Clinical trials
Metastases clinical trials
Below are recruiting metastases clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 452 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05248581Recruiting
Living donor liver transplant for unresectable colon cancer spread
This trial looks at using a living donor liver transplant for people whose colon or rectal cancer has spread to the liver in a way that can’t be removed with standard surgery. It may help if you might otherwise have limited options because your liver surgery would be too risky.
Rochester, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05027711RecruitingPhase 2
MRI-guided precise radiation for liver metastases
This Phase 2 trial tests an MRI-guided, highly targeted radiation treatment (SBRT) for tumors that have spread to the liver. It may help shrink 1–3 liver metastases while using imaging to better guide treatment.
HeidelbergAges 18 years+ - NCT04802603Recruiting
Focused spine radiation for limited spread to the spine
This trial tests a stronger, carefully measured form of radiation aimed at a small number of spots where cancer has spread to the spine. It may help control pain and tumor growth while protecting the spinal cord.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT04560036Recruiting
FAZA PET/MR scan for stomach and esophagus cancer
This study uses a special PET/MR scan (FAZA with imaging) to better understand stomach and esophagus cancer. You may be able to join if you have eligible cancer and can safely complete the scan.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT05428735Recruiting
Liver-first treatment study for colorectal cancer spread to liver
This trial studies a “liver-first” approach for colorectal cancer that has spread mainly to the liver, to see if it can help more people have the tumor(s) removed or treated. You may be eligible if your liver involvement is too extensive for immediate surgery but could become treatable after a specific plan.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT05354570RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation for thymic cancer that has spread to lung lining
This Phase 2 study tests a precise type of chest radiation that targets cancer in the lung lining (pleura) while trying to protect healthy lungs and organs. It may help people with thymic cancer that has spread to the pleura, including cases that return after prior treatment.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18–79 - NCT06815289Recruiting
MR-guided radiation for hard-to-treat central lung tumors
This trial tests a specialized radiation therapy that uses daily MRI scans to precisely target lung tumors located near the windpipe or esophagus. It aims to improve treatment accuracy while reducing side effects.
ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT06418594RecruitingPhase 2
Drug combo for HER2-negative breast cancer brain metastasis
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (adebrelimab and apatinib) plus chemotherapy for women with HER2-negative breast cancer that has spread to the brain. It aims to see if this treatment can help shrink or control brain tumors.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06083896RecruitingPhase 1
Pelvic bone cancer treatment with light-activated nails
This trial tests a new way to treat cancer that has spread to the pelvic bone. It uses a special nail that is activated by light to help stabilize the bone and reduce pain, while also improving your ability to move around after surgery.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06801665RecruitingPhase 2
Fecal transplant plus immunotherapy and chemotherapy for colon cancer with liver spread
This trial tests a combination of fecal microbiota transplant (FMT), an immunotherapy drug (QL1706), a targeted therapy (bevacizumab), and chemotherapy (XELOX) as a first treatment for advanced colon cancer that has spread to the liver. The goal is to see if this mix can help shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
ChangzhouAges 18–75 - NCT07488507Recruiting
Combined biopsy for lung cancer spread in the chest
This trial tests a new way to take tissue samples from suspicious spots in the chest (mediastinum) in people with lung cancer. It aims to see if combining two biopsy methods is safer and more accurate than one alone.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06690528RecruitingPhase 2
Surgery vs. palliative care for pancreatic cancer with limited liver spread
This trial compares surgery to remove the primary tumor and up to 3 liver spots against standard palliative care for people with pancreatic cancer that has spread only to the liver (up to 3 spots). It is for those whose cancer has not grown after initial chemotherapy and who are healthy enough for surgery.
Padova, ItalyAges 18–75 - NCT06738160RecruitingPhase 2
Combination therapy for bone metastases from advanced lung cancer
This trial tests adding a new drug (narlumosbart) and targeted radiation to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to the bones. The goal is to see if this combination works better than standard treatment alone.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT07087197RecruitingPhase 1
Study of SKB107 for advanced cancer with bone tumors
This trial tests a new drug, SKB107, for people whose advanced cancer has spread to the bones and standard treatments no longer work. The goal is to see if SKB107 can help shrink or slow these bone tumors.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT06638502RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing HRX215 for liver recovery after surgery
This trial tests a drug called HRX215 to see if it is safe and helps the liver recover after surgery to remove colon cancer tumors that have spread to the liver. It is for people who are having either a minor or major liver resection and have a low risk of liver failure.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–75 - NCT05150145Recruiting
Radiation versus observation for liver spread of small cell lung cancer
This trial compares giving liver-directed radiation to watching closely without radiation. It is for people with small cell lung cancer that has spread to the liver, to see whether radiation helps control the disease.
Guiyang, GuizhouAges 18–70 - NCT05909618RecruitingPhase 2
Crizanlizumab with nivolumab for brain-spread melanoma or glioblastoma
This Phase 2 study tests crizanlizumab alone or with nivolumab to treat people with certain brain tumors that have spread to the brain (melanoma) or glioblastoma. The goal is to see whether this approach can control the disease and improve outcomes.
Ramat Gan, IsraelAges 18 years+ - NCT06362395RecruitingPhase 3
Very high single-dose radiation for liver tumors using MRI guidance
This trial tests a very high, single dose of radiation guided by MRI to destroy liver tumors that have spread from certain cancers. It may be a good option if you have 1 to 3 liver tumors that are away from sensitive organs and your liver is working well.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07544784RecruitingPhase 2
AK104 plus radiation for colorectal cancer spread to liver
This study tests a new immunotherapy drug called AK104 combined with radiation therapy and standard chemotherapy for colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver. The goal is to see if adding AK104 and targeted radiation improves treatment outcomes compared to standard therapy alone.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT05800223RecruitingPhase 3
Armatinib with or without brain radiation for EGFR lung cancer
This study tests whether armatinib alone or combined with focused brain radiation (SRT) can control brain metastases from EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer. It aims to improve outcomes for people with few, mostly low-symptom brain spots.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07136428RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Asciminib for HER2+ breast cancer that has spread to the brain
This trial tests the drug asciminib for people with HER2-positive breast cancer that has spread to the brain and is growing. It may be an option if you have already tried standard treatments like T-DXd and tucatinib.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07517419Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Pressurized chemotherapy for gastric cancer spread in abdomen
This trial tests a specialized chemotherapy delivery method called PIPAC—where chemotherapy is sprayed directly into the abdomen under pressure—for patients with gastric cancer that has spread to the abdominal lining. The goal is to deliver stronger doses of chemotherapy directly to where the cancer is, potentially helping patients who aren't candidates for major surgery.
Hong KongAges 18–80 - NCT05656794RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation after treatment for prostate cancer that has spread
This trial studies whether adding a targeted course of radiation to the prostate area after initial systemic treatment can improve outcomes for people with metastatic prostate cancer. It may help control the cancer by treating remaining disease after medicines have started working.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–100 - NCT06978296Recruiting
HIMARS: Stereotactic radiation for prostate cancer spread
This trial tests adding targeted radiation (SRT) to bone or lymph node metastases in men with prostate cancer that has continued to grow despite hormone therapy, chemo, or other treatments. The goal is to see if radiation can help control the disease and improve outcomes.
Saint-HerblainAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for metastases?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 452 recruiting metastases 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 metastases 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 metastases 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.