New study tests cancer drug in frail seniors

NCT ID NCT01642017

First seen Apr 14, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study tested the safety of the cancer drug pazopanib in frail elderly patients (75 and older) with metastatic solid tumors. Researchers aimed to find the highest safe dose by monitoring side effects during the first month of treatment. The study was terminated early after enrolling 18 patients, and results help guide future dosing in this vulnerable population.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Centre François BACLESSE

    Caen, 14076, France

  • Centre Léon BERARD

    Lyon, 69008, France

  • Hôpital Saint André

    Bordeaux, 33075, France

  • Institut Claudius REGAUD

    Toulouse, 31052, France

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