Daunorubicin vs ABV Chemotherapy in HIV-Associated Kaposi's Sarcoma Treatment
Daunorubicin (liposomal)
+ Bleomycin sulfate
+ Vincristine sulfate
Blood-Borne Infections+21
+ Urogenital Diseases
+ Genital Diseases
Treatment Study
Summary
This study focuses on treating HIV-associated Kaposi's Sarcoma, a type of cancer that can develop in people with HIV. The research aims to compare the safety and effectiveness of two different treatment options: Daunoxome (daunorubicin liposomal) and a combination chemotherapy known as ABV (Adriamycin/Bleomycin/Vincristine). Both treatments will be used alongside antiretroviral therapy, a standard treatment for HIV. The goal is to understand which treatment option works better and causes fewer side effects, potentially improving care for individuals with this condition. During the study, participants will receive either Daunoxome or ABV, in addition to their regular antiretroviral therapy. The researchers will monitor the severity and time of onset of any side effects from the start of therapy. They will also compare how long the responses to treatment last, the rate of responses, and the time it takes for responses to occur. This will help them understand the benefits and risks of each treatment approach.
Protocol
This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.Treatment Study
Eligibility
Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria: person's general health condition or prior treatments.Any sex
Biological sex of participants that are eligible to enroll.Over 18 Years
Range of ages for which participants are eligible to join.Healthy volunteers not allowed
If individuals who are healthy and do not have the condition being studied can participate.Conditions
Pathology
Criteria
Study Centers
These are the hospitals, clinics, or research facilities where the trial is being conducted. You can find the location closest to you and its status.This study has 13 locations
Univ of Arizona / Arizona Cancer Ctr
Tucson, United StatesOpen Univ of Arizona / Arizona Cancer Ctr in Google MapsKenneth Norris Jr Cancer Hosp
Los Angeles, United StatesDesert Hosp Comprehensive Cancer Ctr
Palm Springs, United StatesSaint Francis Mem Hosp
San Francisco, United States