Immunotherapy combo shows promise against tough lung cancer

NCT ID NCT02402920

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This early-phase trial tested the safety and best dose of pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy drug) when given alongside chemotherapy and radiation for people with small cell lung cancer. The goal was to see if this combination could help the immune system fight the cancer more effectively. The study included 83 participants with either limited or extensive stage disease.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • M D Anderson Cancer Center

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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