Gruppo Oncologico Del Nord-ovest
Clinical trials sponsored by Gruppo Oncologico Del Nord-ovest, explained in plain language.
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Trials from this sponsor expected to report results within the next 12 months.
- New trial aims to shrink colorectal tumors before surgery with targeted drugs Results expected May 2027 (estimated)
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Can immunotherapy alone eliminate stomach tumors and spare patients surgery?
Cure OngoingResearchers are testing whether a combination of two immunotherapy drugs, tremelimumab and durvalumab, can treat MSI-high gastric or gastroesophageal junction cancer without immediate surgery. The trial enrolls adults with resectable tumors and gives the drugs before a planned op…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gruppo Oncologico del Nord-Ovest • Aim: Cure
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a short burst of radiation plus triple chemotherapy wipe out rectal cancer before surgery?
Cure OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether a short course of radiation followed by a powerful three-drug chemotherapy regimen (FOLFOXIRI) can completely eliminate tumors in people with locally advanced rectal cancer before they undergo surgery. The study enrolls adults aged 18 to 70 w…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gruppo Oncologico del Nord-Ovest • Aim: Cure
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Second chance: blood test guides retreatment for tough colorectal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study is for people with a certain genetic type of advanced colorectal cancer (BRAF V600E) who previously benefited from a specific drug combination (encorafenib plus cetuximab). Researchers want to see if giving these drugs again, guided by a blood test that looks for cance…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gruppo Oncologico del Nord-Ovest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat nasopharyngeal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether combining pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) with olaparib (a PARP inhibitor) can shrink tumors in people with nasopharyngeal cancer that has become resistant to platinum-based chemotherapy. The study plans to enroll 30 adults whose cancer has …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gruppo Oncologico del Nord-Ovest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Could taking breaks from skin cancer drug keep it working?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a new way of taking the drug sonidegib for people with advanced basal cell carcinoma that cannot be surgically removed. Instead of taking the drug continuously, patients who have already achieved a complete response will take it in cycles with breaks (14 days on/…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gruppo Oncologico del Nord-Ovest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to tame advanced colon cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether a combination of three drugs—trifluridine/tipiracil, capecitabine, and bevacizumab—can safely control metastatic colorectal cancer in people who are not healthy enough for standard intensive chemotherapy. The first part finds the best dose, and the s…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Gruppo Oncologico del Nord-Ovest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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DNA-Guided chemo aims to stop colon cancer return
Disease control PausedThis study tests whether using a blood test for circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) can help doctors decide if patients with stage II or III colon cancer need stronger chemotherapy after surgery. The trial compares standard chemo with a more intense regimen (FOLFOXIRI) and an additiona…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gruppo Oncologico del Nord-Ovest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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New combo therapy before surgery shows promise for rare skin cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving a short course of chemotherapy plus immunotherapy before surgery can improve outcomes for people with Merkel cell carcinoma, a rare skin cancer. About 36 adults with operable tumors will receive one cycle of retifanlimab and platinum-etoposide befo…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gruppo Oncologico del Nord-Ovest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC