NCT06751589 · Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
A Study of a Weight Loss Intervention in People With Endometrial Cancer
What this study is about
The researchers are doing this study is to find out whether tirzepatide and semaglutide are practical (feasible) for weight management and blood sugar control for endometrial cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
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The researchers are doing this study is to find out whether tirzepatide and semaglutide are practical (feasible) for weight management and blood sugar control for endometrial cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. The researchers will also look at participants' experience with the study drug, the safety of taking the study drug while receiving chemotherapy, and changes in weight, body fat composition, and blood pressure of participants.
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
- Age ≥ 18 years
- Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status of ≤ 2
- Obesity (defined as BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2) OR Overweight (defined as BMI ≥ 27 kg/m2) with presence of ≥1 weight related comorbid condition OR a diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus with BMI ≥ 25 kg/m2
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus is defined as known history of Type 2 diabetes, HbA1c ≥ 6.5%, fasting blood glucose ≥126 mg/dL on 2 occasions, or random blood glucose ≥ 200 mg/dL with signs and symptoms of diabetes mellitus (weight loss, fatigue, polyuria, polydipsia, vision changes)
- Patients with new diagnosis of stage I-III endometrial cancer
- Completed surgery with TH/BSO with no gross residual disease
- Recommended to undergo curative intent adjuvant chemotherapy at MSK with or without intravaginal radiation or external pelvic radiation. Chemotherapy regimen must include carboplatin and paclitaxel x 4-6 cycles. Cisplatin may be included at the discretion of the treating physician during concurrent standard chemoradiation. Patients may consent prior to and up to 8 weeks after the first cycle of chemotherapy.
- Patients with the following histologic epithelial cell types are eligible: endometrioid adenocarcinoma, serous adenocarcinoma, carcinosarcoma, undifferentiated carcinoma/de-differentiated, clear cell adenocarcinoma, mixed epithelial carcinoma, adenocarcinoma not otherwise specified (N.O.S.), and mucinous adenocarcinoma.
- Patient has adequate organ function, as defined by the following laboratory values:
- Creatinine clearance (per Cockcroft-Gault formula) ≥30 mL/min Creatinine clearance (mL/min) = ((140-age)\*wt) \
- 85 for female/(creatinine\*72)
- Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) ≤3.0 × ULN.
- Total serum bilirubin ≤ 1.5 × ULN except for patients with Gilbert's syndrome who may be included if the total serum bilirubin is ≤3.0 × ULN or direct bilirubin ≤ 1.5 × ULN.
- Insurance approval for tirzepatide or semaglutide (alternative) or willingness to pay out-of-pocket for tirzepatide or semaglutide (alternative) for duration of study period
- Patients must be capable and willing to learn how to self-inject study drug, as required for this protocol (visually impaired persons who are not able to perform the injections must have the assistance of a sighted individual trained to inject study drug; persons with physical limitations who are not able to perform the injections must have the assistance of an individual trained to inject study drug) and administer study drug injection (or receive an injection from a trained individual if visually impaired or with physical limitations)
- Not pregnant and not nursing
- English speaking or a family member or caregiver who speaks English and is able to assist with smart phone or tablet based Keenoa app or paper dietary recall handout (if no access to smart phone or tablet).
Exclusion criteria
- Known Type 1 diabetes
- Known GAD, Islet Cell, or Zn Transporter 8 antibodies
- History of gastroparesis
- High risk for aspiration
- Active or history of chronic or acute pancreatitis
- History of elevated calcitonin
- Personal or family history of Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma with Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia-2 syndrome
- Patients with a prior surgical, endoscopic, and/or device-based therapy (for example, mucosal ablation, gastric artery embolization, intragastric balloon and duodenojejunal bypass sleeve) for obesity within the past two years
- Patients with removal of device-based therapy for obesity within the last 6 months
- Current GIP/GLP-1 or GLP-1 receptor agonist use or prior intolerance of GIP/GLP-1 or GLP-1 receptor agonist
- Patients with a prior or concurrent malignancy whose natural history or treatment does not have the potential to interfere with the safety or efficacy assessment of the investigational regimen are eligible for this trial.
- Known intolerance to study drug(s) or any of the excipients.
Where
- Basking Ridge, New Jersey
- Middletown, New Jersey
- Montvale, New Jersey
- Commack, New York
- Harrison, New York
- New York, New York
- Uniondale, New York
Frequently asked questions
What is a clinical trial?
A clinical trial is a research study that tests new medical treatments, drugs, devices, or procedures to determine their safety and effectiveness. Trials are carefully designed and monitored to protect participants while advancing medical knowledge.
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?
Absolutely. Participation in clinical trials is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty or loss of benefits to which you are otherwise entitled.
How long does a clinical trial last?
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 Apr 13, 2026 · Source of record for eligibility and locations