Evaluating QL1706 for Treating Resectable Colon Cancer

A Phase Ib/III, Open-Label, Randomized Study of Neoadjuvant QL1706 Versus Standard of Care in Participants With Untreated of Microsatellite Instability-high or Mismatch Repair-deficient, Resectable Colon Cancer

Phase 3 Interventional Qilu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. · NCT06686576

This study is testing a new treatment called QL1706 for people with certain types of colon cancer to see if it can help them during their surgery and recovery.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 3
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment363 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorQilu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Industry-sponsored
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy, immunotherapy
Locations1 site (Guangzhou)
Trial IDNCT06686576 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to assess the effectiveness of QL1706 in patients with untreated, resectable colon cancer characterized by microsatellite instability high (MSI-H) or defective mismatch repair (dMMR). Participants will receive QL1706 in conjunction with CAPEOX during the perioperative period. The study focuses on individuals with specific staging of colon cancer to determine the treatment's efficacy and safety. The trial is designed to provide insights into how this intervention can improve outcomes for patients with this type of cancer.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals with untreated, resectable stage IIB-III colon adenocarcinoma exhibiting MSI-H/dMMR characteristics.

Not a fit: Patients with distant metastatic disease or those who have previously received any form of antitumor therapy will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly improve survival rates and outcomes for patients with MSI-H/dMMR colon cancer.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is focused on a specific treatment for a defined patient population, similar studies targeting MSI-H/dMMR cancers have shown promising results in the past.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Signed written informed consent;
* Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group Performance Status of 0 or 1
* Untreated pathologically confirmed colon adenocarcinoma
* Radiographic assessment showed a resectable stage IIB-III based on AJCC Stage VIII (cT4 or cN+ only).
* Has a tumor demonstrating the presence of MSI-H/ dMMR
* Adequate organ function as described in the protocol

Exclusion Criteria:

* Previously received any antitumor therapy for the disease under study, including surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, etc
* Has distant metastatic disease.
* Has an active autoimmune disease that has required systemic treatment in past 2 years
* Has know history of, or any evidence of interstitial lung disease;
* Has an active infection requiring systemic therapy

Where this trial is running

Guangzhou

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 Colon Cancer
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 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.