Using Amlotinib to treat recurrent craniopharyngiomas

Safety and Efficacy of Anlotinib in the Treatment of Recurrent Craniopharyngioma

Phase1; Phase2 Interventional Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University · NCT06970145

This study is testing if the drug amlotinib can help people with recurring craniopharyngiomas feel better and live longer while keeping an eye on any side effects.

Quick facts

PhasePhase1; Phase2
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment57 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorNanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsanlotinib
Locations1 site (Guangzhou, Guangdong)
Trial IDNCT06970145 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the safety and efficacy of amlotinib in patients with recurrent craniopharyngiomas. It is a single-center, open-label, single-arm study that aims to assess the objective remission rate, progression-free survival, and overall survival of participants. The study also monitors treatment-related adverse events and quality of life. Patients will be closely monitored for their response to the treatment and any side effects experienced during the trial.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-75 with recurrent craniopharyngiomas confirmed by pathology and imaging.

Not a fit: Patients with primary craniopharyngiomas or those with severe uncontrolled health conditions may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could provide a new therapeutic option for patients with recurrent craniopharyngiomas.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is novel for craniopharyngiomas, similar targeted therapies have shown promise in other tumor types.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Age 18-75 years old, regardless of gender
2. recurrent craniopharyngioma (recurrence after total resection or regrowth of residual tumor) confirmed by pathology and imaging data
3. predominantly cystic or solid recurrence of the tumor
4. measurable lesions (according to the RECIST criteria)
5. Karnofsky score ≥ 70, expected survival ≥ 3 months
6. laboratory parameters (liver and kidney function, blood tests, etc.) within the normal range or under control
7. signed informed consent and willing to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Have a combination of other intracranial tumors or severe brain lesions
2. primary craniopharyngioma
3. have severe uncontrolled heart, lung, kidney, or liver disease
4. children, pregnant or breastfeeding women
5. prior treatment with the same investigational drug
6. active infections, including HIV, HBV, or HCV infections
7. patients who do not meet the contraindications to the medication
8. have a history of severe allergy to the investigational drug
9. have psychiatric illnesses or cognitive impairments and unable to complete follow-up visits or understand the purpose of the study

Where this trial is running

Guangzhou, Guangdong

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 CraniopharyngiomasAnlotinibTargeted 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.