Combination Chemotherapy and Rituximab With Pegfilgrastim Followed by Rituximab, in Large B-Cell Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: To be included in this study, you must meet the following criteria: Histologically documented large B-cell, CD20-positive non-Hodgkin's lymphoma No previous treatment Clinical stage II, III, or IV by the Ann Arbor Staging Criteria Age > 70 years ECOG performance status 0, 1, or 2 Adequate bone marrow, liver and kidney function Must give written informed consent prior to entering this trial Exclusion Criteria: You cannot participate in this study if any of the following apply to you: Age < 18 years Central nervous system involvement with lymphoma Coexistent active malignancies treated within five years Active infection precluding the use of combination chemotherapy HIV infection Pregnant or lactating Please note: There are additional inclusion/exclusion criteria. The study center will determine if you meet all of the criteria. If you do not qualify for the trial, study personnel will explain the reasons. If you do qualify, study personnel will explain the trial in detail and answer any questions you may have.
Sites / Locations
- Florida Cancer Specialists
- Tennessee Oncology
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Experimental
Cyclophosphamide/Vincristine/Rituximab +/- Mitoxantrone
All patients receive three courses of combination chemotherapy/rituximab followed by pegfilgrastim, administered at 21-day intervals. Treatment administered is as follows: cyclophosphamide 500mg/m2 IV day 1; mitoxantrone 10mg/m2 IV day 1; vincristine 1.0mg/m2 (maximum 2mg) IV day 1; prednisone 80mg PO days 1 - 5; rituximab 375mg/m2 IV day 1.