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Bladder Cancer Clinical Trial in Bakersfield, CA

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

Sponsored by National Cancer Institute (NCI)

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All study-related bladder cancer treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Bakersfield

    Convenient for CA 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 Bakersfield site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Bladder Cancer Study in Bakersfield

This phase II trial compares the use of pembrolizumab and radiation therapy to chemotherapy with cisplatin, gemcitabine, 5-fluorouracil or mitomycin-C and radiation therapy for the treatment of non-muscle invasive bladder 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, such as cisplatin, gemcitabine, 5-fluorouracil or mitomycin-C,

Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI)

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Pathologically (histologically) proven diagnosis of T1 high-grade non-muscle invasive urothelial carcinoma of the bladder without radiographic evidence of regional nodal disease or metastatic disease (N0, M0) on CT, MRI, or positron emission tomography (PET)/CT scan who would otherwise be treated with cystectomy off-trial. Patients should have cystectomy recommended disease but do not need to be medically operable for a cystectomy to be eligible for the trial.
NOTE: Patients with nodal disease ≥ 1 cm on short-axis or with suspicious nodes that are PET-avid of any size are not eligible
High grade T1 disease history that must meet at least ONE of the three criteria below:
Histologically confirmed recurrence with high-grade T1 urothelial carcinoma (+/- focal carcinoma in situ \[CIS\]) in the bladder following initial transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT) and at least one induction course of intravesical therapy. Adequate induction course is de

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Bakersfield?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06770582) has an active research site in Bakersfield, CA 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 Bakersfield, CA

If you're searching for bladder cancer treatment options in Bakersfield, CA, this clinical trial (NCT06770582) 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 Bakersfield 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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