Clinical trials
Induction Chemotherapy clinical trials
Below are recruiting induction chemotherapy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 73 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06682442Recruiting
Chemotherapy-guided radiation for EBV-related nasopharyngeal cancer
This trial tests whether the response to initial chemotherapy can guide the dose of radiation given to patients with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)-associated nasopharyngeal cancer. The goal is to tailor treatment to reduce side effects while still being effective.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06687772RecruitingPhase 2
Preventing brain relapse in high-risk lymphoma with stem cell transplant
This trial tests if high doses of chemotherapy (thiotepa and carmustine) followed by a stem cell transplant from your own cells can prevent lymphoma from coming back in the brain or spinal cord. It's for people with aggressive lymphoma that has a higher risk of spreading to the central nervous system.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–75 - NCT06737822RecruitingPhase 3
Surgery first vs chemo then surgery for oral cancer
This trial compares two approaches for treating oral cancer: having surgery right away or having chemotherapy first followed by surgery. It aims to find which sequence leads to better outcomes for patients.
Bhubaneswar, OdishaAges 18–75 - NCT06782542RecruitingPhase 2
A new drug combo for newly diagnosed AML with IDH1 mutation
This trial tests a combination of olutasidenib, venetoclax, and azacitidine for people with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has an IDH1 mutation. It is for patients who are healthy enough for intensive chemotherapy. The goal is to see if this drug combination works better than standard treatment.
Miami, FloridaAges 18–75 - NCT07260526Recruiting
Chemo and radiation for low rectal cancer, aiming to avoid surgery
This trial tests whether people with early- to intermediate-stage low rectal cancer can avoid surgery if their tumor responds well to a full course of chemotherapy and radiation. It starts with brief chemotherapy, then adjusts treatment based on how much the tumor shrinks.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–80 - NCT07328854RecruitingPhase 3
Lower versus standard radiation in stage II nasopharyngeal cancer
This trial compares a lower dose of radiation (40.2 Gy) to the standard dose (49.2 Gy) for patients with stage II nasopharyngeal carcinoma that has shrunk after initial chemoimmunotherapy. The goal is to see if the lower dose works just as well while potentially causing fewer side effects.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT02290145RecruitingPhase 2
Study of Cyclin D1–targeted chemotherapy before oral cancer surgery
This Phase 2 trial tests a chemotherapy plan given first (before surgery) for people with oral squamous cell carcinoma that has specific cancer markers and lymph node involvement. It aims to shrink or control the cancer so treatment after may work better.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT04747912RecruitingPhase 2
Chemotherapy-free early treatment for Ph+ ALL using inotuzumab
This Phase 2 trial tests a treatment strategy for newly diagnosed Ph+ B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) that avoids traditional chemotherapy during the early “induction” phase, using inotuzumab ozogamicin instead. If it works, it could help control the leukemia while reducing exposure to chemotherapy early on.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT04628026RecruitingPhase 3
Venetoclax plus chemotherapy for new AML or high-risk MDS
This trial tests adding venetoclax to standard chemotherapy to help people with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or high-risk MDS (MDS-EB-2) live longer and reduce cancer activity. You may benefit if you’re eligible for intensive chemotherapy and meet specific blood, organ, and treatment timing requirements.
InnsbruckAges 18–75 - NCT07358676RecruitingPhase 2
Study of bemotuzumab plus chemo and anlotinib for advanced small cell lung cancer
This trial tests a combination of the targeted drug bemotuzumab, chemotherapy, and anlotinib (which blocks blood vessel growth) followed by radiation therapy for people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer who haven't had treatment yet. The goal is to see if this approach helps control the cancer.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07061977RecruitingPhase 3
New cancer drug combo for advanced cervical cancer
This trial tests if giving the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab before and after standard chemoradiation works better than the standard approach for people with high-risk cervical cancer that has spread locally.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06176885RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus chemo and targeted therapy for MSS colorectal cancer
This trial tests adding immunotherapy to standard chemotherapy and targeted therapy for people with metastatic colorectal cancer that is MSS (microsatellite stable) and cannot be removed with surgery. It aims to see if this combination helps shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Jinhua, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT05515315RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus chemo then chemoradiation for esophageal cancer
This Phase 2 study tests whether adding tislelizumab (an immunotherapy drug) to chemotherapy before a combined course of chemotherapy and radiation can better treat locally advanced, non-surgable esophageal squamous cell cancer. It’s for adults who cannot have surgery and may help shrink the cancer and improve control of the disease.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18–70 - NCT07073365RecruitingPhase 2
Adding local therapy after osimertinib plus chemo for EGFR lung cancer
This trial tests whether directly treating the remaining lung tumor with surgery or radiation, after initial chemo and osimertinib, can improve outcomes for people with advanced EGFR-mutant non-small cell lung cancer.
BusanAges 20 years+ - NCT07092696RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy and chemoradiation for cervical cancer
This study tests whether combining immunotherapy with chemotherapy, followed by radiation plus immunotherapy, can work better than standard treatment for cervical cancer. It aims to help patients whose cancer has not spread yet.
TianjinAges 18–75 - NCT06494943RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of IBI110 and Sintilimab with Chemo for Head and Neck Cancer
This trial tests a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (IBI110 and sintilimab) with chemotherapy before surgery for people with advanced head and neck cancer that can be removed surgically. The goal is to see if this approach helps shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT05255302RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Shorter immune maintenance for stage IV lung cancer after initial treatment
This trial tests whether giving immune therapy maintenance for a shorter time helps people with stage IV non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who are doing well after initial chemo-immunotherapy. It aims to keep the cancer controlled while possibly reducing treatment exposure and side effects.
Aix-en-ProvenceAges 18–74 - NCT07059156RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Chemotherapy and transplant for adult ALL
This trial is testing a combination of chemotherapy and stem cell transplant for adults with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). It aims to find the best way to treat ALL and improve survival. If you are diagnosed with ALL and are between 18 and 60 years old, you may be a candidate.
Taiyuan, ShanxiAges 18–60 - NCT06912074RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing shorter vs. longer radiation after chemo-immunotherapy for esophageal cancer
This trial tests if a shorter course of radiation is as effective as the standard longer course after initial chemotherapy plus immunotherapy in people with advanced esophageal cancer that cannot be surgically removed.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–80 - NCT06463717Recruiting
Stem cell transplant timing for multiple myeloma with no cancer cells left
This trial looks at people with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma who have no detectable cancer cells after initial treatment. It aims to see if these patients can do well without a stem cell transplant or with a delayed one, reducing unnecessary side effects.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–70 - NCT05766800RecruitingPhase 2
PD-1 plus chemotherapy before surgery for advanced lung cancer
This trial studies whether giving a PD-1 antibody together with standard chemotherapy before surgery can improve outcomes for people with stage IIIB–IIIC non-small cell lung cancer. It aims to shrink or control the cancer and make treatment before surgery more effective.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT06534489Recruiting
Surgery for lung cancer after chemo or targeted therapy
This trial tests whether combining chemo or targeted therapy before surgery can help people with non-small cell lung cancer that may require removing a whole lung. We want to see if this approach makes the surgery safer and more effective.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT04215731RecruitingPhase 3
Chemo plus targeted drug before surgery for high-risk rectal cancer
This trial tests giving chemotherapy (mFOLFOXIRI) plus bevacizumab before surgery for rectal cancer that has higher-risk features. It aims to shrink or control the cancer early to improve outcomes after treatment.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT07742332RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted therapy before surgery for EGFR-mutant lung cancer
This trial tests a combination of two targeted medicines (befotertinib and bevacizumab) before surgery for people with EGFR-mutant non-small cell lung cancer that cannot be removed right away. The goal is to see if this treatment can shrink the tumor and improve surgery outcomes.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for induction chemotherapy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 73 recruiting induction chemotherapy 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 induction chemotherapy 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 induction chemotherapy 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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