Comparing treatments for early-stage NK/T cell lymphoma

A Multicenter, Phase 3, Randomized Trial of Sequencial Chemoradiotherapy with or Without Toripalimab (PD-1 Antibody) in Newly Diagnosed Early-Stage Extranodal Natural Killer/T Cell Lymphoma, Nasal Type (ENKTL)

PHASE3 · Sun Yat-sen University · NCT04365036

This study is testing whether adding a new antibody treatment to the standard therapy helps people with early-stage NK/T cell lymphoma do better.

Quick facts

PhasePHASE3
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment207 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorSun Yat-sen University (other)
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy, immunotherapy, toripalimab
Locations1 site (Guangzhou, Guangdong)
Trial IDNCT04365036 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of sequential chemoradiotherapy with or without the PD-1 antibody, toripalimab, in patients with newly diagnosed early-stage extranodal natural killer/T-cell lymphoma, nasal type. It is a multicenter, phase 3 randomized trial that will involve multiple treatment centers. Participants will receive either the standard treatment or the treatment combined with toripalimab to determine which approach yields better outcomes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-75 with newly diagnosed stage I/II extranodal natural killer/T-cell lymphoma, nasal type.

Not a fit: Patients with aggressive NK cell leukemia or those who have previously received treatment for lymphoma may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a more effective treatment option for patients with early-stage NK/T cell lymphoma.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using PD-1 antibodies in similar contexts, suggesting potential for success in this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* biopsy proved extranodal natural killer/T-cell lymphoma, nasal type;
* newly diagnosed stage I/II patients;
* at least one evaluable lesion;
* ECOG PS 0-2;
* 18-75 years; without other malignancy;
* proper functioning of the major organs.

Exclusion Criteria:

* hemophagocytic syndrome or aggressive NK cell leukemia;
* involvement of central nervous system;
* previously received treatment of chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy or biotherapy for lymphoma;

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.

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Conditions: NK/T Cell Lymphoma Nos

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.