Updated May 2026 · ClinicalTrials.gov
A Study of ASP2998 Given by Itself and Given With Standard Therapies in People With Solid Tumors
A Phase 1b/2 Study of ASP2998 as Monotherapy and in Combination With Standard Therapies in Participants With Locally Advanced Unresectable or Metastatic Solid Tumors
A Study of ASP2998 Given by Itself and Given With Standard Therapies in People With Solid Tumors (NCT07287995) is a Phase 1 / Phase 2 interventional studying Locally Advanced or Metastatic Malignant Solid Tumors, sponsored by Astellas Pharma Global Development, Inc.. RECRUITING as of the most recent ClinicalTrials.gov update. Talk to your doctor before contacting the trial site.
About This Trial
Specific proteins found in tumors help the tumors spread and grow. People with solid tumors often have a protein called TROP2 in their tumor. ASP2998 is being developed to attach to TROP2 and then attack the tumor cells in people with solid tumors. ASP2998 will either be given by itself, or given together with one or more of standard cancer treatments pembrolizumab, carboplatin, and enfortumab vedotin. This is an early development study to collect information about ASP2998 in people with solid tumors. In this study ASP2998 will be given to humans for the first time. Early development studies are mostly about safety, but also to find the most suitable dose. Other aims are to check if ASP2998 shows signs of reducing tumor growth, to learn how the body processes ASP2998, and to check if there are changes either in the TROP2 protein or in the immune system. The main aim of the study is to check the safety of ASP2998 when given by itself and given with the standard cancer treatments, and how well it is tolerated. People in this study will be adults with locally advanced, unresectable or metastatic solid tumors. Locally advanced means the cancer has spread to nearby tissue. Unresectable means the cancer cannot be removed by surgery. Metastatic means the cancer has spread to other parts of the body. People's cancer came back or became worse after previous treatment or they couldn't receive treatment. Some people who had previously refused treatment may be able to take part. This will depend on which study treatment they receive. People will either have cancer in the bladder lining (urothelial cancer), non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), gastric cancer or cancer where the food pipe joins the stomach (gastroesophageal cancer, or GEJ), or certain types of breast cancer. People cannot take part if the cancer cells have spread to the thin tissue covering the brain and spinal cord (leptomeningeal disease), have symptoms of cancer in the brain or nervous system, or need medicines to suppress their immune system. In this study, ASP2998 will be given to humans for the first time. ASP2998 will either be given by itself, or given together with one or more of standard cancer treatments pembrolizumab, carboplatin and enfortumab vedotin. The standard cancer treatment given will depend on which cancer people have. The study will have 2 parts. In Part 1, different small groups of people will receive lower to higher doses of ASP2998 given by itself or together with one or more of the standard cancer treatments. Any medical problems will be recorded for each dose. This is done to find suitable doses of ASP2998 to use in Part 2. In Part 2, other different small groups will receive suitable doses of ASP2998 worked out from Part 1. ASP2998 will either be given by itself or given together with one or more of the standard cancer treatments. This part will also check how each type of cancer responds to ASP2998 when given by itself or together with the standard cancer treatments. In both parts of the study, safety checks will be done at each visit, and the doctors will continue to check for medical problems throughout the study. ASP2998 will be given slowly through a tube into a vein (infusion). People will continue to receive ASP2998 until their cancer gets worse, they can't tolerate ASP2998, they start other cancer treatment, they or the doctor decides the person should stop receiving ASP2998.
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 Locally Advanced or Metastatic Malignant Solid Tumors, 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.
A target enrollment of 428 participants makes this a sizable late-stage trial. Studies in this range typically have enough power to detect clinically meaningful differences from a comparator and to characterize less-common side effects.
Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)
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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Treatments Being Tested
ASP2998
Intravenous infusion
Pembrolizumab
Intravenous infusion
Enfortumab Vedotin
Intravenous infusion
Carboplatin
Intravenous infusion
Locations (6)
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.
How to Talk to Your Doctor About This Trial
Bring the printable summary of this trial — including the NCT ID (NCT07287995), the sponsor (Astellas Pharma Global Development, Inc.), 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 NCT07287995 clinical trial studying?
Specific proteins found in tumors help the tumors spread and grow. People with solid tumors often have a protein called TROP2 in their tumor. ASP2998 is being developed to attach to TROP2 and then attack the tumor cells in people with solid tumors. ASP2998 will either be given by itself, or given together with one or more of standard cancer treatments pembrolizumab, carboplatin, and enfortumab vedotin. This is an early development study to collect information about ASP2998 in people with solid tumors. In this study ASP2998 will be given to humans for the first time. Early development studies … The full protocol is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov and includes the primary outcome measures, eligibility criteria, and study endpoints.
Who can participate in NCT07287995?
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 NCT07287995?
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?
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How This Page Is Built
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Last updated 2026-05-08 · Data from ClinicalTrials.gov.