Neoadjuvant chemotherapy followed by surgery for locally advanced cervical cancer

Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Followed by Radical Hysterectomy for the Treatment of Locally Advanced Cervical Cancer: A Prospective Cohort Study

Phase 2 Interventional Peking Union Medical College Hospital · NCT03963882

This study is testing if giving chemotherapy before surgery helps women with locally advanced cervical cancer respond better to treatment.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 2
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment60 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 45 Years
SexFemale
SponsorPeking Union Medical College Hospital Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations1 site (Beijing, Beijing)
Trial IDNCT03963882 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of neoadjuvant chemotherapy in patients with locally advanced cervical cancer. Sixty participants will receive two cycles of chemotherapy using paclitaxel and cisplatin, followed by imaging assessments to determine their response. Those who show an objective response will undergo radical hysterectomy, while others will discuss alternative treatment options. The study aims to assess both imaging and pathological responses to improve treatment outcomes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are women aged 18 to 45 with confirmed locally advanced cervical cancer (FIGO stage IB2 to IIB).

Not a fit: Patients with distant metastasis or those who do not meet the inclusion criteria will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance treatment effectiveness and outcomes for patients with locally advanced cervical cancer.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with neoadjuvant chemotherapy in similar patient populations, indicating potential for success.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Confirmed primary adenocarcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma or adenosquamous carcinoma of the uterine cervix
* FIGO stage IB2 to IIB
* Type II or III radical hysterectomy or trachelectomy
* Performance status of Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) 0-1
* Aged 18 years to 45 years
* Well cardiopulmonary, liver and kidney functions for neoadjuvant chemotherapy
* Signed an approved informed consents

Exclusion Criteria:

* Not satisfying any of the inclusion criteria

Where this trial is running

Beijing, Beijing

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 Neoadjuvant ChemotherapyLocally Advanced Cervical CancerRadical HysterectomyObjective ResponseLaparoscopyLaparotomyConcurrent ChemoradiotherapyAdjuvant Therapy
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.