New hope for brain cancer: targeted drug shows promise in early trial

NCT ID NCT04906902

First seen Feb 28, 2026 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study tests a drug called acalabrutinib in people whose central nervous system lymphoma has returned or not responded to prior therapy. The trial has two phases: first to find the safest dose, then to see how well it shrinks tumors. About 49 participants will take the drug by mouth and be monitored for side effects and response.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

  • Dana Farber Cancer Institute

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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