Evaluating the safety of HRX215 after liver surgery for colorectal cancer

Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of HRX215 in Participants After Major Hepatectomy, Preceded by Two Open Pilot Parts in Participants After Minor and After Major Hepatectomy Due to Colon Carcinoma Metastases

Phase1; Phase2 Interventional HepaRegeniX GmbH · NCT06638502

This study is testing if a new medication called HRX215 is safe for adults who have just had surgery for liver cancer from colorectal cancer.

Quick facts

PhasePhase1; Phase2
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment80 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorHepaRegeniX GmbH Industry-sponsored
Locations4 sites (Rochester, Minnesota and 3 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06638502 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to assess the safety and tolerability of HRX215 in adults who have recently undergone surgical removal of liver metastases due to colorectal carcinoma. Participants will receive either HRX215 or a placebo twice daily for 28 days, with daily check-ups for the first week and follow-up visits at two weeks, three months, and six months post-treatment. The study will also evaluate how the body processes HRX215 and compare clinical outcomes such as ICU days and mortality rates between the treatment and placebo groups.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are stable adults aged 18 to 75 who have undergone liver resection for colorectal cancer metastases and have normal liver function.

Not a fit: Patients with liver cirrhosis, other liver cancers, or significant preoperative complications may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a new therapeutic option to improve recovery and outcomes for patients after liver resection.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is novel in the context of HRX215, similar studies evaluating post-surgical treatments have shown promise in improving recovery outcomes.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Participants with liver metastases originating from colon carcinoma planned for R0-intended hepatectomy for colorectal liver metastases
* Part 1 only: stable participants within 1-3 days after minor liver resection, normal non-tumor liver parenchyma
* Part 2 and 3 only: Major liver resection.
* Low estimated risk for post-hepatectomy liver failure PHLF

Further inclusion criteria apply

Exclusion Criteria:

* Liver Cirrhosis
* Preoperative presence of clinical ascites
* Any other hepatobiliary cancer
* BMI \>35 kg/m2
* ASA Score \>4
* Peritoneal carcinomatosis

Further exclusion criteria apply

Where this trial is running

Rochester, Minnesota and 3 other locations

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 Liver ResectionColorectal Carcinoma Liver Metastases
Last reviewed 2026-06-10 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.