Clinical trials
First-Line clinical trials
Below are recruiting first-line clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 406 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07680764RecruitingPhase 2
Imzokitug plus pumitamig and chemo for first-line advanced lung cancer
This trial tests a new combination of drugs (imzokitug, pumitamig, and platinum-doublet chemotherapy) as a first treatment for advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer that has not spread to the brain. The goal is to see if adding imzokitug makes the standard treatment work better.
Athens, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05253651RecruitingPhase 3
Tucatinib plus trastuzumab with chemo for HER2+ metastatic colon cancer
This trial tests whether adding tucatinib and trastuzumab to standard chemotherapy works better than standard treatment alone for people with HER2-positive metastatic colon or rectal cancer. It aims to improve how long people live and how well tumors respond as first treatment for advanced disease.
Glendale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07219459RecruitingPhase 2
New drug combo for liver cancer after PD-1/PD-L1 treatment fails
This study tests three drugs (visugromab, nivolumab, lenvatinib) compared to a placebo plus lenvatinib for people with liver cancer (HCC) that cannot be removed or has spread, and who have already been treated with a PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitor without success. The goal is to see if the combination can help shrink tumors or slow the cancer.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–100 - NCT06899126RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a drug combo for first-line HER2-positive lung cancer
This trial tests a new combination of drugs (trastuzumab deruxtecan, pembrolizumab, and chemotherapy) as a first treatment for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has high levels of the HER2 protein. The goal is to see if this combination works better than current options.
Anchorage, AlaskaAges 18 years+ - NCT06788990RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of ficerafusp alfa with pembrolizumab for advanced head and neck cancer
This study tests a new drug called ficerafusp alfa (BCA101) combined with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab for people with advanced head and neck cancer that has not been treated before. The goal is to see if adding ficerafusp alfa helps shrink tumors better than pembrolizumab alone.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07554456RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
New Drug Combination for Advanced Esophageal Cancer
This trial tests a new drug called BL-B01D1 combined with an immune therapy (tislelizumab) and sometimes chemotherapy against standard chemotherapy for esophageal squamous cell carcinoma that cannot be surgically removed. The goal is to see if this new combination works better and is safer than current treatment.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT04790682Recruiting
Liquid blood test to predict first immunotherapy response
This trial tests whether a “liquid biopsy” blood test can help predict how well first immunotherapy will work for people with stage IV lung cancer. It may help doctors choose the most effective treatment strategy sooner.
Boulogne-BillancourtAges 18 years+ - NCT07416474RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing two drug combos for first-line lung cancer
This trial tests a new drug (RC148) plus chemotherapy against another drug (Tislelizumab) plus chemotherapy for people with a type of lung cancer called squamous non-small cell lung cancer that has spread or can't be removed. It's for those who haven't had treatment for advanced disease yet.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT04606914RecruitingPhase 2
Carboplatin plus mirvetuximab for advanced ovarian cancer after chemo
This Phase 2 study tests adding mirvetuximab to carboplatin for people with advanced, high-grade serous ovarian cancer who will first receive “neoadjuvant” chemotherapy. It is designed for tumors that strongly show FRα, which mirvetuximab targets, to see if this improves outcomes.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT04055220Recruiting
Regorafenib to keep bone cancer from coming back
This trial studies whether regorafenib given after first treatment helps patients with bone sarcoma stay in remission longer. It focuses on safety and whether the medicine can prevent the cancer from growing or returning.
BesançonAges 12 years+ - NCT04263298RecruitingPhase 3
Fulvestrant or capecitabine after chemo for metastatic breast cancer
This Phase 3 trial compares two medicines—fulvestrant versus capecitabine—as “maintenance” treatment after your first chemo helps control metastatic breast cancer. It aims to see which one helps people live longer with better disease control.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT04278222RecruitingPhase 2
Anlotinib plus immunotherapy for advanced stomach cancer
This Phase 2 study tests whether combining two medicines—anlotinib and toripalimab—can work well as first treatment for advanced (stage IV) stomach cancer. It’s meant for people who have an adequate overall health status and certain blood/organ function levels.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT04385290RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing midostaurin plus gemtuzumab for newly diagnosed AML
This trial studies whether combining two medicines—midostaurin and gemtuzumab (with standard chemotherapy)—can improve outcomes for newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML). It is testing a first-line treatment plan tailored to specific genetic changes in the leukemia.
München, BavariaAges 18–75 - NCT04722978RecruitingPhase 3
Chemo plus moxifloxacin for metastatic triple-negative breast cancer
This trial tests whether adding moxifloxacin (an antibiotic) to standard chemotherapy helps people with metastatic triple-negative breast cancer live longer or respond better. You may qualify if your cancer has the right lab markers and you haven’t had treatment for metastatic disease yet.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT04792502RecruitingPhase 2
Mosunetuzumab plus lenalidomide for untreated follicular or marginal lymphoma
This Phase 2 study tests whether mosunetuzumab, added to lenalidomide, can treat people who have not yet received lymphoma medicines. It’s for follicular lymphoma or marginal zone lymphoma and may help shrink tumors and improve control of the disease.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT04834544RecruitingPhase 2
Maintenance vaccine treatment after first chemotherapy for ovarian cancer
This Phase 2 trial studies a maintenance vaccine (DCVAC/OvCa) given after standard first-line chemotherapy and surgery for certain advanced ovarian cancers. It aims to help keep the cancer from coming back for longer by boosting the body’s anti-cancer response.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06888817RecruitingPhase 3
Bevacizumab vs steroids for brain radiation injury
This trial tests if bevacizumab works better than steroids for people with brain swelling caused by radiation. If you have this condition and meet certain health requirements, you may join.
AmsterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT07594015RecruitingPhase 2
Pembrolizumab and Lenvatinib for Recurrent Endometrial Cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (pembrolizumab and lenvatinib) for endometrial cancer that has come back after initial treatment with chemotherapy and immunotherapy. The study focuses on a specific type of cancer based on genetic testing and may help patients whose cancer didn't respond to standard first-line treatment.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05007132RecruitingPhase 2
First-line metastatic colon or rectal cancer study with targeted drugs
This Phase 2 trial compares two treatment combinations as a first treatment for metastatic (spread) colon or rectal cancer. It looks to see whether one combo works better or is safer than the other.
BerlinAges 18 years+ - NCT05035147RecruitingPhase 4
Albumin-bound paclitaxel plus gemcitabine for advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial studies a chemotherapy combination (albumin-bound paclitaxel and gemcitabine) as first treatment for pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. It aims to improve outcomes by testing how well this treatment works in people with locally advanced or metastatic disease.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT05085028RecruitingPhase 3
Lower-dose pembrolizumab for lung cancer after 6 months
This trial studies whether giving pembrolizumab less often can work just as well for advanced non-small cell lung cancer after you’ve already had 6 months of treatment and are still benefiting. It may help reduce how often you need treatment while keeping cancer control.
BournemouthAges 18 years+ - NCT05192798RecruitingPhase 2
Albumin-bound chemo plus anti-blood-vessel drugs for TNBC
This Phase 2 study tests a chemotherapy called albumin-bound paclitaxel combined with medicines that block new blood vessel growth (antiangiogenic agents) for women with recurrent or metastatic triple-negative breast cancer. It aims to see whether this combination can better control cancer when it comes back or has spread.
Bengbu, AnhuiAges 18–80 - NCT05198154Recruiting
Blood test to watch lung cancer risk after immunotherapy
This trial uses a special blood test to look for tiny cancer DNA to estimate your risk of the cancer getting worse after first immunotherapy. It aims to help doctors monitor progression earlier and more accurately in advanced lung cancer.
Changsha, HunanAges 18 years+ - NCT05260671RecruitingPhase 2
Penpulimab plus cetuximab for advanced head and neck cancer
This trial studies penpulimab (an immune medicine) combined with cetuximab (an antibody drug) for recurrent or metastatic squamous cell head and neck cancer that cannot be treated with surgery or radiation. It aims to shrink tumors and improve survival in people whose tumor shows a specific immune marker (PD-L1).
Changchun, JilinAges 18–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for first-line?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 406 recruiting first-line 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 first-line 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 first-line 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.
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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.