New drug combo aims to shrink rectal tumors before surgery

NCT ID NCT07528209

First seen Apr 24, 2026 · Last updated Apr 24, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether adding an immunotherapy drug (pucotenlimab) to standard chemotherapy (CAPOX) helps shrink tumors more effectively in people with locally advanced rectal cancer. About 556 adults aged 18-75 will be randomly assigned to receive either the drug combo or chemo alone, with some also getting short-course radiation if needed. The goal is to improve the chance of being cancer-free 3 years after surgery.

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Locations

  • Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center

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    Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510060, China

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