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Neoadjuvant chemotherapy + Interval Debulking Surgery

Catholic University of the Sacred Heart · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Neoadjuvant chemotherapy shrinks ovarian tumors before surgical removal, followed by interval debulking surgery to resect remaining disease.

Neoadjuvant chemotherapy shrinks ovarian tumors before surgical removal, followed by interval debulking surgery to resect remaining disease. Used for Advanced ovarian cancer (Stage III-IV) unsuitable for primary cytoreduction.

At a glance

Generic nameNeoadjuvant chemotherapy + Interval Debulking Surgery
SponsorCatholic University of the Sacred Heart
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

This is a combined treatment approach where chemotherapy is administered first to reduce tumor burden and improve resectability, followed by surgical cytoreduction after a treatment interval. The chemotherapy sensitizes tumors and reduces their size, allowing surgeons to achieve more complete tumor removal during the subsequent debulking procedure, which aims to maximize overall survival in advanced ovarian cancer.

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