Analyzing the tumor environment in gastric cancer patients receiving immunotherapy and chemotherapy

Using Single-cell Sequencing to Explore Tumor Microenvironment in Gastric Cancer Patients Treated With Combined Immunotherapy and Chemotherapy

Observational Chinese PLA General Hospital · NCT06202781

This study looks at how the tumor environment changes in gastric cancer patients receiving both immunotherapy and chemotherapy to see what makes the treatment work better for some people than others.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment28 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 70 Years
SexAll
SponsorChinese PLA General Hospital Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsnivolumab, sintilimab, chemotherapy, immunotherapy
Locations1 site (Beijing, Beijing)
Trial IDNCT06202781 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to analyze the tumor microenvironment (TME) in gastric cancer patients who are treated with a combination of immunotherapy and chemotherapy. It will profile the TME before and after treatment to understand the mechanisms behind the efficacy of this combined approach. Additionally, the study will compare patients with different treatment responses to identify crucial factors that influence treatment outcomes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 to 70 with advanced gastric adenocarcinoma who are eligible for specific chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments.

Not a fit: Patients with a history of other malignancies, prior treatments, or those not receiving the specified chemotherapy and immunotherapy will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights that enhance the effectiveness of combined immunotherapy and chemotherapy for gastric cancer patients.

How similar studies have performed: While this study focuses on a specific combination of treatments, similar approaches in analyzing the tumor microenvironment have shown promise in other cancer types.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Non-bedridden, aged 18 to 70 years old;
* Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) score is 0 to 1;
* Histologically confirmed gastric adenocarcinoma with evaluable lesions based on RECIST 1.1;
* Advanced gastric cancer;
* Ready for receiving S-1 plus oxaliplatin chemotherapy and either nivolumab or sintilimab

Exclusion Criteria:

* History of other malignant diseases in the last 5 years;
* Prior chemotherapy, radiotherapy or immunotherapy;
* Not receiving S-1 plus oxaliplatin chemotherapy and either nivolumab or sintilimab.

Where this trial is running

Beijing, Beijing

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Gastric CancerTumor MicroenvironmentImmunotherapyChemotherapy
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.