Clinical trials
Colorectal cancer clinical trials
Cancer of the colon or rectum, often beginning as small growths called polyps. We’re tracking 1,063 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07227636RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy for ctDNA-positive colorectal cancer after surgery
This trial tests two immunotherapy drugs, botensilimab and balstilimab, for people with colorectal cancer who have had surgery and chemotherapy but still have detectable cancer DNA in their blood. The goal is to see if these drugs can help clear the remaining cancer cells.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT00722228RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Cancer vaccine made from your cells or a donor
This early-phase trial tests a whole-cell cancer vaccine for people with certain metastatic cancers. It aims to help your immune system recognize and fight the cancer, especially when prior chemotherapy hasn’t worked.
JerusalemAges 18 years+ - NCT06223022Enrolling by invitation
Nurse phone calls after cancer treatment ends
This trial tests whether regular phone calls from a nurse can help patients after they finish their main cancer treatment. It focuses on breast, colorectal, or prostate cancer that was treated with a goal to cure.
UmeåAges 18 years+ - NCT07416552RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CEA-PRIT 2.0 for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests an experimental drug called CEA-PRIT 2.0 in people whose colorectal cancer has spread and is no longer responding to standard treatments. The goal is to see if it can help shrink tumors or slow the cancer's growth.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 18 years+ - NCT06636864Enrolling by invitation
Morphine injection for better recovery after colon cancer surgery
This trial tests if giving a single injection of morphine into the spinal fluid can improve how well you feel and recover after laparoscopic surgery for colorectal cancer. The morphine is given through a spinal needle before surgery, and it may help control pain during and after the procedure.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT05513716Recruiting
Study of colorectal cancer spread in the belly lining
This study looks at colorectal cancer that has spread to the peritoneum (the lining around the belly) using existing tumor tissue samples. It may help researchers better understand the cancer’s biology and improve future treatments.
ManchesterAges 18 years+ - NCT04991948RecruitingPhase 1
Testing pembrolizumab after CYAD-101 plus FOLFOX in colon cancer
This early-phase study tests whether adding pembrolizumab after CYAD-101 and FOLFOX chemotherapy can help treat metastatic colon or rectal cancer. It is mainly looking for safety and signs of how well the treatment works in people whose cancer has not responded to prior therapy.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT04938986Recruiting
Testing a tumor marker to predict colon cancer relapse risk
This study looks at whether a lab test on your tumor can better predict the chance that non-metastatic colon cancer will come back after surgery. Researchers will compare relapse risk using the Immunoscore® test to help guide follow-up and treatment decisions.
MarseilleAges 18–80 - NCT06930118RecruitingPhase 2
Study of 4 drugs for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests a combination of four drugs for people with advanced colorectal cancer who have already tried at least two other treatments. The goal is to see if this new mix can help shrink tumors or slow the cancer's growth.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT07696793RecruitingPhase 4
Simethicone colonoscopy prep for cancer screening
This trial tests a colonoscopy preparation drink that contains simethicone (a gas-relief ingredient) to see if it works better than standard prep for people who are already scheduled for a screening colonoscopy after a positive stool test. It may help make the procedure more comfortable and effective.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 50–69 - NCT05794971RecruitingPhase 3
Regorafenib with irinotecan beads for colorectal liver spread
This Phase 3 trial tests whether adding a pill called regorafenib to irinotecan “drug-eluting” beads placed in the liver can shrink colorectal cancer that has spread mainly to the liver after standard chemotherapy stops working. If you qualify, it may offer a new combination approach for controlling liver tumors.
Guangdong, GuangzhouAges 18–70 - NCT07558083RecruitingPhase 3
Tracking colorectal cancer response using blood tests
This study tests whether a simple blood test can track how well your colorectal cancer is responding to first-line chemotherapy. By monitoring cancer markers in your blood, doctors may be able to detect treatment changes earlier than traditional imaging.
Mechelen, AntwerpenAges 18 years+ - NCT06613113Recruiting
Fruquintinib, adebrelimab, and radiation for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (fruquintinib and adebrelimab) plus low or high dose radiation for people with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink tumors or slow the disease.
Ningbo, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT07361614Recruiting
Colorectal cancer education program
This study tests a program to help people learn about colorectal cancer screening. If you are 45 to 75 and due for screening, you may be able to join.
New York, New YorkAges 45–75 - NCT06550453RecruitingPhase 4
Immunotherapy plus chemo before surgery for RAS-mutated colorectal cancer
This trial tests a combination of immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) plus targeted therapy (bevacizumab) and chemotherapy (CapeOX) given before surgery for a specific type of locally advanced colorectal cancer. It is designed for patients whose tumors have a RAS mutation, are BRAF normal, and are microsatellite stable.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18 years+ - NCT06881537RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo and targeted therapy before surgery for recurrent colorectal cancer
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy (CapeOX), a targeted drug (bevacizumab), and an immunotherapy (anti-PD1) given before surgery for colorectal cancer that has come back locally (in the same area). The goal is to shrink the tumor and improve surgical outcomes.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT07150247RecruitingPhase 2
Study of IB-FOLFIRI for advanced colon cancer with BRAF V600E mutation
This trial tests a new combination of drugs (IB-FOLFIRI) for people with metastatic colorectal cancer that has a specific gene change called BRAF V600E. It is for those whose cancer has grown after at least one prior treatment and who have not had irinotecan stop working.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT05673148RecruitingPhase 3
Ablation treatment plus usual therapy for limited metastatic bowel cancer
This study tests whether adding “total ablation” (carefully destroying all visible small tumors using surgery, heat/cold treatment, and/or targeted radiation) to standard chemotherapy improves outcomes for people with limited spread of colorectal cancer. It may help by aiming to eliminate all known metastatic spots while you continue usual cancer treatment.
Kingman, ArizonaAges 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+ - NCT04547166RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
New targeted immune drug plus bevacizumab and chemo for colon cancer
This trial studies serplulimab (an immune-related drug) together with bevacizumab and chemotherapy to treat metastatic colorectal (colon) cancer that cannot be removed with surgery. It aims to see whether this combination improves outcomes and is safe.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT04929223RecruitingPhase 1
Targeted drug study for metastatic colon or rectal cancer
This Phase 1 study tests targeted cancer treatments in people with metastatic colorectal cancer, using genetic “biomarker” results to match you to the right treatment group. It focuses first on safety, and also looks for early signs the treatment may work in specific tumor subgroups.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT04967183Recruiting
Compare a stool blood test versus colonoscopy follow-up after precancer removal
This study compares two ways of checking for colorectal cancer risk after advanced polyps are removed. It may help determine whether a stool test can safely replace some colonoscopy surveillance for certain people.
OurenseAges 50–65 - NCT05336539Recruiting
Community screening study for colorectal cancer using methylation testing
This study recruits adults in Yangzhou to help screen for colorectal cancer risk using a lab test based on “methylation,” a way cells can carry disease-related changes. You would mainly complete a risk questionnaire and phone follow-ups, and agree to share any cancer diagnosis information during the study.
Yangzhou, JiangsuAges 40–74 - NCT05642819Recruiting
MRI before and after surgery for abdominal cancers
This study uses extra detailed MRI scans before and/or around planned abdominal surgery to help researchers understand changes in the body. It includes people having surgery for certain cancers and some people having surgery for non-cancer (benign) conditions.
EdinburghAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for colorectal cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,063 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.
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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.