Swiss Cancer Institute
Clinical trials sponsored by Swiss Cancer Institute, explained in plain language.
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Could less be more? new trial aims to tame testicular cancer with milder treatment
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a less intense combination of chemotherapy and radiation for people with stage IIA or IIB seminoma, a type of testicular cancer. The goal is to see if a milder treatment can still control the cancer while causing fewer side effects. About 135 participants wi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Swiss Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:23 UTC
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Could fewer shots protect bones just as well? major trial tests every-12-week denosumab
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving denosumab every 12 weeks instead of every 4 weeks is just as effective at preventing bone complications (like fractures or spinal cord compression) in people with metastatic breast or prostate cancer. About 1,380 participants will be followed to co…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Swiss Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:17 UTC
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Radiation plus immunotherapy before lung cancer surgery shows promise in new trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding a special type of radiotherapy to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy before surgery can help people with stage III lung cancer live longer without the cancer coming back. About 90 participants will receive one of three different radiation sche…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Swiss Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:15 UTC
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Smart scans and DNA tests could Fine-Tune lymphoma therapy
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a personalized approach for people with a type of blood cancer called diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. Doctors use special blood tests (ctDNA) and PET scans after two rounds of standard chemo to decide if treatment should be adjusted—either stronger or milder. The …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Swiss Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:13 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to extend life in aggressive lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding chest radiation to an immunotherapy drug (durvalumab) after initial chemotherapy can help people with advanced small cell lung cancer live longer without the disease getting worse. About 46 adults with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer will re…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Swiss Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Bladder cancer breakthrough? new combo aims to save bladders
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether giving a special BCG treatment directly into the bladder, followed by chemotherapy and immunotherapy, can make muscle-invasive bladder cancer disappear before surgery. The goal is to increase the chance of a complete response, so patients might avoid havi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Swiss Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Spinal fluid test could spot hidden lymphoma in the brain
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is testing a new liquid biopsy that looks for tumor DNA in spinal fluid to see if it can better detect lymphoma that has spread to the brain or spinal cord. Researchers will compare this test to standard methods in 64 people newly diagnosed with high-risk B-cell lympho…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Swiss Cancer Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:56 UTC