Lung Cancer Clinical Trial
Gemcitabine, Docetaxel, and Cetuximab in Patients With Unresectable Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Summary
This purpose of this study is to evaluate the role of gemcitabine and docetaxel, a well tolerated chemotherapy regimen in the treatment of advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), in combination with a novel agent cetuximab.
Full Description
Upon determination of eligibility all patients will receive:
Docetaxel + Gemcitabine + Cetuximab
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
To be included in the study, you must meet the following criteria:
18 years of age or older
Non-small cell lung cancer confirmed by biopsy
Unresectable stage III or IV disease
Measurable disease
Must not have received any prior chemotherapy for lung cancer
Able to perform activities of daily living without considerable assistance
Adequate bone marrow, kidney, and liver function
Signed informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
You cannot participate in the study if any of the following apply to you:
History of serious heart disease within six months prior to study entry
Prior treatment with agents that target the EGFR pathway
History of any other uncontrolled or significant disease
Please note: There are additional inclusion/exclusion criteria. The study center will determine if you meet all of the criteria. If you do not qualify for the trial, study personnel will explain the reasons. If you do qualify, study personnel will explain the trial in detail and answer any questions you may have. You can then decide if you wish to participate.
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There are 10 Locations for this study
Anniston Alabama, 36207, United States
Jonesboro Arkansas, 72401, United States
Fort Myers Florida, 33901, United States
Gainesville Florida, 32605, United States
Gainesville Georgia, 30501, United States
Bowling Green Kentucky, 42101, United States
Louisville Kentucky, 40207, United States
Portland Maine, 04101, United States
Drexel Hill Pennsylvania, 19026, United States
Nashville Tennessee, 37023, United States
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