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
- NCT06291064RecruitingPhase 2
Chemotherapy study for Nigerian women with triple-negative breast cancer
This trial studies a standard chemotherapy treatment for Nigerian women with triple-negative breast cancer that has not spread widely. It aims to see how well the treatment works and how safe it is.
Ikeja, LagosAges 18–70 - NCT04288999RecruitingPhase 3
Surgery plus chemo versus chemo-radiation then surgery for recurrent rectal cancer
This study compares two treatment plans for locally recurrent rectal cancer: (1) surgery plus chemo, or (2) chemo plus radiation first, then surgery, followed by chemo. It aims to see which approach works better in controlling the cancer and helping patients recover.
ChibaAges 20–80 - NCT00001823Recruiting
Surgery Branch Screening for Cancer Treatment Studies
This is a screening evaluation to see if you might be eligible for cancer treatment research studies at the National Cancer Institute's Surgery Branch. Doctors will review your medical history, imaging, and test results to determine which clinical trials might be right for you.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05194878RecruitingPhase 3
Before-surgery chemotherapy vs immediate surgery for colon cancer
This trial compares giving chemotherapy before surgery versus going straight to surgery for certain stage II/III colon cancers. It may help shrink the tumor and improve outcomes by testing which approach works best for high-risk cases.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06362616Recruiting
Pre-surgery partial breast radiation for recurrent breast cancer
This trial tests a shorter course of radiation to just part of the breast before surgery for women who have had breast cancer return in the same breast. It's for those who have already had radiation to that breast and have a specific type of cancer (ER+, HER2-).
AmsterdamAges 51 years+ - NCT04460352RecruitingPhase 3
Esophageal cancer treatment with chemoradiation plus planned surgery
This trial tests the best way to treat locally advanced squamous cell esophageal cancer: either chemoradiation followed by planned surgery, or monitoring with surgery only if needed. It may help you choose a strategy that controls the cancer while aiming to reduce unnecessary procedures.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18–80 - NCT05797077RecruitingPhase 3
After-surgery blood test–guided therapy for colon cancer liver spread
This Phase 3 trial tests whether an added “maintenance” treatment after liver surgery can help prevent colorectal cancer from coming back. It is only for people whose blood test (ctDNA) still shows signs of cancer after their operation.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT07818135Recruiting
Comparing two robotic surgery methods for removing lung cancer
This study compares two different ways of doing robotic lung surgery to remove cancer. It looks at whether using one method (with an extra opening) is better than the standard method for people with early-stage lung cancer that can be removed.
L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06690528RecruitingPhase 2
Surgery vs. palliative care for pancreatic cancer with limited liver spread
This trial compares surgery to remove the primary tumor and up to 3 liver spots against standard palliative care for people with pancreatic cancer that has spread only to the liver (up to 3 spots). It is for those whose cancer has not grown after initial chemotherapy and who are healthy enough for surgery.
Padova, ItalyAges 18–75 - NCT07182682RecruitingPhase 3
Sunvozertinib after surgery for early-stage NSCLC with certain EGFR mutations
This trial tests the drug sunvozertinib given after surgery to see if it prevents lung cancer from coming back. It is for people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer that has specific changes in the EGFR gene (exon20 insertion or PACC mutations).
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT00897117Recruiting
Providing tumor tissue samples during lung cancer surgery
This study collects and analyzes tumor tissue from people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer who are planning surgery. It may help researchers learn more about the cancer by studying samples taken at the time of your operation.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18–120 - NCT05356039Recruiting
Study of surgery options and quality of life in pancreatic cancer
This study looks at people with borderline-resectable or locally advanced pancreatic cancer to see how treatment choices affect survival, quality of life, and whether tumors can be removed by surgery. It may help doctors better predict who can benefit from surgical approaches and what outcomes matter most to patients.
UmeåAges 18 years+ - NCT04575935RecruitingPhase 3
Minimally invasive surgery after chemotherapy for advanced ovarian cancer
This trial studies whether doing surgery using smaller incisions after chemotherapy works as well as a more traditional approach for certain people with stage IIIC–IV ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer. It may help reduce surgical trauma while aiming for effective tumor removal.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT03125980RecruitingPhase 3
Chemo timing before vs after colon cancer surgery
This Phase 3 study compares two schedules of a colon cancer chemo combination: starting before surgery or starting after surgery. It aims to see which timing helps people live longer and lowers cancer coming back.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06840262Recruiting
Nerve surgery for pain after cancer amputation
This study tests two surgical techniques—target muscle re-innervation and regenerative peripheral nerve interfaces—alone or together, to help reduce pain felt in the remaining limb or the missing limb (phantom pain) after amputation for cancer. The goal is to find the best way to manage pain and improve quality of life.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04671940Recruiting
Study tumor DNA changes during robot surgery after radiation
This study looks at how a cancer’s DNA changes over time in people who had head and neck cancer treated with radiation and then need robot-assisted surgery. It may help doctors understand why some cancers come back or persist and how to better plan treatment.
LondonAges 19 years+ - NCT07053085RecruitingPhase 2
Surgery or radiation for stable HER2+ breast cancer spread
This study tests whether combining surgery or strong focused radiation with standard treatment can help people whose HER2-positive breast cancer has spread to a few spots (5 or fewer) in the body, but not the brain. It's for patients whose cancer is stable after at least 3 months of first-line therapy.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT06434896Recruiting
Blood test to guide chemotherapy in stage II colon cancer
This trial is for people with stage II colon cancer who are not currently getting chemotherapy. It uses a blood test to look for tumor DNA, so doctors can decide if chemotherapy might help prevent the cancer from coming back.
's-HertogenboschAges 18 years+ - NCT07327021RecruitingPhase 2
MRI-Guided treatment reduction for stage 2-3 triple-negative breast cancer
This trial tests if using MRI scans can safely reduce the amount of chemotherapy and immunotherapy needed before surgery for triple-negative breast cancer. All patients will receive the standard KEYNOTE-522 regimen, but the treatment may be tailored based on MRI results.
Tel AvivAges 18 years+ - NCT04787744RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Test standard prostate cancer treatment with or without targeted spot radiation
This study tests whether adding targeted local treatment (like radiation to a few spots seen on scans) improves outcomes for some people with limited (oligometastatic) prostate cancer. It compares standard systemic therapy alone versus standard therapy plus PET-scan–guided spot treatment.
Long Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04423211RecruitingPhase 3
Surgery-recovered prostate cancer treated with PET-guided radiation
This trial tests whether adding targeted radiation guided by a PET scan (along with hormone therapy) can improve outcomes for prostate cancer that has come back after surgery. The PET scan helps doctors look for spots outside the usual radiation area so treatment can be tailored.
Anchorage, AlaskaAges 18 years+ - NCT07000253RecruitingPhase 2
Timing of local treatment for limited metastatic stomach or esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether giving local treatments (like surgery or radiation) to cancer spots later—after starting immunotherapy or targeted therapy—helps people with stomach or esophageal cancer that has spread to a few places. It aims to improve outcomes by timing treatments carefully.
AmsterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT06354959Recruiting
Prehab program before lung or esophageal cancer surgery
This program helps you get stronger and healthier before your lung or esophageal cancer surgery. It's called 'prehab' and aims to improve your recovery after the operation.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07651553Recruiting
Transanal vs. Robotic Surgery for Rectal Cancer
This trial compares two surgical approaches to remove rectal cancer while preserving bowel function. Researchers want to see which method—performed through the anus or with robotic assistance—leads to better outcomes and quality of life.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75
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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.