πŸ›οΈ Verified NIH Record β€’ Updated 2025-07-17

177Lu-DOTATATE Modified Delivery Based on Individualized Dosimetry (NCT06395402)

🟒 Recruiting Phase2 πŸ’Š Investigational Drug / Biologic Sponsor: University of Iowa

🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The goal of this study is to learn if individualized dosimetry-based prescribing of Lutetium-177 DOTATATE (Lutathera, Novartis Pharmaceuticals) improves treatment outcomes for adults with unresectable neuroendocrine tumors. To investigate this, study participants will: * Undergo Somatostatin Receptor (SSTR) positron emission tomography (PET) imaging, such as a DOTATOC PET/CT scan * Be randomized to receive standard treatment (as per FDA guidelines) or investigational treatment (customized dosing of Lutathera based upon dosimetry) * Undergo blood tests for 4 to 8 weeks after each Lutathera treatment * Complete patient reported outcome questionnaires * Visit the clinic for follow-up about every 8 weeks.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Iowa β€” Iowa City, Iowa

Age range: 18 Years

πŸ§ͺ Interventions in This Study

πŸ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" β€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria β†—

πŸ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Iowa β€” Iowa City, Iowa

πŸ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (319) 356-3656

Email: stephen-a-graves@uiowa.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

πŸ’° Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA Β§ 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

πŸ’‘ How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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