Clinical trials
Cancer Surgery clinical trials
Below are recruiting cancer surgery clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 858 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07579780Recruiting
Nerve Block During Laparoscopic Colorectal Cancer Surgery
This trial tests a pain-relief technique called a nerve block during minimally invasive surgery to remove colorectal cancer. The block numbs nerves in the lower abdomen to potentially reduce pain and improve recovery after surgery.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07294690Recruiting
Virtual reality training before colorectal cancer surgery
This study uses virtual reality training before colorectal cancer surgery to see if it helps reduce anxiety and prepare you better for the procedure, leading to a smoother recovery.
IstanbulAges 18–70 - NCT04469296Recruiting
Diet changes before surgery for hormone-receptor breast cancer
This trial tests whether changing your diet before your breast surgery can help people with early, hormone-receptor (ER/PR+) breast cancer. It focuses on patients who have not started treatment yet and want to keep surgery as the main treatment.
Montpellier, HeraultAges 18–80 - NCT06970275Recruiting
PET-CT imaging study for cancer surgery patients
This trial uses a special PET-CT scanner to take high-resolution images of cancer tumors that have been surgically removed. The goal is to see how well these images match the results from standard lab tests, such as pathology, and to track long-term outcomes.
GhentAges 18 years+ - NCT06466902Recruiting
Using photos to check lymph node removal in stomach cancer surgery
This study tests if taking photos during minimally invasive stomach cancer surgery can help doctors check that all the right lymph nodes were removed. If you're having a laparoscopic or robotic gastrectomy for stomach cancer, this study might be for you.
Cremona, CRAges 18 years+ - NCT06936774RecruitingPhase 3
Intensive follow-up after rectal cancer surgery to improve recovery
This study tests whether a more intensive follow-up program after rectal cancer surgery can improve your recovery, daily function, and overall quality of life. If you've had a temporary ileostomy and are waiting for reversal, this extra support may help you feel better faster.
BaselAges 18 years+ - NCT05614375Recruiting
Endoscopic surgery for soft tissue cancer in the nose
This trial studies using a minimally invasive camera-assisted surgery to remove soft tissue sarcoma in the nose and nearby sinuses. It may help by aiming to fully remove the tumor safely while considering how well patients’ bodies can handle surgery.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT06958991Recruiting
Laser scanner test during breast cancer surgery
This trial tests a new laser scanner that helps doctors see if all cancer cells are removed during breast-conserving surgery, which might reduce the need for a second operation.
Villars-sûr-glâne, Canton of FribourgAges 18 years+ - NCT06906601Recruiting
Magnetic tracking before breast surgery: a medical study
This study tests a new magnetic tracking method to help surgeons precisely locate breast tumors before surgery. It may help improve the accuracy of breast-conserving surgery.
LyonAges 18 years+ - NCT05642819Recruiting
MRI before and after surgery for abdominal cancers
This study uses extra detailed MRI scans before and/or around planned abdominal surgery to help researchers understand changes in the body. It includes people having surgery for certain cancers and some people having surgery for non-cancer (benign) conditions.
EdinburghAges 18 years+ - NCT06277180Recruiting
PET scan guided surgery for medullary thyroid cancer
This trial uses a special PET scan to help guide surgery for medullary thyroid cancer (MTC). The goal is to see if this scan can make surgery more precise.
BeijingAges 18–75 - NCT05808712Recruiting
Study how cancer care feels when surgery is stopped
This study looks at the quality of cancer care and patient experience in people over 18 who have gastrointestinal cancer diagnoses. It especially focuses on situations where cancer surgery is aborted or stopped and asks patients to complete a Swedish questionnaire.
LinköpingAges 18 years+ - NCT07561840Recruiting
Exercise Training After Stomach or Esophagus Cancer Surgery
This study tests whether a guided exercise program helps people recover better after surgery for esophageal or gastric (stomach) cancer. Researchers will track your strength, fitness, and quality of life over time.
Hirakata, OsakaAges 18 years+ - NCT03465982Recruiting
Timing surgery after chemotherapy and radiation for rectal cancer
This trial studies the best time to do surgery after you finish chemotherapy and radiation for rectal cancer. It may help improve how well minimally invasive surgery works and how safely it can be done.
Alessandria, ALAges 18 years+ - NCT07110051Recruiting
Pain relief after abdominal surgery in children with cancer
This trial compares two pain medicines, nalbuphine and tramadol, to see which works better for children with cancer after abdominal surgery. The goal is to find the safest and most effective way to manage pain.
CairoAges 3–12 - NCT07116642Recruiting
Scar placement after breast-conserving surgery for breast cancer
This study compares how different scar placements after breast-conserving surgery affect your recovery and quality of life. By joining, you help doctors learn which scar location leads to the best outcomes for patients like you.
Leeds, West YorkshireAges 18 years+ - NCT06417567Recruiting
Preventing nausea and vomiting after GI cancer surgery
This study tests whether the medication NEPA (Netupitant and Palonosetron) can prevent nausea and vomiting in people who have had surgery for liver, gallbladder, or pancreatic cancer. It may help those who want to avoid post-surgery sickness.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT07171528RecruitingPhase 2
Surgery after chemo for recurrent ovarian cancer
This trial is for people with recurrent ovarian cancer whose disease came back more than 6 months after platinum chemo. It tests whether removing the recurrent tumor with surgery (after more chemo) can help—even if surgery wasn't an option before.
Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 19–80 - NCT07535021Recruiting
Mandala Art Therapy to Help With Cancer Surgery Recovery
This study tests whether creating mandala art (decorative circular patterns) helps colorectal cancer patients cope better after surgery. Researchers want to see if art therapy reduces stress, builds emotional strength, and improves your ability to handle the surgery and recovery.
SivasAges 18–74 - NCT07044505Recruiting
Studying Uterine Fluid During Gynecologic Surgery
This study collects fluid from the uterus during gynecologic surgery to study cells and molecules, which may help understand how women's health conditions develop.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07206121Recruiting
Study of a new device for breast cancer surgery
This trial tests a device that uses radiofrequency energy to help remove breast cancer during surgery. It may be an option for women over 50 with a specific type of early-stage breast cancer.
Galveston, TexasAges 50 years+ - NCT07483034Enrolling by invitation
Music therapy for anxiety during breast cancer treatment
This study tests whether listening to specially chosen music while you're in the hospital for breast cancer treatment can help lower anxiety and depression. It also looks at how music might affect certain substances in your blood that are linked to stress and healing.
Zagreb, City of ZagrebAges 18–65 - NCT07374835Enrolling by invitation
Weight-based treatment for leg swelling after gynecologic cancer surgery
This study tests a treatment plan based on your body mass index (BMI) to help reduce leg swelling (lymphedema) that started within 2 years after gynecologic cancer surgery. It aims to find a more personalized way to manage this condition.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT06254859Recruiting
Nerve monitoring during thyroid surgery and voice outcomes
This study tests whether using nerve monitoring during thyroid surgery helps protect the nerves that control your voice. It includes adults having one side of their thyroid removed and tracks voice changes before and after surgery.
Fuzhou, FujianAges Any age
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cancer surgery?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 858 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.