New drug combo shows promise for rare uterine cancer in early trial

NCT ID NCT05870761

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This phase II trial is testing whether combining niraparib (a PARP inhibitor) and dostarlimab (an immunotherapy) can shrink or control recurrent or persistent uterine serous carcinoma. The study enrolled 8 women whose cancer had returned after standard chemotherapy. Researchers are measuring how many patients respond and how long the benefit lasts.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

niraparib and dostarlimab

What this could lead to

If this combination works, it could offer a new treatment option for women with recurrent uterine serous carcinoma that has not responded to standard chemotherapy.

What could go wrong

This is a very small phase II trial with only 8 participants, so results may not apply to a larger population. The combination may not shrink tumors or improve survival, and side effects from PARP and PD-1 inhibitors can be serious.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

endometrial serous adenocarcinoma

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center

    Columbus, Ohio, 43210, United States