PARP Inhibitor Niraparib in Combination with Trastuzumab in Patients with Metastatic HER2+ Breast Cancer

PARP Inhibitor Niraparib in Combination with Trastuzumab in Patients with Metastatic HER2+ Breast Cancer
Enrolling By Invitation
18-99 years
Female
Phase 1
12 participants needed
1 Location

Brief description of study

The HER2 regulates cell growth and survival. This study will evaluate a new treatment using a potent Poly polymerase (PARP) inhibitor known as Niraparib. Niraparib will be combined with trastuzumab, a HER2-targeted agent, to evaluate the safety and tolerability in patients with metastatic HER2 positive breast cancer. It is anticipated that the combination of drugs will improve survival and have few side effects.

Detailed description of study

The human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) is a gene that can play a role in the development of breast cancer. Approximately 15-20% of all breast cancers are HER2-positive, an aggressive and fast growing form of breast cancer. Current medications that target HER2 on breast tumors have improved patient outcome, but resistance to these therapies remain a major problem in treating this type of cancer. The HER2 regulates cell growth and survival. This study will evaluate a new treatment using a potent Poly polymerase (PARP) inhibitor known as Niraparib. Niraparib will be combined with trastuzumab, a HER2-targeted agent, to evaluate the safety and tolerability in patients with metastatic HER2 positive breast cancer. It is anticipated that the combination of drugs will improve survival and have few side effects.

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions: Breast Cancer
  • Age: Between 18 Years - 99 Years
  • Gender: Female

Females, age 18 or older .with metastatic HER2+ breast cancer that have failed prior HER2-targeted therapy disease

Updated on 01 Aug 2024. Study ID: 848610
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