Clinical trials
Cancer Surgery clinical trials
Below are recruiting cancer surgery clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 859 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06436846Recruiting
Genomic risk in retroperitoneal sarcoma
This study is looking at genetic risk factors in people with retroperitoneal liposarcoma who are having surgery to remove the tumor. The goal is to understand how genes affect the disease and possibly guide future treatments.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06458894Recruiting
Home pre-surgery rehab for lung surgery patients
This trial tests a home-based pre-habilitation program using the internet for people who are 60 or older and planning lung surgery. The goal is to see if this approach helps patients prepare for surgery and recover better.
Yiwu, ZhejiangAges 60–99 - NCT07211529Recruiting
Nerve block during chest surgery to reduce complications
This trial tests whether a numbing injection near the spine (paravertebral block) given during keyhole chest surgery can lower the risk of problems after surgery. It might help patients recover more comfortably.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–80 - NCT06472063Recruiting
Surgery first vs chemo then surgery for advanced stomach cancer
This trial compares two approaches for stomach cancer that has spread a bit but can still be removed with surgery. One group has surgery first, the other gets chemotherapy before surgery. The goal is to see which sequence leads to better long-term outcomes.
Orbassano, PiedmontAges 18 years+ - NCT05352178RecruitingPhase 3
Targeted treatment for few-spread prostate cancer spots
This Phase 3 trial tests whether treating only a small number of prostate cancer metastases can help people with “oligorecurrent” (limited repeat) prostate cancer. It may reduce cancer activity while avoiding broader whole-body treatment for some patients.
LeuvenAges 18 years+ - NCT04628767RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Durvalumab plus chemo before surgery for upper tract cancer
This trial tests whether adding an immunotherapy drug (durvalumab) to chemotherapy before surgery can improve outcomes for people with high-grade upper tract urothelial cancer. It compares different treatment approaches based on whether a patient can receive cisplatin chemotherapy.
Kingman, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07388524RecruitingPhase 3
Testing atezolizumab after surgery for early stage lung cancer
This trial tests if the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab can prevent early stage non-small cell lung cancer from coming back after surgery. It is for people whose tumors have high levels of a protein called PD-L1 (50% or more) and do not have certain gene changes (EGFR or ALK).
Newark, DelawareAges 18 years+ - NCT05033691Recruiting
Osimertinib plus early brain radiation versus osimertinib alone
This trial tests whether starting focused radiation to brain spots early (called SRS) along with osimertinib works better than taking osimertinib alone. It is for people with lung cancer that has an EGFR mutation and has not yet caused major brain symptoms.
JerusalemAges 18–120 - NCT06050200Recruiting
Growth Observation in Liver Surgery
This trial studies a way to help people who need liver surgery but have a very small remaining liver after the operation. It tests a special growth observation approach to see if it can safely increase the size of the future liver remnant.
Warsaw, Masovian VoivodeshipAges 18–80 - NCT06401304Recruiting
Value-based breast surgery outcomes study
This study looks at how well breast-conserving surgery (lumpectomy) works for women with breast cancer or other breast conditions. It will track how you feel, how you look, and your overall satisfaction to help improve future care.
SydneyAges 18 years+ - NCT04086290RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Surgery plus targeted radiation for prostate cancer spread
This study looks at whether combining prostate surgery with a highly focused radiation treatment (SBRT) can control prostate cancer that has spread to a limited number of bones. It may help patients by treating the main tumor and the specific metastatic spots in a controlled way.
HerlevAges 18 years+ - NCT03536897Recruiting
Radiation registry after lumpectomy for certain early breast cancers
This study collects information about people with early-stage, hormone-receptor–positive breast cancer who have a lumpectomy and radiation. It may help doctors understand outcomes after this standard treatment and improve care for future patients.
Columbus, OhioAges 65 years+ - NCT04373655Recruiting
Lymph node surgery after chemotherapy for invasive breast cancer
This trial studies how doctors should operate on lymph nodes after you finish chemotherapy given before surgery. It may help improve treatment planning for people whose breast cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes, but not to distant organs.
Esslingen am NeckarAges 18 years+ - NCT06748352Recruiting
Robot-assisted scope removal for early stomach cancer
This study tests a new robot-assisted tool to remove early-stage stomach cancer or precancerous cells through a scope (endoscope) without open surgery. The goal is to see if it is safe and effective at removing the abnormal tissue completely.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–80 - NCT07176455Enrolling by invitation
Dietary habits after stomach cancer surgery
This trial studies how older stomach cancer survivors' eating habits change after surgery and tests ways to help them eat healthier. It focuses on people who just had their stomach cancer removed.
NanjingAges 60 years+ - NCT05704621RecruitingPhase 2
Surgery after PARP inhibitor failure in returning ovarian cancer
This trial tests whether doing additional (“secondary”) tumor-removal surgery can help people with ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer that has returned after PARP inhibitor maintenance. It focuses on people whose cancer can likely be fully removed and who are considered good candidates for surgery and follow-up treatment.
SeoulAges 18 years+ - NCT07705139Recruiting
Listening to bowel sounds after colorectal surgery
This study listens to your bowel sounds after colorectal cancer surgery to see if they can help doctors know when your gut is working again. You will have a small device placed on your belly to record sounds for a few days.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–90 - NCT05990426Recruiting
Alternate day fasting during chemo for gynecologic cancers
This trial tests whether alternating between a fasting day and a normal eating day can help people recovering from gynecologic cancer surgery while they receive chemotherapy. It aims to see if this eating pattern is safe and helpful during treatment.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05200260RecruitingPhase 2
Surgery plus maintenance medicines for advanced ovarian cancer
This trial checks whether having surgery to remove as much tumor as possible, followed by ongoing targeted treatment, helps people with advanced ovarian (and related) cancers live longer and/or control cancer better. It specifically uses tumor-testing results to match patients and then continues treatment after surgery.
FoshanAges 18 years+ - NCT05412225RecruitingPhase 1
Pre-surgery radiation, then mastectomy and immediate breast reconstruction
This Phase 1 study looks at giving radiation before surgery for people with locally advanced breast cancer, then performing a mastectomy and immediate reconstruction. It aims to see whether this combined approach can shrink the cancer before surgery and safely allow reconstruction afterward.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT05990946Recruiting
Smartphone monitoring after lung cancer surgery
This trial tests if using a smartphone app to track your symptoms after minimally invasive lung cancer surgery can help you stick to your recovery exercises. It aims to improve your recovery by keeping you connected with your care team.
Zhongshan, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06348134RecruitingPhase 2
Anti-HER2 Therapy Before and After Surgery for HER2-Positive Breast Cancer
This trial tests a targeted therapy (anti-HER2) given before and after surgery for Nigerian women with HER2-positive breast cancer. It aims to see if this treatment helps shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Ikeja, LagosAges 18 years+ - NCT04839614Recruiting
Weight-loss surgery plus uterus surgery for certain uterine lining conditions
This trial tests doing weight-loss surgery at the same time as laparoscopic uterus (womb) surgery for people with certain early uterine lining conditions. It may help lower risk from severe obesity while treating the uterine condition.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06788548Recruiting
Fluorescence-Guided Surgery for Early Stomach Cancer
This trial tests a new technique that uses a special dye to highlight the first lymph nodes where stomach cancer might spread, allowing surgeons to remove only the necessary nodes during surgery. The goal is to reduce side effects while still effectively treating the cancer.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cancer surgery?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 859 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.