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Crohn’s disease clinical trials in Houston
We’re tracking 27 recruiting crohn’s disease studies with a site in or near Houston — including Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Houston
- NCT06226883RecruitingPhase 2
Testing MORF-057 for moderate to severe Crohn's disease
This study tests an oral medicine called MORF-057 for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease. It aims to see if the drug can reduce inflammation and improve symptoms for those who haven't had success with other treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 18–85 - NCT04751396Recruiting
Melanoma education for people with autoimmune conditions
This trial tests an educational tool to help people with melanoma and pre-existing autoimmune disease understand immune checkpoint inhibitor treatment. It aims to support you and your care team with information that can help you make decisions and feel more prepared.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06548542RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted drug study for moderate to severe Crohn's disease
This trial tests new targeted therapies for adults with moderate to severe Crohn's disease that hasn't improved with standard treatments. The goal is to see if these drugs can reduce inflammation and improve symptoms.
Houston, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT06560021Enrolling by invitation
Random biopsies in inflammatory bowel disease surveillance
This trial looks at whether taking random biopsies during a routine colonoscopy is helpful for people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) who are at risk for colon cancer. It aims to understand if random biopsies can detect early signs of cancer or pre-cancer.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06581328RecruitingPhase 4
Study of vedolizumab for ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease
This study tests a medication called vedolizumab for people with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease. The goal is to see how well it works in a regular community setting, and it may help control symptoms if other treatments haven't worked.
Houston, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT03256240Recruiting
Two surgical options for Crohn’s bowel resection
This trial compares two ways of reconnecting the bowel after surgery in people with Crohn’s disease that affects the small intestine and/or colon. It aims to see which reconnection method works better after the initial surgery, even if you’re on Crohn’s medicines before the operation.
Houston, TexasAges 18–90 - NCT06430801RecruitingPhase 3
Study of tulisokibart for moderate to severe Crohn's disease
This trial tests a new medicine called tulisokibart for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease. The medicine may help reduce inflammation and improve symptoms. It is for those who have not had success with other treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 16–80 - NCT06456593RecruitingPhase 2
Obefazimod for moderate to severe Crohn's disease
This trial tests an experimental oral medication called obefazimod for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease. It aims to see if the drug can reduce inflammation and improve symptoms when other treatments have not worked well.
Houston, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT07686757Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Study of mirikizumab for ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease
This study tests a new medicine called mirikizumab for people with ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease who have not responded well to other treatments. It aims to see if mirikizumab can help control symptoms and improve quality of life.
Houston, TexasAges 21 years+ - NCT05442567RecruitingPhase 3
Vedolizumab study for kids with ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s
This Phase 3 study tests whether vedolizumab can help children with ulcerative colitis (UC) or Crohn’s disease (CD) who improved on earlier treatment. It focuses on kids who can stay off steroid medicines and follow study visits and safety rules.
Houston, TexasAges 2 years+ - NCT07196722RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing icotrokinra for moderate to severe Crohn's disease
This study tests a new medicine called icotrokinra for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease who have not responded well to other treatments. It aims to see if icotrokinra can help reduce symptoms and improve gut health.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06819878RecruitingPhase 3
Afimkibart for moderate to severe Crohn's disease
This study tests an experimental drug called afimkibart for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease who haven't responded well to other treatments. The goal is to see if the drug can help control symptoms and reduce inflammation over time.
Houston, TexasAges 16–80 - NCT06045754RecruitingPhase 4
Study of vedolizumab with other drugs for Crohn's disease
This trial tests whether combining vedolizumab with adalimumab or ustekinumab helps people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease who haven't responded to other treatments. It aims to find better ways to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
Houston, TexasAges 18–70 - NCT07697456RecruitingPhase 2
Study of advanced therapies for Crohn's or ulcerative colitis
This study tests advanced treatments for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis who haven't responded to at least one previous therapy. It aims to find better options for managing these conditions.
Houston, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT07113522RecruitingPhase 2
Study of new therapies for Crohn's and colitis
This trial tests new therapies for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. It may help if your standard treatments aren't working well enough.
Houston, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT06819891RecruitingPhase 3
Study of afimkibart for active Crohn's disease
This trial tests a new medicine called afimkibart for people with moderately to severely active Crohn's disease that has not responded well to other treatments. It aims to see if the medicine can safely reduce inflammation and improve symptoms.
Houston, TexasAges 16–80 - NCT02791854Enrolling by invitation
Improving Care for Adults With Crohn’s or Ulcerative Colitis
This trial looks at ways to improve care for adults living with inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. You may be invited if your clinic is part of an inflammatory bowel disease care network called IBD Qorus.
Houston, TexasAges 18–99 - NCT04779320RecruitingPhase 3
Vedolizumab for teens with moderate to severe Crohn's
This trial tests vedolizumab to treat children and teens with moderate to severe Crohn’s disease when standard treatments haven’t worked or caused side effects. It may help reduce gut inflammation and symptoms and help some patients stay healthier over time.
Houston, TexasAges 2–17 - NCT04372108Recruiting
Long-term safety study for ustekinumab vs other biologics
This study follows adults with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis to compare the long-term safety of ustekinumab against other biologic medicines. It may help show how safe these treatments are over time, using medical records.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06257706RecruitingPhase 4
Healing the bowel wall in Crohn's disease with vedolizumab
This study tests whether a medicine called vedolizumab can help heal all layers of the bowel wall in Crohn's disease. It uses a special ultrasound to see inside the bowel, aiming for deeper healing than usual.
Houston, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT05230173Recruiting
Treat to endoscopic remission in inflammatory bowel disease
This study tests whether switching to a different treatment for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can achieve healing of the gut lining. It is for people whose symptoms are under control but who still have significant inflammation in their bowel.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03816345RecruitingPhase 1
Nivolumab for advanced cancer with autoimmune disease
This trial tests whether the immunotherapy drug nivolumab can safely treat advanced cancer in people who also have an autoimmune disease like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or multiple sclerosis. It aims to find out if the drug may help control cancer while managing their autoimmune condition.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06233461RecruitingPhase 2
A study of TAK-279 for Crohn's disease
This study tests an oral medication called TAK-279 to see if it can safely reduce inflammation in the bowel for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease who haven't had success with other treatments.
Bellaire, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT07077746RecruitingPhase 2
Stem cells for Crohn's disease
This trial tests whether a type of stem cell called HB-adMSCs can help treat Crohn's disease. It is for adults with mild to moderate Crohn's who have certain signs of inflammation in their blood and recent imaging of their condition.
Sugar Land, TexasAges 18–65
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Crohn’s disease trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Houston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting crohn’s disease studies listed above.
- Baylor College of Medicine · 4 studies
- Houston Methodist Hospital · 3 studies
- GI Alliance - Webster · 2 studies
- Integrity Advanced Therapeutics · 2 studies
- Novel Research, LLC · 2 studies
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston · 2 studies
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center · 2 studies
- BAMC
What taking part in a crohn’s disease study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting crohn’s disease studies in Texas.
Common questions
- Are there crohn’s disease clinical trials near Houston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 27 recruiting crohn’s disease studies with a site near Houston, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a crohn’s disease study near Houston?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Houston to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Houston, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a crohn’s disease trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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