Phase II randomized study of PM01183 versus topotecan in patients with platinum-resistant/refractory advanced ovarian cancer.
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ABSTRACT: Background:PM01183 is a new compound that blocks active transcription, produces DNA breaks and apoptosis, and affects the inflammatory microenvironment. PM01183 showed strong antitumor activity in preclinical models of cisplatin-resistant epithelial ovarian cancer. Patients and methods:Patients with platinum-resistant/refractory ovarian cancer were included in a two-stage, controlled, randomized (in a second stage), multicenter, phase II study. Primary endpoint was overall response rate (ORR) by RECIST and/or GCIG criteria. The exploratory first stage (n?=?22) confirmed the activity of PM01183 as a single agent at 7.0?mg flat dose every 3?weeks (q3wk). The second stage (n?=?59) was randomized and controlled with topotecan on days 1-5 q3wk or weekly (every 4?weeks, q4wk). Results:ORR was 23% (95% CI, 13%-37%) for 52 PM01183-treated patients. Median duration of response was 4.6?months (95% CI, 2.5-6.9?months), and 23% (95% CI, 0%-51%) of responses lasted 6?months or more. Ten of the 12 confirmed responses were reported for 33 patients with platinum-resistant disease [ORR?=?30% (95% CI, 16%-49%)]; for the 29 patients treated with topotecan in the second stage, no responses were found. Median PFS for all PM01183-treated patients was 4.0?months (95% CI, 2.7-5.6 months), and 5.0?months (95% CI, 2.7-6.9 months) for patients with platinum-resistant disease. Grade 3/4 neutropenia in 85% of patients; febrile neutropenia in 21% and fatigue (grade 3 in 35%) were the principal safety findings for PM01183. Conclusion:PM01183 is an active drug in platinum-resistant/refractory ovarian cancer and warrants further development. The highest activity was observed in platinum-resistant disease. Its safety profile indicates the dose should be adjusted to body surface area (mg/m2). Trial code:EudraCT 2011-002172-16.
SUBMITTER: Poveda A
PROVIDER: S-EPMC5452066 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Jun
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
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