NCT07283679 · M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Trial of ONC-PluReceptor NK Cells With Epcoritamab and Tafasitamab for Patients With Recurrent or Refractory B-cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
What this study is about
The goal of this clinical research study is to learn if ONC-PluReceptor NK cell therapy (combined with the monoclonal antibody therapies epcoritamab and tafasitamab) can help to control relapsed or refractory B-cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. The safety of this treatment will also be studied.
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The goal of this clinical research study is to learn if ONC-PluReceptor NK cell therapy (combined with the monoclonal antibody therapies epcoritamab and tafasitamab) can help to control relapsed or refractory B-cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. The safety of this treatment will also be studied.
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 R/R DLBCL or FL with all of the following: Failure of \>/= 2 prior lines of therapy, or an autologous or allogeneic stem cell transplant. Prior failure of CAR-T or not eligible for CAR-T cells.
- Tumor biopsy positive for CD19 or CD20 at \>/= 1% by immunohistochemistry or flow cytometry.
- Age 18-80 years.
- Karnofsky performance status \>/=60%.
- Absolute neutrophil count \>/=500/mm3 and platelet count \>/=50,000/mm3.
- Serum creatinine clearance (CrCl) \>/=30 ml/min, estimated using the Cockcroft-Gault equation: Estimated creatinine clearance = (140-age \[years\]) x weight (kg) (x Fa) / serum creatinine (mg/dL) x 72 \[a where F=0.85 for females and F=1 for males\].
- Adequate hepatic function (ALT and/or AST \</=3 x upper limit of normal (ULN); bilirubin and ALP \</=2 x ULN). Patients with cancer involvement of the liver and elevation of ALT, AST, bilirubin, and/or ALP \</= 5 x ULN are eligible, per PI discretion.
- Adequate pulmonary function with FEV1, FVC and DLCO (corrected for hemoglobin and volume) \>/=50%.
- Adequate cardiac function with left ventricular ejection fraction \>/=40%, and no uncontrolled arrhythmias or symptomatic cardiac disease.
- If female of child-bearing potential, she must not be pregnant or breastfeeding and required to have a negative urine or serum pregnancy test prior to enrollment.
- Female participants of non-childbearing potential must meet at least one of the following criteria: i. Postmenopausal (no menses in greater than or equal to 12 consecutive months). ii. History of hysterectomy or bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy. iii. Ovarian failure (Follicle Stimulating Hormone and Estradiol in menopausal range, who have received Whole Pelvic Radiation Therapy). o Subjects who are of childbearing potential, sexually active, and at risk of pregnancy must agree to use a highly effective method of contraception for the duration of the active treatment and at least 3 months post-completion of the study therapy. See Appendix B. Highly effective methods of contraception include the following: iv. Hormonal contraception (i.e., birth control pills, injection, implant, transdermal patch, vaginal ring), Intrauterine device (IUD), Tubal Ligation or hysterectomy, Subject/Partner post vasectomy, Implantable or injectable contraceptives, and condoms plus spermicide. Not engaging in sexual activity for the total duration of the trial and the drug washout period is an acceptable practice; however periodic abstinence, the rhythm method, and the withdrawal method are not acceptable methods of birth control. Should a woman become pregnant or suspect she is pregnant while she or her partner is participating in this study, she should inform her treating physician immediately. o Men treated or enrolled in this protocol must also agree to use adequate contraception prior to the study, for the duration of study participation, and 4 months after completion of study agent administration. Men who are able to have children must use effective birth control while in the study. If the male participant fathers a child or suspects that he has fathered a child while in the study, he must immediately notify his doctor.
- Agree to sign the consent to the long-term follow-up protocol PA17-0843 to fulfill the institutional responsibilities to various regulatory agencies
Exclusion criteria
- Lymphoma in CR with no measurable sites of disease.
- Major surgery \<4 weeks prior to first dose of study drug.
- Any other severe or uncontrolled disease or condition that might increase the risk associated with study participation.
- Any other malignancy known to be active, with the exception of treated cervical intra-epithelial neoplasia and non-melanoma skin cancer.
- Grade \>/= 3 non-hematologic toxicity from prior therapy that has not improved to grade \</= 2.
- Active hepatitis B, either active carrier (HBsAg +) or viremic (HBV DNA.\>/=10,000 copies/mL, or \>/=2,000 IU/mL), or hepatitis C (detectable viral load by HCV RNA PCR)
- Active infection requiring parenteral antibiotics.
- HIV infection.
- Treatment within prior 2 weeks with any anti-cancer agent, investigational or approved.
- Active central nervous system (CNS) involvement (untreated parenchymal brain metastasis or positive cytology of cerebrospinal fluid).
- Life expectancy \</= 6 months.
- Active and uncontrolled neurological disorder.
- Patients receiving systemic steroid therapy at the time of enrollment (physiological substitutive doses are allowed), or have received antithymocyte globulin or lymphocyte immune globulin within 14 days of enrollment or alemtuzumab within 28 days of enrollment.
- Patients receiving immunosuppressive therapy.
Where
- Houston, Texas
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 May 1, 2026 · Source of record for eligibility and locations