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Recruiting Phase 2 NCT05837455

NCT05837455 NeoTAILOR: ABiomarker-directed Approach to Guide Neoadjuvant Therapy for Patients With Stage II/III ER-positive, HER2-negative Breast Cancer

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NCT ID NCT05837455
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 2
Sponsor Washington University School of Medicine
Condition Breast Cancer
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 81 participants
Start Date 2024-05-30
Primary Completion 2027-11-30

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex Female only
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
VENTANA MIB-1 Ki67 assayOncotype DX® Recurrence ScorePAM50-based Prosigna breast cancer gene signature assay

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

In Phase 2, researchers evaluate early signs of effectiveness. You may be randomized to receive the active treatment or a comparator. Monitoring continues closely.

This trial targets 81 participants in total. It began in 2024-05-30 with a primary completion date of 2027-11-30.

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Brief Summary

This study aims to utilize a novel biomarker-driven approach to guide neoadjuvant treatment selection. It is the hypothesis that this will improve clinical response for postmenopausal women with clinical stage II/III ER-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer and identify those who may not require neoadjuvant chemotherapy, with a primary focus on outcomes in Black patients.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Histologically or cytologically confirmed newly diagnosed clinical stage II or III (by AJCC 8th edition - at least T2, any N, M0 or if N1+ then any T) ER-positive (ER \> 10%), any PR, and HER2-negative breast cancer with complete surgical excision of the breast cancer after neoadjuvant therapy as the treatment goal. * HER2 negative must be assessed by FISH or IHC staining 0 or 1+ according to ASCO/CAP guidelines. * A palpable mass is not required; however, tumor size must be either: * ≥2 cm in one dimension by clinical or radiographic examination (WHO criteria), if clinically axillary lymph node negative OR * Measureable (≥10 mm) by modified RECIST v1.1 for breast MRI (see Section 9.0), if histologically confirmed resectable locoregional nodal involvement. * ECOG performance status 0 or 1. * Eligible to receive neoadjuvant aromatase inhibitor, as per treating physician. * Eligible to receive neoadjuvant standard of care anthracycline- and/or taxane-based chemotherapy regimen, as per treating physician. * Able to tolerate breast MRI with intravenous contrast administration. Must be able to complete the applicable MRI screening evaluation form. * Adequate bone marrow and organ function, as determined by the treating physician. * Known history of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is permissible provided the patient has been treated and cured. * At least 18 years of age. * Postmenopausal status, defined as one of the following: * Age ≥ 60 years * Age \< 60 with intact uterus and amenorrhea for 12 consecutive months or more * Status post bilateral oophorectomy, total hysterectomy * Ability to understand and willingness to sign an IRB approved written informed consent document (or that of legally authorized representative, if applicable), and willing and able to comply with scheduled visits and treatment schedule. Exclusion Criteria: * Inflammatory breast cancer (cT4d disease as per AJCC 8th edition). * Locally recurrent or metastatic disease (cM1 disease as per AJCC 8th edition). * Bilateral breast cancer. * Prior systemic therapy for the indexed breast cancer. * Pre-existing Grade ≥2 neuropathy. * Uncontrolled intercurrent illness that would limit compliance with study requirements. * A history of other malignancy ≤5 years prior to the indexed breast cancer diagnosis with the following exceptions: * Basal cell or squamous cell carcinoma of the skin which were treated with local resection only * Adequately treated carcinoma in situ of the cervix. * Prior or concurrent malignancy whose natural history or treatment will not interfere with the safety or efficacy assessments of the indexed breast cancer. In this event, review and approval by the study PI is required. * Concurrent participation in any investigational therapeutic trial for treatment of breast cancer. * Known HIV positivity that in the judgement of the treating physician would impact safety of chemotherapy receipt. * A history of allergic reactions attributed to compounds of similar chemical or biologic composition to anastrozole, taxanes (paclitaxel or nab-paclitaxel), anthracyclines (doxorubicin or epirubicin) or cyclophosphamide. * Evidence of uncontrolled ongoing or active infection, requiring parenteral anti-bacterial, anti-viral, or anti-fungal therapy ≤ 7 days prior to administration of study treatment. Patients receiving prophylactic antibiotics (e.g., for prevention of a urinary tract infection or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) are eligible. * Any uncontrolled medical condition that in the opinion of the Investigator would pose a risk to participant safety or interfere with study participation or interpretation of individual participant results.

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Nusayba A Bagegni, M.D.

✉ nbagegni@wustl.edu

📞 314-273-3022

Principal Investigator

Nusayba Bagegni, M.D.

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Washington University School of Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT05837455 clinical trial?

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

What phase is the NCT05837455 trial and what does that mean for participants?

Phase 2 trials evaluate whether the treatment shows signs of effectiveness while continuing to monitor safety. More participants are enrolled than in Phase 1 to help refine the treatment protocol.

Is NCT05837455 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT05837455 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at nbagegni@wustl.edu for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT05837455 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at St Louis, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT05837455 clinical trial?

NCT05837455 is sponsored by Washington University School of Medicine. The principal investigator is Nusayba Bagegni, M.D. at Washington University School of Medicine. The trial plans to enroll 81 participants.

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