New pill combo may boost rectal cancer remission before surgery

NCT ID NCT06850090

First seen May 04, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether a newer oral chemotherapy drug (TAS-102) works better than the current standard (capecitabine) when given with radiation before surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer. About 210 adults aged 18-75 with stage II or III rectal cancer will take part. The goal is to see if TAS-102 leads to more complete tumor disappearance before surgery, while keeping side effects manageable.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute

    RECRUITING

    Jinan, Shandong, China

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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