New combo therapy aims to control lung cancer spread in the chest

NCT ID NCT07482605

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is for people with a specific type of lung cancer (EGFR-positive adenocarcinoma) that has spread to the lining of the chest, causing fluid buildup. Researchers are testing whether combining a daily targeted pill (furmonertinib) with focused chest radiation can safely control the cancer and fluid longer than the drug alone. About 63 participants will be followed to see how long the cancer stays under control and to check for side effects.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

furmonertinib (a targeted cancer pill) and chest radiotherapy

What this could lead to

If successful, this combination could offer a new, more effective treatment option for people with EGFR-mutant lung cancer that has spread to the lining of the chest, potentially delaying disease progression.

What could go wrong

This is an early-phase trial with only 63 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The combination may cause side effects like lung inflammation or fatigue, and it's not yet proven to be better than standard treatments.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Adenocarcinoma of Lung lung adenocarcinoma lung cancer lung neoplasm non-small cell lung carcinoma Pleural Effusion, Malignant

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.