Study Comparing Isatuximab with Carfilzomib, Lenalidomide, and Dexamethasone for Newly Diagnosed Multiple Myeloma Patients Eligible for Stem Cell Transplant

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What is this study about?

This clinical trial is focused on studying a blood cancer called multiple myeloma, which affects plasma cells in the bone marrow. The study is comparing two treatment combinations for patients who have been newly diagnosed with multiple myeloma and are eligible for a procedure called autologous stem cell transplantation. The first treatment combination includes four medications: Isatuximab, Carfilzomib, Lenalidomide, and Dexamethasone. The second combination includes Carfilzomib, Lenalidomide, and Dexamethasone without Isatuximab. The purpose of the study is to see which combination is more effective in treating the disease.

Participants in the study will receive one of the two treatment combinations. The study will last for a period of up to 24 months. During this time, participants will have regular check-ups and tests to monitor their health and the effectiveness of the treatment. The study aims to find out how well the treatments work in reducing the amount of cancer cells in the body, which is known as achieving minimal residual disease negativity. This means that the number of cancer cells is so low that they cannot be detected using standard tests.

The study will also look at other important factors, such as the overall survival of participants, the time it takes for the disease to progress, and the quality of life of the participants. By comparing these two treatment combinations, researchers hope to find the best approach for treating newly diagnosed multiple myeloma in patients who are eligible for stem cell transplantation. The study is expected to continue until April 2030.

1 joining the study

Upon joining the study, the patient will be informed about the trial’s objectives and procedures. Written consent is required before any study-specific activities begin.

2 induction phase

During this phase, the patient will receive a combination of medications to treat multiple myeloma. The medications include isatuximab (administered intravenously), carfilzomib (administered intravenously), lenalidomide (administered orally in capsule form), and dexamethasone (administered orally as a solution).

The specific dosages and frequency of administration will be determined by the healthcare provider based on the patient’s condition and response to treatment.

3 autologous stem cell transplantation (ASCT)

Following the induction phase, the patient will undergo an autologous stem cell transplantation. This procedure involves collecting the patient’s own stem cells, which are then reintroduced into the body after high-dose chemotherapy.

4 post-ASCT consolidation treatment

After the transplantation, the patient will receive consolidation treatment to eliminate any remaining cancer cells. This phase includes the same combination of medications as the induction phase: isatuximab, carfilzomib, lenalidomide, and dexamethasone.

5 light consolidation phase

In this phase, the patient continues to receive treatment with the goal of maintaining remission. The medications used are similar to those in previous phases, with adjustments made as necessary based on the patient’s response.

6 monitoring and follow-up

Throughout the trial, the patient’s health and response to treatment will be closely monitored. Regular assessments will be conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment and to check for any side effects.

Who Can Join the Study?

  • The patient must have been newly diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer.
  • The patient should be eligible for autologous stem cell transplantation (ASCT), a procedure where a patient’s own stem cells are used to replace damaged or diseased bone marrow.
  • The patient must be between 18 and 70 years old.
  • The patient should have monoclonal plasma cells in the bone marrow that are 10% or more, or have a biopsy-proven plasmacytoma (a type of tumor) and meet certain criteria related to calcium, kidney function, anemia, or bone damage.
  • The patient must have a measurable disease, which means certain levels of specific proteins in the blood or urine that can be tracked.
  • The patient should have a life expectancy of at least 3 months.
  • The patient must have an ECOG status of 2 or less, which is a scale used to assess how a disease affects a patient’s daily living abilities.
  • The patient must have certain clinical laboratory values within specific ranges, such as liver function tests, blood cell counts, and kidney function.
  • Females of childbearing potential must follow a Pregnancy Prevention Plan, which includes using effective birth control methods and undergoing regular pregnancy tests.
  • Male patients must agree to use contraception if sexually active with females of childbearing potential and refrain from donating sperm for a specified period after treatment.
  • The patient must be willing and able to attend study visits and follow the procedures required by the study.
  • The patient must provide written informed consent, which means they agree to participate in the study after being informed about its details.

Who Cannot Join the Study?

  • Patients who have not been newly diagnosed with multiple myeloma cannot participate. Multiple myeloma is a type of cancer that affects certain cells in the bone marrow.
  • Patients who are not within the specified age range for the study cannot participate. The age range is typically defined by the study organizers.
  • Patients who are not part of the specified clinical trial group cannot participate. This group is determined by the study organizers based on specific criteria.
  • Patients who are considered part of a vulnerable population may not be eligible. A vulnerable population includes individuals who may have difficulty giving informed consent or are at higher risk of harm.

Where you can join this trial?

Verified and Recommended Sites

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Verified Sites

Site Name City Country Status
Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Careggi Florence Italy
Oslo Universitetssykehus HF Oslo Norway
Zuyderland Medisch Centrum Stichting Geleen The Netherlands
Frisius Heerenveen The Netherlands
Hospital Universitario De Salamanca Salamanca Spain
Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Di Sassari Sassari Italy
Hospital Universitario De Navarra Pamplona Spain

Other Sites

Site Name City Country Status
Haga Hospital Hague The Netherlands
Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Giuliano Isontina Trieste Italy
Noordwest Ziekenhuisgroep Stichting Alkmaar The Netherlands
Klinikum der Technischen Universitaet Muenchen (TUM Klinikum) Munich Germany
Hospital Universitario 12 De Octubre Madrid Spain
Amphia Hospital Breda The Netherlands
St. Olavs Hospital HF Trondheim Norway
Albert Schweitzer Ziekenhuis Dordrecht The Netherlands
Azienda Sanitaria Locale Di Pescara Pescara Italy
Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Ospedali Riuniti Umberto I G M Lancisi G Salesi Ancona Italy
Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo Pavia Italy
Alexandra Hospital Athens Greece
Hospital Clinic De Barcelona Barcelona Spain
Fakultni Nemocnice Brno Brno Czechia
Fakultni Nemocnice Hradec Kralove Novy Hradec Kralove Czechia
St. Antonius Ziekenhuis Nieuwegein The Netherlands
Meander Medical Center Amersfoort The Netherlands
Gasthuiszusters Antwerpen Antwerp Belgium
Medical Center – University Of Freiburg Freiburg Im Breisgau Germany
Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Maggiore Della Carita Novara Italy
Vseobecna Fakultni Nemocnice V Praze Prague Czechia
Universita Degli Studi Di Brescia Brescia Italy
University Hospital Ostrava Ostrava Czechia
University Hospital Consorziale Policlinico Bari Italy
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Uyftijbrjsdh Metqncl Ctygump Ggcivncqo Groningen The Netherlands
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Hazqofnr Uwxmrmikkfrhv Holuufrn Tkmwf y Pawgbv Ithmnocn Caarsg dwybcbujrzhzhhyzs (jcay Badalona Spain

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Trial status

Country Status Recruitment Start
Belgium Belgium
Not recruiting
01.07.2020
Czechia Czechia
Not recruiting
01.07.2020
Germany Germany
Not recruiting
01.07.2020
Greece Greece
Not recruiting
01.07.2020
Italy Italy
Not recruiting
01.07.2020
Norway Norway
Not recruiting
01.07.2020
Spain Spain
Not recruiting
01.07.2020
The Netherlands The Netherlands
Not recruiting
01.07.2020

Trial locations

Isatuximab is a medication used in the treatment of multiple myeloma. It works by targeting a specific protein on the surface of cancer cells, helping the immune system to identify and destroy these cells.

Carfilzomib is a medication that helps treat multiple myeloma by blocking certain proteins in cancer cells, which leads to their death. It is often used in combination with other medications to enhance its effectiveness.

Lenalidomide is a medication that modifies the immune system and has anti-cancer effects. It is used to treat multiple myeloma by slowing the growth of cancer cells and helping the immune system attack them.

Dexamethasone is a type of steroid that reduces inflammation and is used in combination with other medications to treat multiple myeloma. It helps enhance the effects of other cancer treatments and manage symptoms.

Multiple Myeloma – Multiple myeloma is a type of blood cancer that affects plasma cells, which are a kind of white blood cell found in the bone marrow. In this disease, cancerous plasma cells multiply and crowd out healthy blood cells, leading to symptoms such as bone pain, frequent infections, and anemia. As the disease progresses, it can cause damage to bones and kidneys, and lead to high levels of calcium in the blood. The abnormal plasma cells produce a protein that can be detected in the blood or urine, which helps in monitoring the disease. Over time, multiple myeloma can lead to complications such as weakened bones, kidney problems, and increased risk of infections. The progression of the disease varies among individuals, with some experiencing slow progression and others more rapid advancement.

Trial ID:
2024-513422-38-00
Protocol code:
EMN24
NCT ID:
NCT04483739
Trial Phase:
Therapeutic confirmatory (Phase III)

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