Clinical trials
Cancer clinical trials
Below are recruiting cancer clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 13,118 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT03492424Recruiting
Focal prostate cancer treatment study
This study looks at outcomes after “focal therapy,” a type of treatment that targets only part of the prostate, for people with newly diagnosed or returning prostate cancer. It may help researchers understand how well this targeted approach works and for whom.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT03492671RecruitingPhase 2
Two chemotherapy drugs plus radiation before pancreatic surgery
This trial tests whether giving two already-approved chemotherapy drugs and radiation before surgery works better for localized pancreatic cancer. It’s meant for people whose cancer looks removable by surgery and who haven’t had prior pancreatic cancer treatment.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03494946Recruiting
Liver transplant vs chemotherapy for colon cancer liver spread
This trial compares liver transplantation to standard chemotherapy for people with colon or rectal cancer that has spread to the liver but cannot be removed surgically. It looks at whether transplant can help patients live longer or better than chemotherapy in the right patients.
OsloAges 18 years+ - NCT03498326RecruitingPhase 2
Gemcitabine plus celecoxib after pancreatic surgery
This trial tests whether adding celecoxib to gemcitabine chemotherapy after complete (R0) pancreatic tumor removal can lower the chance the cancer comes back. It may help people who have had successful surgery but still need anti-cancer treatment.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–90 - NCT03516708RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Epacadostat with pre-op radiation for locally advanced rectal cancer
This trial studies whether adding epacadostat (a cancer drug) to standard pre-operative chemoradiation can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced rectal cancer. It’s designed to see if the added treatment is safe and potentially more effective before surgery.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03530826Recruiting
Cancer patient online platform study
This study looks at how a crowd-sourced online platform can help people with cancer. You may be able to join if you’re an adult cancer patient and you’re currently being cared for by a doctor.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - NCT03534713RecruitingPhase 3
Cervical cancer treatment plan after lymph node spread
This trial tests a specific chemotherapy start (induction) followed by standard treatment for cervical cancer that has spread to lymph nodes near the aorta. It may help improve cancer control compared with standard timing/approach.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT03535545RecruitingPhase 1
PET-MRI imaging test in lung cancer and lung disease
This Phase 1 study tests a radioactive imaging agent to help doctors see disease activity in the lungs using PET/MRI scans. It includes healthy volunteers and people with lung cancer, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, lung transplant–related lung problems, or certain medication-related lung inflammation.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT03536793Recruiting
Testing tumor markers to help detect early pancreatic cancer
This study looks at “tumor regulatory molecules,” which are substances that may be released by cancer, to improve early pancreatic cancer detection. You may join if you have early, localized pancreatic cancer that can be treated with surgery, or certain pancreatic cysts/fluid collections where doctors are investigating further.
Cottingham, Kingston Upon HullAges 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+ - NCT03545256Recruiting
Outpatient surgery to map lymph nodes in mouth and throat cancer
This trial studies a planned, same-day (outpatient) surgery approach to find and check cancer spread to nearby lymph nodes in early-stage mouth and throat squamous cell cancer. It may help doctors remove the right lymph nodes and decide on any needed further treatment.
Montpellier, HéraultAges 18 years+ - NCT03562052Recruiting
Lung cancer screening for high-risk workers and smokers
This study offers lung cancer screening (using scans) for people at high risk due to smoking history and workplace exposure to cancer-causing substances. It aims to find lung cancers earlier and understand who benefits most from regular screening.
BordeauxAges 55–74 - NCT03579836RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Test BEY1107 plus gemcitabine for pancreatic cancer
This early study tests whether BEY1107 given alone or with gemcitabine can be used safely and may help shrink pancreatic cancer tumors. It mainly looks at safety, side effects, and signs of effectiveness in people with pancreatic ductal cancer.
SeoulAges 20–80 - NCT03589729RecruitingPhase 2
Dexrazoxane to help protect the heart during blood-cancer chemo
This Phase 2 study tests dexrazoxane, a heart-protecting medicine, to reduce heart side effects from chemotherapy in people with certain blood cancers. If you qualify, you would receive dexrazoxane along with chemotherapy, and the team will monitor your heart function closely.
Houston, TexasAges 12 years+ - NCT03594760RecruitingPhase 3
PSMA PET scan study using advanced computer imaging in prostate cancer
This Phase 3 study looks at how a PSMA PET scan can predict how prostate cancer will progress and how well treatment is working. If your doctor at CHUM orders this scan, you may be able to join to help refine better predictions for future patients.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT03599843Recruiting
Exercise program for cancer survivors in Halifax
This trial tests whether a supervised, gentle exercise program over 12 weeks can help cancer survivors. You may be eligible if you are currently in cancer treatment, just finished within the past 5 years, or still have lingering side effects.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 18 years+ - NCT03617237Recruiting
Radiation patient registry for cancer and non-cancer cases
This study keeps records to understand outcomes for people who had radiation treatment (or were evaluated for it) since 2000. It may help doctors compare results for different conditions and treatment approaches, including cancer and non-cancer problems.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–99 - NCT03632200Recruiting
Nutrition care plan after head and neck cancer surgery
This study tests a structured nutrition care plan for people after head and neck cancer surgery. It may help you maintain weight and nutrition during recovery so you can heal better.
AmiensAges 18–80 - NCT03643861Recruiting
Radiation after lumpectomy for certain early breast cancers
This trial tests a short, highly targeted radiation plan given in five sessions after lumpectomy for early-stage breast cancer. It may help treat the remaining breast area while aiming to limit exposure to healthy tissue.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–99 - NCT03647098Recruiting
Lung cancer survival study for adults receiving study treatment
This trial is looking at how well a lung cancer treatment improves survival. It enrolls adults with confirmed lung cancer who can safely take the study medicines and have cancer that can be measured on scans.
Changsha, HunanAges 18 years+ - NCT03646955Recruiting
Partial breast radiation versus no radiation after lumpectomy
This trial compares giving radiation only to part of the breast versus not giving radiation at all after breast-conserving surgery. It’s meant for women with early, hormone-driven breast cancer to see if skipping radiation can be safe and reduce treatment burden.
SantiagoAges 60 years+ - NCT03671044RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a nano-form of docetaxel for triple-negative breast cancer
This Phase 3 study tests whether a special form of docetaxel (a chemotherapy drug) works better and is safe for people with triple-negative breast cancer that has spread or grown locally. You may be eligible if your cancer is triple-negative and you have measurable disease that can be tracked on scans, along with adequate organ and heart function.
Columbus, GeorgiaAges 18–65 - NCT03671252RecruitingPhase 3
Chemotherapy before surgery for rectal cancer vs chemo with radiation
This Phase 3 trial compares two treatment plans given before rectal surgery. It tests whether stronger chemotherapy alone works better than chemotherapy pills plus long-term radiation to improve outcomes for locally advanced rectal cancer.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT03676348Recruiting
Quality of life study around thyroid surgery
This study looks at how thyroid cancer—or thyroid tumors that may be cancer—affect your quality of life before and after surgery. It may help doctors understand what patients experience and how treatment planning could be better.
OsloAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 13,118 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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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.