Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Development of endotype-based biomarkers to guide care for CRSwNP patients

Official title: The DEBATE Study "DEvelopment of Endotype-based Biomarkers for the Monitoring of Greek pATiEnts With CRSwNP"

Run by AstraZeneca · NCT07663409 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests whether inflammatory endotypes can be used to tailor treatment for adults with chronic rhinosinusitis with or without nasal polyps in Greece.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment230 (estimated)
SponsorAstraZeneca
Industry-sponsored
Locations4 sites (Alexandroupoli and 3 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 29, 2026
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2029
Study endsDecember 31, 2029
Registry record updatedJuly 22, 2026
Trial IDNCT07663409 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults (≥18) with severe/uncontrolled CRSwNP or CRSsNP, with available nasal tissue samples and, for CRSwNP, evidence of disease burden and appropriate surgical indications per guidelines.

Probably not a fit

Patients not fitting the endotype-focused responder profile, or without available tissue samples, may not benefit from endotype-driven insights.

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

What this trial studies

This observational study collects data on inflammatory markers and disease burden in Greek adults with CRSwNP or CRSsNP. It aims to identify endotypes based on inflammatory profiles to better tailor future biologic therapies. No interventions are administered as part of the study; data collection informs endotype-based strategies. Participants may withdraw at any time, and data handling respects consent preferences. Data sources include clinical assessments and available tissue samples from prior or planned sinus surgery.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: Identification of inflammatory endotypes may enable more precise selection of therapies for CRSwNP patients in the future.

How similar studies have gone: Other observational studies have linked inflammatory endotypes with disease phenotype and treatment responses in CRS, supporting the potential value of endotype-based approaches.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Age ≥ 18 years
* If CRSwNP group:

Physician-diagnosed severe, uncontrolled CRSwNP according to the EUFOREA/EPOS 2020 and ICAR-RS 2021 guidelines with:

* CRSwNP severity consistent with the need for surgery as defined by a total nasal polyp score (NPS) of ≥5 (≥2 for each nostril)
* Nasal Congestion Score (NCS) of ≥2
* Ongoing documented symptoms of CRSwNP for \> 8 weeks before surgery

If CRSsNP group:

Diagnosis of CRSsNP according to the EUFOREA/EPOS 2020 and ICAR-RS 2021 guidelines

* Have performed in the period between 2012 and enrolment or are scheduled to perform endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) for the first time at enrolment
* Have available nasal polyp tissue sample from the first endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS)
* Have provided signed and dated written informed consent
* If CRSwNP group:

Patients receiving any standard of care treatment for CRSwNP, provided the participant is stable on that treatment for ≥30 days

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with cystic fibrosis or immunodeficiency
* Presence of acute exacerbation of CRS symptoms within 2 weeks prior to surgery
* Use of systemic corticosteroids within 30 days prior to surgery, or antileukotrienes within 15 days prior to surgery, or biologic therapy prior to surgery
* Not adequate amount (\<0.15g) or quality (e.g. storage temperature, contamination) of tissue sample for analyses
* Not available blood (serum) sample, only for patients scheduled to perform endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) for the first time at the date of enrolment, for analyses.

Where it's running

  • Research Site
    Alexandroupoli, Greece
    Recruiting
  • Research Site
    Athens, Greece
    Not yet recruiting
  • Research Site
    Heraklion, Greece
    Not yet recruiting
  • Research Site
    Thessaloniki, Greece
    Not yet recruiting

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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.
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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.