Search / Trial NCT00001228

Interferon and Octreotide to Treat Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome and Advanced Non-B Islet Cell Cancer

Launched by NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF DIABETES AND DIGESTIVE AND KIDNEY DISEASES (NIDDK) · Nov 3, 1999

Trial Information

Current as of October 22, 2024

Completed

Keywords

Interferon Zollinger Ellison Syndrome

Description

Heretofore morbidity and mortality in Zollinger-Ellison syndrome were caused by severe ulcer disease. The advent of specific drugs to cure ulcer disease now extends life until metastases from the non-B-islet cell tumor or other events cause death. Patients with metastatic gastrinoma that is not surgically resectable and that has increased in size over a 4-6 month period prior to the study will be treated with interferon-alpha, 5 million international units/day. The drug will be administered subcutaneously by the patient. Tumor response and side effects will be monitored. Patients will recei...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • * INCLUSION CRITERIA
  • Subjects selected for this study will be patients with Zollinger-Ellison syndrome who are being evaluated under the protocol entitled "Diagnostic evaluation of patients with suspected abnormalities of gastric secretion" (80-DK-123). To be entered into the study a patient must meet each of 3 criteria:
  • 1. histologically proven gastrinoma;
  • 2. evidence of metastatic tumor by one or more of angiography, ultrasound, computerized axial tomography, bone scan or octreoscan;
  • 3. progression of tumor size during the preceding 6 months as assessed by repeated imaging studies.
  • EXCLUSION CRITERIA
  • For treatment with interferon-(alpha):
  • 1. Congestive heart failure
  • 2. Proteinuria, 3 + or greater
  • 3. Creatinine clearance less than 30 ml/min
  • 4. Platelet count less than 30 x 10(9)/1
  • 5. White blood count less than 4 x 10(9)/1
  • 6. Bilirubin greater than 3 mg/dl
  • 7. Positive test for HIV antibody
  • 8. Pregnancy
  • For treatment with octreotide:
  • 1. Presence of cholelithiases

About National Institute Of Diabetes And Digestive And Kidney Diseases (Niddk)

The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) is a prominent research institution within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and promoting health in the areas of diabetes, endocrine and metabolic disorders, obesity, digestive diseases, and kidney diseases. Through rigorous clinical trials and innovative research initiatives, NIDDK aims to improve prevention, diagnosis, and treatment strategies, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes and quality of life. The institute fosters collaboration among researchers, healthcare professionals, and community stakeholders to drive impactful discoveries and translate findings into effective healthcare solutions.

Locations

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

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Timeline

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