Evaluating surgical options for lung cancer patients after initial treatment

Surgical Strategy of NSCLC Patients After Neo-adjuvant or Induction Treatment

Observational Ruijin Hospital · NCT06534489

This study is testing if switching from a major lung surgery to a smaller one is safe and helpful for lung cancer patients who have already received treatment.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment50 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorRuijin Hospital Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsimmunotherapy
Locations1 site (Shanghai)
Trial IDNCT06534489 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess the feasibility, safety, and prognosis of converting from pneumonectomy to lobectomy in patients with operable non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who have undergone neoadjuvant or induction therapy. The study will involve a multicenter approach with an anticipated sample size of 50 patients over a duration of five years. Participants will undergo a series of preoperative evaluations and treatments, including neoadjuvant immuno-chemotherapy, followed by surgical intervention. Outcomes such as perioperative complications, survival rates, and quality of life will be meticulously recorded and analyzed.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 75 with pathologically confirmed resectable NSCLC who require pneumonectomy and are eligible for neoadjuvant or induction therapy.

Not a fit: Patients with serious cardiac, pulmonary, hepatic, or renal dysfunctions who cannot tolerate surgery will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could improve surgical outcomes and quality of life for lung cancer patients by potentially reducing the need for more invasive pneumonectomy.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is innovative, similar studies have shown promise in improving surgical outcomes for lung cancer patients, suggesting potential for success.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* The patients voluntarily participate in the study, have good compliance, can cooperate with the requirements of the experiment to complete the observation and follow-up, and sign the informed consent form.
* Aged over 18 years old, under 75 years old; male and female are not limited;
* Pathologically confirmed non-small cell lung cancer with clinical stage T2-4N0-2, resectable non-small cell lung cancer, potentially needing pneumonectomy and receiving neoadjuvant or induction therapy.
* ASA score: Grade I-III;
* The cardiopulmonary function evaluation can meet the requirements for radical lung cancer surgery, and the liver and kidney functions are normal.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Those with serious cardiac, pulmonary, hepatic, and renal dysfunctions, unable to tolerate the surgery;
* Those with uncontrollable neurological or psychiatric diseases or mental disorders, poor compliance, and being unable to cooperate and describe the treatment response.
* Those who are going to undergo emergency surgery or palliative surgery due to lung abscess or hemoptysis.
* Those who have been treated, or are undergoing neoadjuvant or induction radiotherapy or targeted therapy.
* Those who have a combined history of other malignant tumors
* Those who have a history of thoracic surgery
* Those who are pregnant or breastfeeding women
* Patients of childbearing age who refuse to use contraception.

Where this trial is running

Shanghai

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 Non-small Cell Lung CancerSurgerylung cancerNeo-adjuvant treatmentpneumonectomy
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.