Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 20 and up

Evaluating treatment outcomes for colorectal cancer patients using an immunomodulator

Official title: Clinical Outcomes of Treatment With Immunomodulator Plus Standard Anti-cancer Therapies for Patients With Colorectal Cancer: A Retrospective Study

Run by Taichung Veterans General Hospital · NCT06557668 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if adding a new treatment called Astragalus Polysaccharide Injection can help colorectal cancer patients do better with their cancer therapies.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages20 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment250 (estimated)
SponsorTaichung Veterans General Hospital
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Taichung and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedAugust 20, 2024
Main results expectedJuly 2026
Study endsJuly 2026
Registry record updatedJanuary 29, 2026
Trial IDNCT06557668 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include adults aged 20 and older who have been diagnosed with colorectal cancer and have started anti-cancer therapies between January 1, 2020, and April 30, 2024.

Probably not a fit

Patients who have not been diagnosed with colorectal cancer or those who have not initiated anti-cancer therapies during the specified timeframe may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the survival and treatment outcomes of colorectal cancer patients receiving anti-cancer therapies, comparing those treated with and without an immunomodulator called Astragalus Polysaccharide Injection. Colorectal cancer is a prevalent condition with often unsatisfactory treatment results, and this research aims to explore how targeting the tumor microenvironment may enhance therapy effectiveness. By analyzing clinical data and survival status from medical records, the study seeks to provide insights into the potential benefits of combining immunomodulators with standard cancer treatments. The findings could guide physicians in making informed treatment recommendations for their patients.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved survival rates and treatment outcomes for colorectal cancer patients.

How similar studies have gone: While the use of immunomodulators in cancer treatment is an emerging area, this specific approach with Astragalus Polysaccharide Injection has not been extensively tested in similar studies.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Aged 20 years and older.
* Patients who have been given a diagnosis of colorectal cancer.
* Patients had previously initiated anti-cancer therapies between January 1, 2020, and Apr 30, 2024.

Exclusion Criteria:

* None

Where it's running

  • Taichung Veterans General Hospital
    Taichung, Taiwan
    Recruiting
  • Chung-Shan Medical University Hospital
    Taichung, Taiwan
    Not yet recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.