Lung Cancer
Conditions
Brief summary
This study will evaluate combination chemotherapy for patients with extensive stage small cell lung cancer combined with the potentially useful growth inhibiting effects of Gleevec.
Detailed description
Upon determination of eligibility, all patients will be receive: * Irinotecan + Carboplatin + Imatinib
Interventions
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
To be included in this study, you must meet the following criteria: * Small cell lung cancer with extensive stage disease confirmed by biopsy * Measurable or evaluable disease * Ability to perform activities of daily living with minimal assistance * Adequate bone marrow, liver and kidney * No active brain metastasis. * No previous chemotherapy or radiation therapy * Give written informed consent.
Exclusion criteria
You cannot participate in this study if any of the following apply to you: * Limited stage disease (includes IA, IB, IIA, IIB, and IIIA) * Active brain metastasis * Age \< 18 years old * History of a prior malignancy within three years * Women pregnant or lactating. Please note: There are additional inclusion/
Design outcomes
Primary
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| Overall response rate | — |
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Secondary
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| Time to progression | — |
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