Temozolomide in Treating Patients With Metastatic Germ Cell Tumors That Have Not Responded to Cisplatin
Launched by MEMORIAL SLOAN KETTERING CANCER CENTER · Apr 1, 2004
Trial Information
Current as of April 28, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
OBJECTIVES: I. Determine the efficacy of temozolomide in patients with cisplatin refractory metastatic germ cell tumors. II. Determine the safety of this treatment in these patients.
OUTLINE: Patients receive oral temozolomide on days 1-5. Treatment repeats every 28 days for a maximum of 6 courses in the absence of disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.
PROJECTED ACCRUAL: A total of 14-25 patients will be accrued for this study over 25 months.
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- • DISEASE CHARACTERISTICS: Histologically confirmed metastatic germ cell tumor Seminoma OR Nonseminoma Measurable disease Abnormalities on radiograph OR Alpha fetoprotein greater than 15 ng/mL OR Beta human chorionic gonadotropin greater than 2.2 mIU/L At least one measurable disease site that has not received prior radiotherapy Refractory to prior cisplatin and failed, not eligible for, or refused autologous bone marrow transplantation
- • PATIENT CHARACTERISTICS: Age: 16 and over Performance status: Karnofsky 70-100% Life expectancy: At least 3 months Hematopoietic: WBC at least 3,000/mm3 Absolute neutrophil count at least 1,000/mm3 Platelet count at lest 80,000/mm3 Hemoglobin at least 10 g/dL Hepatic: Bilirubin no greater than 1.5 times normal Transaminases no greater than 1.5 times upper limit or normal (ULN) Alkaline phosphatase no greater than 3.0 times ULN Renal: Creatinine no greater than 1.5 times ULN Other: No medical conditions that would interfere with swallowing or cause excessive vomiting No second malignancy except basal and squamous cell skin cancer Not pregnant or nursing Negative pregnancy test Fertile patients must use effective barrier contraception
- • PRIOR CONCURRENT THERAPY: Biologic therapy: See Disease Characteristics Chemotherapy: See Disease Characteristics Endocrine therapy: Not specified Radiotherapy: See Disease Characteristics Surgery: Not specified
About Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) is a world-renowned institution dedicated to cancer treatment, research, and education. As a leading clinical trial sponsor, MSKCC focuses on advancing innovative cancer therapies through rigorous scientific investigation and collaboration. The center's multidisciplinary team of experts employs cutting-edge methodologies to design and conduct trials that aim to improve patient outcomes and enhance understanding of cancer biology. With a commitment to translating research findings into clinical practice, MSKCC plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of oncology care and ensuring that patients have access to the latest therapeutic advancements.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
New York, New York, United States
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Robert J. Motzer, MD
Study Chair
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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