Is NCT06845319 recruiting in Charleston, SC?

Yes, NCT06845319 is currently recruiting participants at its Charleston, SC location. This triple negative breast cancer clinical trial is actively enrolling qualified participants.

How do I join the triple negative breast cancer clinical trial in Charleston?

To join this clinical trial in Charleston, complete the eligibility form on this page. A study coordinator will contact you to discuss next steps and determine if you qualify.

Is participation in this Charleston clinical trial free?

Yes, all study-related care is provided at no cost to qualified participants. Many studies also offer compensation for time and travel expenses.

Triple Negative Breast Cancer Clinical Trial in Charleston, SC

About This Triple Negative Breast Cancer Study in Charleston

This is a single-arm Phase II study to assess the efficacy of a 12-18 week neoadjuvant carboplatin, paclitaxel, and pembrolizumab (CPP) regimen in a response-adaptive manner for triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) patients who are ineligible for anthracycline-based therapy due to underlying cardiac conditions.

Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

To be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all of the following criteria:

Histologically confirmed triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) or hormone receptor-low invasive breast carcinoma, with clinical anatomic Stage II or Stage IIIA/B disease as defined by the AJCC 8th Edition Breast Cancer Stating System. a) The invasive tumor must be hormone receptor-negative or low, defined as estrogen receptor (ER) and/or progesterone receptor (PR) staining present in ≤10% of invasive cancer cells by immunohistochemistry (IHC). b) HER2-negative disease, defined in accordance with current ASCO-CAP HER2 guidelines.

Measurable or evaluable tumor in the breast larger than 1 cm, with or without axillary involvement.

Patients with multifocal or multicentric disease are eligible, provided the dominant tumor focus is ER and/or PR ≤10% and HER2 negative.

Female or male, age ≥18 years.

Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status of 0 to 2.

Medically fit to undergo curative-intent breast surgery per institutional standard of care.

No prior chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation therapy, or surgery for the current breast cancer (diagnostic core or vacuum-assisted biopsies allowed).

Ability to be followed by a cardiologist and/or primary care physician for optimization of cardiac comorbidities, as needed.

Adequate organ function at the time of screening, defined as: a) Hematologic

Absolute neutrophil count ≥1,500/µL.

Platelet count ≥100,000/µL.

Leukocytes ≥3,000/µL.

Hemoglobin ≥9.0 g/dL or ≥5.6 mmol/L (without erythropoietin dependency and without packed red blood cell transfusion within 14 days prior to testing). b) Renal a. Serum creatinine ≤1.5 mg/dL or creatinine clearance ≥50 mL/min. Note: Patients with creatinine clearance 30-50 mL/min may be enrolled at the discretion of the Principal Investigator, given that paclitaxel is primarily hepatically metabolized and carboplatin dosing can be adjusted to renal function. c) Hepatic

AST (SGOT) and ALT (SGPT) ≤2.5 × ULN.

Serum albumin ≥3.0 g/dL.

Participants without a history of Gilbert's syndrome must meet one of the following: i. Total bilirubin ≤1.5 × IULN, or ii. Total bilirubin \>1.5 × IULN with direct bilirubin ≤ULN. d. Participants with a history of Gilbert's syndrome must have total bilirubin ≤5 × ULN. d) Coagulation a. For patients receiving anticoagulant therapy, PT and/or aPTT within the therapeutic range for the intended use of anticoagulants. b. For patients not receiving anticoagulant therapy, INR, PT, and aPTT ≤1.5 × ULN.

Breast and axillary imaging (including ultrasound and MRI) within 42 days (6 weeks) prior to registration.

Patients with clinically and/or radiologically abnormal axillary lymph nodes must have pathological confirmation with image-guided core biopsy or fine needle aspiration showing metastatic carcinoma.

Patients should undergo staging scans to exclude metastatic disease if any of the following apply: a) Axillary imaging shows two or more abnormal lymph nodes, or b) There are clinical signs or symptoms concerning for metastatic disease, or c) At the treating physician's discretion.

Patients with bilateral breast cancer are eligible if both tumors are HER2 negative and all other eligibility criteria are met (eligibility should be determined based on the higher-risk side when applicable).

Baseline peripheral neuropathy grade ≤2 (per CTCAE).

An individual of childbearing potential must be willing and able to use highly effective contraception from the time of informed consent, throughout study treatment, and for at least 6 months after the last dose of trial therapy. Note: Highly effective contraception is defined as methods with a failure rate \<1% per year when used consistently and correctly, and include: copper intrauterine device (IUD); bilateral tubal ligation/occlusion or other documented surgical sterilization; vasectomized partner with documented azoospermia, provided this is the sole sexual partner; or true sexual abstinence, defined as complete abstinence from heterosexual intercourse, when this is the participant's usual and preferred lifestyle. Use of hormonal contraceptive methods (including combined oral contraceptives, progestin-only pills, injectables, implants, hormonal IUDs, patches, or vaginal rings) is not permitted during the study.

Ability and willingness to comply with all study procedures, including scheduled visits, treatment plans, laboratory tests, and other study requirements.

Ability and willingness to sign and date written informed consent prior to initiation of any study-specific procedures.

Participants with known human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection must be on effective anti-retroviral therapy at registration and have undetectable viral load test on the most recent test results obtained within 6 months prior to registration.

Participants with evidence of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection must have undetectable HBV load while on suppressive therapy on the most recent test results obtained within 6 months prior to registration, if indicated. NOTE: No testing for Hepatitis B is required unless mandated by local health authority.

Participants with a history of hepatitis C virus (HCV) must have been treated and cured. Participants currently being treated for HCV infection must have undetectable HCV viral load test on the most recent test results obtained within 6 months prior to randomization, if indicated. NOTE: No testing for Hepatitis C is required unless mandated by local health authority.

Patient is ineligible for anthracycline treatment due to at least one of the following of A, B, C, or D:

Individuals identified as being at high risk for cardiotoxicity from anthracycline treatment have one or more of the following characteristics. 1\. Preexisting cardiomyopathy with ejection fraction (EF) between 25-49%. 2. Severe valvular disease on echocardiogram. 3. Previous exposure to anthracyclines. 4. Previous exposure to high dose chest wall radiation \>30Gy. 5. Participants who have experienced myocardial infarction, unstable angina pectoris, an arterial thrombotic event, or stroke, within the last 12 months but not less than 3 months ago. b) Medium or high risk for Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) at 3 years as defined by the Cardiotoxicity Prediction Tool from Ezaz et al. \[24\] c) Patients declining anthracycline therapy after thorough discussion regarding its significant role in treating TNBC. d) Patients who are deemed ineligible for anthracycline due to other medical conditions not listed here, as determined by the primary oncologist and confirmed by the study PI.

Exclusion Criteria

An individual who meets any of the following criteria will be excluded from participation in this study:

Subject is planning to participate, currently participating in or has participated in a study of an investigational agent or has used an investigational device within 4 weeks prior to the first dose of study treatment.

Current diagnosis of metastatic or inflammatory breast cancer.

Patients deemed unfit to undergo curative surgery according to the standard of care.

Patients who have concomitant and/or previous malignancies within the last 5 years. Note: Participants with basal cell carcinoma of the skin, squamous cell carcinoma of the skin, or carcinoma in situ (e.g., ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), carcinoma in situ of the cervix) that have undergone potential curative therapy are NOT excluded.

History of hypersensitivity to compounds that are similar to carboplatin and paclitaxel.

Has received major surgery and has not recovered adequately from the toxicity and/or complications before starting study treatment.

Subject has received a live vaccine within 30 days prior to the first dose of study drug. Examples of live vaccines include, but are not limited to, the following: measles, mumps, rubella, varicella/zoster (chicken pox), yellow fever, rabies, Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG), and typhoid vaccine. Seasonal influenza or COVID vaccines for injection are generally killed virus vaccines and are allowed; however, intranasal influenza vaccines (e.g., FluMist®) are live attenuated vaccines and are not allowed.

Has a diagnosis of immunodeficiency or is receiving chronic systemic steroid therapy (in dosing exceeding 10 mg daily of prednisone equivalent) or any other form of immunosuppressive therapy (7-day clearance period for immunosuppressant therapy prior to starting study treatment, if applicable).

Has active autoimmune disease that has required systemic treatment in the past 1 year (i.e., with the use of disease-modifying agents, corticosteroids, or immunosuppressive drugs).

Has a history of solid organ transplant.

Has a history of non-infectious pneumonitis that required high-dose steroids and/or has current pneumonitis.

Has an active bacterial infection requiring systemic therapy.

Known psychiatric or substance abuse disorders that would interfere with the requirements of the trial.

Pregnant or breastfeeding, or expecting to conceive within the projected duration of the study, starting with the screening visit through 180 days after the last dose of trial treatment.

Subject is a WOCBP who has had a positive urine pregnancy test within 24 hours prior to initiation of study treatment. Females will be determined to be not of child-bearing potential with a history of hysterectomy or with postmenopausal status of \>12 months.

Uncontrolled hypertension (systolic BP \> 180 mmHg or diastolic BP \> 100 mmHg), or uncontrolled or symptomatic arrhythmia at the time of screening visit.

At the time of the screening visit, EF is less than 25%.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Charleston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06845319) has an active research site in Charleston, SC 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.

Triple Negative Breast Cancer Treatment Options in Charleston, SC

If you're searching for triple negative breast cancer treatment options in Charleston, SC, this clinical trial (NCT06845319) 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 Charleston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced triple negative breast 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.

Looking for more options? Browse all triple negative breast cancer clinical trials near you to find additional studies recruiting in your area.

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