Treatment for newly diagnosed untreated mantle cell lymphoma

A Phase 2 Study of Zanubrutinib-rituximab(ZR) in Patients With Newly Diagnosed Untreated Mantle Cell Lymphoma

Phase 2 Interventional The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University · NCT05504603

This study is testing a new treatment without chemotherapy for adults with newly diagnosed mantle cell lymphoma to see if it helps them respond better than current options.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 2
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment20 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorThe First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsrituximab, zanubrutinib, immunotherapy
Locations1 site (Suzhou, Jiangsu)
Trial IDNCT05504603 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This phase II clinical trial investigates the safety and efficacy of a new chemo-free treatment regimen combining zanubrutinib and rituximab in patients over 18 years old with untreated mantle cell lymphoma. The study involves an initial 28-day induction phase followed by four cycles of consolidation therapy, with patients evaluated for response rates through imaging. Those achieving stable disease or progressive disease will be withdrawn, while responders will be stratified for further treatment based on their age and physical status. Eligible patients may receive oral zanubrutinib maintenance or undergo autologous stem cell transplantation based on their fitness for the procedure.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older with histologically confirmed untreated mantle cell lymphoma.

Not a fit: Patients with indolent mantle cell lymphoma or severe liver and kidney dysfunction may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could provide a safer, effective option for patients with newly diagnosed mantle cell lymphoma without the need for chemotherapy.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise with similar immunotherapy approaches, suggesting potential for success in this trial.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Histopathologically or Cytologically confirmed Mantle Cell Lymphoma(excluding indolent Mantle Cell Lymphoma) by the 2008 World Health Organization (WHO) Classification of diseases;
2. Initial untreated patients;
3. Age ≥ 18 years;
4. ECOG score 0-2;
5. Women must not be pregnant or breastfeeding and agree to avoid pregnancy prior to study entry, for the duration of study participation, and for 12 months thereafter. Male patients must agree that their spouses will not become pregnant during the study period and for 12 months thereafter;
6. Patients must have measurable disease (i.e., ≥ 1.0 cm in lymph nodes diameter; or skin lesions assessed by physical examination);
7. Written informed consent obtained from the subject.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Indolent Mantle Cell Lymphoma;
2. Patients with severe liver and kidney dysfunction (alanine aminotransferase, bilirubin, creatinine \> 3 times the upper limit of normal)
3. Uncontrolled active infection, with the exception of tumor-related B symptom fever;
4. Patients with organic heart disease with clinical symptoms or cardiac dysfunction (NYHA grade ≥2);
5. Co-existence of other tumors;
6. Any other psychological conditions that prevent patients from participating in the study or signing the informed consent form.

Where this trial is running

Suzhou, Jiangsu

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 Untreated Mantle Cell LymphomaMantle Cell LymphomaZanubrutinibRituximabASCT
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.