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Updated May 2026 · ClinicalTrials.gov

RECRUITINGPhase 1 / Phase 2INTERVENTIONAL

Enfortumab Vedotin and Stereotactic Radiation for Localized, Cisplatin Ineligible Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer

Stereotactic Treatment With neoAdjuvant Radiotherapy and Enfortumab Vedotin: a Phase I/II Study With Safety Lead-In for Localized, Cisplatin Ineligible, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer (STAR-EV)

Enfortumab Vedotin and Stereotactic Radiation for Localized, Cisplatin Ineligible Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer (NCT06394570) is a Phase 1 / Phase 2 interventional studying Bladder Cancer, sponsored by University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. RECRUITING as of the most recent ClinicalTrials.gov update. Talk to your doctor before contacting the trial site.

Important: This information is not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

About This Trial

STAR-EV will evaluate the combination of enfortumab vedotin plus radiotherapy (RT) as neoadjuvant treatment for muscle invasive bladder cancer prior to radical cystectomy surgery. The study will use "dose escalation" to evaluate the safety and efficacy of study treatment at three dose regimens: Level 0: EV treatment followed by RT to the bladder Level 1: EV treatment with RT starting on Cycle 2, Day 15 Level 2: EV treatment with RT starting on Cycle 1, Day 15 Following completion of EV+RT neoadjuvant therapy, all subjects will undergo surgery as part of routine care.

What Stage of Research Is This?

Phase 1 trials test a new treatment for the first time in humans, focusing on safety, dosing, and how the body processes the drug. For Bladder Cancer, a Phase 1 study typically enrolls a small number of participants — often healthy volunteers or patients who have exhausted standard treatment options. Phase 1 results determine whether a treatment moves into larger Phase 2 efficacy studies.

This trial is currently recruiting participants. The sponsor has registered the study with ClinicalTrials.gov as actively enrolling, which means new applicants who meet the eligibility criteria can be considered for screening. Trial status can change between updates — confirm current recruiting status with the study contact before traveling for a screening visit.

With a target enrollment of 19 participants, this is a small study — typical of early-phase research, rare-disease trials, or pilot studies designed to generate preliminary signal before a larger study is launched.

Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)

Who May Qualify: 1. Urothelial carcinoma of the urinary bladder stage cT2-4a (AJCC 8th edition) N0M0 planned for radical cystectomy. Mixed cell types with variant histologies (including squamous, plasmacytoid, adenocarcinoma, sarcomatoid, micropapillary, nested, and lipid cell variants) are allowed as long as any urothelial histology is present (i.e. -not 100% variant histology). Small cell/neuroendocrine component is excluded. 2. Ineligibility for cisplatin-based chemotherapy based on treating physician assessment and any of the following "Galsky criteria": renal insufficiency (Creatinine Clearance \<60ml/min by standard institutional calculation method), \>=grade 2 peripheral neuropathy, \>=grade 2 hearing loss, New York Heart Association (NYHA) class III heart failure; a combination of these; or patient refusal. 3. Age \>=18. 4. Performance status Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) 0-1 5. Adequate organ and marrow function as defined below: •Hematologic: -Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) \>=1500/mm3 - Platelet count \>=100x109/L - blood count (hemoglobin) at least 9 g/dL •Hepatic: - Serum bilirubin ≤ 1.5 × upper limit of normal (ULN) or ≤ 3 × ULN for subjects with Gilbert's disease - Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) ≤ 2.5 × ULN •Renal: - No end stage renal disease requiring dialysis allowed 6. All men, as well as women of child-bearing potential must agree to use adequate contraception (hormonal or barrier method of birth control; abstinence) prior to study entry, for the duration of study participation, and for 3 months following completion of study neoadjuvant therapy. Should a woman become pregnant or suspect she is pregnant while participating in this study, she should inform her treating physician immediately. ...See full criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov Always talk to your doctor about whether this trial is right for you.

These are translations of the protocol\'s inclusion and exclusion criteria, simplified for patients and caregivers. The original clinical text appears below. Eligibility is ultimately confirmed by the trial site\'s screening process — this summary is a starting point for a conversation with your doctor, not a final determination.

Original Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Urothelial carcinoma of the urinary bladder stage cT2-4a (AJCC 8th edition) N0M0 planned for radical cystectomy. Mixed cell types with variant histologies (including squamous, plasmacytoid, adenocarcinoma, sarcomatoid, micropapillary, nested, and lipid cell variants) are allowed as long as any urothelial histology is present (i.e. -not 100% variant histology). Small cell/neuroendocrine component is excluded. 2. Ineligibility for cisplatin-based chemotherapy based on treating physician assessment and any of the following "Galsky criteria": renal insufficiency (Creatinine Clearance \<60ml/min by standard institutional calculation method), \>=grade 2 peripheral neuropathy, \>=grade 2 hearing loss, New York Heart Association (NYHA) class III heart failure; a combination of these; or patient refusal. 3. Age \>=18. 4. Performance status Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) 0-1 5. Adequate organ and marrow function as defined below: •Hematologic: -Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) \>=1500/mm3 * Platelet count \>=100x109/L * Hemoglobin ≥ 9 g/dL •Hepatic: * Serum bilirubin ≤ 1.5 × upper limit of normal (ULN) or ≤ 3 × ULN for subjects with Gilbert's disease * Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) ≤ 2.5 × ULN •Renal: * No end stage renal disease requiring dialysis allowed 6. All men, as well as women of child-bearing potential must agree to use adequate contraception (hormonal or barrier method of birth control; abstinence) prior to study entry, for the duration of study participation, and for 3 months following completion of study neoadjuvant therapy. Should a woman become pregnant or suspect she is pregnant while participating in this study, she should inform her treating physician immediately. 6a. A female of child-bearing potential is any woman (regardless of sexual orientation, marital status, having undergone a tubal ligation, or remaining celibate by choice) who meets the following criteria: * Has not undergone a hysterectomy or bilateral oophorectomy; or * Has not been naturally postmenopausal for at least 12 consecutive months (i.e., has had menses at any time in the preceding 12 consecutive months). 7.Ability to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: 1. No prior systemic therapy (except prior therapy for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer \>12 prior to registration) for bladder cancer or prior pelvic radiotherapy. Prior intra-vesical therapies are allowed, including Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer. Prior chemotherapy for other cancers is allowed if given \>=1 year prior to study registration. 2. Baseline \>= Grade 2 sensory or motor neuropathy 3. Subjects may not be receiving any other investigational agents for the treatment of the cancer under study. 4. History of allergic reactions attributed to compounds of similar chemical or biologic composition to enfortumab vedotin or other agents used in study. 5. Uncontrolled intercurrent illness including, but not limited to, ongoing or active infection, symptomatic congestive heart failure, unstable angina pectoris, cardiac arrhythmia, or psychiatric illness/social situations that, in the opinion of the investigator, would limit compliance with study requirements. 6. Subjects must not be pregnant or nursing due to the potential for congenital abnormalities and the potential of this regimen to harm nursing infants.

Treatments Being Tested

DRUG

Enfortumab vedotin

Enfortumab Vedotin administered 1.25mg/kg (max 125mg) IV on Day 1 and Day 8 of each 21 day cycle x 3 cycles

Locations (1)

Trial sites listed on ClinicalTrials.gov for this study. Site activation status can vary — confirm with the specific site before traveling for a screening visit.

UT Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, Texas, United States

How to Talk to Your Doctor About This Trial

Bring the printable summary of this trial — including the NCT ID (NCT06394570), the sponsor (University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center), and the key eligibility criteria — to your next appointment. Your doctor can review the inclusion and exclusion criteria against your medical history, lab values, and current treatments to assess whether you are likely to qualify. They can also help you weigh whether trial participation makes sense alongside your existing care plan.

Useful questions to walk through together: What does the trial protocol require beyond standard care? How long is the active treatment phase, and how long is follow-up? Are there study visits at sites I can reach? Who pays for the trial-specific procedures, and who pays for standard-of-care portions? See our 25 questions to ask about clinical trials guide for a more complete checklist.

Authoritative Sources

The official record for this trial lives on ClinicalTrials.gov — the federal registry maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. For background on how this trial fits into the FDA approval pathway, see the FDA drug approval process. For oncology-specific guidance for patients considering trials, the National Cancer Institute publishes patient-oriented overviews. International trial registries are aggregated by the WHO ICTRP.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NCT06394570 clinical trial studying?

STAR-EV will evaluate the combination of enfortumab vedotin plus radiotherapy (RT) as neoadjuvant treatment for muscle invasive bladder cancer prior to radical cystectomy surgery. The study will use "dose escalation" to evaluate the safety and efficacy of study treatment at three dose regimens: Level 0: EV treatment followed by RT to the bladder Level 1: EV treatment with RT starting on Cycle 2, Day 15 Level 2: EV treatment with RT starting on Cycle 1, Day 15 Following completion of EV+RT neoadjuvant therapy, all subjects will undergo surgery as part of routine care. The full protocol is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov and includes the primary outcome measures, eligibility criteria, and study endpoints.

Who can participate in NCT06394570?

Eligibility for this trial depends on the specific inclusion and exclusion criteria set by the sponsor. The plain-English summary above translates the most important criteria into accessible language; the official clinical text is preserved in the collapsible section underneath. Whether you fit any specific trial is a medical decision your doctor needs to confirm — bring the trial information to your treating physician for a full review against your medical history.

How do I contact the trial site for NCT06394570?

Contact information registered with ClinicalTrials.gov is shown in the sidebar of this page. Before reaching out, confirm with your treating physician that this trial is appropriate for your situation. The trial site will then walk you through the screening process to determine final eligibility.

Is participating in a clinical trial safe?

Clinical trials in the United States are regulated by the FDA and overseen by Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) that review the protocol for safety. Risk varies by trial — Phase 1 studies test new treatments in humans for the first time, while Phase 3 trials use treatments that have already passed earlier safety screening. The informed consent document for any specific trial details the known risks and what to expect. Discuss those risks with your physician before deciding whether to participate.

Where can I verify the data on this page?

Every detail on this page comes directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API. Click "View on ClinicalTrials.gov" in the sidebar to see the official, unmodified record. The federal record is always authoritative; this page is a structured presentation with a plain-English eligibility translation. For background on how clinical trials are regulated, see the FDA drug approval process documentation.

How This Page Is Built

Every field on this page is pulled directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 — no estimates, no proxies. The plain-English eligibility translation is generated from the original protocol text and reviewed for fidelity to the underlying clinical criteria. The original clinical text remains visible in the collapsible section above so users and clinicians can verify the translation. Read the full methodology for the data pipeline and known limitations.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 record for NCT06394570. Maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. Public domain. Cite as: "TrialFinderData. NCT06394570. Data: ClinicalTrials.gov."

Medical disclaimer: This page is informational, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

Last updated 2026-05-08 · Data from ClinicalTrials.gov.