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Administrative data

NCT number NCT04435964
Other study ID # INT156-19
Secondary ID
Status Completed
Phase
First received
Last updated
Start date June 25, 2020
Est. completion date February 28, 2023

Study information

Verified date September 2021
Source Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milano
Contact n/a
Is FDA regulated No
Health authority
Study type Observational

Clinical Trial Summary

The study aim is to investigate the differences between sex and gender in the immune-related adverse events (irAEs) development associated with immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICI) treatment. The study will be a multicenter prospective observational study focusing on biological differences between females and males, possibly affecting discrepant irAEs incidence.


Description:

The study aim is to investigate the differences between sex and gender in the immune-related adverse events (irAEs) development associated with immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICI) treatment. In common feeling, sex and gender represent the same concept, that is the traditional division of individuals into females (F) and males (M) defined by differential organization of chromosomes, reproductive organs, and sex steroid levels. However, if going beyond these aspects, which characterize "sex", it can be observed how the differences between people are also characterized by behaviors and relationships that are the product of the culture and sociality typical of human beings. This is what is called "gender", i.e. the process of social and cultural construction that determines the behaviors that give life to the status of an individual. Gender is therefore learned and not innate. Sex and gender do not constitute two opposing but interdependent dimensions: the process of determining gender identity is triggered on biological characters. The relationship between sex and gender varies according to geographical areas, historical periods and cultures. Sex influences the adaptive immunity, and may influence irAEs types, frequency and severity. Together with genetic and biological differences, the roots of irAEs inequalities between F and M could be linked to psycho-social and behavioral determinants. IrAEs usually develop within the first few weeks to 6 months after treatment initiation; however, they can also present after cessation of ICI therapy. Most studies indicate that prolonged treatment does not result in an increased cumulative incidence of irAEs. Accumulating evidences support the existence of sex-driven differences in immune responses as potential factors contributing to disease outcome and response to therapy. Increasing use of ICI is associated with immune-related adverse events caused by non-specific activation of the immune system. The investigators will conduct a multicenter prospective observational study investigating sex differences in irAEs in relation to clinical factors and genetic, immunological and hormonal profiles. By focusing on biological F/M differences possibly affecting discrepant irAEs incidence, sex inequality will be explicitly addressed and complemented by the exploration of association between gender dimension and irAEs development. Exploring the irAEs occurrence in a "real world" (outside RCT) context will be more easily translated in a ready-to-use personalized approach to irAEs timely diagnosis and treatment.


Recruitment information / eligibility

Status Completed
Enrollment 247
Est. completion date February 28, 2023
Est. primary completion date February 28, 2023
Accepts healthy volunteers No
Gender All
Age group 18 Years and older
Eligibility Inclusion Criteria: - Signed informed consent. - Histologically confirmed diagnosis of one of the following cancers: melanoma, lung, head and neck, urogenital, breast cancer. In addition, other solid tumors characterized by the presence of microsatellite instability (MSI-high), treated with immunocheckpoint inhibitors (ICI) irrespective of treatment schedule. It is possible to include patients treated with Immunotherapy in a compassionate use setting. - Any disease stage. - Patients eligible for immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICI)-containing regimens: ICI single agent; Combination of ICIs; ICI-chemotherapy combination; ICI-radiotherapy combination. - Any treatment setting (neoadjuvant, adjuvant, advanced disease, maintenance). - Patient age =18 years - ECOG Performance Status of 0-2. - Adequate bone marrow, liver and renal function. - Life expectancy of at least 12 weeks. Exclusion Criteria: - Patients not eligible for ICI-containing regimens.

Study Design


Intervention

Drug:
Immunotherapy
Patients treated as per clinical prescription with immunocheckpoint inhibitors (ICI) irrespective of treatment schedule, either as single agent or in combination with chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy

Locations

Country Name City State
Italy Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori Milano

Sponsors (4)

Lead Sponsor Collaborator
Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milano Karolinska University Hospital, Oslo University Hospital, St Vincent's University Hospital, Ireland

Country where clinical trial is conducted

Italy, 

Outcome

Type Measure Description Time frame Safety issue
Primary Immune-related severe (G= 2) adverse events (irAEs) The incidence of first severe (G= 2) irAEs of any type will be estimated in females and males 1 year
Secondary Immune-related adverse events (irAEs) The incidence of irAEs of any type and any grade will be estimated in females and males 1 year
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