Clinical trials
Cancer clinical trials
Below are recruiting cancer clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 12,833 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06029504Recruiting
Optical-guided sentinel node biopsy for vulvar cancer staging
This trial tests a new optical method using a dye to find and remove the first lymph node (sentinel node) that cancer might spread to, to stage vulvar cancer more accurately. It's for patients with a smaller tumor (under 4 cm) that hasn't been treated in the groin area before.
CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT02649647Recruiting
Surgery plan for rectal cancer after chemo-radiation
This trial looks at a specific type of rectal surgery after you’ve already finished chemo-radiation, aiming to remove the tumor while trying to preserve the anal sphincter (muscle control). It’s meant for people whose cancer can be safely operated on and who don’t have spread to distant organs.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06052098Recruiting
Comparing two ablation methods for early-stage lung cancer
This study compares two ways to destroy early-stage lung cancer without surgery: one using a needle through the chest (CT-guided) and another using a thin tube through the mouth (bronchoscopy-guided). It might be an option if you have small, outer-edge lung cancer and cannot or prefer not to have surgery.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT04992780RecruitingPhase 2
Hypo-fractionated radiation versus standard radiation for lung cancer
This study compares two different radiation schedules for stage III non-small cell lung cancer, both combined with chemotherapy and immunotherapy. It aims to see whether giving radiation in a different way can work as well (or better) and be safe while treating the cancer.
Kansas City, KansasAges 18 years+ - NCT05954299Recruiting
Donate your blood, urine, or tissue for cancer research
This study collects samples like blood, urine, and possibly tissue to support cancer research. You may help researchers learn more about cancer and how to better detect or treat it.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05424159Recruiting
Carbon ion radiation for locally advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a type of radiation that uses carbon ions to treat pancreatic cancer that can’t be removed with surgery but has not spread to distant organs. It may help shrink or control the tumor while limiting radiation side effects to nearby organs.
ShanghaiAges 18–80 - NCT04792892Recruiting
Study of quality of life after new anal cancer diagnosis
This study looks at how people’s day-to-day functioning and quality of life change after an anal cancer diagnosis. It mainly enrolls adults recently diagnosed to understand outcomes early on.
GothenburgAges 18 years+ - NCT00437879Recruiting
Ultrasound and MRI scans to track breast cancer response early
This study uses ultrasound and/or MRI scans to see how breast cancer responds early while you start “neoadjuvant” treatment (chemotherapy, with or without radiation before surgery). It may help doctors spot response sooner and better understand which imaging changes match treatment benefit.
Toronto, OntarioAges Any age - NCT05154305Recruiting
Rehab program for children after acute cancer treatment
This trial studies a multidisciplinary rehabilitation program to help children and teens recover and improve their physical fitness after acute cancer treatment. It may be useful if you’re not currently on cancer medicines and are in the follow-up period.
GhentAges 8–21 - NCT06168032Recruiting
COVID-19 vaccine for lung cancer patients
This trial is testing how well the COVID-19 vaccine works for people with lung cancer to prevent another infection. It also looks at certain biomarkers in your blood that might help predict your body's immune response.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT05360277RecruitingPhase 2
Maintenance immunotherapy and chemo after surgery for metastatic colon cancer
This Phase 2 trial studies tislelizumab plus capecitabine given after surgery to help prevent metastatic colorectal cancer from coming back. It may be an option if you recently had surgery that removed visible disease and you have good overall health.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–80 - NCT04428515Recruiting
Photoacoustic scans for untreated head and neck cancer
This study tests a special imaging scan (photoacoustic imaging) to help doctors look at head and neck cancer before treatment. It’s for people who have not had first-line therapy yet and will be starting radiotherapy.
Toronto, OntarioAges Any age - NCT04134780Recruiting
Ultrasound tests to spot early breast cancer treatment response
This study uses special ultrasound imaging (and may use MRI results) to look for early signs of how locally advanced breast cancer responds to chemotherapy, with or without radiation. If the imaging changes early, it could help doctors adjust treatment sooner.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06161428Recruiting
Dye-guided lymph node biopsy for vulvar cancer
This trial tests a new way to find and remove the first lymph node that might contain cancer cells in women with large or recurrent vulvar cancer. It uses a special dye to guide the surgeon, which may help improve staging and reduce side effects.
CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT05689619Recruiting
Silibinin after one brain metastasis surgery for lung or breast cancer
This trial studies silibinin, a natural substance, to help prevent brain metastasis from coming back after surgery. It is for people with lung (NSCLC) or breast cancer who have exactly one small brain metastasis that is fully removed and has a specific lab marker in the brain tissue.
GenovaAges 18–70 - NCT06173986RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Immunotherapy plus chemoradiation for advanced esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether adding immunotherapy to standard chemoradiation can help people with unresectable locally advanced esophageal cancer. It aims to improve outcomes for those who cannot have surgery.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT05427383RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
KN026 plus chemo for HER2-positive stomach cancer after first treatment failure
This trial tests KN026 together with chemotherapy in people with HER2-positive advanced stomach (or gastro-esophageal junction) cancer that has already grown despite first-line treatment with trastuzumab plus chemotherapy. It may help by targeting HER2 while also using chemotherapy to control the cancer.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT06001086RecruitingPhase 2
Disitamab Vedotin plus Pyrotinib for HER2-positive early breast cancer
This trial tests a combination of two targeted drugs (Disitamab Vedotin and Pyrotinib) for people with HER2-positive early breast cancer. It aims to see if this treatment can improve outcomes before standard therapy.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT05851365RecruitingEarly Phase 1
MRI scan to measure prostate acidity before surgery
This study tests a new MRI technique that measures acidity in prostate tumors. It may help doctors better understand the cancer before surgery, potentially guiding treatment decisions.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05991102Recruiting
Radiofrequency treatment with Lonsurf and Avastin for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests if adding a special radiofrequency treatment to the drugs Lonsurf (TAS-102) and Avastin (bevacizumab) can help people whose colorectal cancer has spread to the liver and has not responded to previous treatments. It is for patients with limited options who have already tried at least two standard chemotherapy regimens.
BerlinAges 18 years+ - NCT06061146RecruitingPhase 2
Tislelizumab plus chemoradiation for older esophageal cancer patients
This trial tests a combination of an immunotherapy drug (tislelizumab) with chemotherapy and radiation for older adults (70+) with advanced esophageal cancer that hasn't been treated before. The goal is to see if this approach can help control the cancer while keeping quality of life.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 70–90 - NCT04050228Recruiting
Ultrasound test to tailor chemotherapy for breast cancer
This trial tests whether a special ultrasound measurement can help doctors choose the right chemotherapy plan during treatment for breast cancer. It may help avoid under- or over-treatment by adjusting care based on the ultrasound results.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06176885RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus chemo and targeted therapy for MSS colorectal cancer
This trial tests adding immunotherapy to standard chemotherapy and targeted therapy for people with metastatic colorectal cancer that is MSS (microsatellite stable) and cannot be removed with surgery. It aims to see if this combination helps shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Jinhua, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT07856212Recruiting
Maintenance treatment for advanced stomach cancer in Colombia
This study looks at people with advanced stomach cancer who received a maintenance treatment after initial therapy. The goal is to see how well this approach works in real-world patients in Colombia.
Bogotá, Bogota D.C.Ages 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 12,833 recruiting cancer 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 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 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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