Can a 72-Hour infusion protect the brain after radiosurgery?

NCT ID NCT07841106

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First seen Sep 25, 2026 · Last updated Oct 02, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

Researchers are testing recombinant human endostatin (Endostar) in people with non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to the brain and who are scheduled for stereotactic radiosurgery. The trial compares giving Endostar early, within two weeks after radiosurgery, with giving it later as a rescue treatment. The main goal is to see whether the drug reduces peritumoral brain edema, the swelling around tumors, and whether it is safe. Participants receive four cycles of a 72-hour continuous intravenous infusion, one cycle every three weeks.

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Active substance
recombinant human endostatin (Endostar), given as a 72-hour intravenous infusion
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a way to prevent or ease the brain swelling that radiosurgery can cause in people with lung cancer that has spread to the brain.
What could go wrong
This is a small Phase 2 trial with 49 participants, so any benefit seen may not hold up in larger studies. Endostar is given by a 72-hour continuous infusion, which may be inconvenient, and it can carry risks such as bleeding or blood pressure changes.

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Phase

Phase 2

Tests whether the treatment actually works, and watches for side effects, in a larger group.

Participants

About 49 people

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Expected to start

Sep 2026

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Expected to finish

Apr 2028

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Other sponsor

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Ages

18 to 75 years

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Anyone

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Inclusion Criteria 1. Karnofsky performance status (KPS) score ≥60. 2. Histologically or cytologically confirmed non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). 3. Baseline contrast-enhanced brain MRI confirms 1-15 brain metastases, with a total volume of all lesions \<15 mL, and the largest lesion with a maximum diameter ≤4.0 cm or volume ≤10 mL. 4. Cohort A: Planned to receive SRS, and baseline MRI shows significant peritumoral edema (edema index \>2), where EI = (tumor volume + edema volume) / tumor volume. Cohort B: Radiographic (MRI) evidence of radiation-induced brain edema/necrosis after SRS (usually ≥3 months after SRS). 5. Prior or concurrent radiotherapy for extracranial lesions is allowed. Prior TKI, chemotherapy, or immunotherapy is allowed. After enrollment, systemic therapy may be continued or adjusted according to clinical need. 6. Within 14 days before study treatment, bone marrow and major organ function must meet the following criteria: ANC ≥1.5×10\^9/L; platelets ≥100×10\^9/L; hemoglobin ≥90 g/L; total bilirubin ≤1.5×ULN; AST and ALT ≤1.5×ULN; serum creatinine ≤1.5×ULN or CrCl ≥45 mL/min; INR ≤1.5; APTT ≤1.5×ULN; urine protein \<2+; if urine protein ≥2+, 24-hour urine protein \<2 g. 7. Female patients of childbearing potential must have a negative serum pregnancy test within 7 days before enrollment. All patients of reproductive potential must agree to use highly effective contraception during the study and for 6 months after the last dose. 8. Patients voluntarily participate, have signed the written informed consent form (ICF), and are expected to comply with and follow all study requirements. Exclusion Criteria 1. Known allergy to Endostar or any of its excipients. 2. Received any other anti-angiogenic therapy within 4 weeks before the first dose. 3. Uncontrolled hypertension despite medication (SBP \>150 mmHg and/or DBP \>100 mmHg). 4. History of major bleeding (e.g., hemoptysis, gastrointestinal bleeding) or current active bleeding, bleeding tendency, or coagulation disorder. 5. History of arterial thromboembolic events (e.g., MI, unstable angina, CVA, or TIA) within 6 months before the first dose. 6. Symptomatic CHF (NYHA Class ≥ II) or severe arrhythmia requiring treatment. 7. Severe hepatic/renal insufficiency: total bilirubin \>1.5×ULN; or ALT/AST \>2.5×ULN; or serum creatinine \>1.5×ULN and CrCl \<45 mL/min. 8. Urine protein ≥++, or 24-hour urine protein ≥2.0 g. 9. History of gastrointestinal perforation, active gastrointestinal bleeding, intra-abdominal abscess, or active IBD. 10. Symptomatic uncontrolled brain metastasis hemorrhage or obvious intracranial hypertension crisis, as judged by the investigator. 11. Contraindications to MRI. 12. Pregnant or lactating women. 13. Any severe acute/chronic medical condition, psychiatric disorder, or laboratory abnormality that may increase risk, interfere with results, or affect the investigator's judgment of the patient's ability to complete the study. 14. Poor compliance, and the patient is not expected to complete all necessary treatment and follow-up assessments.

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