Combination treatment for advanced liver cancer

Sintilimab, Bevacizumab Plus Y-90 Selective Internal Radiation Therapy for Patients With Unresectable Intermediate-advanced Hepatocellular Carcinoma: a Prospective, Single-center, Single Arm Trial

Phase 2 Interventional Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University · NCT06397222

This study is testing a new combination of treatments for advanced liver cancer to see if it helps patients live longer and feel better.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 2
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment23 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorSecond Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy, sintilimab, bevacizumab, radiation
Locations1 site (Guangzhou, Guangdong)
Trial IDNCT06397222 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the efficacy and safety of a combination treatment involving sintilimab, bevacizumab, and selective internal radiation therapy (SIRT) for patients with unresectable intermediate-advanced hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). It is a single-center, prospective study enrolling 23 patients who will receive the treatments over a period of up to 24 months. The primary endpoint is progression-free survival, while secondary endpoints include overall survival and response rates.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients with unresectable intermediate-advanced HCC who have at least one measurable untreated lesion and meet specific health criteria.

Not a fit: Patients with extensive liver involvement or significant vascular invasion are unlikely to benefit from this treatment.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could improve survival rates and quality of life for patients with advanced liver cancer.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar combination therapies in treating advanced liver cancer, indicating potential for success.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Unresectable HCC (BCLC stage B/C or CNLC II/III) with diagnosis confirmed by histology/cytology or clinically
* At least one measurable untreated lesion
* Intrahepatic tumors can be treated with 1-2 sessions of SIRT
* Child-Pugh score 5-7
* Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group performance status (ECOG PS) of 0 or 1
* Life expectancy of at least 3 months
* Patients with active hepatitis B are allowed, but they need to receive antiviral treatment to achieve a HBV DNA\<10\^3 IU/mL
* Patients with hepatitis C need to finish the anti-HCV treatment

Exclusion Criteria:

* tumor extent ≥70% liver occupation
* Tumor thrombus involving main portal vein or both the first left and right branches of portal vein
* Vena cava invasion
* Central nervous system metastasis
* Metastatic disease that involves major airways or blood vessels
* Patients who previously received hepatic arterial infusion chemotherapy (HAIC), transarterial chemoembolization (TACE), transarterial embolization (TAE), radiotherapy, systemic therapy for HCC
* History of organ and cell transplantation
* Prior esophageal and/or gastric varices bleeding
* Hepatic dysfunction, such as ascites, esophagogastric varices, hepatic encephalopathy
* Evidence of portal hypertension with high risk of bleeding
* Use of immunosuppressive medications within 4 weeks prior to the first dose of study treatment
* Major surgical procedure or unhealed wound, ulcer, or fracture within 4 weeks prior to the first dose of study treatment
* Any life-threatening bleeding event within the previous 3 months, including the need for blood transfusion, surgical or localized treatment, or ongoing drug therapy
* Peripheral blood white blood cell count \<3×10\^9/L and platelet count \<50×10\^9/L
* Prolonged prothrombin time \>4 seconds
* Severe organ (heart, lung, kidney) dysfunction
* History of other malignancies
* Co-infection with hepatitis B and C viruses
* Human immunodeficiency virus infection
* Pregnant or lactating patients

Where this trial is running

Guangzhou, Guangdong

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 Hepatocellular Carcinoma Non-resectableHepatocellular CarcinomaSintilimabBevacizumabYttrium-90
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.