Organoid-guided vs Topotecan Therapy in Relapsed Extensive-Stage Small Cell Lung Cancer

Organoid-Based Drug Sensitivity Model Guided Personalized Precision Treatment for Extensive-Stage Small Cell Lung Cancer: A Prospective, Multicenter, Randomized Controlled Trial

This study aims to provide personalized treatment options for patients with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer (SCLC) whose disease has worsened after initial chemotherapy.

Researchers will use a novel approach called "tumor organoid drug sensitivity testing":

A small sample of the patient's tumor (from biopsy or fluid) is grown into miniature 3D tumor models ("organoids") in the lab.

These organoids are exposed to various FDA-approved second-line drugs (including chemotherapy and newer targeted/immunotherapy drugs if available).

The most effective drug for each patient's organoids will be recommended for their treatment.

128 participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups:Experimental Group: Receive organoid-guided personalized therapy; Control Group: Receive standard second-line chemotherapy (Topotecan).

The study will compare: How long the cancer remains controlled (Progression-Free Survival); Overall survival time; Treatment response rates and side effects.

Potential benefits: May identify more effective treatments for individual patients; Could extend time without cancer progression.

Risks: Organoid testing requires an additional tumor biopsy/fluid collection; Possible side effects from second-line drugs.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Aged 18 years or older.

2. Pathologically confirmed extensive-stage small cell lung cancer (ES-SCLC) (AJCC 9th edition, Stage IV).

3. Previously received first-line platinum-based systemic chemotherapy and experienced recurrence or progression during first-line treatment or within ≤ 6 months after completion of first-line treatment.

4. Availability of sufficient tumor tissue or malignant serous effusion for organoid culture.

5. Presence of measurable lesions based on RECIST 1.1.

6. Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status of 0 or 1.

7. Adequate bone marrow and organ function, confirmed by baseline blood count, blood biochemistry, and urine biochemistry tests.

8. Asymptomatic and stable central nervous system (CNS) metastases are allowed.

9. Expected survival of at least 3 months.

10. For male participants: Agreement to use effective contraception during treatment and for at least 180 days after the last dose of study treatment; prohibition of sperm donation during this period.

11. For female participants: Not pregnant or breastfeeding, and meeting at least one of the following:

    Women of non-childbearing potential; or Agreement to use effective contraception during treatment and for at least 180 days after the last dose of study treatment; or Women of childbearing potential must have a negative serum or urine pregnancy test (with a minimum sensitivity of 25 IU/L or HCG equivalent units) within 72 hours before initiating treatment.

12. Voluntary participation with signed informed consent and willingness to comply with study follow-up procedures.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Mixed tumor pathology or lack of histological confirmation.
2. Previous receipt of second-line or higher systemic anti-tumor therapy for ES-SCLC.
3. Symptomatic or progressive brain metastases, or meningeal metastases.
4. History of other malignant tumors that are progressive or require active treatment within the past 5 years.
5. Presence of active infections, severe organ dysfunction, or other contraindications to anti-tumor treatment.
6. Inability to obtain tumor tissue or insufficient malignant serous effusion for collection.
7. Expected survival of less than 3 months.
8. Inability to complete standardized clinical diagnosis/treatment or regular follow-up.