Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Phase2; Phase3 Interventional Ages 18 to 75

Treatment for primary central nervous system lymphoma using R-IDARAM and intrathecal chemotherapy

Official title: Treatment of Primary CNS Lymphoma With Systemic R-IDARAM Chemotherapy and Intrathecal Immunochemotherapy

Run by Navy General Hospital, Beijing · NCT02657785 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests a new treatment combining R-IDARAM and intrathecal chemotherapy to see if it helps people with primary central nervous system lymphoma feel better and live longer.

Quick facts

PhasePhase2; Phase3
Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
Enrollment100 (estimated)
SponsorNavy General Hospital, Beijing
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Beijing, Beijing Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedSeptember 2010
Main results expectedDecember 2028
Study endsDecember 2030
Registry record updatedSeptember 9, 2020
Trial IDNCT02657785 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 75 with newly diagnosed, histologically proven non-Hodgkin's lymphoma localized to the brain, meninges, CSF, or eyes.

Probably not a fit

Patients with other involved sites, significant comorbidities, or previous malignancies may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of R-IDARAM combined with intrathecal immunochemotherapy in patients with primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL). The study aims to assess response rates, progression-free survival, overall survival, and toxicity associated with this treatment approach. Participants will receive systemic and intrathecal chemotherapy, with radiotherapy deferred to a later stage if necessary. The trial is designed to provide insights into the potential benefits of this combined treatment strategy for PCNSL.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly improve survival rates and quality of life for patients with primary central nervous system lymphoma.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is innovative, similar studies have shown promise in treating PCNSL with combined therapies, indicating potential for success.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria:

* Newly diagnosed histologically proven non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL).

Exclusion criteria:

* Involved sites other than the brain, meninges, CSF, or the eyes.
* Age less than 18 years or greater than 75 years.
* Inadequate bone marrow capacity (defined as neutrophils\<1.5 ×10\^9/L, platelets \<100 ×10\^9/L, and hemoglobin level\< 8 g/dL).
* Known cause of immunosuppression (ie, HIV type I infection).
* Any previous malignancy.
* Creatinine clearance below 60 mL/min.
* Heart insufficiency (NYHA IIIB or IV).
* Uncontrolled infection.
* Noncompensated active pulmonary or liver disease.
* Previously treated for PCNSL, except by corticosteroids.

Where it's running

  • Navy General Hospital
    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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