Lung cancer showdown: which drug combo works best?

NCT ID NCT07394062

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study follows 400 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer whose tumors have low PD-L1 levels (below 50%). Researchers will compare two standard treatment combos: chemotherapy plus pembrolizumab versus nivolumab plus ipilimumab with chemotherapy. The goal is to see which approach leads to longer survival and better quality of life in everyday medical practice.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
pembrolizumab, nivolumab, ipilimumab, and platinum-based chemotherapy
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help doctors choose the best treatment for advanced lung cancer patients with low PD-L1 levels, improving survival and quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so results may be influenced by patient differences. It won't prove one treatment is better, only provide real-world insights.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ankara Etlik City Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

  • Gazi University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Medical Oncology

    RECRUITING

    Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

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