New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers: drug targets genetic weakness

NCT ID NCT02286687

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 25, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study tests a drug called talazoparib in people with advanced cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug works by blocking an enzyme that helps cancer cells survive, especially in tumors with changes in BRCA or related genes. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors or slow their growth. About 150 adults with various cancer types (excluding breast and ovarian) are taking part.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • M D Anderson Cancer Center

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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