Clinical trials
Esophageal Carcinoma clinical trials
Below are recruiting esophageal carcinoma clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 244 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05281003RecruitingPhase 2
Pembrolizumab plus chemo before surgery for esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether giving pembrolizumab (an immune therapy) plus chemotherapy before surgery can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced, operable esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. It may help shrink the tumor and improve the chance of successful surgery.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT05473156RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of AP203 for advanced solid tumors that grew despite treatment
This early-phase study tests AP203 (an investigational treatment) to see if it is safe and to look for signs it can shrink or control certain advanced cancers. The study includes a dose-finding part for many solid tumors, and a second part focused on specific lung and head/neck cancers that previously received PD-1/PD-L1 therapy.
TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06385730RecruitingPhase 2
PD-1 blocker before surgery for elderly esophageal cancer
This trial tests a drug (PD-1 blocker) given before surgery for people over 75 with esophageal cancer. The goal is to see if it helps shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 76 years+ - NCT07189871RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
177Lu-BetaBart for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new radioactive drug, 177Lu-BetaBart, for people with certain advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to other treatments. The goal is to see if it can shrink tumors or slow their growth.
Dothan, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT05086692RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Beta-only IL-2 therapy for advanced solid tumors
This Phase 1/2 study tests a beta-only version of IL-2, an immune-stimulating treatment, to shrink or control advanced or metastatic solid tumors. It’s mainly designed to check safety and to see if it can help patients by improving tumor response.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05952661Recruiting
Testing immune treatment after esophageal cancer therapy
This trial looks at how best to add an immunotherapy “extra” before, during, and after standard chemoradiation for stage II–III esophageal squamous cell cancer that can’t be operated on. It may help reduce cancer that remains after treatment by targeting immune cells.
Shijiazhuang, HebeiAges 18–75 - NCT07554521RecruitingPhase 2
Tislelizumab Plus Chemotherapy for Advanced Stomach or Esophageal Cancer
This study tests a combination of two drugs—tislelizumab (an immunotherapy) and chemotherapy—to treat advanced stomach, gastroesophageal junction, or esophageal cancer that cannot be surgically removed. The trial focuses on recruiting patients from racial and ethnic minority communities to ensure the treatment is studied in diverse populations.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07050576Recruiting
Lymph node spread in early esophageal cancer
This trial looks at how early-stage esophageal cancer spreads to lymph nodes. It uses CT scans and pathology reports to understand patterns, which may help guide future treatment decisions.
Hefei, AnhuiAges Any age - NCT03948100Recruiting
Yoga coaching for lung or esophageal cancer during radiation
This study tests whether a guided yoga program helps people with lung or esophageal cancer improve strength, daily functioning, and quality of life while they receive radiation therapy. It also involves a family caregiver, to support the patient during treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 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+ - NCT06354218RecruitingPhase 2
Serplulimab plus chemoradiation for older adults with esophageal cancer
This trial tests a new immunotherapy drug called serplulimab combined with standard chemotherapy and radiation for older adults with locally advanced esophageal cancer. It aims to see if this combination can help shrink tumors and improve outcomes without prior cancer treatment.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 75 years+ - NCT04510129Recruiting
Cancer biospecimen collection study for immunotherapy patients
This study collects samples (like tissue biopsies and imaging information) from people with certain cancers who are starting anti–PD-1/PD-L1 immunotherapy. It helps researchers gather material to study how these treatments work.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT06047379RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing NEO212 for brain tumors and metastases
This trial tests a new drug called NEO212 for people with certain brain tumors (like astrocytoma or glioblastoma) or cancer that has spread to the brain from other parts of the body. The goal is to see if it is safe and if it can help shrink or control the tumors.
Beverly Hills, CaliforniaAges 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 - 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 - NCT06828588RecruitingEarly Phase 1
A new imaging test for people on HER2 cancer therapy
This study tests a new imaging drug called [68Ga]Ga-ABY-025 to see how well it shows HER2-positive tumors in people who are about to start or have just started HER2-targeted cancer therapy. It may help doctors see if the treatment is working.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 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 - NCT05208762RecruitingPhase 1
PD-L1 antibody drug study for advanced lung and head/neck cancers
This Phase 1 trial tests a new experimental drug (PF-08046054/SGN-PDL1V) in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatment or can’t use it. It is designed to see how the drug works and how safe it is, with a focus on tumors that have PD-L1 seen on prior lab testing.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06910657RecruitingPhase 1
IDOV-Immune vaccine for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests an experimental virus-based treatment for people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard therapies. The treatment is designed to infect and destroy cancer cells while boosting the immune system.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT04290806Recruiting
SAPHIR registry for advanced stomach and esophagus cancer
This registry collects information from people with stage IV (metastatic) stomach or esophagus cancers who are about to start their first medicines to control the disease. It may help researchers understand which treatments are used and how patients do over time.
Multiple LocationsAges 18 years+ - NCT06138028RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Sintilimab plus chemo and radiation for advanced esophageal cancer
This trial tests a combination of an immunotherapy drug (sintilimab) plus chemotherapy followed by radiation therapy for advanced esophageal cancer that has spread. The goal is to see if this sequence can help shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Qingdao, ShandongAges 18–80 - NCT05443841Recruiting
Pleural lavage test to guide surgery in resectable esophageal cancer
This trial studies whether washing fluid from around the lungs (pleural lavage) can show cancer cells and help predict outcomes for people with operable esophageal cancer. It may add useful information before surgery to support better treatment decisions.
Hefei, AnhuiAges Any age
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for esophageal carcinoma?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 244 recruiting esophageal carcinoma 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 carcinoma 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 carcinoma 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
- Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Advanced Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Locally Advanced Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Clinical Stage II Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma AJCC v8
- Metastatic Esophageal Carcinoma
- Metastatic Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Resectable Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Advanced Esophageal Carcinoma
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.