Clinical trials
Cancer Surgery clinical trials
Below are recruiting cancer surgery clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 861 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04067830RecruitingPhase 2
Breathing muscle training before lung surgery to prevent complications
This trial tests whether training your breathing muscles before lung surgery can reduce lung problems after surgery in people with stage I to IIIb lung cancer. It may help improve breathing and lower the chance of post-surgery lung complications.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 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+ - NCT07484087Recruiting
Ablation vs. Surgery for Early Breast Cancer
This trial compares a less invasive treatment called ablation (which uses extreme cold to destroy the tumor) with standard surgery for early-stage breast cancer. It is for women aged 50 or older with a small, low-risk tumor that has not spread.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 50 years+ - NCT03582124RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Panitumumab dye to help find lung cancer during surgery
This trial tests a special dye drug (panitumumab-IRDye800) that may help surgeons better see lung cancer areas while operating. If it works, it could improve how well cancer tissue is found and removed during planned lung surgery.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 19 years+ - NCT03983226RecruitingPhase 2
Surgery plus niraparib for returning ovarian cancer
This trial tests whether adding niraparib (a pill treatment that targets cancer cell DNA repair) after surgery can help people with ovarian cancer that has come back. It focuses on “platinum-sensitive” cases and tries to remove all visible tumor when possible.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT05566249Recruiting
Safety study of ArtiSential during rectal cancer surgery
This trial checks whether a tool called ArtiSential can be used safely and practically during planned rectal cancer operations. It may help the surgical team prepare and perform the operation more smoothly, but the main goal is safety and feasibility.
SeoulAges 18–80 - NCT06114108Recruiting
Adding local treatment to drug therapy for stage IV lung cancer
This trial compares continuing drug therapy alone versus adding local treatments (surgery or radiation) for people with stage IV lung cancer that has responded to initial treatment but still has a few remaining spots (oligometastatic). The goal is to see if targeting those spots with local therapy helps control the cancer longer.
AarauAges 18 years+ - NCT06109454Recruiting
Huaier granules after lung cancer surgery
This study tests whether Huaier granules can help prevent lung cancer from coming back after surgery. It is for people with stage II–IIIA non-small cell lung cancer who have recently had their tumor completely removed and have not had other treatments like chemotherapy or radiation.
Shenyang, LiaoningAges 18–75 - NCT07314996Recruiting
Laparoscopic vs. open surgery for colon cancer with belly fat
This trial compares laparoscopy (minimally invasive) and open surgery for treating colon cancer in people with extra belly fat around internal organs (visceral obesity). The goal is to see which approach gives better recovery and outcomes.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT05495048Recruiting
Transvaginal surgery vs standard laparoscopy for right colon removal
This study compares two surgical approaches for removing the right side of the colon in certain women with colon cancer or a high-risk pre-cancer. It aims to see whether the less invasive transvaginal approach can be done safely and work as well as standard laparoscopic surgery.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT04874038RecruitingPhase 3
Lidocaine infusions to prevent long-lasting pain after breast surgery
This Phase 3 study tests whether receiving lidocaine through an IV during breast surgery can lower the chance of ongoing pain afterward. If it works, it may help some people avoid chronic, surgery-related pain in the chest wall, shoulder, or arm.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18–100 - NCT06330038RecruitingPhase 4
Anesthesia type and lung cancer return after surgery
This study looks at whether the type of anesthesia you receive during lung cancer surgery may affect the chance of your cancer coming back. It is for people with non-small cell lung cancer who are having surgery to remove the tumor.
Seoul, Seoul-teukbyeolsiAges 19 years+ - NCT05974995Recruiting
Robotic or standard surgery for early uterine cancer in obesity
This trial compares robotic-assisted surgery versus standard laparoscopic surgery for people with early-stage uterine (endometrial) cancer and a BMI of 30 or higher. The goal is to see which approach is safer and works better for this group.
RomeAges 18–75 - NCT04008563Recruiting
Weight-loss surgery to protect fertility in early womb cancer
This study tests whether bariatric (weight-loss) surgery can help treat certain early, low-grade womb changes while preserving fertility. It’s mainly for people with a higher BMI who want to have children and have an early stage diagnosis confirmed by scans.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–41 - NCT07098598RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Using FAPI-PET to diagnose pancreatic cancer
This trial uses a special imaging scan called FAPI-PET to help doctors better diagnose pancreatic cancer. If you are suspected of having pancreatic cancer or a recurrence, this study may help confirm or clarify your diagnosis.
TurkuAges 18–85 - NCT05003635Recruiting
Testing a vacuum device to improve breast fat reconstruction
This trial tests whether an external vacuum device (EVEBRA) can help surgeons place fat grafts more effectively during breast reconstruction. You may be able to try the device in an office visit and, if you qualify, receive reconstruction using only your own fat.
Maastricht, LimburgAges 23–69 - NCT07016880Recruiting
VR for anxiety during gynecological cancer surgery
This trial tests whether using virtual reality (VR) during surgery can help reduce anxiety and improve satisfaction for people having their first open surgery for gynecological cancer. You will wear VR goggles during the operation to see if it makes you feel calmer and more comfortable.
AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT03353467Recruiting
Surgery through the nose for early nasopharyngeal cancer
This trial tests whether a minimally invasive surgery done through the nose can help people newly diagnosed with early-stage nasopharyngeal cancer. It looks for patients who have not had prior cancer treatment and who are healthy enough for the procedure and follow-up.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT05652361Recruiting
AI guidance system for robotic rectal cancer surgery
This trial tests a machine-learning (AI) system that may help guide surgeons during robotic rectal cancer operations. It’s meant to support safer, more accurate surgery while comparing outcomes to standard surgical guidance.
Dresden, SaxonyAges 18 years+ - NCT07335354Recruiting
Decision tool for breast reconstruction after mastectomy
This study is testing a decision tool to help people who are thinking about breast reconstruction surgery after a mastectomy. The tool is designed to help you and your doctor make a more informed choice.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT07401641Recruiting
Pain control study for oral cancer surgery
This study tests two different pain medicines (dezocine or nalbuphine) combined with sufentanil to see which helps better control pain after oral cancer surgery with free flap reconstruction. It also looks at side effects and how well the transplanted tissue survives.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT04450758Recruiting
Stent or stoma right away versus surgery later for bowel blockage
This trial studies treatment choices for adults with a large-bowel blockage caused by colon cancer. It compares doing an emergency procedure now (like a stent or stoma) versus bridging to a later colon surgery, to see which approach is safer and works better.
GothenburgAges 18–100 - NCT06259513Recruiting
Skipping armpit surgery for breast cancer patients
This trial tests whether it's safe to skip armpit surgery in older women with small, low-risk breast cancers. If you qualify, you would have a mastectomy without removing lymph nodes from your armpit.
SingaporeAges 21–80 - NCT03258320RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing chemo plus surgery for certain prostate cancers
This trial compares different chemotherapy drugs given around the time of surgery to see which approach works best for men with certain locally advanced prostate cancer. It may help find a better way to control the cancer after surgery.
Qingdao, ShandongAges 40–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cancer surgery?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 861 recruiting cancer surgery 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 surgery 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 surgery 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.