Investigating treatment strategies for ovarian metastatic colorectal cancer

Impact of Different Treatment Strategies on the Prognosis of Ovarian Metastatic Colorectal Cancer Patients: a Prospective, Multi-center, Real-world Study

Observational West China Hospital · NCT04716257

This study is testing different treatment options for patients with ovarian metastatic colorectal cancer to see if combining chemotherapy with surgery or other local treatments helps them live longer compared to just chemotherapy alone.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment400 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexFemale
SponsorWest China Hospital Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations4 sites (Guangzhou, Guangdong and 3 other locations)
Trial IDNCT04716257 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This prospective, multi-center, real-world study aims to evaluate the impact of various treatment strategies on patients with ovarian metastatic colorectal cancer. It will collect and analyze data from patients who meet specific inclusion criteria and have provided informed consent. The study will focus on comparing systemic chemotherapy combined with oophorectomy or other local treatments against chemotherapy alone, assessing their effects on patient prognosis and survival outcomes in a real-world setting.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women aged 18 and older with histologically confirmed colorectal adenocarcinoma and ovarian metastasis.

Not a fit: Patients who do not have confirmed ovarian metastatic colorectal cancer or those with significant medical or psychological disorders may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into the most effective treatment strategies for ovarian metastatic colorectal cancer, potentially improving patient outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on colorectal cancer treatments, this specific approach focusing on ovarian metastasis is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Histologically confirmed colorectal adenocarcinoma;
2. Histologically or radiologically diagnosed with ovarian metastasis, whether or not combined with metastases in other organs;
3. Women ≥18 years of age;
4. Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group performance status score ≤2;
5. Available imaging data if the disease is measurable according to RECIST criteria version 1.1; patients are eligible if there is no measurable lesion.
6. Complete medical records;
7. Informed consent form signed.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Not ovarian metastatic colorectal cancer confirmed by radiology or histology;
2. Drug abuse or other medical, psychological and social disorders that would interfere with cooperation with the requirements of the study;
3. Other conditions that would influence patient compliance;
4. Pregnant or breastfeeding female; male and female unwilling to take any contraceptive measures.

Where this trial is running

Guangzhou, Guangdong 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 Ovarian MetastasisColorectal Cancer
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.