Clinical trials
Locally Advanced clinical trials
Below are recruiting locally advanced clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 971 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06802666RecruitingPhase 2
Short radiation plus combo drugs for rectal cancer
This trial tests a new combination for rectal cancer that hasn't spread far: a short course of radiation followed by two drugs (AK112 and CAPOX). The goal is to shrink the tumor before surgery and possibly avoid more aggressive treatments.
HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT06276686RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Exercise With Chemoradiotherapy for Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer
This study tests whether adding regular exercise during your standard chemoradiotherapy can help the treatment work better for people with locally advanced rectal cancer. It is designed for patients who have already been offered this type of therapy before surgery.
Cottingham, East YorkshireAges 18 years+ - NCT07438106RecruitingPhase 2
HRS-4642 with chemo to shrink pancreatic cancer before surgery
This trial tests a new drug, HRS-4642, combined with a two-drug chemotherapy (nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine) for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that has not spread. The goal is to shrink the tumor enough so it can be surgically removed.
NanjingAges 18–75 - NCT06840665RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation plus immunotherapy and chemo for rectal cancer
This trial combines a special type of radiation (MRI-guided adaptive radiotherapy) with an immunotherapy drug (PD-1 antibody) and chemotherapy (CAPOX) for locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal is to see if this combination can improve treatment outcomes.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07372300RecruitingPhase 3
Heat therapy plus standard care for advanced rectal cancer
This trial tests whether adding modulated electro-hyperthermia (a gentle heat treatment) to standard therapy (radiation and chemotherapy) before surgery helps control locally advanced rectal cancer. It is for people whose cancer has not spread to other parts of the body.
Chiayi City, Dalin TownshipAges 20 years+ - NCT07338487RecruitingPhase 1
Nanocrystalline megestrol acetate with chemoradiation for advanced cervical cancer
This trial tests a newer form of megestrol acetate (a medication that can help with appetite and weight) given alongside standard chemotherapy and radiation for locally advanced cervical cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The study aims to see if this combination is safe and effective.
Changsha, HunanAges 18 years+ - NCT05653453RecruitingPhase 3
Tumor treatment device plus chemo for locally advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests whether a home-wearable tumor-treating device (Tumor Treating Fields) combined with gemcitabine and albumin-bound paclitaxel works better as first treatment for locally advanced pancreatic cancer. It may help by targeting cancer cells while also using standard chemotherapy.
Harbin, HeilongjiangAges 18–75 - NCT07269249Recruiting
Dostarlimab before surgery for advanced rectal cancer
This study looks at how well the immunotherapy drug dostarlimab works before surgery in patients with a specific type of advanced rectal cancer that has DNA repair problems (called dMMR/MSI-H). The goal is to see if it is safe and effective in the real world.
NaplesAges 18 years+ - NCT05646511RecruitingPhase 3
New chemotherapy timing tests for locally advanced rectal cancer
This Phase 3 trial compares two chemotherapy combinations given with surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer. It aims to find out which approach works better and is safer for shrinking and controlling the cancer before or around the time of treatment.
ChibaAges 18 years+ - NCT06924619RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation before surgery for advanced thymoma
This trial tests giving radiation therapy before surgery for a type of thymus gland tumor (thymoma) that has grown into nearby tissues but has not been treated yet. The goal is to see if this approach can make the tumor removable and improve outcomes.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT06944587Recruiting
Personalized care for advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial is testing a new way to treat pancreatic cancer that has spread to nearby tissues but not to distant organs. It uses a tailored plan that may include chemotherapy and possibly surgery. The goal is to see if this personalized approach helps people live longer and better.
Bergen, NorwayAges 18 years+ - NCT04276857Recruiting
Chemo plus a local treatment for locally advanced pancreatic cancer
This study looks at how well combining standard chemo with a targeted local treatment works for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer. It may help control the cancer in the area of origin and improve outcomes compared with chemo alone.
Regina, SaskatchewanAges Any age - NCT07101679RecruitingPhase 2
Study of radiation, chemo, and immunotherapy for advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy (GnP), an immunotherapy drug (serplulimab), and targeted radiation (SBRT) as a first treatment for locally advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if this triple therapy can shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–75 - NCT06156514RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing chemo drugs with radiation for advanced cervical cancer
This trial compares two chemotherapy drugs (cisplatin vs. gemcitabine) given together with radiation therapy for locally advanced cervical cancer. The goal is to see which is more effective and has fewer side effects.
Mexico City, Mexico CityAges 18 years+ - NCT07040098RecruitingPhase 2
Optimizing immunotherapy with chemo-radiation for rectal cancer
This trial tests combining immunotherapy with standard chemotherapy and radiation before surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer. It aims to see if this approach can improve outcomes for patients whose tumors have certain genetic features (pMMR or MSS).
BeijingAges 18–75 - NCT06761287Recruiting
Choosing surgery after chemo for advanced rectal cancer
This study looks at patients with advanced rectal cancer who had treatment (chemotherapy or radiation) before surgery. They want to see if it's safe to avoid surgery in those who had a good response to initial treatment.
BrusselsAges 18 years+ - NCT06958328RecruitingPhase 3
Higher dose radiation for locally advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests whether giving a higher dose of radiation to the pancreas is safe and effective for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer who have already had chemotherapy without progression.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06940388RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus standard treatment for rectal cancer
This trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug tislelizumab to standard total neoadjuvant treatment (chemotherapy and radiation before surgery) can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal is to see if the combination helps shrink the tumor more than standard treatment alone.
MainzAges 18 years+ - NCT06931808Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Fecal transplant with chemo, radiation, and immunotherapy for advanced colon cancer
This study tests a combination of fecal microbiota transplant, chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy (sintilimab) for people with locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal is to see if this approach improves treatment outcomes.
Ningbo, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT06881043Recruiting
Robotic surgery tool for advanced stomach cancer
This trial tests a robotic surgical tool that seals blood vessels in advanced stomach cancer. It aims to see if the tool works safely and effectively during robot-assisted surgery.
Changchun, JilinAges 18–75 - NCT06861452RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new drug after chemo for advanced pancreatic cancer
This study tests an investigational drug (RR001) given after chemotherapy for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that hasn't spread. It aims to see if the new treatment is safe and may help shrink tumors that can be reached with a needle injection.
Modena, ItalyAges 18 years+ - NCT06864013RecruitingPhase 2
Short course radiation with chemo and immunotherapy for rectal cancer
This trial tests a combination of short course radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and two immunotherapy drugs for people with a specific type of rectal cancer that is locally advanced but can still be removed by surgery. It may offer a more effective treatment option for those with mismatch repair proficient (pMMR) or microsatellite stable (MSS) tumors.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT06850623RecruitingPhase 2
Sound wave therapy plus chemo for advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a new treatment that uses sound waves to help chemotherapy reach pancreatic tumors more effectively. It is for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed with surgery.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06846268RecruitingPhase 2
New drug combo before surgery for colorectal cancer
This trial tests two immunotherapy drugs (ADG126 and pembrolizumab) given before surgery for locally advanced colorectal cancer that hasn't spread. It aims to shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
SingaporeAges 21 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for locally advanced?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 971 recruiting locally advanced 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 locally advanced 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 locally advanced 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.