Clinical trials
Advanced Breast Cancer clinical trials
Below are recruiting advanced breast cancer clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 937 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT03941756Recruiting
Lymph bypass before underarm node surgery to prevent swelling
This study looks at whether adding a lymph “bypass” procedure before underarm lymph node surgery can lower the chance of arm or chest swelling (lymphedema) after cancer treatment. It compares people having lymph node surgery for breast cancer with plans for radiation, and a melanoma comparison group.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03740256RecruitingPhase 1
HER2-targeted oncolytic virus plus custom immune cells for solid cancers
This Phase 1 study tests a treatment plan that combines a virus designed to attack cancer with your own custom immune cells that target HER2. It aims to shrink advanced HER2-positive solid tumors (and make future options safer/more effective).
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03606967RecruitingPhase 2
Individualized vaccine added to standard treatment for metastatic triple-negative breast cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests whether adding a personalized cancer vaccine to durvalumab (an immunotherapy), tremelimumab (another immunotherapy), and chemotherapy can improve outcomes for people with metastatic triple-negative breast cancer. It may help your immune system recognize your specific tumor features.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03424005RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing new drug combinations for advanced breast cancer
This study tests how well and how safely different combinations of cancer drugs work for people with metastatic or inoperable locally advanced breast cancer. It may help by finding a better treatment option and collecting information to guide future care.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02338167Recruiting
Study for pregnant women with breast cancer
This study is for adults with breast cancer who are pregnant and are either newly diagnosed (early) or have locally advanced or metastatic disease. It aims to better understand how breast cancer treatment should be managed during pregnancy.
Böblingen, Baden-WurttembergAges 18–99 - NCT02926690RecruitingPhase 1
MELK inhibitor safety study for advanced breast cancer
This Phase 1 study tests how safe a drug called an MELK inhibitor is in people with advanced breast cancer that has spread or cannot be removed with surgery. If you qualify, the study is focused on side effects and includes a special group for triple-negative breast cancer.
Norwalk, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT02819882Recruiting
Registry study for advanced or metastatic breast cancer
This study collects health and treatment information from people with breast cancer that cannot be fully removed by surgery or that has spread to other parts of the body. It may help researchers better understand which treatments are used and how people do over time.
Elche, AlicanteAges 18 years+ - NCT02732860Recruiting
Test your tumor’s drug response using a lab model
This trial grows a lab model from your own tumor tissue (or resected tissue) to predict which drugs might work best. It’s meant to match investigational treatments to your specific tumor biology.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT01042379RecruitingPhase 2
Adaptive drug trial for newly diagnosed breast cancer
This study tests personalized, changing treatment plans (given before surgery) to find better options for your specific breast tumor. You may be asked for extra breast-tissue testing to help match you with the most suitable study drug(s).
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT04263298RecruitingPhase 3
Fulvestrant or capecitabine after chemo for metastatic breast cancer
This Phase 3 trial compares two medicines—fulvestrant versus capecitabine—as “maintenance” treatment after your first chemo helps control metastatic breast cancer. It aims to see which one helps people live longer with better disease control.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT05981001RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Experimental cell therapy for advanced HER2-negative breast cancer
This study tests a new treatment for advanced HER2-negative breast cancer. Doctors will take immune cells from lymph nodes near your tumor, grow them in a lab, and then give them back to you along with chemotherapy and immunotherapy. This approach aims to help your body fight the cancer more effectively.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT06121557RecruitingPhase 1
Immune cells from lymph nodes for advanced HER2-negative breast cancer
This trial tests a treatment using your own immune cells taken from lymph nodes near the tumor. The cells are grown in a lab and given back to you to fight cancer, along with another drug chosen by your doctor.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT06234137Recruiting
Chemo plus targeted therapy for advanced HER2+ breast cancer
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy (docetaxel and carboplatin) plus two targeted drugs (Inetetamab and Pyrotinib) for people with locally advanced HER2-positive breast cancer that has not spread to other parts of the body. The goal is to see if this powerful combo can shrink the tumor before surgery or other treatments.
Wenzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT05746897RecruitingPhase 1
First-in-human test of an anti-PVRIG drug for advanced cancers
This early-phase study tests NM1F (an anti-PVRIG antibody) in people with advanced solid tumors to see if it’s safe and whether it may work. It also includes pembrolizumab (a PD-1 “checkpoint” medicine), aiming to boost the immune system against the cancer.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06734533Recruiting
Anlotinib combo for HR+ breast cancer that has spread
This trial tests a combination treatment including anlotinib for women with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body and has stopped responding to standard therapies. It is for those who have already tried a CDK4/6 inhibitor and endocrine therapy.
Changsha, HunanAges 18–75 - NCT07524855RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new drug for metastatic breast cancer
This trial tests an experimental drug called JNJ-101684362 (HLD-0117) for people with metastatic breast cancer that has not responded to other treatments. It may help by targeting cancer cells in a new way, and the study will check if it is safe and effective.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT06155305Recruiting
Organoid drug test before breast cancer surgery
This trial uses a lab-grown mini-tumor (organoid) from your biopsy to test which chemotherapy drugs work best for your cancer before you have surgery. The goal is to personalize your treatment and improve outcomes.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–70 - NCT07413939RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of RO7771950 vs tucatinib for HER2-positive breast cancer
This trial tests a new drug, RO7771950, against another drug called tucatinib. Both are given with standard chemotherapy to see which works better for advanced breast cancer that is HER2-positive. People with brain metastases may join.
Huntsville, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07393425RecruitingPhase 2
Study of two targeted therapies before surgery for HER2+ breast cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs, trastuzumab deruxtecan (SHR-A1811) and pertuzumab, given before surgery to shrink HER2-positive breast cancer. It is for women with stage II or III breast cancer who have not yet had treatment and are in good overall health.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT07295457Recruiting
Exercise to prevent pain from hormone therapy in breast cancer
This trial tests whether starting a gentle exercise program early can help prevent or reduce joint and muscle pain caused by aromatase inhibitors (a common breast cancer medicine). It is for women with hormone-sensitive breast cancer who are not yet experiencing severe pain from their treatment.
LyonAges 18–75 - NCT07294508RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing a new drug combo for HER2-positive advanced breast cancer
This trial tests two study drugs, HLX22 and HLX87, together for people with HER2-positive breast cancer that has spread or come back. It may be an option if you haven't yet had chemotherapy or HER2-targeted therapy for advanced disease.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT05816655RecruitingPhase 2
Test two hormone treatment combinations for metastatic breast cancer
This Phase 2 study compares two combinations of hormone-blocking drugs plus an anti-cancer targeted pill to see which works better for hormone-receptor positive, HER2-negative metastatic breast cancer. It may help by finding a more effective treatment plan when the cancer has spread.
SeoulAges 19–80 - NCT06811870RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Hyperbaric oxygen before surgery for breast cancer
This trial tests adding hyperbaric oxygen (breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber) before standard chemotherapy for breast cancer. The goal is to see if it helps shrink the tumor more effectively before surgery.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–60 - NCT07206888Enrolling by invitation
Study to try advanced ultrasound for breast imaging
This study explores a new way to process ultrasound images of the breast. It is for women who have a finding, cyst, mass, or calcifications seen on a mammogram or ultrasound, and it uses a special ultrasound technique that may provide clearer images without extra radiation.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for advanced breast cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 937 recruiting advanced breast cancer 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 advanced breast cancer 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 advanced breast cancer 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
- Breast Cancer Early Stage Breast Cancer (Stage 1-3)
- Breast Cancer (Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC))
- Locally Advanced Breast Cancer
- Locally Advanced or Metastatic Breast Cancer
- Advanced HR+/HER2- Breast Cancer
- Advanced Triple Negative Breast Cancer
- HER2-positive Advanced Breast Cancer
- Advanced/Metastatic Breast Cancer
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.