Clinical trials
Ablation clinical trials
Below are recruiting ablation clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 656 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT03747133Recruiting
Radiation treatment for certain kidney tumors
This trial tests a focused, high-dose radiation treatment (SABR) for kidney tumors that are too risky to remove with surgery or where surgery was declined. It may help shrink the tumor while limiting damage to surrounding tissue.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT03546374Recruiting
Stop a common heart rhythm with surgery add-on therapy
This study looks at whether an added heart device approach around the time of planned open-heart surgery can help treat non-paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AF), a long-lasting irregular heartbeat. It may help lower ongoing AF burden in people who also need non-emergency heart surgery.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03650595Recruiting
MRI-guided laser treatment for prostate cancer
This trial tests a minimally invasive prostate treatment using MRI guidance and a focal laser to destroy only the cancer spot (not the whole prostate). If you have low-to-intermediate risk, MRI-visible prostate cancer in a limited area, it may help control the cancer while potentially reducing treatment side effects.
Toronto, OntarioAges 40–80 - NCT03620786Recruiting
HIFU experience study for treating parts of the prostate
This observational study looks at outcomes after people choose HIFU (high-intensity focused ultrasound) to treat only a targeted area of the prostate. It may help doctors better understand how well HIFU works and what follow-up imaging or testing shows over time.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 40–85 - NCT03463954Recruiting
Laser treatment trial for small breast tumors
This trial tests a focused laser treatment (Novilase®) to destroy small, cancerous breast tumors while aiming to work with standard care. It may help people who have an early, localized tumor that can be clearly seen on imaging so doctors can guide the laser safely.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02851784RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Microwave ablation plus immune cell therapy for liver cancer
This study combines microwave ablation, which uses heat to destroy cancer cells, with immune cell therapy that boosts your body's natural defenses to fight the cancer. It may help people with early-stage liver cancer who cannot have surgery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT02468024RecruitingPhase 3
Surgery or focused radiation for early lung cancer
This study compares two treatments—removing only part of the lung (sublobar resection) versus a focused radiation approach (stereotactic ablative radiotherapy)—for early-stage non-small cell lung cancer. It aims to see which option works better with fewer problems for the right patients.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT00587314Enrolling by invitation
Testing ablation treatment for Barrett’s with precancer changes
This trial studies whether an “ablation” procedure (destroying abnormal esophagus lining) works well for people with Barrett’s esophagus that has high-grade precancer changes or very early cancer. It may help find safer or more effective ways to prevent the condition from worsening.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–90
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for ablation?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 656 recruiting ablation studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a ablation trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a ablation trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.