Extensive-Stage Small-Cell Lung Cancer: THOR Trial

We are studying a combination of chemotherapy, pembrolizumab, and olaparib for patients with extensive-stage small-cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if this approach improves survival and response rates compared to standard treatments.

What diseases are being studied?

Health conditions and diseases that the clinical trial is designed to study and treat.

Who can participate in the clinical trial?

These questions help us understand your situation so we can let the trial team know whether you might be a potential match. This is not a medical evaluation and is not part of the official screening, the study doctor will make the final decision..

What medicines are being studied?

Medicines that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These medicines are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Carboplatino Teva
Carboplatino Teva is a chemotherapy medicine used to treat several types of cancer.
Cisplatino Sandoz
Cisplatino Sandoz is a chemotherapy medicine used to treat various types of cancer.
Etoposide Teva
Etoposide Teva is a chemotherapy medicine used to treat several types of cancer.

What active substances are being studied?

Active substances that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These substances are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Carboplatin
Carboplatin is a chemotherapy substance used to treat various cancers by damaging cancer cells and slowing tumor growth.
Cisplatin
Cisplatin is a substance used in chemotherapy to kill or stop the growth of cancer cells.
Etoposide
Etoposide is a substance used to treat certain cancers by stopping fast-growing cancer cells from dividing.

What similar medicines might you know?

Don't worry if you don't know the medicines tested in the trial. There is a chance you have heard about the similar medicines. Check the list below to see if you are familiar with any of them.

Aedon
Anzorin
Arenbil

Where is the clinical trial being conducted?

Locations and medical facilities where this clinical trial is currently recruiting or conducting research. Select the locations where you would like to participate.

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Istituto Tumori Bari Giovanni Paolo II
SSD Oncologia medica patologie toraciche
Bari, Italy
Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Di Bologna IRCCS Istituto Di Ricerca E Di Cura A Carattere Scientifico
U.O. Oncologia
Bologna, Italy
Istituto Romagnolo Per Lo Studio Dei Tumori Dino Amadori IRST S.r.l.
Oncologia medica
Meldola, Italy

Sponsor: Istituto Romagnolo Per Lo Studio Dei Tumori Dino Amadori IRST S.r.l.
Last updated: Nov 27, 2025

Disclaimer: Parts of this content have been automatically extracted from the EU Clinical Trials registry. While we strive for accuracy, please always contact the trial site or sponsor directly for correct and official information before making any decisions about participation. View on EU Clinical Trials.