Clinical trials
Cancer Surgery clinical trials
Below are recruiting cancer surgery clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 849 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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+ - 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+ - 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+ - NCT05314114Recruiting
Skipping underarm surgery for some breast cancers after chemotherapy
This trial studies whether it’s safe to skip removing underarm lymph nodes (axillary surgery) for people with certain breast cancers after they respond to “NACT,” a type of chemotherapy. It also uses planned breast-conserving surgery and whole-breast radiation to see if outcomes stay similar while reducing surgery-related side effects.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT07686250RecruitingPhase 2
SAVI Scout for breast cancer surgery localization
This trial studies a new method (SAVI Scout) to help surgeons locate and remove breast tumors more precisely during surgery. It may reduce the need for multiple markers and improve outcomes.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05939687RecruitingPhase 3
Mesh placement to help prevent complications after bowel surgery
This Phase 3 trial tests whether placing a protective mesh during stoma closure can lower the risk of complications after low anterior resection surgery. It may help people heal more safely and reduce stoma-related problems.
MoscowAges 18–85 - NCT07343596Recruiting
Immunotherapy before surgery for oral cavity cancer
This study tests whether giving an immunotherapy drug called pembrolizumab before surgery can help treat oral cavity cancer. The researchers will look for biomarkers (clues in your tumor) that may predict how well the treatment works.
Madison, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT06923787RecruitingPhase 2
Lidocaine for colon cancer surgery recovery
This trial tests whether giving lidocaine through an IV during and after colon cancer surgery can help with recovery and boost your immune system. It's for people having laparoscopic colon surgery who haven't had chemotherapy before.
LjubljanaAges 18–80 - NCT06906237Recruiting
Breast reconstruction study for early-stage breast cancer
This study looks at how well special breast-conserving surgery techniques work for women with early-stage breast cancer. It aims to see if these techniques provide good results and satisfaction over time.
PadovaAges 18 years+ - NCT06593639Recruiting
Prehabilitation for head and neck cancer patients
This study tests a prehabilitation program (exercise and nutrition support) to see if it helps patients with head and neck cancer who are about to start curative treatment. It aims to improve your strength and recovery before and during cancer therapy.
Naples, ItalyAges 18 years+ - NCT06668454Recruiting
Chemoimmunotherapy before surgery for limited spread esophageal cancer
This trial tests a treatment plan that combines chemotherapy with immunotherapy, followed by surgery, for people whose esophageal or stomach cancer has spread to a few areas (oligometastatic). The goal is to see if this approach can shrink the cancer and improve outcomes.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–80 - NCT06293625RecruitingPhase 3
Chemotherapy before surgery for colon cancer in older adults
This trial tests whether giving 6 weeks of chemotherapy (FOLFOX) before surgery can help people aged 70 and older with locally advanced colon cancer. It aims to make treatment safer and more effective for older adults.
DijonAges 70 years+ - NCT05407987RecruitingPhase 3
Iron infusion to improve recovery after gynecologic cancer surgery
This Phase 3 study tests whether giving a specific iron medicine before major gynecologic cancer surgery can improve recovery. It’s mainly for people with low blood counts from low iron stores before surgery.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT06476184RecruitingPhase 3
Adjusted chemo dosing for hard-to-treat ovarian cancer
This trial tests a different way of giving chemotherapy to people with advanced ovarian cancer that didn't respond well to initial treatment. The goal is to see if changing the dose and schedule can improve outcomes.
AngersAges 18 years+ - NCT07586319Enrolling by invitation
Surgery to improve survival in early-stage spread breast cancer
This study tests whether surgery to remove cancer spots can help people with breast cancer that has spread to a few places live longer. You would receive standard cancer medicines plus surgery if you qualify.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18 years+ - NCT04349527Recruiting
Comparing breast-conserving surgeries and how you feel after
This trial compares two breast-conserving surgery techniques to see how they affect cosmetic results (how the breast looks), quality of life, and patient satisfaction. It may help guide the best surgical approach for people eligible for breast conservation.
BudapestAges 18–65 - NCT07848841Recruiting
Online education for head and neck surgery patients
This study tests an online education program to help patients prepare for head and neck surgery. The program aims to improve satisfaction and recovery outcomes by providing easy-to-understand information before the operation.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT06561308RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus chemo for advanced endometrial cancer
This trial tests a combination of a PD-1 inhibitor (a type of immunotherapy) with chemotherapy given before surgery for advanced endometrial cancer. The goal is to see if this approach helps shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT06906952Enrolling by invitation
Robotic surgery through the anus vs. standard robotic surgery for rectal cancer
This trial compares two robotic surgery methods for high rectal and sigmoid colon cancer—one that removes the tumor through the anus (NOSES-IV) and the traditional assisted approach. It aims to see which way may lead to better recovery.
NanchangAges 18–80 - NCT06791538Recruiting
Robotic vs. laparoscopic surgery for advanced stomach cancer
This trial compares robotic-assisted surgery to standard laparoscopic surgery for locally advanced stomach cancer. It aims to see which approach offers better outcomes and recovery for patients.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT05794035Recruiting
Shorter radiation after skin cancer surgery for older adults
This study looks at whether giving a shorter course of radiation after surgery can help prevent skin cancer from coming back in people age 70 and older. It focuses on higher-risk skin cancers and checks how well the treatment works and what side effects occur.
CréteilAges 70 years+ - NCT05772390RecruitingPhase 2
Second radiation for a small breast cancer return
This Phase 2 study tests whether giving targeted radiation again to the same breast can control a small, local breast cancer that came back after prior whole-breast radiation. It may help some patients avoid or delay further treatment for the breast while carefully checking safety.
Meldola, Forlì CesenaAges 18 years+ - NCT05793554Recruiting
AI checks cancer type during rectal surgery in real time
This study tests an AI system that helps identify cancer or polyp findings during rectal surgery or assessment, using real-time information. It may help surgeons classify tissue more accurately while you are already getting treatment.
Dublin, IrelandAges 18 years+ - NCT04754321RecruitingPhase 1
Test immunotherapy with salvage surgery and IORT for head and neck cancer
This Phase 1 trial tests a new plan that combines immunotherapy with surgery, plus a targeted radiation treatment called IORT. It is for people whose head and neck squamous cell cancer has come back or never fully went away and can be operated on. The goal is to shrink or control the cancer and see how safe the approach is.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cancer surgery?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 849 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.