Clinical trials
Esophageal Cancer clinical trials
Below are recruiting esophageal cancer clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 368 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05738434RecruitingPhase 2
Testing immunotherapy plus targeted drug with short chemo for esophagus cancer
This Phase 2 study tests whether combining camrelizumab (immunotherapy) and apatinib (a targeted drug) with short-course chemotherapy can control advanced esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. It may help by improving cancer response and slowing disease growth if you’re eligible and haven’t had prior whole-body (systemic) anti-cancer treatment.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–75 - NCT04018872RecruitingPhase 2
Itraconazole trial for esophageal cancer response
This Phase 2 trial tests whether itraconazole (an antifungal medicine) can help people with localized esophageal or gastroesophageal junction cancer achieve a better “pathologic complete response,” meaning no remaining cancer found after treatment. You may be considered if your cancer is in a localized/locoregional stage and you meet key safety checks.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04460352RecruitingPhase 3
Esophageal cancer treatment with chemoradiation plus planned surgery
This trial tests the best way to treat locally advanced squamous cell esophageal cancer: either chemoradiation followed by planned surgery, or monitoring with surgery only if needed. It may help you choose a strategy that controls the cancer while aiming to reduce unnecessary procedures.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18–80 - NCT04513808RecruitingPhase 3
Compare IV versus inhaled anesthesia for esophageal surgery
This trial tests whether using IV anesthesia (given through a vein) or inhaled anesthesia helps people live longer without their esophageal cancer coming back after surgery. You’d be randomly assigned to one anesthesia type as part of potentially curative surgery.
ShanghaiAges 18–90 - NCT04892849Recruiting
PD-1/PD-L1 immunotherapy plus radiation for solid tumors
This study tests whether combining an immune system medicine (PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitor) with radiation can improve outcomes in people with certain solid cancers. It also looks for blood or tissue “biomarkers” that may explain who benefits most.
Erlangen, BavariaAges 18 years+ - NCT04986293Recruiting
CPAP or BiPAP to reduce motion during radiation
This study tests whether using a breathing machine (CPAP or BiPAP) can help keep you still during radiation treatment. This may improve how accurately radiation is delivered for certain cancers treated with curative intent.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges 18 years+ - NCT05182944RecruitingPhase 2
Perioperative immunotherapy plus chemotherapy for resectable throat cancer
This trial studies whether adding camrelizumab (an immune system drug) to chemotherapy before and around surgery can improve outcomes for people with resectable esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC). If you are eligible, treatment is given around the time of planned surgery to remove the tumor and lymph nodes.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–80 - NCT05865743RecruitingPhase 3
Antibiotic cloth before surgery to prevent esophagus infection
This Phase 3 trial tests whether using an antibiotic decolonization treatment around the time of esophagus surgery can reduce serious infections afterward. It may help you lower the risk of postoperative infectious complications after curative esophagectomy or esophagus reconstruction.
LeuvenAges 18 years+ - NCT06161818RecruitingPhase 2
Combined therapy before surgery for lymph node-positive esophageal cancer
This trial is testing a combination of chemotherapy and radiation (called total neoadjuvant therapy) before surgery for a type of esophageal cancer that has spread to lymph nodes. The goal is to see if this approach improves outcomes.
Eindhoven, North BrabantAges 18 years+ - NCT06343597Recruiting
Volume Outcome Relationships and Effects in Esophageal Cancer
This trial looks at how hospital experience (volume) affects outcomes for people with esophageal cancer. It aims to understand if hospitals that treat more cases get better results.
Richardson, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06354959Recruiting
Prehab program before lung or esophageal cancer surgery
This program helps you get stronger and healthier before your lung or esophageal cancer surgery. It's called 'prehab' and aims to improve your recovery after the operation.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06366828Recruiting
Predicting complications after esophageal cancer treatment
This study looks at past medical records of people with esophageal cancer who received chemotherapy and radiation before surgery. Researchers want to find better ways to predict who might have complications after surgery, so they can improve care for future patients.
Nijmegen, GelderlandAges 18–100 - NCT06435286RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new imaging tool for esophageal cancer screening
This study tests a new imaging technology (optical biopsy) that may help doctors find early signs of esophageal cancer during a routine endoscopy. It is for people who are already scheduled for a screening procedure with a special dye (Lugol's chromoendoscopy).
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06586242RecruitingPhase 2
Penpulimab, anlotinib, and chemo before surgery for esophageal cancer
This trial tests a combination of three drugs (penpulimab, anlotinib, and chemotherapy) given before surgery to shrink esophageal cancer. It is for people with locally advanced cancer who have not had treatment before.
Xi'an, Shaan'xiAges 18–75 - NCT06618742Recruiting
Cooling balloon for swallowing trouble in esophageal cancer
This study tests a cooling balloon device to treat trouble swallowing caused by advanced esophageal cancer. It aims to open up the esophagus so you can eat more easily.
UtrechtAges 18 years+ - NCT06663059RecruitingPhase 2
Adebrelimab before surgery for esophageal cancer: 2 vs 4 cycles
This trial tests a drug called Adebrelimab (an immunotherapy) given before surgery to treat esophageal squamous cell cancer. It compares 2 cycles of treatment with 4 cycles to see which works better. The goal is to shrink the tumor and make surgery more effective.
Xi'an, ShannxiAges 18–75 - NCT06746623Recruiting
Non-endoscopic screening for Barrett's in veterans without reflux
This trial tests a new, non-endoscopic screening method for Barrett's esophagus (a condition that can lead to cancer) in veterans who do not have chronic acid reflux. It aims to find early signs of the condition using a simple swallowable device, potentially avoiding the need for a traditional endoscopy.
Cleveland, OhioAges 40–85 - NCT06769113RecruitingPhase 2
Study of HLX43 for advanced esophageal cancer
This trial tests a new drug, HLX43, for people with advanced esophageal squamous cell carcinoma that has stopped responding to or cannot tolerate standard treatments. It aims to see if HLX43 can help shrink or control the cancer.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–75 - NCT07004634Recruiting
Comparing Drain Types After Minimally Invasive Esophageal Cancer Surgery
This study compares two different ways of placing drains after minimally invasive surgery for esophageal cancer. It aims to find which method helps you recover better and with fewer complications.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07043491Recruiting
Comparing scopes and X-rays after esophagus surgery
This trial compares two ways doctors check the surgical connection (anastomosis) after removing a cancerous part of the esophagus. It looks at whether a flexible tube with a camera (endoscopy) or a special X-ray (esophagram) is better for routine follow-up.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07165184Recruiting
Lymph node spread in esophageal cancer study
This study looks at how often cancer has spread to lymph nodes in people with esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. It may help doctors plan better treatment. You may be eligible if your cancer hasn't spread to other organs and you haven't had another cancer.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 20–85 - NCT07165210Recruiting
Lymph node spread in esophageal cancer trial
This trial looks at how often a specific lymph node (106TBL) is involved in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. It may help guide treatment decisions for people who have not had other cancers and whose tumor is in the chest (not the neck).
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 20–85 - NCT07177794RecruitingPhase 3
Toripalimab and capecitabine after chemoradiotherapy for esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug toripalimab and the chemotherapy pill capecitabine after standard chemoradiotherapy can help prevent esophageal cancer from coming back. It's for people with squamous cell esophageal cancer that hasn't spread far and who have just finished chemoradiotherapy.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT00260559Recruiting
Checks quality of life after esophagus surgery
This study looks at outcomes and quality of life after esophagus removal surgery, comparing minimally invasive surgery and open surgery. It may help doctors understand how different surgical approaches affect how you feel during recovery.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for esophageal cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 368 recruiting esophageal 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 esophageal 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 esophageal 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
- Breast Cancer Early Stage Breast Cancer (Stage 1-3)
- Non Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Esophageal Cancer (EsC)
- Gastric Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer
- Lung Cancer Non-Small Cell Cancer (NSCLC)
- Breast Cancer (Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC))
- Esophageal Squamous Cell Cancer
- Gastro-esophageal Junction Cancer
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.