Clinical trials
Cancer (Advanced Stage) clinical trials
Below are recruiting cancer (advanced stage) clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,033 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05378204Recruiting
Testing DNA repair marker for PARP inhibitor resistance
This study looks at specific DNA “damage repair” proteins as a marker to understand why some BRCA-mutated breast cancers may resist PARP inhibitor treatment. Your biopsy (or existing biopsy) helps researchers study whether these lab markers relate to how well PARP inhibitors work.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT05431530Recruiting
Quality of life after rectal surgery for advanced ovarian cancer
This trial studies how patients’ day-to-day quality of life changes after a specific type of rectal/low anterior resection during treatment for advanced ovarian cancer. It may help the medical team understand what symptoms and recovery needs to expect after surgery.
SeoulAges 18 years+ - NCT05450029RecruitingPhase 2
Adding immunotherapy to chemo-radiation for rectal cancer
This Phase 2 trial studies whether adding sintilimab (an immunotherapy drug) to standard chemo-radiation before surgery can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced rectal cancer. It’s aimed at tumors with certain immune “signature” scores and specific cancer stage features.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT05908643RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
First test of pTTL for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests pTTL, a personalized cancer treatment made from your tumor and immune cells, in people with advanced (stage IV) colorectal cancer. It’s designed to see whether pTTL is safe and potentially effective when standard treatments have been used or can’t be used.
Stockholm, Stockholm CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT05914766Recruiting
Support program for newly diagnosed rectal cancer patients
This trial tests an informational and supportive care program for people with newly diagnosed, locally advanced rectal cancer. It may help by providing education and practical support around next steps in treatment.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05957016RecruitingPhase 2
New treatment before and during rectal radiation with chemo
This Phase 2 study tests a treatment plan given before surgery (neoadjuvant) along with radiation and chemotherapy (concurrent chemoradiotherapy) for locally advanced rectal cancer. It may help shrink the cancer before the next steps of care and improve control of the disease.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06014372RecruitingPhase 2
Envafolimab before surgery for advanced rectal cancer
This trial tests envalolimab (an immunotherapy) alone or with chemo (CAPEOX) before surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer. It aims to shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06085742RecruitingPhase 2
CMC chemotherapy for early stage breast cancer
This trial tests a chemotherapy combination (CMC) for people with early-stage, hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer who have a high risk of recurrence. It aims to understand if this oral regimen is effective and tolerable.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06128252Recruiting
Taurine with chemotherapy and immunotherapy for gastric cancer
This trial tests whether adding taurine to standard chemo-immunotherapy before surgery helps treat locally advanced gastric cancer. It may be an option for patients whose tumors are PD-L1 positive and can be fully removed with surgery.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT06149130RecruitingPhase 2
Testing adebrelimab, dalpiciclib, and hormone therapy for advanced breast cancer
This trial tests a combination of a new immunotherapy drug (adebrelimab) with a targeted pill (dalpiciclib) and standard hormone therapy for women with advanced hormone receptor positive, HER2 negative breast cancer. It may help patients who have not yet had certain prior treatments, aiming to slow the cancer's growth.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT06202105Recruiting
Laparoscopic vs open total gastrectomy for advanced stomach cancer
This trial compares two types of surgery for stomach cancer that has grown into deeper layers but has not spread to distant organs. The goal is to see if a keyhole (laparoscopic) approach is as safe and effective as traditional open surgery.
Bien Hoa, Dong NaiAges 18–80 - NCT06205849RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new drug and procedure for advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a new drug called mitazalimab injected directly into the tumor, combined with a special electrical procedure that kills cancer cells. It is for people whose pancreatic cancer has not spread but cannot be removed by surgery.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06207656RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted therapy for BRAF V600E mutated colorectal cancer
This trial tests if combining three targeted drugs (cetuximab, encorafenib, and binimetinib) before surgery can shrink or control cancer in people with a specific BRAF V600E mutation and a stable (MSS) tumor. It focuses on colorectal cancer that is either already able to be removed or could become removable with treatment.
MadridAges 18 years+ - NCT06251388RecruitingPhase 2
Chemoradiation plus Cadonilimab for advanced cervical cancer
This trial tests whether adding an immunotherapy drug called Cadonilimab (AK104) to standard chemoradiation can help people with locally advanced cervical cancer that has not spread to distant organs. The goal is to improve treatment outcomes for those who cannot have surgery.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–75 - NCT06368141RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo plus immunotherapy before surgery for colon cancer
This trial tests whether giving chemotherapy followed by an immunotherapy drug (a checkpoint inhibitor) before surgery helps shrink locally advanced colon cancer. It is for people with a specific tumor type (MSS and RAS mutation) who have not had prior treatment.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06415318RecruitingPhase 2
TIP chemo plus triplizumab before surgery for penile cancer
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy drugs (paclitaxel, ifosfamide, cisplatin) and an immunotherapy drug (triplizumab) given before surgery for locally advanced penile cancer. The goal is to shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06427954Recruiting
Mobile app study for people with advanced lung cancer
This study tests a mobile app (called THRIVE) to help people with advanced lung cancer manage their health and well-being. You'll use the app on your phone to track symptoms and get support, which may help you feel better and stay more in control.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06462378RecruitingPhase 2
Proton therapy for advanced cervical cancer
This trial tests whether a precise type of radiation called proton therapy can work well for cervical cancer that has spread to lymph nodes. It aims to see if this treatment can shrink tumors with fewer side effects.
CopenhagenAges 18–99 - NCT06572735Recruiting
PARP Inhibitor Dosing in Older Ovarian Cancer Patients
This trial studies how well older adults (70+) with advanced ovarian cancer tolerate PARP inhibitors in real-world care. It aims to see if the standard dose works for this age group.
AmiensAges 70 years+ - NCT07561073Recruiting
Two surgical approaches for blocked stomachs in advanced gastric cancer
This study compares two different surgical methods to relieve stomach blockage caused by advanced gastric cancer that cannot be removed with standard surgery. The goal is to help patients eat and feel better by restoring food flow through the stomach.
Nanning, GuangxiAges 18–75 - NCT06633601RecruitingPhase 1
Ultrasound and microbubbles with radiation for breast cancer
This trial tests a new way to combine radiation therapy with ultrasound and tiny bubbles to treat breast cancer that has spread to the chest wall or is advanced. It aims to make radiation more effective and safer.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06698757RecruitingPhase 2
Testing different cycles of sintilimab before surgery for colorectal cancer
This trial tests how many cycles of the immunotherapy drug sintilimab given before surgery help treat colorectal cancer that is mismatch repair deficient (dMMR) or microsatellite instability-high (MSI-H). It is for locally advanced cancer that has not spread to other parts of the body.
Zheng'zhou, HenanAges 18–75 - NCT06718543RecruitingPhase 2
Short-course radiation with AK112 for rectal cancer before surgery
This trial tests whether combining short-course radiation with an immune therapy drug (AK112) plus chemotherapy before surgery is better than radiation alone for locally advanced rectal cancer. It aims to shrink tumors and improve outcomes without needing stronger treatments later.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT06787313Recruiting
Precision palliative care for advanced esophageal cancer
This trial studies a personalized approach to palliative care for people with advanced or recurrent esophageal cancer who are being treated with immunotherapy. It aims to improve quality of life and symptom management.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cancer (advanced stage)?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,033 recruiting cancer (advanced stage) 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 cancer (advanced stage) 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 cancer (advanced stage) 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.
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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.