Study Comparing mFOLFIRINOX and Capecitabine or Gemcitabine for Patients with Resected Ampullary Adenocarcinoma

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What is this study about?

This clinical trial is focused on studying a type of cancer called ampullary adenocarcinoma, which occurs in the area where the bile duct and pancreatic duct meet the small intestine. The study is investigating the effectiveness of different chemotherapy treatments in patients who have had this cancer surgically removed. The treatments being studied include a combination therapy known as modified FOLFIRINOX, which includes the drugs oxaliplatin, irinotecan, fluorouracil, and calcium folinate, compared to single-agent therapies using either capecitabine or gemcitabine. These medications are used to help prevent the cancer from returning after surgery.

The purpose of the study is to determine which treatment is more effective in improving the chances of staying cancer-free for two years after surgery. Participants in the study will be randomly assigned to receive either the modified FOLFIRINOX combination or one of the single-agent therapies. The study will last for up to 24 months, during which time participants will receive their assigned treatment and be monitored for any signs of cancer recurrence. Some participants may receive a placebo as part of the study design.

Throughout the study, participants will have regular check-ups to monitor their health and the effectiveness of the treatment. The study will also assess the overall survival rate, which is the time from the start of the study until death from any cause, and the quality of life of participants using specific questionnaires. The trial aims to provide valuable information on the best treatment approach for patients with resected ampullary adenocarcinoma, potentially improving outcomes and quality of life for those affected by this condition.

1 joining the study

Upon joining the study, eligibility is confirmed based on specific criteria such as age, surgical history, and health status.

The study focuses on patients with a type of cancer called ampullary adenocarcinoma that has been surgically removed.

2 randomization

Participants are randomly assigned to one of two treatment groups: one receiving a combination of drugs known as mFOLFIRINOX, and the other receiving either capecitabine or gemcitabine.

3 treatment phase

The mFOLFIRINOX group receives a combination of drugs including oxaliplatin, calcium folinate, fluorouracil, and irinotecan, administered intravenously.

The capecitabine group takes the medication orally in the form of film-coated tablets.

The gemcitabine group receives the drug intravenously.

Treatment duration and dosage are determined by the study protocol, with regular monitoring to ensure safety and effectiveness.

4 monitoring and follow-up

Participants undergo regular health assessments to monitor the effects of the treatment.

The primary goal is to evaluate the disease-free survival rate over two years, meaning the time during which the cancer does not return.

Secondary assessments include overall survival, treatment completion rates, and quality of life evaluations using specific questionnaires.

5 completion of the study

The study is expected to conclude by October 31, 2028.

Final results will be analyzed to determine the effectiveness of the treatments in preventing cancer recurrence and improving survival rates.

Who Can Join the Study?

  • The patient must have a confirmed diagnosis of ampullary adenocarcinoma. This means that the cancer originates in the ampulla of Vater, an area where the bile duct and pancreatic duct meet.
  • The patient must have had a surgical resection of the ampullary adenocarcinoma. This means the cancer was surgically removed, and the surgery was considered complete.
  • The cancer must have been removed within the last 12 weeks before joining the study.
  • The patient must not have metastatic disease. This means the cancer has not spread to other parts of the body, as shown by a CT scan done within 4 weeks before joining the study.
  • The patient’s CA19.9 level must be less than 180 U/L at the time of joining the study. CA19.9 is a substance in the blood that can be higher in some cancer patients.
  • The patient must be 18 years of age or older.

Who Cannot Join the Study?

  • Patients who have not had surgery to remove the ampullary adenocarcinoma cannot participate.
  • Patients who are unable to take the study medications, such as mFOLFIRINOX, gemcitabine, or capecitabine, are excluded.
  • Patients with other serious health conditions that could interfere with the study treatment are not eligible.
  • Patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding cannot take part in the study.
  • Patients who are participating in another clinical trial at the same time are not allowed to join.
  • Patients who have had another type of cancer in the past, unless it was treated and has not come back, may be excluded.
  • Patients with known allergies to the study medications are not eligible.
  • Patients who are unable to follow the study procedures or attend the required visits are excluded.

Where you can join this trial?

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Verified Sites

Site Name City Country Status
CHU d’Estaing Clermont Ferrand France
Hôpital Foch Suresnes France
Centre Hospitalier Universitaire De Lille Lille France
Oncopole Claudius Regaud Toulouse France
Aix Marseille University Marseille France
CHU Grenoble Alpes La Tronche France

Other Sites

Site Name City Country Status
Centre Hospitalier De Colmar Colmar France
Centre Antoine Lacassagne Nice France
Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Rouen Rouen France
Hôpital Avicenne Bobigny France
Centre Hospitalier Universitaire De Poitiers Poitiers France
Hopital Beaujon Clichy France
Union Mut Gestion Groupe Hosp Mutualiste De Grenoble Grenoble France
Les Hopitaux De Chartres Le Coudray France
Centre Hospitalier Prive Saint-Gregoire Saint-Gregoire France
Clinique Pasteur Lanroze Brest France
Centre Hospitalier De Perpignan Perpignan France
Hopital Europeen Marseille Marseille France
Clinique De La Sauvegarde Lyon France
Centre Hospitalier Bethune Beuvry Beuvry France
Centre Hospitalier D Avignon Avignon France
Institut De Cancerologie Strasbourg Europe STRASBOURG, Alsace France
Centre Hospitalier Sud Francilien Corbeil Essonnes France
Hopital Prive Jean Mermoz Lyon France
Clinique de l’Europe Amiens France
Centre Hospitalier Pays de Morlaix Morlaix France
Centre Hospitalier De La Cote Basque Bayonne France
Centre Hospitalier De Cholet Cholet France
Hopital Prive D Antony Antony France
Groupe Hospitalier Diaconesses Croix Saint Simon Paris France
Centre Hospitalier Simone Veil De Beauvais Beauvais France
Centre Hospitalier Lyon Sud Pierre Benite France
Centre Hospitalier De Pau Pau France
Centre Hospitalier De Saint-Denis St Denis France
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Trial status

Country Status Recruitment Start
France France
Recruiting
31.10.2024

Trial locations

mFOLFIRINOX is a combination chemotherapy treatment used in this trial. It includes several drugs that work together to stop the growth of cancer cells. This combination is often used to treat certain types of cancer after surgery to help prevent the cancer from coming back.

Capecitabine is a chemotherapy medication that is taken orally. It is used to treat various types of cancer by interfering with the growth of cancer cells. In this trial, it is used as a single-agent treatment option.

Gemcitabine is another chemotherapy drug used in this trial. It is administered through an injection and works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells. It is used as a single-agent treatment option for patients who have had surgery for ampullary adenocarcinoma.

Investigated diseases:

Ampullary adenocarcinoma – Ampullary adenocarcinoma is a type of cancer that forms in the ampulla of Vater, where the bile duct and pancreatic duct join and empty into the small intestine. This cancer can cause symptoms such as jaundice, abdominal pain, and weight loss due to its location affecting bile flow. It typically progresses by invading nearby tissues and can spread to lymph nodes and other organs. The growth of the tumor can obstruct the bile duct, leading to further complications. Early stages may not present noticeable symptoms, making it challenging to detect without medical imaging. As the disease advances, it may lead to more severe symptoms and complications.

Trial ID:
2024-511070-68-01
Protocol code:
AMPIRINOX
Trial Phase:
Therapeutic confirmatory (Phase III)

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