Evaluating nivolumab with chemotherapy for early-stage lung cancer in Germany

Neoadjuvant Nivolumab (OPDIVO®) in Combination With Platinum-Based Chemotherapy for Non-Metastatic NSCLC: A German, Nationwide, Prospective, Observational, Multicenter Study in Patients Scheduled to Receive 3 Cycles Nivolumab in Combination With Platinum-Based Chemotherapy for Non-Metastatic (Stage and PD-L1 Expression According to Label) Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Observational Bristol-Myers Squibb · NCT06169956

This study is testing whether combining nivolumab with chemotherapy can improve treatment outcomes for people in Germany with early-stage lung cancer that can be surgically removed.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment400 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorBristol-Myers Squibb Industry-sponsored
Drugs / interventionsnivolumab, chemotherapy
Locations1 site (Kempten (Allgäu), Bavaria)
Trial IDNCT06169956 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to gather and analyze real-world data on the effectiveness of neoadjuvant nivolumab combined with platinum-based chemotherapy in patients with early-stage, resectable non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) in Germany. Participants will be monitored for their treatment outcomes and patient-reported outcomes as they undergo this combination therapy. The study focuses on patients who have a specific level of PD-L1 expression in their tumors, which is crucial for determining eligibility for this treatment approach.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older diagnosed with non-metastatic non-small cell lung cancer and a PD-L1 expression level of 1% or more.

Not a fit: Patients with other primary cancers requiring treatment or contraindications as per the product characteristics may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into the effectiveness of nivolumab combined with chemotherapy, potentially improving treatment outcomes for patients with early-stage lung cancer.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar approaches using nivolumab in lung cancer treatment, indicating potential for success in this observational study.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Aged 18 years or older
* Diagnosis of non-metastatic non-small cell lung cancer with tumor Programmed death-ligand 1 (PD-L1) expression level of 1% or more (tumor proportion score (TPS); according to label approved in the European Union)
* Decision to initiate a neoadjuvant treatment with nivolumab plus platinum-based chemotherapy for treatment of non-small cell lung cancer according to current Summary of product characteristics and independent of the study
* Willing to complete patient-reported outcome questionnaires and sufficient understanding of the German language
* Signed written informed consent
* Other criteria according to current Summary of product characteristics

Exclusion Criteria:

* Current primary diagnosis of cancer other than non-small cell lung cancer that requires systemic or other treatment
* Other contraindications according to current Summary of product characteristics

Where this trial is running

Kempten (Allgäu), Bavaria

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 Resectable Non-small Cell Lung Cancer
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.