Clinical trials
Children With Cancer clinical trials
Below are recruiting children with cancer clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 147 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06458036RecruitingPhase 2
Selpercatinib before radioactive iodine for RET-positive thyroid cancer
This study tests whether a targeted drug called selpercatinib, taken before radioactive iodine therapy, can help treat thyroid cancer in children and young adults who have a specific genetic change (RET fusion or mutation). The drug may make the cancer more sensitive to the radioactive iodine treatment that follows.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 2–25 - NCT07398677Recruiting
SchoolCare: Helping kids with cancer stay connected to school
This study tests if a telepresence robot and a school navigator can help children with cancer stay engaged with their school during long treatments. It aims to reduce school disruption and social isolation.
AalborgAges 5–17 - NCT05682131RecruitingPhase 4
Study for children with certain relapsed leukemia
This trial looks at treatment for children whose leukemia has come back for the first time. It focuses on a specific type of leukemia and risk level to see whether the approach improves outcomes.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 1–14 - NCT06368947Recruiting
Therapeutic play for pain and emotion in children with leukemia
This study uses therapeutic play to help children with leukemia who are getting chemotherapy better manage pain and emotions. It aims to see if playing helps them feel more in control and less distressed during treatment.
Erzurum, ErzurumAges 10–18 - NCT05383092Recruiting
Exercise program for kids with cancer and healthy insulin
This trial studies an adapted exercise (physical activity) program for children starting treatment for cancer to see if it can improve insulin sensitivity. It may help kids feel better and support healthy body metabolism during treatment.
ToulouseAges 5–18 - NCT06982066Recruiting
Helping Young Cancer Patients Talk with Their Care Team
This study works with teens and young adults (ages 15–25) who have cancer and are currently in treatment. It tests a way to help you talk better with your doctors and nurses about your care, so they can understand your needs and preferences more clearly.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 15–25 - NCT06455592Recruiting
Can physical activity improve sleep in children with cancer?
This study tests whether a personalized physical activity program (called APA) can help children with blood cancer sleep better. If your child is between 5 and 16 and currently on cancer treatment, this program might be a good fit.
Clermont-FerrandAges 5–16 - NCT06769334Recruiting
School readiness program for young cancer survivors
This study helps young childhood cancer survivors (ages 3 to 6) get ready for school and daily life. It works with both the child's caregiver and teacher to provide support and resources.
Columbus, OhioAges Any age - NCT07412002Recruiting
End-of-life care quality for children with cancer
This trial asks bereaved parents about the quality of care their child received in the last month of life. It aims to improve how hospitals support families when a child with cancer is dying.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06899581Recruiting
Gut health study for children with cancer
This study looks at gut health in children with certain cancers. It may help researchers understand how to better support children during treatment.
LondonAges 1 month–16 years - NCT06342453Recruiting
Art therapy for children with cancer
This study tests whether art activities can help children with cancer cope and feel better. Kids will take part in four creative art sessions while receiving treatment.
Portland, OregonAges 8–13 - NCT07168980RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Chemotherapy plus rituximab for aggressive B-cell lymphoma in kids
This trial tests whether adding rituximab to standard chemotherapy works better for children and teens with aggressive B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma. It may be a good option if your child's cancer cells have the CD20 protein and they haven't been treated with rituximab before.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges Up to 18 years - NCT06563245RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Brentuximab vedotin for Hodgkin lymphoma in children and young adults
This trial tests the drug brentuximab vedotin for children and young adults (ages 2 to under 35) who have just been diagnosed with classical Hodgkin lymphoma. The treatment is guided by PET/CT scans to see how well it works.
ShanghaiAges 2–35 - NCT05681260RecruitingPhase 3
Methotrexate dose comparison for newly diagnosed T-cell lymphoma
This Phase 3 trial compares a higher dose of methotrexate versus an escalating (step-up) methotrexate plan in children newly diagnosed with T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma. The goal is to see which dosing approach works better and is safe enough to use as standard treatment.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 1–18 - NCT07591389Recruiting
Radon Testing Education for Mothers of Young Children
This study tests ways to encourage mothers to test their homes for radon, a colorless gas that can build up indoors and pose health risks. Researchers want to learn how to help families protect their young children's health.
Bismarck, North DakotaAges 18 years+ - NCT07698899RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new treatment for childhood brain and CNS cancers
This trial tests a radioactive drug (177Lu-DTPA-Omburtamab) given directly into the fluid around the brain for children and teens with certain brain cancers or cancers that have spread to the central nervous system. It aims to see if this treatment is safe and effective for tumors that have come back or not responded to other therapies.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 3–22 - 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 - NCT00684580Recruiting
St. Jude childhood cancer follow-up data study
This study collects information from children who are currently being treated or followed at St. Jude for childhood cancer. It helps researchers understand care outcomes and improve future planning.
Memphis, TennesseeAges Any age - NCT04433650Recruiting
Picture-based support for children’s person-centered cancer care
This study tests whether picture-based support can help children with cancer (ages 5–17) and the adults caring for them communicate and feel supported during care. It also needs the child to understand a simple number rating scale.
GothenburgAges 5–17 - NCT03118986RecruitingPhase 2
Olanzapine to prevent nausea during chemo in children
This study tests whether adding olanzapine can better control nausea (CIV) in children getting very nausea-causing chemotherapy or transplant treatment. It may help reduce severe nausea and vomiting while they’re in the hospital.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 2.5 years–18 years - NCT06455384Recruiting
Studying a digital tool for genetic testing services
This trial tests a new online tool called the Genetics Navigator, which helps people access genetic testing services more easily. If you or your child have been referred for genetic testing at Mount Sinai Hospital or SickKids in Toronto, this study may help you manage the process online.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07188311Recruiting
Study of pucotenlimab with lenvatinib and chemo for relapsed hepatoblastoma in children
This trial tests a combination of an immunotherapy (pucotenlimab), a targeted therapy (lenvatinib), and chemotherapy for children with advanced or relapsed hepatoblastoma that hasn't responded to prior treatment. The goal is to see if this combination can help shrink or control the tumor.
Guangdong, GuangzhouAges 2–18 - NCT04765020RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Fitness study for kids after cancer treatment
This study looks at how children and teens’ heart and fitness recover after cancer treatment. If you live in Krefeld and are at least 6 weeks past treatment, the study may offer a structured follow-up fitness assessment to see what helps recovery.
KrefeldAges 7–23 - NCT07043894RecruitingPhase 2
Romiplostim for low platelets from chemo in kids
This trial tests a drug called romiplostim to help raise platelet levels in children and young adults (ages 6–24) whose platelets drop due to chemotherapy. It’s for those with solid tumors or other non-marrow cancers who are still getting strong treatment.
BeijingAges 6–24
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for children with cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 147 recruiting children with 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 children with 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 children with 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.