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A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Study of Apixaban for the Prevention of Thromboembolic Events in Patients Undergoing Treatment for Advanced Cancer: A Phase 2 Pilot Study
In Brief
A Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating Apixaban and Placebo for Thrombosis and 2 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 130 participants across 14 sites in 2 countries.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to learn whether apixaban is well-tolerated and acceptable as anticoagulant therapy, when administered to patients with advanced or metastatic cancer and at increased risk for venous thromboembolic events. Demonstration of a favorable benefit:risk profile could lead to significant reduction in this serious and sometimes fatal complication of ongoing cancer and its treatment.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Oral tablets administered once daily in 5-, 10-, or 20-mg dose
Oral tablets administered once daily