Weight Loss Drug for Endometrial Cancer Patients

A Study of a Weight Loss Intervention in People With Endometrial Cancer

Recruiting Early Phase 1 Interventional Study
Endometrial Cancer
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Female
Trial phase
Early Phase 1
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
36 (estimated)
Sponsor
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for people with endometrial cancer who are overweight or have obesity to check if two weight loss drugs are effective during chemotherapy. Participants will use these drugs and report on their experience, health, and weight changes.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Rules you out Type 1 diabetesPancreatitisGastroparesis

You may be able to join if

  • I am at least 18 years old.
  • I have a diagnosis of endometrial cancer.
  • I have a body mass index (BMI) of 27 or higher.
  • I have completed surgery and have no remaining cancer.
  • I am scheduled to start chemotherapy with carboplatin and paclitaxel.
  • I am willing to learn how to self-inject the study drug.
  • I can speak English or have someone who can help me with the study.
  • I have insurance approval or can pay for the study drugs.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have Type 1 diabetes.
  • I have a history of gastroparesis.
  • I am currently using GLP-1 medications.
  • I have a personal or family history of certain thyroid cancers.
  • I have had surgery for obesity in the past two years.
  • I have a history of pancreatitis.
  • I am pregnant or nursing.
  • I am not able to perform the injections without assistance.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
The researchers are doing this study is to find out whether tirzepatide and semaglutide are practical (feasible) for weight management and blood sugar control for endometrial cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. The researchers will also look at participants' experience with the study drug, the safety of taking the study drug while receiving chemotherapy, and changes in weight, body fat compos…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥ 18 years * Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status of ≤ 2 * Obesity (defined as BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2) OR Overweight (defined as BMI ≥ 27 kg/m2) with presence of ≥1 weight related comorbid condition OR a diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus with BMI ≥ 25 k…
Contacts

Sminu Bose, MD

646-888-5427

boses1@mskcc.org

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Lubaina Presswala, DO

646-608-2914

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