Shorter, smarter treatment for lung cancer shows promise

NCT ID NCT03523702

First seen Mar 12, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 9 times

Summary

This study tested a new approach for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer whose tumors have high levels of a protein called PD-L1. Instead of standard chemotherapy plus radiation, participants received immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) followed by a personalized 4-week course of radiation. The goal was to see if this combination could better control the cancer and delay its spread. The trial involved 25 adults and has been completed.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Montefiore Medical Center

    The Bronx, New York, 10467, United States

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