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
- NCT06990178Enrolling by invitation
Adaptive Neoadjuvant Therapy for Esophageal Cancer
This trial is testing a new treatment approach for esophageal cancer that includes chemotherapy and immunotherapy before surgery. The goal is to see if this combination can help shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Shenzhen, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT07390838RecruitingPhase 1
Study of SH009 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests an investigational drug called SH009 for people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT06181656Recruiting
Pneumonia Vaccine Study for Esophageal and Liver Cancer Patients
This trial studies how well the pneumonia vaccine works in people with esophageal or liver cancer who have low white blood cell counts after chemoradiation. It aims to see if the vaccine can still protect them from infection.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07431281RecruitingPhase 3
New drug combo for advanced stomach cancer with CLDN18.2
This trial tests a new drug combination for people with advanced stomach cancer that has not been treated before. It looks at two groups: one with PD-L1 (a protein that helps decide if immunotherapy works), and one without. The treatment includes an antibody-drug conjugate (Sonesitatug Vedotin) plus standard chemotherapy, with or without an immunotherapy drug.
Mobile, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07617246RecruitingPhase 2
Preventing nausea from cancer treatment with new medications
This study tests two medications (fosrolapitant and palonosetron) to prevent severe nausea and vomiting in patients with esophageal or lung cancer who are receiving chemotherapy combined with immunotherapy. If the medications work well, they could help patients feel better during treatment and complete their cancer care more comfortably.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT07132918RecruitingPhase 2
Heart-Sparing Radiation for Thoracic Cancers
This trial tests a new way to plan radiation for cancers in the chest area (like lung, esophageal, or thymus cancers) that aims to protect the heart from high doses of radiation. It is for people who need daily radiation for at least three weeks and who are expected to live more than a year.
Madison, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT07596654Recruiting
Surgery versus chemotherapy for early-stage small cell esophageal cancer
This study compares how well surgery works compared to chemotherapy and radiation for treating small cell cancer that started in the esophagus and hasn't spread far. Researchers will examine which approach helps patients live longer.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT06203600RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Nivolumab plus standard treatment for advanced stomach or esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug nivolumab to standard treatment works better for advanced stomach or esophageal cancer. It is for people whose cancer has already progressed after a first round of chemo plus immunotherapy.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT06067438RecruitingPhase 2
Amiodarone to Prevent Irregular Heartbeat After Esophageal Cancer Surgery
This trial tests if amiodarone, a medication that helps keep your heart rhythm steady, can prevent a type of irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation after surgery to remove part of your esophagus. If you are having this surgery (called minimally invasive esophagectomy or MIE) for cancer or other esophagus problems, you may be able to join.
Portland, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT05274048RecruitingPhase 1
Neratinib plus antibody-drug for HER2-positive stomach or esophagus cancer
This early-phase trial tests neratinib together with an antibody-drug to treat advanced HER2-positive gastro-esophageal (stomach/esophagus) cancer that can’t be removed by surgery. It’s for people whose cancer has progressed after at least one HER2-targeted treatment, aiming to shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05370144Recruiting
Pre-surgery chemotherapy and radiation for esophagus cancer
This study tests a new pre-surgery treatment plan that combines chemotherapy with focused, shorter-course radiation for esophagus or stomach-where-it-meets-the-esophagus (GEJ) adenocarcinoma. The goal is to shrink the tumor before surgery and improve treatment outcomes.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18–80 - NCT04138212RecruitingPhase 3
Chemo alone vs chemo with radiation before esophagus surgery
This study compares chemotherapy alone versus chemotherapy plus radiation given before surgery for locally advanced esophagus squamous cell cancer. The goal is to see which treatment helps more people have a successful operation and better cancer control.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–70 - NCT06086457RecruitingPhase 3
Immunotherapy plus chemo with or without radiation for esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether adding radiation therapy to a standard treatment (immunotherapy plus chemotherapy) can help people with advanced esophageal cancer that has spread to up to two organs. The goal is to see if the combination improves outcomes.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06123338RecruitingPhase 2
Pembrolizumab plus chemo and trastuzumab for HER2+ stomach cancer
This trial tests adding pembrolizumab to standard trastuzumab and chemotherapy for people with HER2-positive stomach or esophageal cancer that can be fully removed with surgery. The goal is to see if this combination improves outcomes before and after surgery.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07751055RecruitingPhase 2
Chemotherapy and radiation with immunotherapy before surgery for esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether adding two immunotherapy drugs to standard chemotherapy and radiation before surgery can help shrink esophageal cancer and improve outcomes. It is for people with a certain type of esophageal cancer that can be removed with surgery.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT04280822RecruitingPhase 3
Immunotherapy plus chemo versus chemo alone before surgery
This Phase 3 trial tests whether adding immunotherapy to chemotherapy before surgery works better than chemotherapy alone for resectable esophageal cancer. The goal is to improve outcomes after tumor shrinkage before the operation.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–75 - NCT04652180Recruiting
Robot surgery versus open surgery for esophagus cancer
This trial compares robot-assisted surgery with the standard open chest operation to remove esophagus and nearby tissue. It may help you understand which approach works better and is safer for patients whose cancer can be surgically removed.
L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05800054Recruiting
Nutrition support program for people with esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether an “NST whole-course” nutrition management plan can improve nutrition status and reduce side effects during treatment for stage II–III esophageal cancer. It may help you stay stronger and tolerate cancer therapy better by carefully monitoring and adjusting nutrition.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–75 - NCT06081647Recruiting
Testing a new airway device for endoscopy
This trial tests a special mouth-and-throat device designed to help you breathe easier during a routine endoscopy or colonoscopy. If you are a generally healthy adult scheduled for one of these procedures, you may be able to join.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–60 - NCT06194734RecruitingPhase 3
KC1036 vs. chemo for advanced esophageal cancer
This study compares a new drug, KC1036, to standard chemotherapy options for people with advanced esophageal squamous cell cancer that has progressed after immunotherapy and at least one chemo. It aims to see if KC1036 works better or has fewer side effects.
BeijingAges 18–75 - NCT07272382Recruiting
Omega-3 supplements with immunotherapy for advanced esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether adding omega-3 fatty acid supplements to a PD-1 inhibitor (a type of immunotherapy) can help control advanced esophageal cancer. It is for people whose cancer has spread or returned, and who have not already failed a similar immunotherapy.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT02495337Recruiting
Collecting tissue samples during stomach or esophagus procedures
This study collects small tissue samples from people who already need an endoscopy (EGD) and/or surgery for esophagus or stomach-related problems. The goal is to help researchers learn more about gastroesophageal cancers and related conditions.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07481058RecruitingPhase 2
Study of KC1036 with immunotherapy and chemo for advanced esophageal cancer
This trial tests a new drug called KC1036 combined with standard immunotherapy and chemotherapy for people with advanced esophageal cancer that has not been treated before. The goal is to see if this combination can help shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
BeijingAges 18–75 - NCT06690216Enrolling by invitationPhase 1/Phase 2
PET scan study for PD-L1 in certain cancers
This trial tests a new PET imaging agent, [18F]AlF-NOTA-PCP2, to detect PD-L1 protein in tumors. It may help guide treatment decisions for people with glioblastoma, head and neck, lung, or esophageal cancer.
Jinan, ShandongAges 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.