NCT00002506

Who might be able to join this trial:

• You have been diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma (a type of cancer) confirmed by a tissue test (biopsy)
• Your cancer has not responded to standard treatments for local disease, or to systemic (whole-body) treatments for cancer that has spread, or you have chosen not to pursue other systemic treatments
• Your cancer is located in one of several possible areas, including the cervix, head and neck, skin, esophagus, lung, or penis (other sites may also be eligible — confirm with trial site)
• Your cancer can be measured or detected, either through a physical exam or imaging scans like X-ray, CT, or MRI
• You are 18 years of age or older
• You are reasonably well and able to carry out daily activities (not severely limited by your illness)
• Your blood cell counts, liver function, and kidney function are within acceptable ranges (confirmed by blood tests)
• If you previously had brain metastases (cancer spread to the brain), they have already been treated and responded to that treatment

Who may not be able to join:

• You currently have active cancer in the brain that is not being controlled
• You have had a heart attack within the last 6 months
• You have heart failure that requires medication
• You have an irregular heartbeat that requires medication
• You need supplemental oxygen or feel short of breath while at rest
• You have a long-term condition that weakens your immune system
• You are HIV positive
• You are pregnant (a pregnancy test will be required), or you are able to have children and are not using adequate birth control
• You are currently taking immunosuppressive drugs (medicines that suppress your immune system), such as cyclosporin
• You are currently taking corticosteroids (a type of anti-inflammatory medication)
• You have had chemotherapy within the last 3 weeks and have not yet recovered from its side effects
• The area of your cancer being measured for the trial was previously treated with radiation, unless it can be shown that the cancer has continued to grow or spread there

Important: Always verify eligibility with the trial site directly before applying.