Clinical trials
Colorectal cancer clinical trials
Cancer of the colon or rectum, often beginning as small growths called polyps. We’re tracking 1,068 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT02906943Recruiting
Testing cancer tissue to guide targeted treatment choices
This trial studies advanced solid tumors by using stored tumor samples to look for molecular clues. The goal is to help doctors better choose cancer treatments that may work for your specific tumor.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT01762813Recruiting
Study of blood/tissue markers in colorectal cancer surgery patients
This study looks at colorectal cancer patients who are planning curative surgery and collects related outcomes and lab “biomarker” information to better understand the disease. Your participation may help researchers connect test results to treatment results over time.
StavangerAges 18 years+ - NCT02070146Recruiting
Collecting long-term data from people with bowel or anal cancer
This study collects information over time from adults with colorectal, small bowel, or anal cancer. It’s an observational project, meaning it doesn’t test a new drug on you, but your data may help improve care for others and future patients.
's-HertogenboschAges 18 years+ - NCT01365169Recruiting
How activity level and daily function relate to cancer survival
This study looks at how physical activity (movement during the day) and a clinician-rated “day-to-day function” score relate to overall survival in people with certain cancers. It may help doctors understand who benefits most from activity-focused care and better monitoring.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT00899626Recruiting
Collecting stool and tissue markers from people with bowel conditions
This study collects samples (like tissue and other body fluids) from people who are getting a colonoscopy or similar camera test. It aims to find “biomarkers,” which are measurable signals that may help doctors better understand or detect bowel problems such as colorectal cancer, polyps, or inflammatory bowel disease.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT07649655RecruitingPhase 1
Combination therapy for left-sided colorectal cancer
This study tests a new experimental drug, EMB-01, combined with different chemotherapy regimens to treat left-sided colorectal cancer that has spread or cannot be removed. The goal is to see if this combination is safe and effective for people who have not responded to standard treatments or are new to certain chemotherapies.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–74 - NCT06820463RecruitingPhase 2
Study of telisotuzumab adizutecan plus chemo for metastatic colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new drug combination for people with metastatic colorectal cancer. The study includes an experimental antibody-drug conjugate (telisotuzumab adizutecan) plus standard chemotherapy and targeted therapies, to see if it works better than current options.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05725200RecruitingPhase 2
Personalized treatment plan for metastatic colon or rectal cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests an individualized treatment chosen from your tumor’s lab testing (genetic and RNA profile plus a drug-sensitivity test from your tumor cells). It may help by matching you to targeted anti-cancer drugs that are most likely to work for your specific cancer.
OsloAges 18 years+ - NCT05797467RecruitingPhase 3
After-surgery chemo plus targeted therapy for colon cancer
This Phase 3 trial studies whether adding targeted therapy to standard chemotherapy after surgery helps people with stage T3-4, N2 colon cancer live longer or have fewer cancer returns. You would be assigned to receive chemotherapy with targeted therapy or chemotherapy alone, based on the study plan.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06118762RecruitingPhase 4
Study of fruquintinib plus raltitrexed for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests two drugs, fruquintinib and raltitrexed, for people with metastatic colorectal cancer that has stopped responding to or is no longer tolerable after standard treatments like fluorouracil, oxaliplatin, and irinotecan. The goal is to see if this combination can help shrink or control the cancer.
Nanchang, JiangxiAges 18 years+ - NCT04754672Recruiting
Exercise training to improve outcomes in advanced colon cancer
This trial studies whether supervised exercise—either aerobic fitness training or muscle-strength training—can improve outcomes for people with metastatic colorectal cancer. It compares which approach is most helpful and checks whether it’s safe during first-line chemotherapy.
's-HertogenboschAges 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 - NCT06242067RecruitingPhase 2
Second-line treatment for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new treatment for people with advanced colorectal cancer that has spread or come back after initial chemotherapy. It is for those who have already received standard first-line therapy and are now looking for a second treatment option.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–75 - NCT05007132RecruitingPhase 2
First-line metastatic colon or rectal cancer study with targeted drugs
This Phase 2 trial compares two treatment combinations as a first treatment for metastatic (spread) colon or rectal cancer. It looks to see whether one combo works better or is safer than the other.
BerlinAges 18 years+ - NCT05068531Recruiting
Detecting early treatment failure in stage IV colon cancer
This study looks for early signs that treatment is not working in people with stage IV colon or rectal cancer that has spread only to the liver. It may help doctors adjust care sooner by using regular blood, stool, and tissue samples around liver procedures.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT06446050RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Modified stem cells for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new treatment using special stem cells (modified to boost your immune system) for people with advanced colorectal cancer. It is for patients who are 18 or younger and whose cancer has not responded to or cannot be treated with standard therapies.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT05462236RecruitingPhase 2
Study drug AUM001 with immunotherapy or chemotherapy for metastatic colon cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests AUM001 (a targeted drug) combined with either pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) or irinotecan (a chemotherapy) in people with metastatic colorectal cancer. It aims to shrink tumors and improve outcomes when standard treatments have already been tried.
Camperdown, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT07809893RecruitingPhase 2
New drug combo for advanced colorectal cancer with BRAF mutation
This trial tests a new combination of drugs for people with advanced colorectal cancer that has a specific genetic change called BRAF V600E. The treatment includes a targeted therapy (ivosidenib) plus chemotherapy and a pain-relief drug (celecoxib). It is for people whose cancer has stopped responding to previous treatments, including BRAF-targeted therapies.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT06243393RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Sacituzumab govitecan for advanced colorectal cancer
This study tests a drug called sacituzumab govitecan for people with metastatic colorectal cancer who have already tried several standard treatments. It may be an option if your cancer is not MSI-H or dMMR and you haven't had irinotecan recently.
Heidelberg, Baden-WurttembergAges 18 years+ - NCT07805551RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
HDM2017 combination therapy for advanced colorectal cancer
This study tests a new drug called HDM2017 in combination with other treatments for advanced colorectal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread. The goal is to see if this combination can help shrink tumors or slow the disease.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07790510RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of HSK42360 with cetuximab for BRAF-mutated colorectal cancer
This trial tests an experimental drug (HSK42360-Na) combined with standard treatments (cetuximab with or without chemotherapy) for people with advanced colorectal cancer that has a specific BRAF mutation. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink tumors or slow their growth, and to check its safety.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT06341296RecruitingPhase 2
Irinotecan liposomes for first-line advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new type of chemotherapy (irinotecan liposomes) as a first treatment for metastatic colorectal cancer that has not been treated before. It focuses on patients with specific genetic changes (RAS or BRAF V600E mutation) or right-sided colon cancer, and looks at how well the drug works.
Sichuan, Sichuan, ChengduAges 18–85 - NCT06547203RecruitingPhase 2
Cetuximab, irinotecan, and toripalimab for right-sided colorectal cancer
This trial tests a combination of three drugs (cetuximab, irinotecan, and toripalimab) for people with advanced right-sided colon cancer that does not have certain gene mutations. It's for those whose cancer has gotten worse after standard treatments.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–80 - NCT06563986RecruitingPhase 2
Combination therapy for advanced colorectal cancer in the liver
This trial tests a combination of two chemotherapy drugs (FTD and tipiracil), a targeted therapy (bevacizumab), and a radiation treatment (radioembolization) for people with colorectal cancer that has spread mainly to the liver and hasn't responded to other treatments. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink tumors and help control the cancer.
UtrechtAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for colorectal cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,068 recruiting colorectal 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 colorectal 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 colorectal 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.
Related conditions
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.