for RC and PLND and agrees to undergo curative intent standard RC and PLND and neoadjuvant and adjuvant treatment per protocol
Is ineligible to receive cisplatin according to proto

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 Chicago?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06305767) has an active research site in Chicago, IL 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.

Bladder Cancer Treatment Options in Chicago, IL

If you're searching for bladder cancer treatment options in Chicago, IL, this clinical trial (NCT06305767) 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 Chicago research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced bladder 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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