Effectiveness of targeted radiotherapy for limited-stage follicular lymphoma

Efficacy of Consolidative Involved-site Radiotherapy Following Effective Chemotherapy for Patients With Limited-stage Follicular Lymphoma: Wuhan University Cancer Center -NHL01 Trial

Phase 3 Interventional Wuhan University · NCT02449252

This study is testing if a specific type of targeted radiotherapy can help people with early-stage follicular lymphoma live longer and stay cancer-free after their initial treatment.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 3
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment120 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
SponsorWuhan University Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation
Locations1 site (Wuhan, Hubei)
Trial IDNCT02449252 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the efficacy of consolidative involved-site radiotherapy (ISRT) for patients diagnosed with limited-stage follicular lymphoma (FL) after receiving effective systemic therapy. The study aims to define optimal target volumes for ISRT, which is recommended by the National Comprehensive Cancer Network as a treatment option. Participants will receive ISRT or involved-field radiotherapy (IFRT) in conjunction with chemotherapy agents such as cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, and vincristine. The trial seeks to improve overall survival and disease-free survival rates for patients with this indolent form of lymphoma.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include males and females aged 18 to 65 with histologically confirmed grade 1 or 2 follicular lymphoma at limited stage.

Not a fit: Patients with severe infections, other malignancies, or those who are pregnant or lactating may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance survival rates and reduce recurrence in patients with limited-stage follicular lymphoma.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with similar radiotherapy approaches, indicating potential for success in this trial.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Both male and female aged range from 18 years to 65 years.
* Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group(ECOG) performance status of 0 or 1.
* All patients had histologically confirmed Follicular lymphoma, grade 1 or 2.
* Limited-stage FL patients at newly diagnosed or recurrent without RT in initial management.
* Adequate organ function.
* Negative pregnancy test.
* Signed informed consent document on file.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Woman who were pregnant or lactating.
* With severe local infection or general infective disease.
* Primary lymphoma in special organ including cuticula, center never system, gastrointestinal tract, testicle, and lung.
* With other second primary malignancy except cutaneum carcinoma.
* Being or planning to participate in other study.
* Any patient who in the opinion of the investigator should not participate in the study.

Withdrawal Criteria:

* Patient are free to withdrawal completely from the study at any time upon request.
* Patient in the study may be stopped with the patient agreement at any time at the discretion of investigator.
* In-field progression on irradiation ongoing.
* Poor tolerability adverse events in the period of chemotherapy or irradiation after enrolled in the study.

Where this trial is running

Wuhan, Hubei

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 Follicular Lymphomalimited stage FLInvolved-site RadiotherapyChemotherapy
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.