A Phase II Trial If Nivolumab, Lenalidomide and Dexamethasone in High Risk Smoldering Myeloma (NCT02903381) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedPhase 2
A Phase II Trial If Nivolumab, Lenalidomide and Dexamethasone in High Risk Smoldering Myeloma
United States8 participantsStarted 2016-10-20
Plain-language summary
This research study is evaluating a new drug called "nivolumab" as a possible treatment for smoldering multiple myeloma in order to prevent or postpone development of active multiple myeloma.
\- Patients with smoldering multiple myeloma do not have symptoms but are at risk for progressing to active multiple myeloma. Multiple myeloma is a cancer of the plasma cell, which is an important part of the immune system. Patients with active multiple myeloma generally require treatment.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Age 18 years.
* Must meet criteria of high risk smoldering MM based on the criteria described below:
\-- Definition of high-risk SMM:
\--- Bone marrow clonal plasma cells ≥10% and ≤60% and any one or more of the following:
* Serum M protein ≥3.0g/dL (IgA, IgG, IgM, or IgD)
* IgA SMM
* Immunoparesis with reduction of two uninvolved immunoglobulin isotypes
* Serum involved/uninvolved free light chain ratio ≥8 (but less than 100)
\----- Free Light Chain Smoldering Myeloma patients as defined in section 2.4 are not excluded
* Progressive increase in M protein level (Evolving type of SMM)
\----- Increase in serum monoclonal protein by ≥10% on two successive evaluations within a 6 month period
* Bone marrow clonal plasma cells 50-60%
* Abnormal plasma cell immunophenotype (≥95% of bone marrow plasma cells are clonal) and reduction of one or more uninvolved immunoglobulin isotypes
* t (4;14) or del 17p or 1q gain
* Increased circulating plasma cells
* MRI with diffuse abnormalities or 1 focal lesion
* PET-CT with one focal lesion with increased uptake without underlying osteolytic bone destruction
* Urine monoclonal light chain excretion ≥500 mg/24 hours
* ECOG Performance Status (PS) 0, 1, or 2 (Appendix A)
* The following laboratory values obtained 21 days prior to registration and confirmed prior to the first dose of study drug:
* ANC ≥1000/ µL
* PLT ≥ 50,000/µL. Platelet transfusions to help patients meet eligib…
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.