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Liposomal-Cisplatin Analogue (L-NDDP) in Treating Patients With Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma

Launched by NYU LANGONE HEALTH · Apr 14, 2004

Trial Information

Current as of July 10, 2025

Completed

Keywords

Localized Malignant Mesothelioma Advanced Malignant Mesothelioma Recurrent Malignant Mesothelioma

ClinConnect Summary

OBJECTIVES: I. Determine the antitumor efficacy of a liposomal-cisplatin analogue (L-NDDP) administered into the pleural space in patients with malignant pleural mesothelioma. II. Determine the time to progression and overall survival in this patient population. III. Evaluate the quantitative and qualitative toxicity of intrapleural L-NDDP.

OUTLINE: All patients undergo a thoracoscopy under general anesthesia. The thoracoscope is removed and any collected fluid is drained from the chest cavity. The first treatment with liposomal-cisplatin analogue (L-NDDP) is administered at this time into...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • DISEASE CHARACTERISTICS: Pathologically confirmed malignant pleural mesothelioma Free flowing pleural effusion
  • PATIENT CHARACTERISTICS: Age: 18 and over Performance status: Zubrod 0-2 Life expectancy: At least 12 weeks Hematopoietic: WBC greater than 4,000/mm3 Granulocyte count greater than 1,500/mm3 Platelet count greater than 100,000/mm3 Hepatic: Bilirubin no greater than 1.5 mg/dL SGPT no greater than 1.5 times upper limit of normal Renal: Creatinine no greater than 1.5 mg/dL Cardiovascular: No unstable angina No clinical evidence of congestive heart failure Pulmonary: No postobstructive pneumonia Other: Fertile patients must use effective contraception Not pregnant or nursing No serious concurrent infection No prior malignancies except basal cell or squamous cell skin carcinomas, stage I colon, cervical, breast, prostate, head and neck, or lung cancer, as long as there has been no evidence of tumor occurrence within the past 5 years
  • PRIOR CONCURRENT THERAPY: Biologic therapy: At least 3 weeks since prior biologic therapy No concurrent immunotherapy Chemotherapy: No prior chemotherapy No concurrent chemotherapy Endocrine therapy: At least 3 weeks since prior hormonal therapy No concurrent hormonal therapy Radiotherapy: No prior chest radiotherapy At least 3 weeks since other prior radiotherapy No concurrent radiotherapy Surgery: Prior pleurodesis or chest surgery on the same side of the effusion is allowed as long as there is a free flowing pleural effusion without loculation At least 2 weeks since major surgery other than biopsy Other: At least 3 weeks since use of any other investigational medication No concurrent use of any other investigational medications

About Nyu Langone Health

NYU Langone Health is a premier academic medical center located in New York City, renowned for its commitment to advancing healthcare through innovative research and clinical excellence. As a leading sponsor of clinical trials, NYU Langone Health integrates cutting-edge scientific inquiry with patient-centered care, striving to develop new therapies and improve health outcomes across a wide range of medical conditions. The institution is dedicated to fostering collaboration among researchers, clinicians, and patients, ensuring rigorous adherence to ethical standards and regulatory guidelines in all clinical research initiatives. By leveraging its extensive resources and expertise, NYU Langone Health aims to contribute significantly to the advancement of medical knowledge and the enhancement of patient care.

Locations

Houston, Texas, United States

New York, New York, United States

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Trial Officials

Abraham Chachoua, MD

Study Chair

NYU Langone Health

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

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Estimated completion

Not reported

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