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
- NCT05061342Recruiting
Cancer or healthy volunteers share health and imaging survey data
This study collects information about how cancer care affects daily life, treatment side effects, and quality of life, and it stores imaging and related data for future research. You might be able to take part if you’re scheduled for treatment at the center (or you’re a healthy volunteer) and can complete the questionnaires.
Shenzhen, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT04215731RecruitingPhase 3
Chemo plus targeted drug before surgery for high-risk rectal cancer
This trial tests giving chemotherapy (mFOLFOXIRI) plus bevacizumab before surgery for rectal cancer that has higher-risk features. It aims to shrink or control the cancer early to improve outcomes after treatment.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT06449937Recruiting
Local liver treatment for colorectal cancer that has spread
This trial tests whether treating liver tumors with surgery or ablation can help people whose colorectal cancer has spread to the liver and other organs. It may be an option if you've had only 1 or 2 types of chemotherapy and your non-liver metastases are stable.
Chuzhou, AnhuiAges 18–80 - NCT05984810RecruitingPhase 2
Using a glowing dye to help see pancreatic cancer during surgery
This trial tests whether a special dye (SGM-101) can help surgeons see remaining cancer cells during surgery for pancreatic cancer that has been treated before surgery. It may lead to more complete removal of the tumor.
LeidenAges 18 years+ - NCT07431892Recruiting
Pain after robotic vs. laparoscopic colon cancer surgery
This study compares pain levels after two types of minimally invasive colon cancer surgery: robotic and laparoscopic. It aims to see if one approach leads to less pain, which may help you recover more comfortably.
MadridAges 18 years+ - NCT07091526Recruiting
Does controlling uric acid help after pancreatic cancer surgery?
This study is checking if controlling uric acid (a normal body waste product) can help people with pancreatic cancer live longer after surgery. If you have had successful surgery and are otherwise healthy, this trial might be for you.
Lanzhou, GansuAges 18–85 - NCT07007182RecruitingPhase 2
Treating stomach cancer spread to lymph nodes with chemo, surgery, and radiation
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy (conversion therapy), surgery, and radiation for people with stomach cancer that has spread only to lymph nodes behind the stomach. The goal is to see if this approach can help shrink the cancer and improve outcomes.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–75 - NCT05265208RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation plus chemo after liver surgery for bile duct cancer
This trial studies giving a special internal radiation treatment along with capecitabine (a chemotherapy) for liver cancer related to bile ducts, after planned surgical removal. It may help improve control of the cancer in cases where surgeons think the edges of the removed tumor may be too close.
Rennes, Brittany RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT06671184Recruiting
Predicting difficult thyroid surgery for less scarring
This trial looks at a tool doctors can use to predict if a certain type of thyroid surgery (through the mouth or under the chin) will be challenging. It helps people who want less visible scarring after their thyroid cancer surgery.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT06197425RecruitingPhase 3
Extra chemotherapy after surgery for colorectal cancer with positive ctDNA
This trial tests whether giving more chemotherapy can help people who still have cancer DNA in their blood after surgery and standard chemotherapy for colorectal cancer. The goal is to prevent the cancer from coming back.
DijonAges 18–80 - NCT06084013Recruiting
Using a green dye to check blood flow during pancreas surgery
This trial tests a green dye called indocyanine green (ICG) that is injected during pancreas surgery to see how well blood flows to the remaining tissue. The goal is to learn if this dye can help predict complications, such as leaks from the pancreas, after surgery.
Portland, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT05264337Recruiting
Study for swelling after prostate or other urinary surgery
This study looks at swelling caused by lymph fluid buildup after urinary (urologic) surgery that removes lymph nodes. If you’re scheduled for or recently had this type of surgery, this trial may help researchers understand how to prevent or treat this swelling.
GothenburgAges 18 years+ - NCT06339060RecruitingPhase 3
Chemoradiation and immunotherapy to save the esophagus
This trial tests whether adding immunotherapy to standard chemoradiation (chemotherapy plus radiation) can help preserve the esophagus and avoid surgery in people with resectable esophageal cancer. It aims to see if this combination is safer and more effective than current treatment.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT01000259Recruiting
Using stored tumor tissue after surgery for advanced ovarian cancer
This study looks at archived tumor tissue samples from people with advanced (stage III or IV) ovarian epithelial cancer who had surgery and standard “platinum/taxol” chemotherapy trials. It may help researchers understand the cancer better and improve future treatments.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT06635980RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation before or after breast cancer surgery
This trial compares two ways of giving radiation for breast cancer that has not spread: before or after surgery. It aims to see if giving radiation first might work as well or better.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06288373RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Comparing chemoimmunotherapy vs chemoradiation for advanced cervical cancer before surgery
This trial tests whether a combination of chemotherapy and immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) before surgery works better than standard chemoradiation for locally advanced cervical cancer. It may help shrink tumors more effectively.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–70 - NCT06468280RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy and chemo with surgery for limited-spread stomach cancer
This trial tests a combination of an immunotherapy drug (PD-1 antibody) plus chemotherapy or targeted therapy, followed by surgery, for people with stomach cancer that has spread to a limited number of other sites. The goal is to see if this approach can help shrink the cancer enough to make surgery more effective.
Shanghai, Shanghai CityAges 18–79 - NCT04857502RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Tracking prostate cancer spread before lymph node surgery
This early study uses a special imaging tracer to show where prostate cancer has spread in the pelvic lymph nodes. It may help doctors better understand how well certain scans guide surgical removal of affected lymph nodes.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT06057766Recruiting
Physical activity coaching after lung cancer surgery
This trial tests a coaching program to help you become more physically active after surgery for early-stage lung cancer. It may help you recover and improve your well-being.
Genk, LimburgAges 18 years+ - NCT03594630RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Watchful waiting then chemotherapy before surgery for rectal cancer
This trial studies whether a period of active surveillance (watching closely) and chemotherapy before surgery can improve outcomes for people with stage II–III rectal cancer. You would also receive standard chemo-radiation if you qualify, then proceed to surgery.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07450599RecruitingPhase 2
Darolutamide plus hormone therapy before prostate cancer surgery
This trial tests a medicine called darolutamide taken with hormone therapy (ADT) before surgery to remove the prostate. It is for men with a high-risk prostate cancer that has not spread to other parts of the body.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18 years+ - NCT07034326RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Acupuncture plus immunotherapy after lung cancer surgery
This trial explores whether adding electroacupuncture (a gentle needle treatment with mild electric pulses) to standard immunotherapy after lung cancer surgery can help prevent the cancer from coming back. It is designed for people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer who have already had chemotherapy.
TianjinAges 18–80 - NCT07239466RecruitingPhase 2
Ketone supplement with radiation and chemo for rectal cancer
This study tests a combination of a special diet supplement (beta-hydroxybutyrate), short radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and chemotherapy before surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal is to see if this approach helps shrink the tumor and improve treatment outcomes.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT06583564Enrolling by invitation
ICG dye during surgery for stage III colorectal cancer
This study tests whether using a special dye during surgery helps people with stage III colorectal cancer stay cancer-free longer. The dye, called indocyanine green (ICG), makes tumors and lymph nodes glow under a special camera, helping surgeons remove them more precisely.
Changning, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 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.