Clinical trials
Cancer Risk clinical trials
Below are recruiting cancer risk clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 717 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06215326Recruiting
Short-term exercise before lung cancer surgery
This trial tests if doing exercise before lung cancer surgery can help people with moderate-to-high risk. Participants will exercise for a short period to see if it improves their recovery.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT05350722Recruiting
Single pre-surgery radiation for low-risk breast cancer
This trial tests a single, shorter course of radiation given before breast surgery for people with low-risk, hormone-receptor–positive breast cancer. It may help treat the breast tumor while reducing the number and length of radiation treatments.
SydneyAges 40 years+ - NCT04525989Recruiting
Short-course proton vs photon radiation before rectal surgery
This study compares two types of pre-surgery radiation—protons versus standard photons—in people with high-risk rectal cancer. The goal is to shrink and control the tumor while safely getting you ready for surgery, and to see which approach works better.
Stockholm, SolnaAges 18 years+ - NCT07580196Recruiting
Comparing lymph node removal approaches in aggressive prostate cancer
This trial compares two surgical approaches for removing lymph nodes during prostate cancer surgery in men with high-risk disease on one side of the prostate. The goal is to determine whether removing lymph nodes from both sides or just one side provides better outcomes.
Rozzano, MilanoAges 18 years+ - NCT07025369RecruitingPhase 2
Hormone pill before PSMA scan for high-risk prostate cancer
This trial tests if giving a short-term hormone pill (relugolix) before a special PSMA PET/CT scan makes the scan clearer for men with high-risk prostate cancer. It may help doctors better see where the cancer is.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05042687Recruiting
Compare a breast imaging scan with MRI in high-risk women
This study compares two ways of imaging the breast—molecular breast imaging (a scan that uses a small radioactive tracer) and standard breast MRI—to better find or rule out breast cancer. You may join if you are considered high risk and already have a breast MRI planned, and you can do both tests close together.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05649072Recruiting
Mobile mammogram screening study for women with family cancer risk
This study looks at how well mobile mammogram units and video/phone genetics counseling (“telegenetics”) can help women who may have inherited cancer risk. If you’re scheduled for a mammogram through the Project VALET mobile units, this may be an easy option to learn about and address your risk.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06082180RecruitingPhase 3
Preventive neck lymph node removal in low-risk thyroid cancer
This trial is for people with low-risk papillary thyroid cancer. It compares two surgical approaches: one that removes just the thyroid gland, and another that also removes some lymph nodes in the center of the neck as a preventive measure. The goal is to see if removing these lymph nodes helps prevent the cancer from coming back.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT04725903Recruiting
Proton beam radiation for high-risk prostate cancer
This trial tests proton radiation therapy for people with high-risk prostate cancer. It may help by delivering radiation in a more targeted way, with the goal of controlling the cancer while reducing exposure to nearby healthy tissue.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05710380Recruiting
MRI scans to guide biopsy for prostate cancer diagnosis
This study tests whether special MRI “risk maps” can help doctors better identify suspicious areas in the prostate during diagnosis. If you’re having an MRI followed by an MRI-guided biopsy, this may help improve how the biopsy targets areas of concern.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07426952Recruiting
Weight management support for breast cancer survivors
This study tests a weight management program for breast cancer survivors who live in rural areas. The program aims to help you manage weight and improve symptoms.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT04996316Enrolling by invitation
Breast cancer screening decision help for women 40–74
This trial tests a breast cancer screening risk and decision aid to help you and your clinician choose the right next steps for screening and referrals. You may benefit by getting clearer, personalized guidance based on your risk.
Portland, OregonAges 40–74 - NCT06926816Recruiting
Genetic testing for cancer risk in young women
This study offers free genetic testing to women ages 25-39 who receive gynecologic care at certain NYU Langone Health clinics. The goal is to find inherited gene changes that may increase risk for ovarian and related cancers, so you can take steps to reduce your risk.
New York, New YorkAges 25–39 - NCT02478892Recruiting
Screening study for pancreatic cancer in inherited gene risk
This trial tests ways to screen people who have a family-passed (inherited) gene mutation linked to higher pancreatic cancer risk. The goal is to find pancreatic cancer earlier and improve how screening is done for people at increased risk.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04035642Recruiting
Single high-dose MRI-guided radiation for intermediate prostate cancer
This trial tests whether a single, image-guided radiation treatment can treat intermediate-risk prostate cancer while better protecting the urethra (the urine tube). It may help patients get effective cancer control with potentially fewer urinary side effects, depending on the results.
LisbonAges 18 years+ - NCT06929650Recruiting
Radiofrequency ablation for low-risk thyroid cancer
This trial tests a procedure called radiofrequency ablation to treat small, low-risk thyroid cancer. If you have a small nodule (2 cm or less) that is confirmed as cancer or suspicious for cancer (Bethesda 5/6), this treatment may be an option instead of surgery.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–100 - NCT06063902Enrolling by invitation
Long-term opioid therapy for chronic pain
This study looks at the risks and benefits of long-term use of opioids (strong painkillers) for chronic pain that is not caused by cancer. It aims to help doctors and patients make better decisions about pain management.
UppsalaAges 18 years+ - NCT07703033Recruiting
Heart Impact Study for Breast Cancer Radiotherapy
This study looks at how information about the heart may affect treatment decisions for people receiving radiation therapy for breast cancer. It aims to help reduce heart-related side effects from treatment.
CopenhagenAges 35 years+ - NCT03729115Recruiting
Enhanced breast cancer screening for high-risk women
This study tests a more thorough breast cancer screening program using MRI and other imaging for women at high risk. It aims to detect cancer earlier, which may improve treatment options and outcomes.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 25 years+ - NCT04517266Recruiting
Testing less radiation to the inner breast area
This trial studies whether some patients with early-stage breast cancer can safely skip a specific part of radiation to the inner chest (called internal mammary irradiation). It may reduce radiation side effects while still aiming to prevent the cancer from coming back.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT04812366RecruitingPhase 2
Genetic test-guided treatment before prostate surgery
This trial tests different drugs before prostate surgery based on a person's genetic profile. It aims to find better treatments for high-risk prostate cancer that hasn't spread yet.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03753243RecruitingPhase 2
Pembrolizumab and hormone blocker before prostate surgery
This Phase 2 trial studies whether pembrolizumab plus a hormone “androgen axis” blocker taken before prostate surgery can improve outcomes for people with high-risk, non-metastatic prostate cancer. It’s designed for patients who are planning prostate removal with an extended lymph node dissection.
Portland, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT04344496Recruiting
Collecting breast cancer tissue to predict recurrence risk
This study builds a “genome atlas” to better predict the chance that breast cancer will come back. It asks participants to share medical information and provide blood and tumor tissue samples, including samples kept in paraffin.
TaipeiAges 20 years+ - NCT04550845Recruiting
Study to teach genetics to men at risk for prostate cancer
This study aims to understand how men at higher risk for prostate cancer understand genetics terms, using an educational video. It may help improve patient education about genetic testing, especially for people who find these terms confusing.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 40–95
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cancer risk?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 717 recruiting cancer risk 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 risk 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 risk 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.