Gastric Cancer: IP Paclitaxel and Systemic Therapy Study

We are comparing the effects of intraperitoneal paclitaxel combined with standard therapy against standard therapy alone in patients with gastric cancer and peritoneal metastases. This study aims to see if the combination improves survival and quality of life.

1-2 yearsConfirmation phase (III)No PlaceboStandard MedicinesOralInjectionOncology

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.

Capecitabine
Capecitabine is a chemotherapy medicine used to treat certain cancers, including breast and colon cancer.
Herceptin
Herceptin is a medicine used to treat certain types of breast and stomach cancer.
Paclitaxel
Paclitaxel is a chemotherapy medicine used to treat various 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.

Capecitabine
Capecitabine is a substance that helps stop certain cancers from growing, commonly used for breast and colorectal cancer.
Docetaxel
Docetaxel is a chemotherapy substance used to treat various cancers by stopping cancer cells from dividing.
Fluorouracil
Fluorouracil is a substance used to treat cancer by stopping the growth of cancer cells.

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.

Abutrax
Apexelsin
Axitaxel

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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Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata Verona
Department of Surgery
Verona, Italy
Amsterdam UMC Stichting
Department of Medical Oncology
Amstelveen, Netherlands
Oslo University Hospital HF
Department of Oncology
Oslo, Norway
Sponsor: Karolinska University Hospital
Last updated: Nov 27, 2025

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