Clinical trials
Cancer Surgery clinical trials
Below are recruiting cancer surgery clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 863 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06744413Recruiting
Prehabilitation to improve heart rate variability before cancer surgery
This trial tests whether a personalized prehabilitation program, delivered via a smartphone app, can improve heart rate variability (a measure of nervous system health) in people preparing for major cancer surgery. Participation may help you recover better after surgery.
CataniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06289374Recruiting
Long-term breath & blood study after stomach or esophagus cancer surgery
This study is for people who have had surgery for stomach or esophagus adenocarcinoma and are already part of a larger study called BIORESOURCE 1. It looks at certain substances in your breath and blood over time to learn more about recovery.
LondonAges 18–90 - NCT07060443RecruitingPhase 2
Fluorescent dye study for right-sided colon cancer surgery
This trial tests whether using a fluorescent dye during surgery can help doctors better see and remove lymph nodes in people with right-sided colon cancer. It aims to make surgery more precise and potentially improve outcomes.
DaeguAges 19–85 - NCT07550738Recruiting
Breathing machine settings during laparoscopic cancer surgery
This study compares two different ways of controlling breathing machines during laparoscopic (minimally invasive) abdominal cancer surgery. Researchers want to see which method keeps your heart and blood flow stable and protects your lungs during surgery.
AsyutAges 20–80 - NCT07588737Recruiting
AI-Guided Recovery Support After Lung Cancer Surgery
This study uses artificial intelligence and a smartphone app to help monitor your recovery after lung cancer surgery. The goal is to track your symptoms and provide personalized guidance to support your healing and overall well-being.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–80 - NCT07515027Recruiting
Acupuncture plus anti-nausea medication after lung cancer surgery
This trial tests whether combining acupuncture with a standard anti-nausea medication can better prevent nausea and vomiting after minimally invasive lung cancer surgery. Many patients undergoing this surgery experience these side effects, especially when taking pain medication afterward.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT06642142Recruiting
When numbness starts after a spine block for breast surgery
This study is testing how quickly numbness starts after a specific type of pain block (erector spinae plane block) given before breast surgery. It may help people who are having breast surgery and are healthy enough to receive this block.
Latina, ItalyAges 18 years+ - NCT02984761Recruiting
Surgery vs focused radiation for early lung cancer
This trial compares two ways to treat early-stage lung cancer: surgery or a precise type of radiation called stereotactic radiotherapy. It aims to find out which approach works best for people whose cancer is small and has not spread.
Long Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03716089Recruiting
Laparoscopic surgery for stomach GIST by tumor site
This trial studies whether doing laparoscopic surgery for stomach GISTs (gastrointestinal stromal tumors) works and is safe when the tumor is in a “favorable” versus “unfavorable” location. You might be eligible if your tumor is confirmed as GIST and doctors expect to remove it completely using keyhole surgery.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18–75 - NCT04284969Recruiting
Study of surgery plan for advanced ovarian or peritoneal cancer
This trial looks at whether a specific treatment pathway that may include surgery helps people with advanced ovarian (or related) cancer. It mainly involves planning and undergoing a complex pelvic surgery, sometimes after chemotherapy, to improve outcomes.
BordeauxAges 70 years+ - NCT04715581Recruiting
Pre-surgery rehab program for frail older adults having stomach surgery
This trial studies a “prehabilitation” program—exercise and coaching before surgery—to help frail older adults recover better after major digestive cancer surgery. It may help you strengthen your body and function before the operation, which can improve outcomes after surgery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65–89 - NCT04731558RecruitingPhase 4
Blood clot prevention before versus after liver surgery
This study compares two approaches to preventing blood clots around the time of liver surgery. If you’re having planned liver surgery, it may help doctors choose the safest timing and method for clot prevention.
HelsinkiAges 18 years+ - NCT04979156Recruiting
Laser removal of bladder tumors in one piece
This trial studies using a specific laser technique to remove bladder tumors “en bloc” (in one piece) during a procedure. It may help reduce leftover tumor tissue and improve how safely the tumor can be removed for people with certain small, papillary bladder tumors.
Kansas City, KansasAges 18 years+ - NCT05782686Recruiting
Shaving wound skin regularly after breast-conserving surgery
This study looks at whether regularly removing (shaving) small amounts of skin during recovery can improve surgical healing and outcomes. It focuses on people having breast-conserving surgery for certain early breast cancers.
L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05933122Recruiting
Sexual health support after rectal cancer surgery
This study looks at how common sexual difficulties are in women after rectal cancer surgery, and whether a sexologist-led support program can help. If you qualify, you may be asked about sexual well-being and take part in counseling support.
Brive-la-GaillardeAges 18 years+ - NCT06145074RecruitingPhase 2
Testing propranolol before surgery for pancreatic cancer
This trial tests if taking propranolol (a blood pressure medication) before surgery helps treat pancreatic cancer that can be removed. It aims to see if the drug is safe and works well.
CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT06256354Recruiting
Managing body temperature during cancer surgery to prevent confusion
This trial tests whether carefully managing a patient's body temperature during cancer surgery can reduce the risk of postoperative delirium and improve long-term survival. It is for older adults undergoing major cancer surgery.
Chizhou, AnhuiAges 65 years+ - NCT06465277Recruiting
Heart MRI and stress test after lung or esophagus surgery
This study uses a heart MRI with a stress medication to see how well the right side of the heart pumps after lung or upper digestive surgery. It may help doctors understand heart recovery after these operations.
Belfast, Northern IrelandAges 18 years+ - NCT06468852Recruiting
Fluid management during head and neck cancer surgery
This trial tests whether a specific way of giving fluids during surgery (called goal-directed fluid therapy) can improve recovery after head and neck cancer surgery. It involves having a small tube in your artery to closely watch your blood pressure.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06492408RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy before surgery for liver cancer
This trial tests giving two immunotherapy drugs directly into the tumor before surgery for liver cancer. It aims to see if this approach can shrink the tumor and improve outcomes for patients who are candidates for surgery.
Guanzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06531460Recruiting
Omega-3 nutrition before lung cancer surgery
This study tests whether a special nutrition drink with omega-3 (a healthy fat found in fish) can help people recover better after lung cancer surgery. You may qualify if you are about to have lung removal surgery.
Mexico CityAges 18 years+ - NCT06608446Recruiting
Rehab from home after breast cancer surgery
This study tests a remote physical therapy program to help manage complications after breast cancer surgery. It may help you recover movement and reduce discomfort without needing to travel to a clinic.
Roma, RomaAges 18 years+ - NCT06621472Recruiting
Comparing two nerve blocks for liver surgery pain
This study compares two types of pain-relieving injections (nerve blocks) used during liver surgery. One is a retrolaminar block and the other is a subcostal transversus abdominis plane block. The goal is to see which one provides better pain control after surgery.
CairoAges 18–65 - NCT06082206Recruiting
Nerve blocks to prevent long-term pain after breast cancer surgery
This study compares two types of nerve blocks (pectoral nerve block vs. paravertebral block) to see which one better prevents long-term pain after breast cancer surgery.
AsyutAges 20–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cancer surgery?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 863 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.
Related conditions
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.