New drug combo shows promise in shrinking lung tumors before surgery

NCT ID NCT07452003

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study is testing a new drug called QL1706, which helps the immune system fight cancer, combined with standard chemotherapy before surgery for people with stage IIB-IIIB non-small cell lung cancer. About 30 participants will receive three cycles of the drug combo, then have surgery to remove the tumor. The goal is to see how many patients have a major response (tumors mostly gone) and to monitor safety and long-term outcomes.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
QL1706 (a bispecific antibody targeting PD-1 and CTLA-4) plus platinum-based chemotherapy
What this could lead to
If successful, this combination could become a new standard perioperative treatment for resectable non-small cell lung cancer, potentially improving survival and reducing recurrence.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Immune-related side effects are possible, and the treatment may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

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  • Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences

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    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100730, China

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