Experimental drug combo targets sarcoma before surgery

NCT ID NCT05116254

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

Summary

This early-stage trial tested a drug called AZD1390, which blocks DNA repair, given with or without an immunotherapy (durvalumab) plus standard radiation before surgery for soft tissue sarcoma. The goal was to see if the combination is safe and tolerable, especially regarding wound healing after surgery. Only 12 people took part, and the study was stopped early, so results are very limited.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

AZD1390 (a drug that blocks DNA repair) combined with radiotherapy, and sometimes with durvalumab (an immunotherapy)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could point toward a new treatment option for soft tissue sarcoma that combines targeted drugs with standard radiotherapy.

What could go wrong

This was a very early (Phase 1) trial that was terminated early with only 12 participants. The combination may cause significant side effects, especially wound healing problems after surgery.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

sarcoma soft tissue sarcoma

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Antoni van Leeuwenhoek

    Amsterdam, 1066CX, Netherlands