NCT06789757 · Inova Health Care Services
The Study of Atezolizumab, Bevacizumab and Memantine in Patients With Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC)
((HCC))
What this study is about
The purpose of this research is to see the effect of triplet therapy with atezolizumab, bevacizumab, and memantine in treatment of your hepatocellular carcinoma.
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The purpose of this research is to see the effect of triplet therapy with atezolizumab, bevacizumab, and memantine in treatment of your hepatocellular carcinoma.
Interventions
DRUG
Memantine Hydrochloride
Memantine (5mg) is an N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonist given in 21-day cycles over six months in combination with Bevacizumab and Atezolizumab. Each week memantine will be escalated by 5mg as tolerated
DRUG
Bevacizumab
Bevacizumab (15mg/kg) is a vascular endothelial growth factor inhibitor given in 21-day cycles over six months in combination with Memantine and Atezolizumab.
DRUG
Atezolizumab
Atezolizumab (1200mg) is a programmed death-ligand 1 (PD-L1) blocking antibody given in 21-day cycles over six months in combination with Memantine and Bevacizumab
Primary outcome measures
Objective response rate (ORR) of patients who are treated with the combination of atezolizumab, bevacizumab, and memantine.
Time frame: Up to 2 years
The effectiveness of the combination therapy using Azozolizumab, Bevacizumab,and Memantine in relation to the Objective Response Rate (ORR), defined as the proportion of complete or partial responses to the treatment by the response evaluation criteria for solid tumors(RECIST) 1.1.
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 or older.
- Patients have newly diagnosed and previously untreated, histologically or radiologically confirmed hepatocellular carcinoma with at least one lesion that is measurable by RECIST 1.1 criteria. A prior HCC lesion that was treated surgically or by radiation is allowed as long as it was at least 2 years or more from the current HCC diagnosis.
- Patient's cancer must be deemed locally advanced and unresectable
- Patients must have a Childs-Pugh cirrhosis score of A5 or A6.
- Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group Performance Status of 0-1.
- Patients must have bone marrow and organ function as defined below:
- Absolute Neutrophil Count ≥ 1,500/μL
- Platelets ≥ 100,000/μL
- Hemoglobin ≥ 90 g/L (9g/dL)
- Total Bilirubin ≤ 3 x ULN
- AST(SGOT)/ALT(SGPT)/Alkaline Phosphatase ≤ 3 x ULN Or ≤5x ULN if due to liver involvement by tumor
- Creatinine ≤ 2.0 mg/dL
- eGFR (using Cockcroft Gault equation) \> 40ml/min
- Chemotherapy is harmful to the human fetus. For this reason, sexually active males and females with partners of childbearing potential must agree to use an accepted and effective method of contraception prior to study entry and for the duration of the study.
- Patients must demonstrate the ability to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent document.
- Men and women, regardless of race, ethnic group, or sexual orientation are eligible for this study.
- Patient must be able to swallow oral medication.
Exclusion criteria
- Patients with Childs-Pugh B or C cirrhosis.
- Female patients who are pregnant or breast-feeding.
- Concomitant illness that would prevent adequate patient assessment or in the investigators' opinion pose an added risk for study participants.
- Any history or evidence of severe illness or any other condition that would make the patient, in the opinion of the investigator unsuitable for the study. This would include any uncontrolled or untreated viral infection such as HIV, HBV, HCV etc.
- Subject is enrolled in a separate interventional clinical trial.
- Active tuberculosis.
- Significant cardiovascular disease (such as New York Heart Association Class II or greater cardiac disease, myocardial infarction, or cerebrovascular accident) within 3 months prior to initiation of study treatment, unstable arrhythmia, or unstable angina.
- History of severe allergic anaphylactic reactions to chimeric or humanized antibodies or fusion proteins.
- Known hypersensitivity to Chinese hamster ovary cell products or to any component of the atezolizumab or bevacizumab formulation.
- Known fibrolamellar HCC, sarcomatoid HCC, or mixed cholangiocarcinoma and HCC.
- Uncontrolled tumor-related pain. Patients requiring pain medication must be on a stable regimen at study entry.
- Major surgical procedure, open biopsy, or significant traumatic injury within 28 days prior to initiation of study treatment.
- Symptomatic, untreated, or actively progressing central nervous system (CNS) metastases. 18\. Active, untreated grade 2 or 3 varices. Patients with treated varices to the point that they are grade 1 or less will be allowed. 19\. Patients already on memantine for any reason prior to enrollment will be excluded.
Where
- Fairfax, Virginia
- Falls Church, Virginia
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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 Oct 7, 2025 · Source of record for eligibility and locations