Clinical trials · Houston, TX
Gastrointestinal Cancer clinical trials in Houston
We’re tracking 17 recruiting gastrointestinal cancer studies with a site in or near Houston — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Houston
- NCT06420206Recruiting
Goals of care discussion in the ER for advanced cancer
This study is for people with advanced lung or GI cancer who come to the emergency room at MD Anderson. It’s testing a conversation to help you and your doctor discuss your goals and wishes for care.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07406633RecruitingPhase 2
KQB198 plus imatinib for advanced GIST
This trial tests a new drug called KQB198 combined with imatinib for people with advanced or metastatic gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) that has a specific KIT or PDGFRA mutation. The goal is to see if this combination works better than imatinib alone as a first treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05208047RecruitingPhase 3
CGT9486 plus sunitinib for advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumors
This trial tests whether adding a new drug called CGT9486 to sunitinib (a standard cancer drug) works better than sunitinib alone for gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) that have grown or spread. You may qualify if your GIST stopped responding to or caused problems with imatinib, an earlier treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06885034RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a New Drug for Advanced Colon, Rectal, or Pancreatic Cancer
This study tests an experimental drug, alone or combined with other treatments, for advanced colon, rectal, or pancreatic cancer that hasn't responded to standard options or cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if it is safe and if it helps shrink or slow the cancer.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05323409Recruiting
Better overall care for certain cancer patients
This study looks at how to improve day-to-day support and coordination between cancer doctors and primary care doctors for people with certain early cancers. It may help if you have other ongoing health problems (like diabetes or high blood pressure) or lifestyle factors that need ongoing management during cancer treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT01696734RecruitingPhase 3
Domperidone for difficult stomach and reflux problems
This trial studies whether domperidone can help people whose stomach or reflux symptoms did not improve with usual treatments. It focuses on symptoms like slow stomach emptying, hard-to-control acid reflux, or severe indigestion.
Houston, TexasAges 16 years+ - NCT07222800RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new drug plus chemo for stage 4 colorectal cancer
This study tests a new experimental drug (PF-08634404) combined with standard chemotherapy for people with stage 4 colorectal cancer who have not yet been treated for their advanced disease. The goal is to see if the combination helps shrink or slow the growth of tumors.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05978141Recruiting
T-cell lymphoma registry study
This study creates a registry for people with certain T-cell or NK-cell lymphomas. It collects health information and tumor samples to learn more about these diseases and improve future treatments.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT06805825RecruitingPhase 1
Study of NN3201 for advanced cancers with c-Kit
This trial tests a new drug, NN3201, that targets a protein called c-Kit found on some cancer cells. It may be an option for people with certain advanced solid tumors, including GIST, small cell lung cancer, or other c-Kit-positive cancers, who have already tried standard treatments or cannot take them.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06445062RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of new RAS inhibitors for GI solid tumors
This trial tests new drugs that target specific RAS mutations in advanced gastrointestinal cancers, like pancreatic or colorectal cancer. It aims to see if these drugs can shrink tumors or slow their growth.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06532877Recruiting
Telephone support for advanced GI cancer and caregivers
This study offers telephone-based support for people with advanced gastrointestinal cancer who are experiencing fatigue, and for their family caregivers. It aims to help both you and your caregiver manage the challenges of cancer care together.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04629677Recruiting
Portal vein stent for narrowed portal blood vessels
This trial looks at whether placing a small metal stent in the portal vein and nearby veins can improve problems caused by major narrowing (or clotting) of these vessels in people with gastrointestinal cancers. If you have significant vessel narrowing, the study may offer a targeted way to relieve pressure and symptoms that are not caused by the tumor directly.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05176665RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
EMB-01 for advanced stomach, bile, liver, and colon cancers
This early-phase trial studies EMB-01 in people with advanced or metastatic gastrointestinal cancers to see how well it works and how safe it is. To join, your tumor’s DNA or protein pattern (especially EGFR or cMET) must match specific lab results, and you must have tried standard treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04924075RecruitingPhase 2
Belzutifan for cancers linked to VHL or HIF-2α changes
This Phase 2 study tests belzutifan (MK-6482) to treat certain advanced cancers caused by specific gene or disease changes, including VHL-related tumors and HIF-2α related tumors. It may help shrink tumors or slow their growth in people whose cancer matches these genetic or disease patterns.
Houston, TexasAges 12 years+ - NCT06428409RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
A study of MK-2870 for several gastrointestinal cancers
This trial is testing a new drug called MK-2870, alone or with other treatments, for people with advanced colorectal, pancreatic, or bile duct cancer. It aims to see if the drug can help shrink or control the cancer.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06655246RecruitingPhase 1
Ziftomenib and imatinib for advanced GIST
This trial tests a new drug, ziftomenib, combined with imatinib for people with advanced or spreading gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) that have a KIT mutation. It may help if your GIST has gotten worse while on imatinib.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06936878Recruiting
BOLSTER: Learning skills to thrive with advanced cancer
This study tests a program called BOLSTER to help you learn new skills to thrive while managing advanced cancer and a complex care need. You and a family caregiver will participate together.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near Houston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting gastrointestinal cancer studies listed above.
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center · 13 studies
- Baylor College of Medicine · 2 studies
- GSK Investigational Site
- Houston Medical Imaging
- McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston
- Oncology Consultants
- Texas Oncology
- Texas Oncology - Gulf Coast
What taking part in a gastrointestinal cancer 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 gastrointestinal cancer studies in Texas.
Common questions
- Are there gastrointestinal cancer clinical trials near Houston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 17 recruiting gastrointestinal cancer 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 gastrointestinal cancer 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 gastrointestinal cancer 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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New gastrointestinal cancer studies open near Houston regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.