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NCT07448727 Impact of Early Response to First-line Anti-PD-1 Monotherapy in Patients With Recurrent and/or Metastatic (R/M) Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Assessed by 18F-FDG PET/CT

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NCT ID NCT07448727
Status Recruiting
Phase —
Sponsor University of Rome Tor Vergata
Condition Head & Neck Cancer
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment 25 participants
Start Date 2024-11-20
Primary Completion 2026-12-31

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL

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What to Expect as a Participant

This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.

This trial targets 25 participants in total. It began in 2024-11-20 with a primary completion date of 2026-12-31.

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Brief Summary

This study aims to evaluate the role of early response assessment by 18F-FDG PET/CT in patients with recurrent and/or metastatic (R/M) head and neck squamous cell carcinoma with PD-L1 CPS \>1 treated with pembrolizumab monotherapy, in accordance with routine clinical practice.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Histological diagnosis of recurrent and/or metastatic HNSCC, not amenable for curative locoregional treatment (either surgery or radiotherapy), and amenable for first line systemic treatment * CPS PD-L1 \>=1 Exclusion Criteria: * Any controindication to immune checkpoint inhibitors

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Vincenzo Formica, Professor

✉ vincenzo.formica@uniroma2.it

📞 +390620908190

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT07448727 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Head & Neck Cancer. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT07448727 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT07448727 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at vincenzo.formica@uniroma2.it for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT07448727 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Rome, Italy.

Who is sponsoring the NCT07448727 clinical trial?

NCT07448727 is sponsored by University of Rome Tor Vergata. The trial plans to enroll 25 participants.

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