Cytokine-Induced Killer Cells, Milignant Gliomas
Conditions
Keywords
Cytokine-Induced Killer Cells, Milignant Gliomas, Temozolomide
Brief summary
The purpose of this study is to determine whether combining of Temozolomide and cytokine-induced killer cells (CIK) transfusion can prolong survival of patients with Malignant Gliomas. The effectiveness and safety of CIK cells for the treatment of Malignant Glioma is also evaluated.
Interventions
Capsules supplied in 5-mg, 20-mg, 100-mg, 140-mg, 180-mg, and 250-mg strengths; dosed at 200 mg/m2/day for 5 consecutive days, repeated every 28 days
The patients received autologous cytokine-induced killer cells transfusion one week after Temozolomide treat
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Histologically confirmed intracranial Grade 1 or 2 anaplastic glioma or glioblastoma (astrocytic tumor, anaplastic oligodendroglioma, or oligoastrocytoma). Received prior standard radiation for a Grade 3 or 4 astrocytic tumor with a minimum cumulative dose of 40 Gy administered. Completed at least one full cycle of temozolomide of 200 mg/m2/day administered on Days 1-5 of a 28-day cycle, without unacceptable toxicity or progression. Karnofsky performance status of 60 or more. Adequate organ and bone marrow function as defined by hematological and serum chemistry limits. At least 18 years old. Both men and women must practice adequate contraception. Informed consent.
Exclusion criteria
Progressed while on temozolomide. Evidence of acute intracranial or intratumoral hemorrhage \> Grade 1. Not recovered from the toxic effects of prior therapy. Pregnant or breast feeding. History of diabetes mellitus. Uncontrolled intercurrent illness. Congestive heart failure, unstable angina, or a myocardial infarction within 3 months of entering the study. HIV positive. Diagnosis of another malignancy may exclude subject from study.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Overall survival | 5 years |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Adverse events | 4 weeks |