Radiation plus immunotherapy may make inoperable liver cancer operable

NCT ID NCT07305428

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

Summary

This pilot study is testing whether combining stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) with immunotherapy can shrink liver tumors that are too large or widespread to be surgically removed. The goal is to make these tumors operable, giving patients a chance at curative surgery. The study will enroll 30 adults with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and will measure how many patients are successfully downstaged to become surgical candidates.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) followed by immunotherapy drugs

What this could lead to

If successful, this approach could allow some patients with inoperable liver cancer to become candidates for surgery, potentially improving their long-term survival.

What could go wrong

This is a very early pilot study with only 30 participants. It is not yet known if the combination will be effective or safe, and immunotherapy can cause serious side effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hepatocellular carcinoma

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Queen Mary Hospital

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    Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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