Clinical trials
Gastrointestinal Cancer clinical trials
Below are recruiting gastrointestinal cancer clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 161 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05808712Recruiting
Study how cancer care feels when surgery is stopped
This study looks at the quality of cancer care and patient experience in people over 18 who have gastrointestinal cancer diagnoses. It especially focuses on situations where cancer surgery is aborted or stopped and asks patients to complete a Swedish questionnaire.
LinköpingAges 18 years+ - NCT05780684Recruiting
Personalized 5-FU dosing for advanced gastrointestinal cancer
This study tests whether doctors can safely find the best dose of 5-FU, a chemotherapy medicine, for people with advanced gastrointestinal cancers. The goal is to reduce side effects while still treating the cancer effectively.
Lebanon, New HampshireAges 18 years+ - NCT02584244RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing an imaging scan to find gastrointestinal cancer
This study checks how well the LUM Imaging System can detect cancers of the esophagus, colon, or pancreas during the time you are preparing for surgery. It’s mainly meant to see if the scan works safely and clearly for doctors to find cancer areas.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 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+ - NCT05494060RecruitingPhase 2
Adjuvant chemo plus immunotherapy for ctDNA-positive stomach cancer
This trial tests whether adding an anti-cancer immune treatment and another targeted drug to standard chemotherapy after surgery can lower the chance of cancer coming back. It is for people whose blood test (ctDNA) shows leftover cancer-related DNA after surgery.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–75 - NCT06907095Recruiting
Early cancer detection study for high-risk individuals
This study tests if a simple blood or fluid test can find cancer early in people with a higher-than-average risk. If you have certain genetic mutations, a strong family history of cancer, or other high-risk conditions, you may be able to join.
VillejuifAges 18 years+ - NCT05694338Recruiting
Study frailty during major surgery for gut cancer
This trial studies how “frailty” affects people with gastrointestinal (gut) cancer who are about to have major surgery, sometimes after chemotherapy or other treatment beforehand. It may help doctors better prepare and support patients through surgery.
East Corning, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06065371RecruitingPhase 1
Sacituzumab govitecan plus capecitabine for advanced GI cancers
This trial tests a combination of two drugs—sacituzumab govitecan (targeted therapy) and capecitabine (chemotherapy)—for people with advanced stomach, colon, or pancreatic cancer that has stopped responding to standard treatments.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06417567Recruiting
Preventing nausea and vomiting after GI cancer surgery
This study tests whether the medication NEPA (Netupitant and Palonosetron) can prevent nausea and vomiting in people who have had surgery for liver, gallbladder, or pancreatic cancer. It may help those who want to avoid post-surgery sickness.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06596694RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Patritumab deruxtecan for advanced gastrointestinal cancers
This trial tests a new drug (patritumab deruxtecan) for people with advanced or spreading cancers of the digestive system (including colorectal, bile duct, liver, and stomach/esophageal cancers). The goal is to see if it can shrink tumors or stop them from growing.
Santa Monica, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06966232RecruitingPhase 3
Using entecavir to prevent hepatitis B flare-up in gastrointestinal cancer patients
This trial tests whether giving the antiviral drug entecavir before or at the first sign of hepatitis B reactivation can prevent liver problems in gastrointestinal cancer patients who are inactive hepatitis B carriers and are starting chemotherapy or immunotherapy.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT05600933Enrolling by invitation
Providing tumor samples to find new treatment targets
This study collects tumor tissue and related blood tests from people who already need a biopsy or surgery as part of their usual care. Researchers use the samples to learn what drives the tumor and how the tumor environment may affect treatment, which could help develop future therapies.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 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.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06830304Enrolling by invitation
Boosting gastrointestinal cancer screening for high-risk adults
This study tests a new way to encourage people at high risk for gastrointestinal cancer to get screened. It compares different methods to see which works best, helping catch cancer early when it's easier to treat.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 45–74 - NCT04929912Recruiting
Registry for people treated with electroporation for cancer
This study is a real-world registry that collects information about people who have already received cancer treatment using electroporation methods. It may help researchers learn which treatments are used in practice and what outcomes people experience.
LondonAges Any age - NCT07708012Enrolling by invitation
Laparoscopic and endoscopic surgery for early stomach cancer
This trial studies a combined surgical approach using a camera through small incisions (laparoscopy) and a flexible tube through the mouth (endoscopy) to treat early-stage stomach cancer. It aims to see if this approach can safely remove the cancer while sparing nearby lymph nodes.
Qingdao, ShandongAges 18–80 - NCT06398314Recruiting
Palliative radiation for pelvic tumor symptoms
This trial tests a type of radiation to help relieve symptoms like pain, bleeding, or other discomfort from tumors in the pelvic area. It is for people whose cancer has spread or cannot be cured, and who are not able to have stronger treatments.
ÅlesundAges 18 years+ - NCT04557969Recruiting
Surgery and tumor testing in gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST)
This study looks at how surgery for gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) works, and collects tumor samples to study them under the microscope and by DNA testing. Your results may help researchers better predict tumor behavior and guide future treatment.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 6 years+ - NCT07673861Recruiting
Using ctDNA to find resistance and guide cancer treatment
This trial uses a simple blood test to look for changes in your cancer's DNA that might show why your current treatment stopped working. The results could help your doctor choose your next treatment more precisely.
LondonAges 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.
Chandler, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT01416714Recruiting
Tissue sample collection during cancer surgery or biopsy
This study is collecting tissue samples from people with certain cancers while they have surgery or a biopsy. It may help researchers learn more about these cancers and improve future diagnosis and treatment.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Any age - 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.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06602167Recruiting
Acupuncture and acupressure to prevent hand-foot syndrome from capecitabine
This trial tests if electroacupuncture combined with self-administered acupressure can prevent hand-foot syndrome, a common side effect of the chemotherapy drug capecitabine. It is for people with gastrointestinal or breast cancer who are starting capecitabine for the first time.
Xining, QinghaiAges 18–85 - NCT05381038RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Personalized azacitidine combinations for breast or stomach cancer
This Phase 1/2 trial tests different combinations that include azacitidine, chosen based on your tumor’s lab “response markers” and past drug-sensitivity screening. It aims to find safer dosing and see whether these personalized combinations can shrink solid tumors such as breast or stomach cancer.
SingaporeAges 21–99
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for gastrointestinal cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 161 recruiting gastrointestinal 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 gastrointestinal 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 gastrointestinal 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
- Gastric Cancer, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer
- Lung Cancer Non-Small Cell Cancer (NSCLC)
- Gastrointestinal Cancer Metastatic
- Breast Cancer (Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC))
- Cancer of Gastrointestinal Tract
- Upper Gastrointestinal 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.