Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Creating organoids from colorectal tumors and liver metastases

Official title: Pilot Feasibility Study for the Development of Organoids From Primary Colorectal Tumors and Synchronous Liver Metastases

Run by Regina Elena Cancer Institute · NCT06787625 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to create mini versions of colorectal tumors and their liver spread to see how certain genes work and find new ways to treat cancer.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment10 (estimated)
SponsorRegina Elena Cancer Institute
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsimmunotherapy
Locations1 site (Rome)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 25, 2024
Main results expectedJanuary 25, 2028
Study endsMay 25, 2028
Registry record updatedJanuary 22, 2025
Trial IDNCT06787625 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults over 18 with a histological diagnosis of colorectal cancer that has metastasized to the liver and are eligible for surgical intervention.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not have colorectal cancer or liver metastases, or those who are not candidates for surgery, may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This pilot feasibility study focuses on developing organoids from primary colorectal tumors and their synchronous liver metastases. The organoids will be utilized to investigate the function of genes influenced by the NF-Y/p53 complex through gene overexpression and silencing. Functional assays will be conducted to assess proliferation, invasion, and motility, as well as interactions with patient-derived immune cells. The goal is to identify new therapeutic pathways for targeted therapy and immunotherapy.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to the discovery of new treatment targets for colorectal cancer and its metastases.

How similar studies have gone: While organoid technology is gaining traction, this specific approach targeting the NF-Y/p53 complex in colorectal cancer is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients \> 18 years
* Histological and cytological diagnosis of colorectal cancer neoplasia that has developed a liver metastasis
* Patients who are candidates for surgery for colorectal cancer with liver metastasis
* Signing of the relevant informed consent form.

Exclusion Criteria:

* All exclusion criteria adopted in surgical protocols will be applied to the study

Where it's running

  • "Regina Elena" National Cancer Institute
    Rome, Italy
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Giulia Piaggio, Biologist — IRCCS National Cancer Institute
  • Study coordinator: Giulia Piaggio, Biologist
  • Email: gialia.piaggio@ifo.it
  • Phone: +39 0652662458

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.