NCT03913117 · University of Alabama at Birmingham
Study of Treatment for HPV16+ ASC-US or LSIL
(PVX-6)
What this study is about
Phase I clinical trial to assess safety of pNGVL4aCRTE6E7L2 DNA and TA-CIN protein vaccinations, and to seek the appropriate dose of the pNGVL4aCRTE6E7L2 DNA vaccine
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Phase I clinical trial to assess safety of pNGVL4aCRTE6E7L2 DNA and TA-CIN protein vaccinations, and to seek the appropriate dose of the pNGVL4aCRTE6E7L2 DNA vaccine
Interventions
BIOLOGICAL
pNGVL4aCRTE6E7L2
Naked pNGVL4aCRTE6E7L2 DNA plasmid
BIOLOGICAL
TA-CIN
TA-CIN is a single fusion protein comprised of HPV16 L2, E7 and E6 proteins linked in tandem.
Primary outcome measures
Safety and feasibility of pNGVL4aCRTE6E7L2 DNA vaccination
Time frame: 12 months
To determine the safety and feasibility of intra-muscular administration of pNGVL4aCRTE6E7L2 DNA vaccine in patients with persistent HPV16+ ASC-US/LSIL
Dose finding
Time frame: 12 months
To determine the appropriate intra-muscular injection dose of pNGVL4aCRTE6E7L2 DNA vaccine as determined by toxicity and immunogenicity for a subsequent phase II clinical trial
Safety and feasibility of PVX-6 vaccination
Time frame: 12 months
To determine the safety and feasibility of intra-muscular administration of pNGVL4aCRTE6E7L2 DNA vaccine prime, TA-CIN protein vaccine boost in patients with persistent HPV16+ ASC-US/LSIL
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- Patients with persistent (\>6 month period) ASC-US/LSIL determined by cervical cytology at study entry (ThinPrep with imaging)
- Patients whose cytologic samples are persistent (\>6 month period) HPV16+ by Roche Cobas 4800, Roche Linear Array HPV Genotyping test or other FDA-approved HPV genotyping test at study entry. Co-infections with HPV types other than HPV16 are permissible for study entry.
- Age ≥ 19 years
- Baseline Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group
- Patients must have adequate organ function at the time of enrollment as defined by the following parameters:
- White blood cell count \> 3,000
- Absolute lymphocyte number \> 500
- Absolute neutrophil count \> 1,000
- Platelets \> 90,000
- Hemoglobulin \> 9
- Total bilirubin \<3 X the institutional limit of normal
- AST(SGOT)/ALT(SGPT) \<3 X the institutional limit of normal
- Creatinine \< 2.5X the institutional limit of normal
- Women of child-bearing potential must agree to use two forms of contraception (hormonal and barrier) prior to study entry and for 3 months after study completion.
- Ability to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent document.
- Subject is able to adhere to the study visit schedule and other protocol requirements.
Exclusion criteria
- Patients with ASC-US/LSIL determined by cervical cytology at study entry that are HPV16 negative.
- Histologic evidence of CIN2+
- Patients with a diagnosis of immunosuppression or prolonged, active use of immunosuppressive medications such as steroids.
- Prior vaccination with any HPV antigen (prophylactic or therapeutic).
- Patients who are receiving any other investigational agents within 28 days prior to the first dose.
- Patients with an uncontrolled intercurrent illness including, but not limited to, ongoing or active infection, symptomatic congestive heart failure, unstable angina pectoris, cardiac arrhythmia, or psychiatric illness/social situations that would limit compliance with study requirements.
- Patients with a history of autoimmune disease such as multiple sclerosis, exclusive of a history of thyroiditis, psoriasis, Sjrogen's, or inflammatory bowel disease.
- Patients with a history of allergic reactions attributed to compounds used in agent preparation.
- Patients who are pregnant or breast feeding.
- Patient with active or chronic infection of HIV, HCV, or HBV.
- Patients who have had a prior LEEP or cervical conization procedure.
- History of prior malignancy permitted if patient has been disease free for ≥ 5 years; however individuals with completely resected basal cell or squamous cell carcinoma of the skin within this interval may be enrolled.
- Inability to understand or unwillingness to sign an informed consent document.
Where
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Baltimore, Maryland
Collaborators
Johns Hopkins University
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Is it safe to participate?
Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. Trials must be reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals throughout the study. You can withdraw at any time if you choose.
Will I be compensated?
Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time, travel expenses, and inconvenience. The specific compensation varies by study and will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is typically provided at no cost to participants.
Will I receive a placebo instead of treatment?
When effective treatment exists, participants typically receive either the standard treatment plus the study intervention, or the standard treatment plus placebo. You would not be denied effective care. Placebos are primarily used when no proven treatment is available, or in addition to standard care. Your trial consent form will clearly explain what treatments you may receive.
Can I leave a trial if I change my mind?
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Trial duration varies widely depending on the study design and purpose. Some trials last just a few weeks, while others may continue for months or years. The study coordinator will provide specific timeline information during your screening call.
Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced May 15, 2026 · Source of record for eligibility and locations