Clinical trials
Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST) clinical trials
Below are recruiting gastrointestinal stromal tumor (gist) clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 41 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04933669RecruitingPhase 2
Pre-surgery imatinib for high-risk stomach or gut GIST
This trial studies whether taking imatinib before surgery can shrink or control high-risk gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST). If you qualify, you would receive imatinib as “neoadjuvant” (before the operation) and then move on to planned surgery.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–80 - NCT05408897Recruiting
Blood test to predict risk after surgery for high-risk GIST
This study uses a “liquid biopsy” blood test to look for leftover cancer signals after surgery. It aims to predict how well treatment will work and how likely the cancer is to come back in people with high-risk GIST.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT05751733Recruiting
Apatinib versus standard drug for advanced GIST after imatinib
This trial studies whether apatinib works better than the usual second-line targeted tablet for advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) after imatinib (or avatinib) no longer works. It may help people whose cancer has grown despite treatment or who couldn’t tolerate it.
Changsha, HunanAges 18 years+ - NCT05938309Recruiting
Safety study of laparoscopic surgery for large stomach GISTs
This study looks at how safe laparoscopic surgery is for stomach GISTs that are 5 cm or larger. If you’re eligible and choose to participate, your team will plan and perform surgery and track safety outcomes.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18–75 - NCT05009927RecruitingPhase 2
Check whether continuing imatinib works after long GIST control
This trial studies people with advanced or metastatic gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) who have been on the drug imatinib for 10 years with stable, non-growing disease. The goal is to see how effective it is to keep imatinib going after this long period.
BesançonAges 18 years+ - NCT06507683Recruiting
Radiation plus ripretinib for advanced GIST
This trial tests whether adding radiation therapy to the drug ripretinib can help people with advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) that can't be removed by surgery and have stopped responding to other treatments. It aims to see if this combination is safe and effective.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07697248Recruiting
GIST patient registry study
This study is creating a registry to track people with GIST over time. Participating helps researchers learn more about the disease and improve future care.
Wayne, New JerseyAges Any age - 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+ - NCT07585266RecruitingPhase 3
New drug velzatinib versus imatinib for untreated GIST
This trial compares a newer cancer drug (velzatinib) with a standard treatment (imatinib) for gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) that cannot be surgically removed or have spread. You would receive one of these two drugs to see which works better and is safer.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07581977Recruiting
A Clip Tool for Removing Small Stomach Growths
This trial tests a new two-tooth clip device designed to help doctors safely remove small gastrointestinal tumors (GISTs) from the stomach using endoscopy—a thin camera inserted through the mouth. The clip may make the removal procedure easier and safer.
BeijingAges 18–85 - NCT07559864RecruitingPhase 2
Regorafenib plus Envafolimab for treatment-resistant gastrointestinal stromal tumors
This study tests a combination of two drugs (regorafenib and envafolimab) for gastrointestinal stromal tumors (a type of stomach/bowel cancer) that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The trial compares this combination to other doctor-selected treatments to see if it slows tumor growth.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07550582Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Surgery for small tumors at the food pipe opening
This trial tests a new surgical approach combining laparoscopic (minimally invasive) surgery with endoscopy (a camera procedure) to remove small tumors located where the esophagus meets the stomach. The goal is to safely remove these tumors while preserving normal function.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT07434843RecruitingPhase 2
Pemigatinib for a rare type of GIST
This trial tests a drug called pemigatinib for people with a specific type of GIST (SDH-deficient GIST) that has spread or cannot be removed with surgery. The goal is to see if the drug can help stop the cancer from growing.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07411118Recruiting
Comparing two ways to remove stomach GIST tumors with an endoscope
This trial compares two endoscopic techniques (EFTR and STER) for removing small to medium-sized GIST tumors from the stomach wall. It aims to see which method is safer and more effective.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - 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.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07379047RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing NB003 for advanced GIST after prior treatments
This trial tests a new drug called NB003 for people with advanced GIST (a type of stomach or intestinal tumor) that has stopped responding to or could not be tolerated after standard treatments like imatinib or sunitinib. The goal is to see if NB003 can help shrink or control the tumor.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18 years+ - NCT05461664Recruiting
Avapritinib for advanced GIST without PDGFRA exon 18 changes
This trial studies avapritinib, a targeted medicine, for people with advanced or returning gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) whose tumor does not have PDGFRA exon 18 mutations. It aims to see how well the drug can shrink tumors or control the disease.
GuangzhouAges 18 years+ - NCT03716089Recruiting
Laparoscopic surgery for stomach GIST by tumor site
This trial studies whether doing laparoscopic surgery for stomach GISTs (gastrointestinal stromal tumors) works and is safe when the tumor is in a “favorable” versus “unfavorable” location. You might be eligible if your tumor is confirmed as GIST and doctors expect to remove it completely using keyhole surgery.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18–75 - NCT07218926RecruitingPhase 3
New drug vs sunitinib for GIST after imatinib
This trial compares a new oral drug, IDRX-42, with the standard drug sunitinib (Sutent) for people with advanced GIST whose cancer has progressed after imatinib therapy. The goal is to see if IDRX-42 can better control the tumor growth.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06926374Recruiting
Robotic surgery for gastrointestinal and urologic conditions
This trial tests a new robotic surgery system for common operations on the colon, rectum, prostate, kidney, bladder, stomach, esophagus, gallbladder, and hiatal hernia. It may offer a less invasive option for patients who need surgery for these conditions.
Hong KongAges 18–80 - NCT07078136Recruiting
AI study for upper GI tumor diagnosis
This study uses artificial intelligence to help diagnose tumors in the upper stomach or esophagus. It looks at images from endoscopy and ultrasound to improve how doctors identify these growths.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07072143Recruiting
Study on children with rare tumors
This study is looking at children and teens with very rare tumors to learn more about these conditions and improve future care. It aims to gather information from patients treated at participating centers.
Padova, ItalyAges birth–18 years - NCT05385549RecruitingPhase 2
5-Year imatinib after GIST surgery for high-risk patients
This study looks at taking imatinib (a targeted anti-cancer pill) for 5 years after your GIST tumor has been fully removed. It is meant to lower the chance that GIST comes back in people considered “high risk.”
Seoul, SeoulAges 20 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.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for gastrointestinal stromal tumor (gist)?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 41 recruiting gastrointestinal stromal tumor (gist) 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 stromal tumor (gist) 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 stromal tumor (gist) 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.