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Updated May 2026 · ClinicalTrials.gov

RECRUITINGPhase 2INTERVENTIONAL

Clinical Study on the Effectiveness and Safety of Lenvatinib As Adjuvant Treatment for Patients with High-risk Recurrence of Hepatocellular Carcinoma After Surgery

Clinical Study on the Effectiveness and Safety of Lenvatinib As Adjuvant Treatment for Patients with High-risk Recurrence of Hepatocellular Carcinoma After Surgery (NCT06762782) is a Phase 2 interventional studying Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) and Adjuvant Therapy in Patients with Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) At High Risk of Recurrence After Curative Resection or Ablation, sponsored by The First Affiliated Hospital with Nanjing Medical University. 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

This study is a prospective, randomized, controlled, open, phase II, multicenter clinical study, which aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of lenvatinib for adjuvant treatment of high-risk recurrent liver cancer after radical surgery. This study is divided into 3 stages: screening period (screening period 28 days), treatment period (up to 12 months, or until any of the following occurs, whichever occurs first: ① The subject has an intolerable toxic reaction and is still not relieved after dose adjustment; ② The subject's first imaging confirmed disease recurrence or withdrew from the study for other reasons), and follow-up period (12 months after the end of treatment). Dosage regimen: Eligible subjects were randomly assigned to the experimental group or the control group in a 2:1 ratio, with surgical method (radical surgery vs ablation) as the stratification factor. The experimental group received lenvatinib treatment, and the control group received best supportive care

What Stage of Research Is This?

Phase 2 trials evaluate whether a treatment actually works against Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) 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.

Target enrollment of 276 participants puts this in the typical range for a Phase 2-style efficacy study or a moderate Phase 3 trial in a focused Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) subpopulation. At this scale, the study has enough statistical power to detect a clear treatment effect but is not the largest cohort in the field.

Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)

Who May Qualify: - Certainly, here is the translation of the provided text into English: 1. Age between 18 to 80 years old, gender not limited; 2. Received radical treatment surgery for liver cancer within 4 to 8 weeks prior to enrollment, and meet the following criteria: (1) Intraoperative judgment criteria: ① No gross tumor thrombus in the hepatic vein, portal vein, bile duct, and inferior vena cava; ② No invasion of adjacent organs, no hepatic hilum lymph nodes or distant metastasis; ③ The liver resection margin is ≥1cm from the tumor border; if the margin is less than 1cm, the histological examination of the resected liver surface shows no residual tumor cells, i.e., negative resection margin. (2) Postoperative judgment criteria: ① Ultrasound, computed tomography(CT), magnetic resonance imaging(MRI) examinations (at least two of these) are performed within 1 to 2 months after surgery, with no residual or recurrent tumor lesions in radical resection cases, and no active tumor lesions in radical ablation cases; ② If serum alpha-fetoprotein(AFP), des-gamma-carboxy prothrombin(DCP), and a combination of 7 Micro ribonucleic acid(microRNAs) and other tumor markers were elevated before surgery, then quantitative measurement of tumor markers is required 8 weeks after surgery, and their levels drop to the normal range; if serum alpha-fetoprotein(AFP) does not return to normal within 8 weeks after surgery , will not be included. 3. Postoperative pathological examination confirms hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC), and all tumor nodules are completely removed with negative resection margins. 4. Imaging examinations ≥4 weeks after surgery confirm no recurrence or metastasis. 5. Expected survival \>3 months; ...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: * Certainly, here is the translation of the provided text into English: 1. Age between 18 to 80 years old, gender not limited; 2. Received radical treatment surgery for liver cancer within 4 to 8 weeks prior to enrollment, and meet the following criteria: (1) Intraoperative judgment criteria: ① No gross tumor thrombus in the hepatic vein, portal vein, bile duct, and inferior vena cava; ② No invasion of adjacent organs, no hepatic hilum lymph nodes or distant metastasis; ③ The liver resection margin is ≥1cm from the tumor border; if the margin is less than 1cm, the histological examination of the resected liver surface shows no residual tumor cells, i.e., negative resection margin. (2) Postoperative judgment criteria: ① Ultrasound, computed tomography(CT), magnetic resonance imaging(MRI) examinations (at least two of these) are performed within 1 to 2 months after surgery, with no residual or recurrent tumor lesions in radical resection cases, and no active tumor lesions in radical ablation cases; ② If serum alpha-fetoprotein(AFP), des-gamma-carboxy prothrombin(DCP), and a combination of 7 Micro ribonucleic acid(microRNAs) and other tumor markers were elevated before surgery, then quantitative measurement of tumor markers is required 8 weeks after surgery, and their levels drop to the normal range; if serum alpha-fetoprotein(AFP) does not return to normal within 8 weeks after surgery , will not be included. 3. Postoperative pathological examination confirms hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC), and all tumor nodules are completely removed with negative resection margins. 4. Imaging examinations ≥4 weeks after surgery confirm no recurrence or metastasis. 5. Expected survival \>3 months; 6. hepatitis B virus(HBV) deoxyribonucleic acid(DNA) \<10\^4 copies/ml (2000 IU/ml), if hepatitis B virus(HBV) deoxyribonucleic acid(DNA) ≥10\^4 copies/ml, antiviral treatment should be initiated first until hepatitis B virus(HBV) deoxyribonucleic acid(DNA) is reduced to below 10\^4 copies/ml before entering the study, and continue to take antiviral medication and monitor liver function and hepatitis B virus(HBV) load. 7. At least one of the following high recurrence risk factors exists: <!-- --> 1. Tumor diameter \>5cm 2. Multiple lesions (\>3) 3. Pathology indicates MVI positivity 4. Edmondson III-IV grade 5. Persistently abnormal alpha-fetoprotein 8. No history of other tumors, and no antitumor treatment before surgery; 9. Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group(ECOG) score: 0-1. 10. Major organ functions are normal, i.e., meeting the following criteria: Hematology examination (within 14 days before screening, without blood transfusion or use of granulocyte colony stimulating factor(G-CSF)): 1. Hemoglobin ≥90 g/L; 2. Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) ≥1.5×10\^9/L; 3. Platelet count ≥75×10\^9/L; Biochemical examination (within 14 days before screening, without the use of albumin): 4. Albumin ≥28 g/L; 5. Total bilirubin ≤1.5×upper limit of normal (ULN); 6. Aspartate aminotransferase (AST), Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) ≤3×ULN; 7. Creatinine ≤1.5×ULN; Coagulation function: 8. International normalized ratio (INR) or prothrombin time (PT) ≤1.5×ULN; 9. Activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT) ≤1.5×ULN. 11.Patients with reproductive capacity, both male and female, must use reliable contraceptive measures during the study medication use and for 60 days after the last dose. Exclusion Criteria: * Here is the translation of the provided text into English: 1. Pathologically diagnosed as a mixed type of hepatocellular carcinoma-intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (HCC-ICC). 2. Positive surgical margins or tumor rupture. 3. Reoperation for recurrent liver cancer. 4. History of other malignancies within 5 years, unless the patient has undergone potentially curative treatment and has no evidence of the disease for 5 years, except for patients who have successfully undergone resection surgery for skin basal cell carcinoma, skin squamous cell carcinoma, superficial bladder cancer, cervical carcinoma in situ, or other carcinoma in situ (the 5-year requirement does not apply). 5. Past or current congenital or acquired immunodeficiency diseases. 6. Patients who have undergone allogeneic transplantation. 7. Insufficient biopsy and/or surgical samples are unavailable. 8. Pregnant and breastfeeding patients. 9. Received targeted drug therapy such as sorafenib, lenvatinib, regorafenib, or immunomodulatory therapy such as anti-PD-1, anti-PD-L1, anti-CTLA-4 before surgery. 10. Unable to provide informed consent (due to language, intellectual capacity, etc.). 11. Active bleeding or coagulation abnormalities, with a tendency to bleed or currently undergoing thrombolytic, anticoagulant, or antiplatelet therapy. 12. History of gastrointestinal bleeding within the past 4 weeks or a clear tendency towards gastrointestinal bleeding (e.g., known active local ulcer lesions, fecal occult blood ++ or more, if persistent fecal occult blood +, gastroscopy should be performed), or other conditions that may cause gastrointestinal bleeding as determined by the investigator (e.g., severe gastric fundus/esophageal varices). 13. Significant clinically meaningful cardiovascular diseases, including but not limited to acute myocardial infarction, severe/unstable angina, or coronary artery bypass grafting within the past 6 months, congestive heart failure (New York Heart Association NYHA class \>2), arrhythmias that are poorly controlled or require pacemaker treatment, uncontrolled hypertension with medication (systolic blood pressure ≥140 mmHg and/or diastolic blood pressure ≥90 mmHg). 14. Allergy to chemotherapy drugs or contraindications to surgery. 15. History of thrombosis or thromboembolic events within the past 6 months, such as stroke and/or transient ischemic attack, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, etc. 16. History of gastrointestinal perforation, abdominal fistula, or intra-abdominal abscess within the past 6 months. 17. Not yet recovered from surgery, such as having unhealed incisions or severe postoperative complications. 18. History of alcohol, psychotropic drugs, or other drug abuse within the past 6 months. 19. Presence of other serious diseases that the investigator deems unsuitable for participation in this study; 20. Currently participating in other therapeutic/interventional clinical trials.

Treatments Being Tested

DRUG

Postoperative adjuvant lenvatinib

Follow the instructions and take lenvatinib 8 mg (body weight ≤ 60Kg) or 12 mg (body weight ≥ 60Kg) orally once a day.

OTHER

Supportive care measures

Adjuvant treatments such as antiviral, TACE, HAIC, radiotherapy, and systemic antitumor therapy can be used

Locations (1)

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.

The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University
Nanjing, Jiangsu, China

How to Talk to Your Doctor About This Trial

Bring the printable summary of this trial — including the NCT ID (NCT06762782), the sponsor (The First Affiliated Hospital with Nanjing Medical University), 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 NCT06762782 clinical trial studying?

This study is a prospective, randomized, controlled, open, phase II, multicenter clinical study, which aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of lenvatinib for adjuvant treatment of high-risk recurrent liver cancer after radical surgery. This study is divided into 3 stages: screening period (screening period 28 days), treatment period (up to 12 months, or until any of the following occurs, whichever occurs first: ① The subject has an intolerable toxic reaction and is still not relieved after dose adjustment; ② The subject's first imaging confirmed disease recurrence or withdrew from the stu… The full protocol is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov and includes the primary outcome measures, eligibility criteria, and study endpoints.

Who can participate in NCT06762782?

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 NCT06762782?

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 NCT06762782. Maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. Public domain. Cite as: "TrialFinderData. NCT06762782. 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 2026-05-08 · Data from ClinicalTrials.gov.