Duffy Null Treatment Dosing for Cancer Patients

Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy Dose Modifications for Individuals With Duffy Null Phenotype

Recruiting Phase 1 Interventional Study
Multiple Myeloma Triple Negative Breast Cancer Duffy Blood Group, Chemokine Receptor Gene Mutation Duffy Blood Group, Chemokine Receptor Gene C.-67T>C
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
Any
Trial phase
Phase 1
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
90 (estimated)
Sponsor
Andrew Hantel, MD · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for people with a specific genetic trait called Duffy null who are being treated for multiple myeloma or triple negative breast cancer. Participants will receive certain cancer medications while the study monitors their treatment and any side effects.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have been diagnosed with multiple myeloma or triple negative breast cancer.
  • I am currently receiving treatment or planning to start treatment.
  • I have a confirmed Duffy null phenotype.
  • I am 18 years old or older.

You may not be able to join if

  • I cannot understand and sign a consent form.
  • My neutrophil count is below 500.
  • I have already started my second cycle of treatment.
  • I have received specific other medications before joining this trial.
  • I am taking any other investigational drugs.
  • I have another condition or medication affecting my neutrophils.

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
This study is comprised of a main study, an observational study, and optional survey studies. The main study is being done to see whether using Duffy null specific treatment dosing guidelines can reduce or delay dose modifications and avoid neutropenic fever (fever in the setting of low neutrophils) for people with Duffy null phenotype receiving treatment for multiple myeloma or triple negative br…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of: * Cohort 1: MM, based on IMWG criteria12, and currently requires treatment * Cohort 2: Stage II or III TNBC, with definition per protocol Section 3.2.1 AND * Plan for treatment, per their treating physician, or currently receiving their first cycle (see 3.3.…
Contacts

Andrew Hantel, MD

617-582-9394

andrew_hantel@dfci.harvard.edu

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