Study Comparing Subcutaneous and Intravenous Nivolumab in Patients with Advanced or Metastatic Clear Cell Kidney Cancer
Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb
ClinicalTrials ID:NCT04810078
This clinical trial is testing two ways of giving the drug nivolumab—under the skin (subcutaneous) and through a vein (intravenous)—to see which is more effective and safe for patients with advanced or metastatic clear cell kidney cancer who have already received treatment.
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Program Overview
The study aims to compare the levels, effectiveness, safety, and tolerability of nivolumab when given under the skin versus through a vein in patients with advanced or metastatic clear cell kidney cancer who have been treated before. A part of the study will also look at how similar the drug levels are when nivolumab is made using two different methods.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- Have a confirmed diagnosis of kidney cancer with clear cell features, possibly with sarcomatoid features.
- The cancer is advanced or has spread and cannot be cured with surgery or radiation.
- Have measurable cancer as per specific medical criteria within 28 days before joining the study.
- Have received no more than two previous treatments for cancer.
- The cancer has worsened or the patient cannot tolerate the last treatment within six months before joining the study.
- Have a performance status score of 70 or higher, indicating the ability to care for oneself with some help.
- Agree to use specific birth control methods, if applicable.
Exclusion Criteria
- Have untreated or symptomatic cancer that has spread to the brain.
- Have another active cancer needing treatment or a history of cancer within the last two years.
- Have an active or suspected autoimmune disease.
- Have HIV with a recent serious infection or low CD4 count, unless on stable antiretroviral therapy and monitored by a healthcare provider.
- Have serious or uncontrolled medical conditions, including recent severe COVID-19 infection.
- Have previously received certain immune-targeting treatments.
- Have received a live vaccine within 30 days before starting the study treatment.
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