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The well-established role of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) in carcinogenesis and tumor angiogenesis has led to the development of agents that target this pathway. Anti-VEGF agents the VEGF monoclonal antibody bevacizumab, and the small molecule VEGF receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitors. Angiogenic factors play a key role in the maintenance of lung integrity and normal endothelial function. Endothelial dysfunction has been implicated in hypertension, proteinuria and retinopathy. One of the major issues of anti-VEGF agents is its long-term toxicity especially taking into account the lack of adequate knowledge in this area and the possibility of prolonged periods of therapy in non-progressing patients. Hypertension and proteinuria are commonly seen in patients treated with anti-VEGF agents. In addition, we have also observed in a relatively high frequency of pulmonary air-filled lesions in patients with malignancy in the lung treated with an anti-VEGF agent. Objectives of this exploratory study are to 1) determine the effect of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) on endothelial function 2) determine endothelial dysfunction as a marker of early response and as an indicator for the development of hypertension and proteinuria 3) characterize the effect of anti-VEGF therapy on the pulmonary function of patients with malignancy (primary or secondary) involving the lung in patients treated with anti-VEGF agents. Pharmacodynamic endpoints to be assessed are: blood pressure, brachial artery reactivity, retinal microvessels, microalbuminuria and proteinuria, pulmonary function, assess the effects of anti-VEGF therapy by assessing brachial artery reactivity, retinal vasculature and pulmonary function in a subset of patients receiving anti-VEGF therapy. The development of markers of endothelial dysfunction may result in the early identification of patients who are non-responders or develop toxicity from anti-VEGF treatment.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| patients on anti-VEGF therapy | This study aims to assess the pharmacodynamic effects of anti-VEGF therapy. The following groups of patients will be approached: Those who are starting on anti-VEGF therapy (such as but not limited to bevacizumab, sunitinib, and sorafenib) as part of routine clinical management or on clinical studies All patients must be aged aged ≥ 21 years All patients must have a signed written informed consent prior to study enrollment. A separate consent will be obtained from patients already involved in a clinical study using anti-VEGF treatment. Patients with a known allergy to intravenous contrast used in fluorescein and indocyanine green angiography will be exempt from these investigations but will undergo other study assessments. |
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Effect of VEGF on endothelial function and on retinal microvasculature and the pulmonary function of patients with malignancy (primary or secondary) involving the lung. | until 4 weeks after end of treatment |
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Those who are starting on anti-VEGF therapy (such as but not limited to bevacizumab, sunitinib, and sorafenib) as part of routine clinical management
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| Name | Affiliation | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Ross Andrew Soo, MBBS, MRCP | National University Hospital, Singapore | Principal Investigator |
| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| National University Hospital | Singapore | Singapore |
| PubMed Identifier | Type | Citation | Retractions |
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| 11104784 | Background | Kasahara Y, Tuder RM, Taraseviciene-Stewart L, Le Cras TD, Abman S, Hirth PK, Waltenberger J, Voelkel NF. Inhibition of VEGF receptors causes lung cell apoptosis and emphysema. J Clin Invest. 2000 Dec;106(11):1311-9. doi: 10.1172/JCI10259. | |
| 16446323 | Background | Veronese ML, Mosenkis A, Flaherty KT, Gallagher M, Stevenson JP, Townsend RR, O'Dwyer PJ. Mechanisms of hypertension associated with BAY 43-9006. J Clin Oncol. 2006 Mar 20;24(9):1363-9. doi: 10.1200/JCO.2005.02.0503. Epub 2006 Jan 30. |
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| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D006973 | Hypertension |
| D011507 | Proteinuria |
| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D014652 | Vascular Diseases |
| D002318 | Cardiovascular Diseases |
| D014555 | Urination Disorders |
| D014570 | Urologic Diseases |
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| D052776 |
| Female Urogenital Diseases |
| D005261 | Female Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy Complications |
| D000091642 | Urogenital Diseases |
| D052801 | Male Urogenital Diseases |
| D020924 | Urological Manifestations |
| D012816 | Signs and Symptoms |
| D013568 | Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms |