Monitoring minimal residual disease in stage III lung cancer

Prospective, Observational Study of Molecular Residual, Dynamic Monitoring and Recurrence of Stage III Driver Mutated NSCLC

Observational Shanghai Chest Hospital · NCT06443684

This study is testing if tracking small amounts of cancer DNA in the blood can help predict if stage III lung cancer will come back and improve treatment for patients with this condition.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment305 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorShanghai Chest Hospital Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations11 sites (Xiamen, Fujian and 10 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06443684 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to investigate the role of dynamic monitoring of minimal residual disease (MRD) in patients with stage III driver mutated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It focuses on whether MRD status can predict recurrence events and assess prognosis in these patients. By analyzing peripheral blood samples for driver gene mutations, the study seeks to stratify the risk of recurrence and improve treatment outcomes. The research is particularly relevant given the low survival rates associated with stage III NSCLC.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older with confirmed stage III non-small cell lung cancer and positive molecular testing for specific driver genes.

Not a fit: Patients with other malignancies within the past five years or those with conditions affecting follow-up may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved monitoring and treatment strategies for patients with stage III NSCLC, potentially enhancing survival rates.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise in using MRD monitoring for cancer prognosis, indicating potential success for this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Patients with stage III non-small cell lung cancer were confirmed by imaging and histological biopsy
2. Age≥ 18
3. ECOG PS:0-1
4. Tumor molecular testing by EBUS or biopsy confirmed positive for one or more of the following driver genes:EGFR\\ALK\\ROS1\\RET\\KRAS\\PIK3CA\\BRAF\\HER2\\MET
5. Patients who met and agreed to surgery or radical chemoradiotherapy, and the remaining samples after cutting tissue sections did not affect the possible further clinical treatment of the subject
6. Provide 20 mL peripheral blood samples periodically
7. The subjects volunteered to join the study, and signed the informed consent form, with good compliance, and actively cooperated with the hospital for routine clinical diagnosis and treatment follow-up

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Patients with other malignancies within 5 years
2. According to the investigator, the patient also had other diseases that may affect the follow-up and short-term survival
3. The subject had other factors that may lead to the termination of the study, such as other serious diseases (including mental illness), serious laboratory abnormalities, and family or social factors that affected the safety of the subject, or the collection of data and samples

Where this trial is running

Xiamen, Fujian and 10 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 Non Small Cell Lung 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.