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 1,008 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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+ - NCT07667751RecruitingPhase 2
Study of Ipalotinib with Sunitinib and Olaparib before surgery for advanced ovarian cancer
This trial tests a combination of three drugs (Ipalotinib, Sunitinib, and Olaparib) given before surgery to shrink tumors in people with a specific type of advanced ovarian cancer that has a genetic marker called HRD-positive. The goal is to see if this treatment helps make surgery more effective.
HefeiAges 18–75 - NCT07616310Recruiting
Removing vs. Cutting Ovarian Cancer from the Bowel
This study compares two surgical approaches for removing advanced ovarian cancer that has attached to the rectosigmoid (lower bowel). Both methods aim to remove the cancer safely, but this trial tests whether one approach works as well as the other.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–70 - 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 - NCT06787911RecruitingPhase 2
Donafenib and immunotherapy before surgery for advanced thyroid cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs—donafenib (a targeted therapy) and an immunotherapy (anti-PD-1 antibody)—given before surgery for locally advanced differentiated thyroid cancer. The goal is to shrink the tumor to make surgery easier and more complete. If you have this type of thyroid cancer that is hard to remove completely with surgery alone, this study may be an option.
ShanghaiAges 18–80 - NCT07461454RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing YL202 to other treatments for HR+/HER2- breast cancer
This trial tests a new drug called YL202 against other treatments chosen by your doctor for people with a certain type of advanced breast cancer (HR+/HER2-). It aims to see if YL202 works better. You may join if your cancer has spread, you've already tried chemotherapy, and you meet other health criteria.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07458529RecruitingPhase 2
Chemoradiation plus immunotherapy with or without probiotics for rectal cancer
This trial tests adding an immunotherapy drug (tislelizumab) and a probiotic to standard chemoradiation for locally advanced rectal cancer that has not spread. The goal is to see if the probiotic helps the treatment work better.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT02972372Recruiting
Compare chemoradiation with surgery for esophageal cancer
This study compares two treatment approaches for certain locally advanced esophageal cancers: chemoradiation (chemo plus radiation) versus esophagus surgery. It may help find which option works better to control the cancer and improve outcomes.
Anyang, HenanAges 18–75 - NCT07425054RecruitingPhase 2
Chemoradiation with or without immunotherapy for anal cancer
This trial tests whether adding an immunotherapy drug (retifanlimab) to standard chemoradiation improves outcomes for people with locally advanced anal cancer. The treatment is adjusted based on HPV DNA levels in your blood.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07419932Recruiting
Pre-surgery treatment for advanced thyroid cancer
This study tests whether giving treatment before surgery (neoadjuvant therapy) helps people with locally advanced thyroid cancer. It aims to shrink the tumor so surgery can be more successful.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 14–80 - NCT07329894RecruitingPhase 1
XH001 and vaccine-activated T cells for advanced GI cancer
This trial tests a two-part treatment: an injection called XH001 plus a custom vaccine that trains your immune cells to attack tumors. It's for people with advanced stomach or bowel cancer that hasn't responded to at least two prior treatments.
BeijingAges 18–70 - 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 - NCT06888843RecruitingPhase 2
Chemotherapy for colorectal cancer in patients 70+
This trial tests two chemotherapy drugs, capecitabine alone or with oxaliplatin, in people aged 70 or older after surgery for stage III colorectal cancer. The goal is to find out which treatment works better to prevent cancer from coming back.
Nizhny NovgorodAges 70–90 - NCT06907771Recruiting
Surgery strategy study for advanced ovarian cancer
This study looks back at records of people with advanced ovarian cancer to see if changing the order of their treatments might help them live longer. It focuses on those who had a certain type of surgery at a French hospital between 2010 and 2022.
StrasbourgAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT07154316RecruitingPhase 2
Short radiation plus drugs for MSS rectal cancer
This trial tests a shorter course of radiation therapy followed by a combination of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and a pain-relief medication, compared to the standard approach. It is for people with a certain type of rectal cancer that has not spread.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18–75 - NCT07106892RecruitingPhase 2
Testing HLX43 for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new drug, HLX43, that targets a protein called PD-L1 on cancer cells and delivers a chemotherapy-like payload directly to them. It's for people with advanced colorectal cancer that hasn't responded to standard treatments.
BeijingAges 3 weeks–2 months - 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+ - NCT07035002RecruitingPhase 1
PD-1 knockout TILs for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new therapy where immune cells (TILs) from your tumor are modified to fight cancer more effectively. It's for people with advanced colorectal cancer who can't get standard treatments.
Shanghai, None SelectedAges 18–70 - NCT06954584RecruitingPhase 3
Fluzoparib with or without bevacizumab or diet for advanced ovarian cancer
This trial tests if adding bevacizumab (a drug that blocks blood vessel growth) or a special diet to fluzoparib (a PARP inhibitor) works better than fluzoparib alone for women with advanced ovarian cancer whose tumors have specific genetic features (HRD-positive or HRD-negative). It is for patients who have already responded well to initial chemotherapy.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06926140Recruiting
Acupuncture with immunotherapy for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests if adding acupuncture to standard immunotherapy and chemotherapy helps people with advanced lung cancer. It is for those who have not had treatment before and whose tumors have low PD-L1 levels.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT06883084Enrolling by invitation
How lymph node changes affect rectal cancer outcomes
This trial looks at how much the lymph nodes respond to chemoradiation before surgery in people with locally advanced rectal cancer. It aims to understand if that response can predict long-term results and guide future treatment choices.
Ages 18–65 - 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+ - 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+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cancer (advanced stage)?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,008 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.