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
- NCT05935384Recruiting
Blood tests to track response to cancer therapy
This study follows how cancer responds to standard (usual) treatment by using blood samples and de-identified health data. It may help researchers understand whether “liquid biopsy” blood testing can reflect how well therapy is working.
Skokie, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT04339374Recruiting
Ultrasound and light imaging during rectal cancer surgery
This study tests a newer kind of imaging (ultrasound plus light-based measurements) to help doctors tell rectal cancer apart from other tissue during surgery. You may be able to take part if you’re having surgery for rectal cancer and the tumor is close enough to the anus.
St Louis, MissouriAges 19 years+ - NCT07675967Recruiting
Blood Cell Changes During Cancer Treatment
This study is for people with solid tumors who are about to start chemotherapy or radiation. It looks at how these treatments affect blood cells and may help doctors understand changes in blood health over time.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07510321Recruiting
A study of FL-261 imaging for cancer diagnosis
This trial tests a new imaging agent called FL-261 to help doctors see and stage cancers more clearly. If you have a known or suspected cancer like lung, colon, or head and neck cancer, this study may improve how your cancer is evaluated.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06412198RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Combination Drug Study for KRAS G12C Colorectal Cancer
This trial tests three drugs (adagrasib, cetuximab, cemiplimab) together for colorectal cancer with a KRAS G12C mutation. The goal is to see if this combination shrinks tumors or slows cancer growth.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07271355RecruitingPhase 3
Pressurized chemo spray for appendix or colorectal cancer spread in abdomen
This trial tests a new way to deliver chemotherapy directly into the abdomen as a pressurized spray, using a drug called mitomycin. It is for people with appendix or colorectal cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen and cannot be removed by surgery.
Goodyear, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07529808RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
New Drug BHB810 for Advanced Stomach Cancer
This trial tests a new drug called BHB810 for gastric (stomach) and gastroesophageal junction cancer that has stopped responding to standard treatments or has no standard options available. The drug targets a protein called CDH17 found on cancer cells and may help slow or shrink the tumor.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06043466RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for CEA-positive advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new cell therapy called CAR-T that targets cancer cells with a protein called CEA. It is for people with certain advanced cancers that have not responded to standard treatments.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT06765252Recruiting
How gene differences affect capecitabine side effects
This study looks at how genetic differences in Egyptian people with breast or colorectal cancer might affect the side effects of the chemotherapy drug capecitabine. The goal is to understand why some people have more side effects than others.
Shibīn al Kawm, MenoufiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07095517RecruitingPhase 1
Preventing early-onset colorectal tumors with tirzepatide
This study tests if tirzepatide can help prevent early-onset colorectal tumors in people aged 18-50 who have had certain types of polyps removed. It aims to find risk factors and ways to stop colorectal cancer before it starts.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–50 - NCT04854213Recruiting
Study checks radiation effects in colon cancer lung-limited spread
This trial studies how targeted radiation (SBRT) affects cancer biology and immune cells in people with colon cancer that has spread only to a small number of lung nodules. Your tumor tissue will be analyzed to see what changes after treatment.
Naples, NAPOLIAges 18–80 - NCT07673861Recruiting
Using ctDNA to find resistance and guide cancer treatment
This trial uses a simple blood test to look for changes in your cancer's DNA that might show why your current treatment stopped working. The results could help your doctor choose your next treatment more precisely.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT07388953Recruiting
Nerve block for better pain relief after colon surgery
This study tests adding a special nerve block (peripheral autonomic block) to a standard abdominal wall block to see if it provides better pain relief after minimally invasive left-sided colon surgery. It may help patients experience less pain and use fewer pain medications.
Belo Horizonte, Minas GeraisAges 18–80 - NCT06281678RecruitingPhase 2
Study of IBI363 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called IBI363 for people with advanced solid tumors. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective. You may be able to join if you are generally well and have not had other cancer treatments recently.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06783569RecruitingPhase 1
First-in-human study for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new experimental drug for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. It aims to find a safe dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors.
Harbin, Heiljiang ProvinceAges 18 years+ - NCT07441369Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Abemaciclib with chemotherapy for advanced colorectal liver metastases
This trial tests combining the targeted drug abemaciclib with standard chemotherapy (FOLFOX or FOLFIRI) for people whose colorectal cancer has spread to the liver and cannot be removed surgically. It may be an option if you've already tried two or three prior treatments without success.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT07628998Recruiting
Text Messages to Encourage Colorectal Cancer Screening
This study tests whether reminder text messages help people complete colorectal cancer screening. You would receive SMS messages encouraging you to schedule a screening test if you haven't done so after an initial invitation.
Sabadell, CataloniaAges 50–69 - NCT06907095Recruiting
Early cancer detection study for high-risk individuals
This study tests if a simple blood or fluid test can find cancer early in people with a higher-than-average risk. If you have certain genetic mutations, a strong family history of cancer, or other high-risk conditions, you may be able to join.
VillejuifAges 18 years+ - NCT05185245Recruiting
Liver transplant for colorectal cancer spread to the liver
This study looks at whether a liver transplant can help people whose colorectal cancer has spread to the liver but cannot be removed by surgery. It also checks whether certain cancer features, treatment history, and blood/health status make transplant safer or more effective.
BolognaAges 18–73 - NCT05528783Recruiting
Testing FIT-DNA to guide follow-up after colon cancer surgery
This trial checks a stool test called FIT-DNA after colorectal (colon) cancer surgery. It aims to see whether this test can help doctors monitor for recurrence during follow-up and decide how closely to watch.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–80 - NCT06440902RecruitingPhase 2
New treatments for RAS-changed colorectal cancer using blood tests
This study tests new treatment plans for people with metastatic colorectal cancer whose tumors originally had a RAS mutation but later show no RAS mutation in blood tests. The goal is to see if these treatment changes can help shrink or control the cancer.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07789210RecruitingPhase 2
Neoadjuvant targeted therapy for BRAF-mutant colorectal cancer
This trial is testing a combination of two targeted drugs (encorafenib and cetuximab) with standard chemotherapy before surgery in people with a specific type of colorectal cancer that has the BRAF V600E mutation and is locally advanced or has limited spread. The goal is to see if this treatment can shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT07581912RecruitingPhase 2
Fulzerasib Plus Cetuximab for Advanced Colorectal Cancer With KRAS G12C
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (fulzerasib and cetuximab) given before surgery to shrink locally advanced colorectal cancer that has a specific genetic mutation called KRAS G12C. The goal is to help make the cancer easier to remove surgically and improve outcomes.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–85 - NCT07549412RecruitingPhase 3
New chemotherapy drugs for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests whether a new chemotherapy combination (precemtabart tocentecan, with or without bevacizumab) works better than a standard treatment for colorectal cancer that has spread and stopped responding to previous drugs. The goal is to find treatments that help people live longer with fewer side effects.
Lone Tree, ColoradoAges 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.