πŸ›οΈ Verified NIH Record β€’ Updated 2026-04-06

Neoadjuvant Pembrolizumab and Axitinib in Renal Cell Carcinoma With Inferior Vena Cava Tumor Thrombus (NCT05969496)

Neoadjuvant Pembrolizumab and Axitinib in Renal Cell Carcinoma With Associated Inferior Vena Cava Tumor Thrombus (NEOPAX)

🟒 Recruiting Phase2 πŸ’Š Investigational Drug / Biologic Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver

🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The primary objective of this study is to evaluate whether the combination of Pembrolizumab and Axitinib given in the neoadjuvant setting can change the Inferior Vena Cava Tumor Thrombus burden. A decrease in the size of the tumor thrombus can potentially lead to decrease in surgical complications, improve patient related health outcomes, and improve long term outcomes such as progression free survival and overall survival.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Colorado Cancer Center β€” Aurora, Colorado

Age range: 18 Years

πŸ§ͺ Interventions in This Study

πŸ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" β€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria β†—

πŸ“ All Participating Trial Locations (3 Sites)

  • University of Colorado Cancer Center β€” Aurora, Colorado
  • Hilands Ranch Hospital β€” Highlands Ranch, Colorado
  • Lone Tree Medical Center β€” Lone Tree, Colorado

πŸ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (720) 848-0630

Email: matthew.lee@cuanscutz.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

πŸ’° Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA Β§ 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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πŸ’‘ How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
πŸ›οΈ View Official NIH Record β†—