Virus injection takes on deadly brain tumor in new trial

NCT ID NCT07145047

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This early-stage trial tests whether injecting an oncolytic virus directly into brain tumors can treat recurrent glioblastoma, a fast-growing cancer. Twenty participants will receive up to six injections over several weeks, with regular checkups to monitor safety and tumor response. The goal is to find a tolerable dose and see if the virus can slow or shrink the cancer.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

oncolytic virus

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a new treatment option for recurrent glioblastoma, a brain cancer with few effective therapies.

What could go wrong

This is an early phase 1/2 trial with only 20 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The virus may cause side effects or fail to shrink tumors.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

glioblastoma

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Mianyang Central Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Mianyang, Sichuan, 621000, China

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