This phase I/II trial studies the best dose and side effects of recombinant human EGF-rP64K/montanide ISA 51 vaccine (CIMAvax) and nivolumab and to see how well they work in treating patients with non-small cell lung cancer or squamous head and neck cancer that has spread to other places in the body. Vaccine therapy, such as CIMAvax vaccine may help slow down and stop tumor growth. Immunotherapy with monoclonal antibodies, such as nivolumab and pembrolizumab, may help the body's immune system attack the cancer, and may interfere with the ability of tumor cells to grow and spread. Giving CIMAvax vaccine together with nivolumab or pembrolizumab may work better in treating patients with non-small cell lung cancer or squamous head and neck cancer.
A Phase I/II Basket Trial of the EGF Vaccine CIMAvax in Combination with the Anti-PD1 Therapy in Patients with Advanced NSCLC or Squamous Head and Neck Cancer
To inquire about participating in these studies, call 1-800-ROSWELL (1-800-767-9355) or e-mail askroswell@roswellpark.org.