Immunotherapy drug shows promise for Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer

NCT ID NCT05131919

First seen Jan 09, 2026 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study tests the drug pembrolizumab in 25 adults with a specific type of advanced colorectal cancer (dMMR) that cannot be surgically removed. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors enough to allow surgery or avoid it altogether. Researchers will also look for markers to identify patients who may not need surgery.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Netherlands Cancer Institute

    Amsterdam, 1066 CX, Netherlands

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