Search / Trial NCT00002524

Combination Chemotherapy in Treating Patients With AIDS-Related Lymphoma

Launched by M.D. ANDERSON CANCER CENTER · Oct 4, 2004

Trial Information

Current as of December 07, 2024

Completed

Keywords

Aids Related Peripheral/Systemic Lymphoma Aids Related Primary Cns Lymphoma Aids Related Diffuse Large Cell Lymphoma Aids Related Immunoblastic Large Cell Lymphoma Aids Related Small Noncleaved Cell Lymphoma Aids Related Diffuse Mixed Cell Lymphoma Aids Related Diffuse Small Cleaved Cell Lymphoma

ClinConnect Summary

OBJECTIVES: I. Develop an effective chemotherapy regimen with mild immunosuppressive and myelosuppressive properties to treat patients with AIDS-related lymphoma (ARL) who have severe T4 lymphopenia. II. Estimate the CR rate, lymphoma-free survival, and overall survival of non-T4 lymphopenic patients and patients who present with nonbulky Ann Arbor stage I ARL treated with standard regimens of known effectiveness. III. Evaluate the effects on long-term outlook of concurrent antiretroviral therapy, prophylactic antibiosis with trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole or aerosolized pentamidine, and prn...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • DISEASE CHARACTERISTICS: Previously untreated, HIV-related intermediate- and high-grade lymphoma with no previous diagnosis of Kaposi's sarcoma Pathology reviewed at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
  • PATIENT CHARACTERISTICS: Age: Over 15 Performance status: Not specified Hematopoietic: Not specified Hepatic: Not specified Renal: For patients with T4 less than 200 and those with primary brain lymphoma: Creatinine no greater than 2.0 mg/dL (unless entry approved by principal investigator) Other: Serious intercurrent illness must be discussed with the principal investigator Infectious disease consultation required for complex infections Medications for other conditions allowed provided no adverse interaction with protocol therapy occurs No previously diagnosed Kaposi's sarcoma or other malignancy
  • PRIOR CONCURRENT THERAPY: No prior therapy for lymphoma No concurrent chemotherapy

Trial Officials

Peter W. McLaughlin, MD

Study Chair

M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

About M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution dedicated to cancer care, research, education, and prevention. As one of the world’s most respected cancer centers, MD Anderson focuses on innovative treatment approaches and groundbreaking clinical trials aimed at improving patient outcomes. With a multidisciplinary team of experts and state-of-the-art facilities, the center is committed to advancing cancer research and providing comprehensive, personalized care to patients. MD Anderson's clinical trials play a pivotal role in translating scientific discoveries into effective therapies, positioning the center at the forefront of cancer treatment and research.

Locations

Houston, Texas, United States

Orlando, Florida, United States

People applied

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported

Discussion 0

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