A Study of Vericiguat in People With Breast Cancer and Cancer Therapy-Related Cardiac Dysfunction (NCT05806138) | Clinical Trial Compass
Active — Not RecruitingPhase 2
A Study of Vericiguat in People With Breast Cancer and Cancer Therapy-Related Cardiac Dysfunction
United States21 participantsStarted 2023-07-17
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this study is to find out if adding vericiguat to standard treatment for cancer therapy related cardiac dysfunction (CTRCD) is more effective than standard treatment alone. The addition of vericiguat to the usual treatment could help improve cardiac function, but it could also cause side effects. This study will help researchers find out whether this different treatment is better, the same as, or worse than the usual approach.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Age ≥ 18 years
* Biopsy proven breast cancer (stage I-IV)
* Cancer treatment related cardiac dysfunction (CTRCD), established by an absolute decrease in LVEF ≥ 10% from baseline/pre-treatment to \< 53% and attributable to prior cardiotoxic cancer treatment, per the clinical investigator.
* Able to complete an acceptable baseline CPET, in the absence of high-risk ECG findings or other inappropriate response to exercise as determined by the PI, as defined by any of the following criteria:
* Achieving a plateau oxygen consumption, concurrent with an increase in power output;
* A respiratory exchange ratio ≥ 1.00;
* Attainment of maximal predicted heart rate, as defined by a peak heart rate within 10bpm of the age predicted maximal heart rate (220 - Age\[years\]); or if on a beta-blocker, 164 - (age \* 0.7)
* Volitional exhaustion, as measured by a rating of perceived exertion (RPE) ≥ 18 on the BORG scale.
* Willing to use highly effective contraceptive measures if of child-bearing potential or if the patient's sexual partner is a woman of child-earing potential while receiving study drug and for 30 days after the last dose of study drug:
* Female subjects should be using highly effective contraceptive measures, and must have a negative pregnancy test (within 6 months prior to study enrollment) and not be breast-feeding prior to start of dosing if of child-bearing potential or must have evidence of non-child-bearing potential by fulfilling one o…
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?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
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.