Exploring how tumor microenvironment changes affect treatment for esophageal cancer

Influence Mechanism of Tumor Microenvironment Changes on Neoadjuvant Therapy for Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University · NCT05894369

This study is testing how changes in inflammation and the tumor environment affect the success of treatment for patients with esophageal cancer who are receiving chemotherapy and immunotherapy.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment10 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 80 Years
SexAll
SponsorRenmin Hospital of Wuhan University (other)
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy, immunotherapy
Locations1 site (Wuhan, Hubei)
Trial IDNCT05894369 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the role of inflammatory factors in the blood and their predictive value on the prognosis of patients with esophageal squamous cell carcinoma undergoing neoadjuvant chemotherapy combined with immunotherapy. It aims to collect baseline patient information and laboratory data before and during treatment to understand how inflammation and the tumor microenvironment influence treatment efficacy. The study will involve patients admitted to Hubei Provincial People's Hospital from May 2023 to December 2024, with a target enrollment of 60 participants.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 80 with a confirmed diagnosis of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma at clinical stages II-IVA who are eligible for neoadjuvant therapy.

Not a fit: Patients with a life expectancy of less than 6 months, those with distant metastasis at diagnosis, or individuals with other significant health issues may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment strategies for patients with esophageal cancer, enhancing their overall survival rates.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is exploring new mechanisms, similar studies have shown promise in understanding the tumor microenvironment's impact on treatment outcomes.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion criteria:

The patient's age between 18 to 80 years old; Esophageal squamous cell carcinoma with definite pathological diagnosis and II-IVA clinical stage Preoperative neoadjuvant chemotherapy combined with immunotherapy The score of eastern cooperative oncology group is 0 \~ 1 Exclusion criteria

The estimated survival time is less than 6 months; The first diagnosis had distant metastasis Suffering from malignant tumor or accompanying malignant disease in the past 5 years Pregnant or pregnant women. Vulnerable groups (those without informed ability, minors, vagrants, students and subordinates of researchers, employees of bidders)

Where this trial is running

Wuhan, Hubei

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.

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Conditions: Esophageal Cancer, neoadjuvant therapy, immunotherapy, overall survival, efficacy, safety

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.