New hope for rare cancers: drug combo shows promise in early trial

NCT ID NCT06041503

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This phase 2 trial is testing a combination of two drugs, enfortumab vedotin and pembrolizumab, in people with rare cancers of the bladder, urinary tract, or testicles. The study aims to see if these drugs can shrink tumors or slow disease progression. About 68 adults will receive the drugs intravenously over several cycles, with treatment continuing for up to 5 years if it helps.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
enfortumab vedotin and pembrolizumab
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a new treatment option for people with rare genitourinary cancers that are hard to treat.
What could go wrong
This is an early-phase trial with only 68 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The drugs can cause side effects like nerve damage, skin reactions, and immune-related issues.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    RECRUITING

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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