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Updated June 2026 · ClinicalTrials.gov

RECRUITINGPhase 2INTERVENTIONAL

Methotrexate, Tafasitamab, Lenalidomide and Rituximab in Patients With PCNSL

Pilot-trial of Methotrexate, Tafasitamab (Minjuvi®), Lenalidomide (Revlimid®) and Rituximab in Patients Ineligible for HCT-ASCT With Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma (PCNSL)

Methotrexate, Tafasitamab, Lenalidomide and Rituximab in Patients With PCNSL (NCT05583071) is a Phase 2 interventional studying Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, sponsored by University of Cologne. RECRUITING as of the most recent ClinicalTrials.gov update. Talk to your doctor before contacting the trial site.

Important: This information is not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

About This Trial

Pilot-trial of Methotrexate, Tafasitamab (Minjuvi®), Lenalidomide (Revlimid®) and Rituximab in patients ineligible for HCT-ASCT with Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma (PCNSL)

What Stage of Research Is This?

Phase 2 trials evaluate whether a treatment actually works against Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma and continue monitoring side effects. Phase 2 enrolls larger groups (typically 100–300 patients) and produces the first real efficacy signal. A successful Phase 2 readout is what unlocks the much larger Phase 3 confirmatory trials needed for FDA approval.

This trial is currently recruiting participants. The sponsor has registered the study with ClinicalTrials.gov as actively enrolling, which means new applicants who meet the eligibility criteria can be considered for screening. Trial status can change between updates — confirm current recruiting status with the study contact before traveling for a screening visit.

With a target enrollment of 20 participants, this is a small study — typical of early-phase research, rare-disease trials, or pilot studies designed to generate preliminary signal before a larger study is launched.

Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)

Who May Qualify: 1. Age 18-69 years with ECOG PS ≥2 or age ≥70 years, and ineligible for HCT-ASCT as per investigators discretion 2. Previously untreated, histologically (or cytologically) confirmed diagnosis of primary B-cell lymphoma of the central nervous system (PCNSL) by local pathologist. Diagnostic sample obtained by stereotactic or surgical biopsy, CSF cytology examination or vitrectomy 3. At least one measurable lesion 4. your organs (liver, kidneys, etc.) are working well enough based on blood tests: - Adequate kidney function, defined as: - Serum creatinine estimated glomerular filtration rate (MDRD) ≥ 50 ml/min - Adequate hepatic function, defined as: - ALAT and ASAT ≤ 3 ULN - Bilirubin ≤ 2.0 mg/dl (except for Meulengracht disease) - Adequate bone marrow function, defined as: - White blood cell (WBC) count ≥ 3000/µL or absolute neutrophil count (ANC) ≥ 1000/µL - platelet count at least 50.000/µL - Hemoglobin \> 8.0 g/dl - Adequate cardiac function, defined as: - Cardiac ejection fraction ≥ 40% - Adequate pulmonary function as per investigators discretion 5. Written, signed, and dated willing to sign a consent form for the trial provided by the participant 6. Female persons are eligible to participate if they are post-menopausal or females of no childbearing potential or if they agree to use a method of contraception considered safe described in Section 12.1.2.1. 7. Male persons with female partners of childbearing potential are eligible to participate if they agree to contraceptive methods as described in Section 12.1.2.2. Who Should NOT Join This Trial: 1. Prior treatment for PCNSL with the exception of a pre-phase treatment comprising steroid treatment and / or single application of rituximab 375 mg/m² and methotrexate 3.5 g/m² 2. Systemic lymphoma manifestation outside the CNS 3. Diagnosis of previous Non-Hodgkin lymphoma at any time 4. Primary vitreoretinal or leptomeningeal lymphoma without manifestation in the brain parenchyma or spinal cord ...See full criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov Always talk to your doctor about whether this trial is right for you.

These are translations of the protocol\'s inclusion and exclusion criteria, simplified for patients and caregivers. The original clinical text appears below. Eligibility is ultimately confirmed by the trial site\'s screening process — this summary is a starting point for a conversation with your doctor, not a final determination.

Original Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Age 18-69 years with ECOG PS ≥2 or age ≥70 years, and ineligible for HCT-ASCT as per investigators discretion 2. Previously untreated, histologically (or cytologically) confirmed diagnosis of primary B-cell lymphoma of the central nervous system (PCNSL) by local pathologist. Diagnostic sample obtained by stereotactic or surgical biopsy, CSF cytology examination or vitrectomy 3. At least one measurable lesion 4. Adequate organ function: * Adequate kidney function, defined as: * Serum creatinine estimated glomerular filtration rate (MDRD) ≥ 50 ml/min * Adequate hepatic function, defined as: * ALAT and ASAT ≤ 3 ULN * Bilirubin ≤ 2.0 mg/dl (except for Meulengracht disease) * Adequate bone marrow function, defined as: * White blood cell (WBC) count ≥ 3000/µL or absolute neutrophil count (ANC) ≥ 1000/µL * Platelets ≥ 50.000/µL * Hemoglobin \> 8.0 g/dl * Adequate cardiac function, defined as: * Cardiac ejection fraction ≥ 40% * Adequate pulmonary function as per investigators discretion 5. Written, signed, and dated informed consent for the trial provided by the participant 6. Female persons are eligible to participate if they are post-menopausal or females of no childbearing potential or if they agree to use a method of contraception considered safe described in Section 12.1.2.1. 7. Male persons with female partners of childbearing potential are eligible to participate if they agree to contraceptive methods as described in Section 12.1.2.2. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Prior treatment for PCNSL with the exception of a pre-phase treatment comprising steroid treatment and / or single application of rituximab 375 mg/m² and methotrexate 3.5 g/m² 2. Systemic lymphoma manifestation outside the CNS 3. Diagnosis of previous Non-Hodgkin lymphoma at any time 4. Primary vitreoretinal or leptomeningeal lymphoma without manifestation in the brain parenchyma or spinal cord 5. HIV infection of any stage as determined by presence of anti-HIV antibodies (confirmatory test) and / or presence of RNA confirmed by PCR 6. Previous or concurrent malignancies with the following exceptions: * Surgically cured carcinoma in-situ * Other kinds of cancer without evidence of disease for at least 5 years 7. Hypersensitivity to study treatment or any component of the formulation 8. Stomatitis or gastrointestinal ulcerations preventing the use of methotrexate 9. Hepatitis B, hepatitis C or hepatitis E infection as determined by PCR 10. Severe active infection 11. Congenital or acquired immunodeficiency including previous organ transplantation 12. Pregnant or nursing (lactating) women. 13. Lack of accountability and inability to appreciate the nature, meaning and consequences of the trial and to formulate their own wishes correspondingly 14. Non-compliance, for reasons including, but not limited to the following: 1. Increased alcohol consumption, drug dependency or substance abuse that would interfere with cooperation with requirements of the trial 2. Refusal of blood products during treatment 3. Any similar circumstances that appear to make protocol treatment or long-term follow-up impossible 15. Relationship of dependence or employer-employee relationship to the sponsor or the investigator

Treatments Being Tested

DRUG

Tafasitamab

IV

DRUG

Lenalidomide

Oral

DRUG

Rituximab

IV

DRUG

Methotrexate

IV

Locations (6)

Trial sites listed on ClinicalTrials.gov for this study. Site activation status can vary — confirm with the specific site before traveling for a screening visit.

Klinikum Stuttgart - Katharienenhospital
Stuttgart, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany
Universitätsklinikum Freiburg
Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Würtemberg, Germany
University of Cologne
Cologne, Germany, Germany
Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf
Hamburg, Hamurg, Germany
Universitätsklinikum Essen
Essen, Nordrhein Westphalen, Germany
Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin
Berlin, State of Berlin, Germany

How to Talk to Your Doctor About This Trial

Bring the printable summary of this trial — including the NCT ID (NCT05583071), the sponsor (University of Cologne), and the key eligibility criteria — to your next appointment. Your doctor can review the inclusion and exclusion criteria against your medical history, lab values, and current treatments to assess whether you are likely to qualify. They can also help you weigh whether trial participation makes sense alongside your existing care plan.

Useful questions to walk through together: What does the trial protocol require beyond standard care? How long is the active treatment phase, and how long is follow-up? Are there study visits at sites I can reach? Who pays for the trial-specific procedures, and who pays for standard-of-care portions? See our 25 questions to ask about clinical trials guide for a more complete checklist.

Authoritative Sources

The official record for this trial lives on ClinicalTrials.gov — the federal registry maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. For background on how this trial fits into the FDA approval pathway, see the FDA drug approval process. For oncology-specific guidance for patients considering trials, the National Cancer Institute publishes patient-oriented overviews. International trial registries are aggregated by the WHO ICTRP.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NCT05583071 clinical trial studying?

Pilot-trial of Methotrexate, Tafasitamab (Minjuvi®), Lenalidomide (Revlimid®) and Rituximab in patients ineligible for HCT-ASCT with Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma (PCNSL) The full protocol is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov and includes the primary outcome measures, eligibility criteria, and study endpoints.

Who can participate in NCT05583071?

Eligibility for this trial depends on the specific inclusion and exclusion criteria set by the sponsor. The plain-English summary above translates the most important criteria into accessible language; the official clinical text is preserved in the collapsible section underneath. Whether you fit any specific trial is a medical decision your doctor needs to confirm — bring the trial information to your treating physician for a full review against your medical history.

How do I contact the trial site for NCT05583071?

Contact information registered with ClinicalTrials.gov is shown in the sidebar of this page. Before reaching out, confirm with your treating physician that this trial is appropriate for your situation. The trial site will then walk you through the screening process to determine final eligibility.

Is participating in a clinical trial safe?

Clinical trials in the United States are regulated by the FDA and overseen by Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) that review the protocol for safety. Risk varies by trial — Phase 1 studies test new treatments in humans for the first time, while Phase 3 trials use treatments that have already passed earlier safety screening. The informed consent document for any specific trial details the known risks and what to expect. Discuss those risks with your physician before deciding whether to participate.

Where can I verify the data on this page?

Every detail on this page comes directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API. Click "View on ClinicalTrials.gov" in the sidebar to see the official, unmodified record. The federal record is always authoritative; this page is a structured presentation with a plain-English eligibility translation. For background on how clinical trials are regulated, see the FDA drug approval process documentation.

How This Page Is Built

Every field on this page is pulled directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 — no estimates, no proxies. The plain-English eligibility translation is generated from the original protocol text and reviewed for fidelity to the underlying clinical criteria. The original clinical text remains visible in the collapsible section above so users and clinicians can verify the translation. Read the full methodology for the data pipeline and known limitations.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 record for NCT05583071. Maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. Public domain. Cite as: "TrialFinderData. NCT05583071. Data: ClinicalTrials.gov."

Medical disclaimer: This page is informational, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

Last updated 2026-06-07 · Data from ClinicalTrials.gov.