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Recruiting Phase 3 NCT07443397

NCT07443397 Anlotinib Plus Whole-Brain Radiotherapy for Brain Metastases in SCLC Patients.

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NCT ID NCT07443397
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 3
Sponsor Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences
Condition Whole-Brain Radiotherapy
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 134 participants
Start Date 2025-08-29
Primary Completion 2027-08-31

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 80 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
AnlotinibWhole-brain Radiotherapy

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

Phase 3 trials are large pivotal studies comparing the treatment to current standard of care or placebo. Your participation directly contributes to the evidence needed for regulatory approval.

This trial targets 134 participants in total. It began in 2025-08-29 with a primary completion date of 2027-08-31.

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Brief Summary

This study is a multicenter, randomized, prospective Phase III study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of anlotinib plus whole-brain radiotherapy (WBRT) compared with WBRT alone in small cell lung cancer (SCLC) patients with brain metastases. Additionally, by investigating the association between changes in circulating tumor cell (CTC) levels in peripheral blood and treatment response to the combination of targeted therapy and radiotherapy, we aim to identify a patient subgroup most likely to benefit from this regimen, as well as potential biomarkers predictive of treatment efficacy.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Small cell lung cancer confirmed by pathology, with brain metastases diagnosed either at initial presentation or during treatment, and measurable disease according to RECIST criteria. * The expected survival time is more than 3 months. * Intracranial metastases ≤10. * Adequate organ and bone marrow function. * Women of childbearing potential must agree to use effective contraception during the study and for 6 months after its completion. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who have used antiangiogenic drugs within the previous 1 month. * Non-small cell lung cancer (including combined small cell carcinoma). * Small cell lung cancer with hilar invasion or hemoptysis. * Patients with intracranial acute, subacute cerebral infarction, intracranial lesions acute, subacute hemorrhage. * An unresolved acute toxic reaction period higher than grade 2 of CTC-AE(4.0) due to any prior treatment. * Advanced patients with severe symptoms, tumors that have spread to the internal organs, and a short-term risk of life-threatening complications. * Patients with life-threatening conditions of other severe and/or uncontrolled diseases. * History of prior brain radiotherapy.

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Lei Deng, MD

✉ dengleipumc@163.com

📞 +86-010-87787625

Principal Investigator

Lei Deng, MD

STUDY CHAIR

National Cancer Center/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Science and Peking Union Medical College

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT07443397 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 80 Years, studying Whole-Brain Radiotherapy. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

What phase is the NCT07443397 trial and what does that mean for participants?

Phase 3 trials are large-scale studies comparing the new treatment to existing standards of care or a placebo. They provide the evidence needed for regulatory approval. This trial targets 134 participants.

Is NCT07443397 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT07443397 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at dengleipumc@163.com for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT07443397 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Beijing, China.

Who is sponsoring the NCT07443397 clinical trial?

NCT07443397 is sponsored by Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences. The principal investigator is Lei Deng, MD at National Cancer Center/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Science and Peking Union Medical College. The trial plans to enroll 134 participants.

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