Evaluating outcomes of surgery in early-stage lung cancer patients

Real-world Clinical Outcomes of Patients With Early-stage Lung Cancer After the Surgery: A Retrospective Multi-center Study (EarlyLC-RW)

Observational Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences · NCT06483698

This study is testing how well different types of surgery work for people with early-stage lung cancer to help improve treatment decisions.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment20000 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 85 Years
SexAll
SponsorCancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy, radiation
Locations1 site (Beijing, Beijing Municipality)
Trial IDNCT06483698 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess the long-term clinical outcomes and efficacy of surgical interventions in patients with early-stage lung cancer using real-world data. It focuses on determining the optimal surgical strategies and identifying risk factors associated with early-stage lung cancer. Participants will undergo surgical procedures such as sublobar resection or lobectomy, and their outcomes will be analyzed to provide insights that could enhance clinical decision-making and patient management. The study seeks to gather comprehensive data from patients aged 18 to 85 who meet specific eligibility criteria.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 85 with stage I lung cancer who have not received prior chemotherapy or radiation therapy.

Not a fit: Patients who have previously undergone chemotherapy, radiotherapy, or other anti-tumor therapies may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical strategies and better management of early-stage lung cancer, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in evaluating surgical outcomes in lung cancer, but this specific approach utilizing real-world data is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Aged between 18 and 85;
2. Did not receive neoadjuvant therapy before surgery;
3. No history of radiation therapy;
4. Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) score is 0-1;
5. Have complete clinically relevant information including imaging data;
6. All patients underwent relevant preoperative examinations;
7. Stage I lung cancer (International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer/The Union for International Cancer Control staging eighth edition);

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Have previously received chemotherapy, radiotherapy and other anti-tumor therapy;
2. Data loss and error in medical records due to human/objective reasons.

Where this trial is running

Beijing, Beijing Municipality

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 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.