Sun Yat-sen University
Clinical trials sponsored by Sun Yat-sen University, explained in plain language.
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New cocktail therapy shows promise for tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of three drugs (surufatinib, sintilimab, and AG) as a first treatment for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if this mix can shrink tumors or slow the disease. About 32 adults who have not ha…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 01, 2026 16:01 UTC
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New combo attack shrinks advanced head-and-neck cancer in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether combining targeted radiation (SBRT), an immunotherapy drug (PD-1 antibody), and chemotherapy can help control nasopharyngeal cancer that has spread to up to five spots in the body. About 41 adults who have not had prior treatment for their advanced cancer…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:58 UTC
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New combo therapy may slow prostate cancer spread in High-Risk patients
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at men whose prostate cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes after surgery. It compares standard hormone therapy alone versus hormone therapy plus pelvic radiation. The goal is to see if the combination delays cancer return and improves survival. About 374 parti…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:57 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise against tough esophageal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding the drug apatinib to standard chemotherapy and radiation helps people with advanced esophageal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. About 170 adults with this type of cancer will be randomly assigned to receive the standard treatment with or w…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:57 UTC
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New combo attack on liver cancer: immunotherapy plus targeted artery therapies
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of two drugs (toripalimab and bevacizumab) alongside three different artery-directed treatments for people with liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see which artery treatment works best with the drug combo to control the c…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:52 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise against tough esophageal cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called cadonilimab, given with chemotherapy and radiation, for people with advanced esophageal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if this combination can help control the cancer longer and reduce the chance of it coming back. …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:51 UTC
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Can less radiation be just as effective for advanced throat cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether using smaller radiation targets after chemotherapy can control advanced nasopharyngeal cancer while reducing side effects. About 445 patients with stage III to IVa disease will receive standard chemotherapy followed by either standard or reduced radiation…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 28, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Promising drug combo targets deadly brain cancer in new trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding anlotinib hydrochloride to the standard Stupp regimen can help people with newly diagnosed glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. About 150 adults aged 18-75 will receive either the combination or standard treatment alone. The main goal is to se…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:03 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for hard-to-treat nose and throat cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of three drugs (anlotinib, penpulimab, and capecitabine) as a first treatment for people whose nasopharyngeal cancer has spread or returned. About 59 adults aged 18–65 with measurable tumors will receive the therapy. The main goal is to see how long…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:01 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to save bladders in cancer fight
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a treatment plan for muscle-invasive bladder cancer that avoids removing the bladder. Patients first receive chemotherapy plus an immunotherapy drug (toripalimab), followed by radiation therapy with more immunotherapy. The goal is to see if this combination can d…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:01 UTC
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Spinal shot may ease pain after colon cancer surgery
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether giving a single spinal injection of morphine before laparoscopic colon cancer surgery can improve how well patients recover. Many patients still have moderate to severe pain after this surgery, which can slow recovery and increase the need for other pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:56 UTC
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Gut bugs may predict cancer symptoms in kids
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at how the bacteria in the gut (microbiome) are linked to cancer-related symptoms in children aged 5-18 with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Researchers will collect stool samples and symptom reports at several points during chemotherapy. The goal is to understand …
Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 01, 2026 15:57 UTC