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Viral Specific T-Lymphocytes to Treat Adenovirus or CMV

Phase 1
Active, not recruiting
Conditions
Cytomegalovirus Infections
Adenovirus
Interventions
Biological: Adenovirus Specific T- Lymphocytes
Biological: Cytomegalovirus Specific T-Lymphocytes
Registration Number
NCT04364178
Lead Sponsor
Jessie L. Alexander
Brief Summary

The primary purpose of this phase I/II study is to evaluate whether partially matched, ≥2/6 HLA-matched, viral specific T cells have efficacy against adenovirus and CMV in subjects who have previously received any type of allogeneic HCT or solid organ transplant (SOT), or have compromised immunity. Reconstitution of anti-viral immunity by donor-derived cytotoxic T lymphocytes has shown promise in preventing and treating infections with adenovirus and CMV. However, the weeks taken to prepare patient-specific products, and cost associated with products that may not be used limits their value. In this trial, we will evaluate viral specific T cells generated by gamma capture technology. Eligible patients will include HCT and/or SOT recipients, and/or patients with compromised immunity who have adenovirus or CMV infection or refractory viremia that is persistent despite standard therapy. Infusion of the cellular product will be assessed for safety and efficacy.

Detailed Description

If a subject shows a partial response, defined as a decrease in viral load of at least 50% from baseline or 50% improvement of clinical signs and symptoms, or no response, they are eligible to receive up to 4 additional cellular infusions from the same donor, at a minimum of 14-day intervals. If the same donor is no longer available, eligible, or appropriate, another donor may be considered for a maximum of 4 total cellular infusions at the discretion of the study PI and treating physician. A subject will not exceed a maximum of 5 total infusions from 2 donors.

Subjects are followed for 1 year post initial viral-specific T cell infusion. If subjects receive additional infusion(s), GvHD and adverse events will be followed for an additional 90 days from last infusion. Data may be abstracted from subjects' medical charts for an additional 1 year after most recent viral-specific T cell infusion.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
25
Inclusion Criteria

Not provided

Exclusion Criteria
  1. Received ATG or Alemtuzumab within 28 days of viral-specific T cell infusion and a lack of evidence of T cell survival, defined by <10 CD3+ T cells/uL (in unique situations, plasmapheresis may be considered).

  2. Active acute GVHD grades II-IV.

  3. Active severe chronic GVHD.

  4. Received donor lymphocyte infusion, with the exception of a fraction of an umbilical cord blood, within 21 days of viral-specific T cell infusion. Subjects receiving a fraction of an umbilical cord blood within 21 days of the viral-specific T cell infusion will not be excluded.

  5. Active and uncontrolled relapse of malignancy.

  6. Anticipated initiation of new lymphotoxic therapy within 4 weeks of viral-specific T cell infusion.

  7. Patients who are pregnant or lactating.

  8. Past or current medical problems or findings from physical examination or laboratory testing that are not listed above, which, in the opinion of the investigator, may pose additional risks to participation in the study, may interfere with the participant's ability to comply with study requirements, or that may impact the quality or interpretation of the data obtained from the study.

  9. Donor Exclusion Criteria

    1. Patients who are pregnant
    2. Patients who are HIV positive
    3. Uncontrolled infection
    4. Deemed high risk due to pre-existing medical condition

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
SINGLE_GROUP
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
Viral Specific T-LymphocytesCytomegalovirus Specific T-LymphocytesPeripheral blood mononuclear cells will be collected from the donor and loaded onto our Miltenyi Biotec CliniMACS Prodigy® or CliniMACS® Plus where they will be stimulated in vitro with viral-specific antigen(s). The cells are then immunomagnetically labeled with interferon gamma via the cytokine capture system. By this method, viral specific, gamma-secreting T cells, are captured in a closed, sterile system.
Viral Specific T-LymphocytesAdenovirus Specific T- LymphocytesPeripheral blood mononuclear cells will be collected from the donor and loaded onto our Miltenyi Biotec CliniMACS Prodigy® or CliniMACS® Plus where they will be stimulated in vitro with viral-specific antigen(s). The cells are then immunomagnetically labeled with interferon gamma via the cytokine capture system. By this method, viral specific, gamma-secreting T cells, are captured in a closed, sterile system.
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Grade III-IV Acute Graft versus host diseaseDay 0 through 90 days after last cellular infusion

The number of patients who develop Grade III-IV acute graft versus host disease (GVHD) attributed to the viral specific T cells.

CTCAE Grade 4/5 Adverse EventsDay 0 through 30 days from last cellular infusion

The incidence of patients who develop CTCAE Grade 4/5 Adverse events

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Viral load by Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)Baseline through study completion, an average of 6 months

The pace at which the viral load is undetectable in whole blood or plasma

Antiviral AgentsDay 0 through study completion, an average of 6 months

The introduction of concomitant antiviral medication post infusion, if any

Immune ReconstitutionBaseline through study completion, an average of 6 months

The pace of systemic immune reconstitution

6-month Survival (continuous)First cellular infusion to 6 months post first cellular infusion

Number of deaths that occurred from treatment

Viral load from Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL)Baseline through study completion, an average of 6 months

The pace at which the viral load is undetectable from bronchial washing

Viral load from StoolBaseline through study completion, an average of 6 months

The pace at which the viral load is undetectable from stool sample

Viral load from fluid/tissueBaseline through study completion, an average of 6 months

The pace at which the viral load is undetectable from other fluid/tissue sample

Clinical response to viral specific infusionBaseline through study completion, an average of 6 months as clinically indicated

By imaging and symptomatology

Viral load from Respiratory Viral Panel (RVP)Baseline through study completion, an average of 6 months

The pace at which the viral load is undetectable from nasopharyngeal swab

Viral load from UrineBaseline through study completion, an average of 6 months

The pace at which the viral load is undetectable from urine sample

Trial Locations

Locations (2)

Jessie Alexander

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Palo Alto, California, United States

Lucile Packard Children's Hospital

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Palo Alto, California, United States

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