Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 20 and up

Evaluating biomarkers in advanced biliary tract cancer treatment with lenvatinib and pembrolizumab

Official title: Investigation of Predictive Biomarkers in Patients With Advanced Biliary Tract Cancer Treated With Lenvatinib Plus Pembrolizumab

Run by CHA University · NCT06648057 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if a combination of two drugs, lenvatinib and pembrolizumab, can help people with advanced biliary tract cancer and is looking for clues in their genetic data to see how well the treatment works.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages20 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment100 (estimated)
SponsorCHA University
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsPembrolizumab, Lenvatinib, durvalumab
Locations1 site (Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do)
StatusRecruiting
StartedSeptember 23, 2024
Main results expectedSeptember 23, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2026
Registry record updatedMarch 18, 2026
Trial IDNCT06648057 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include patients aged 20 years or older with confirmed advanced biliary tract cancer who are scheduled to receive lenvatinib and pembrolizumab.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not consent to participate or withdraw their consent will 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 observational study aims to assess the clinical efficacy and safety of a combination therapy using lenvatinib and pembrolizumab in patients with advanced biliary tract cancer (BTC). The research focuses on identifying potential predictive biomarkers by analyzing genetic data from blood and tissue samples. By examining real-world clinical outcomes, the study seeks to enhance understanding of treatment responses and improve future therapeutic strategies for BTC patients.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more personalized treatment options for patients with advanced biliary tract cancer.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown promising results with similar combination therapies in advanced biliary tract cancer, indicating potential for success in this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with histologically or cytologically confirmed advanced biliary tract cancer.
* Patients scheduled to receive Lenvatinib + Pembrolizumab for the treatment of advanced biliary tract cancer.
* ECOG performance status of 0-2.
* Patients aged 20 years or older at the time of treatment initiation.
* Patients who understand and consent to participate in this study, and agree to provide samples obtained during the examination process.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients who do not consent to participate in the study or withdraw their consent.

Where it's running

  • Bundang CHA Medical Center
    Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
    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.
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.