Clinical trials
Metastasis clinical trials
Below are recruiting metastasis clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 338 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT02504788Recruiting
Protect the brain’s memory area during whole-brain radiation
This study tests whether avoiding the hippocampus (a part of the brain important for memory) during whole-brain radiotherapy can slow down thinking and memory decline. It may help some people preserve neurocognitive function while still treating brain metastases.
TaoyuanAges 18–84 - NCT02448992RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Brain radiation that avoids the memory area in lung cancer
This trial studies a “prophylactic” (preventive) type of brain radiation for people with lung cancer that has spread to nearby lymph nodes but not to the brain. It aims to lower the chance of brain metastases while protecting the hippocampus, an area linked to memory.
TaoyuanAges 18–80 - NCT05861505RecruitingPhase 3
Treatment for new liver spread from colon cancer recurrence
This Phase 3 trial studies a treatment approach for people whose colorectal cancer has come back in the liver within 12 months and can be treated with local procedures. It aims to see whether the study treatment can improve outcomes compared with standard care for people with a limited number of liver tumors.
AmsterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT04416165Recruiting
FDG versus FAPI PET scans for different cancers
This study compares two types of PET/CT scans—one that uses FDG and one that uses FAPI—to help doctors see and evaluate cancer in different situations. It may help improve how well scans detect tumors and guide care, though it requires getting both scans scheduled.
Xiamen, FujianAges 18–90 - NCT06031246RecruitingPhase 3
Lymph node surgery study for early-stage lung cancer in the upper lung
This trial tests whether a more focused lymph node removal during surgery is safe and effective for people with a small, early-stage lung cancer (non-small cell type) located in the top part of the lung (apical segment).
Shanghai, Please SelectAges 18–80 - NCT05947695Recruiting
Nurse-led comfort and survivorship care for advanced cancer
This study looks at whether a specialized nurse-led care plan soon after diagnosis/treatment helps people living with advanced (metastatic) cancer. It focuses on patients expected to do better than average based on certain prognosis factors.
West Islip, New YorkAges 21 years+ - NCT05918510Recruiting
Blood and tumor study for virus markers in throat cancer
This study looks at virus-related markers and tiny gene regulators (microRNAs) in tumor tissue from people with certain throat cancers caused by human papilloma virus (HPV). It’s observational, meaning it does not change your treatment, but results may help doctors better understand these cancers and how they behave.
RomeAges 18 years+ - NCT06093022Recruiting
Treatment options for breast cancer that has spread to the liver
This study looks at how breast cancer that has spread to the liver responds to different treatments, including surgery and medicines. The goal is to learn which approach works best for patients with this condition.
Rome, LazioAges 18 years+ - NCT06091423RecruitingPhase 2
XELOX plus fruquintinib and sintilimab for stomach cancer with liver or lymph node spread
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy (XELOX), a targeted therapy (fruquintinib), and an immunotherapy (sintilimab) to shrink stomach cancer that has spread only to the liver or retroperitoneal lymph nodes. The goal is to make the cancer removable by surgery.
NanjinAges 18–75 - NCT05689619Recruiting
Silibinin after one brain metastasis surgery for lung or breast cancer
This trial studies silibinin, a natural substance, to help prevent brain metastasis from coming back after surgery. It is for people with lung (NSCLC) or breast cancer who have exactly one small brain metastasis that is fully removed and has a specific lab marker in the brain tissue.
GenovaAges 18–70 - NCT01479608Recruiting
Liver transplant for colon or rectal cancer liver spread
This trial studies whether a liver transplant can help people with colon or rectal cancer that has spread to the liver (but not elsewhere). It aims to improve outcomes by removing the diseased liver when the cancer has responded to chemotherapy and can still be controlled.
OsloAges 18 years+ - NCT06286631Recruiting
Predicting lymph node spread in thyroid cancer with a new scale
This trial is testing a new scale to predict if thyroid cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes. It may help doctors decide on the best treatment for you.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 16–80 - NCT06598046RecruitingPhase 2
Utidelone and Capecitabine for triple-negative breast cancer brain metastases
This trial tests a combination of two chemotherapy drugs (Utidelone and Capecitabine) for people with triple-negative breast cancer that has spread to the brain. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink or control the brain tumors.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18 years+ - NCT03685890RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing nivolumab for melanoma spread to the limb skin
This trial studies nivolumab, an immune medicine, for melanoma that has spread to the skin along a limb (called in-transit metastases). It’s given after a procedure that delivers higher treatment levels to the affected limb, with the goal of shrinking the melanoma and improving outcomes.
AmsterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT06399926Recruiting
Pemetrexed via Ommaya for lung cancer in brain lining
This study tests whether a drug called pemetrexed, given directly into the fluid around your brain through a small implanted device, is safe and effective for treating lung cancer that has spread to the lining of the brain. It is for people whose cancer has a specific genetic change (EGFR, ALK, or ROS1) and who have already tried standard targeted pills that no longer control their disease.
Changsha, HunanAges 18 years+ - NCT05584267RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus targeted brain radiation for lung cancer
This Phase 2 trial studies whether giving immunotherapy along with a precise form of brain radiation can control brain metastases from non-small cell lung cancer. It may help by shrinking or stabilizing spots in the brain while your body’s immune system is also activated.
Changsha, HunanAges 18 years+ - NCT03349762Recruiting
Huaier granules to help prevent colorectal cancer coming back
This study tests whether Huaier granules after surgery can lower the chance that colorectal cancer returns or spreads. It is for people who have recently had “radical” (complete) surgery for certain stages of colorectal cancer and are within about 2 months of that surgery.
Shijiazhuang, HebeiAges 18–75 - NCT04678583Recruiting
Surgery plan for RAS-mutant colon cancer liver metastases
This trial studies an approach to surgically removing liver metastases from colon (or rectal) cancer that has an RAS gene mutation (KRAS or NRAS). If you qualify, you would be evaluated for whether a “complete” (R0) liver operation is planned and technically possible, aiming to improve cancer control by how the liver is cut.
Mannheim, Baden-WurttembergAges 18 years+ - NCT07824791Recruiting
Predicting return of Crohn's disease after bowel surgery
This study looks at what happens to people with Crohn's disease after they have surgery to remove a diseased part of their intestine. The goal is to find patterns or signs that might help predict whether the disease will come back, which could help doctors plan better follow-up care.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT05352178RecruitingPhase 3
Targeted treatment for few-spread prostate cancer spots
This Phase 3 trial tests whether treating only a small number of prostate cancer metastases can help people with “oligorecurrent” (limited repeat) prostate cancer. It may reduce cancer activity while avoiding broader whole-body treatment for some patients.
LeuvenAges 18 years+ - NCT07815834RecruitingPhase 3
FAPI-guided radiation with cadonilimab and chemo for colorectal cancer spread to the abdomen
This trial tests a new combination treatment for colorectal cancer that has spread only to the lining of the abdomen (peritoneum). It combines targeted radiation, an immunotherapy drug called cadonilimab, and standard chemotherapy to see if it can help control the disease better than current options.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06244264Recruiting
Using your own blood during spine surgery for lung cancer
This study tests the safety and effectiveness of using your own blood (collected before surgery) during spine surgery for lung cancer that has spread to the backbone. It may help people whose spine is unstable or causing nerve problems.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06383780RecruitingPhase 3
Tislelizumab plus chemo for nasopharyngeal cancer with bone spread
This trial tests a combination of the immunotherapy drug tislelizumab with chemotherapy for people whose nasopharyngeal cancer has spread to the bones. It may be an option if you have not had prior treatment for advanced disease.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07793500RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Nebulized drug for lung metastases from solid tumors
This study tests a new drug given as a mist you breathe in, for people whose cancer has spread to the lungs. The goal is to see if it can shrink tumors or slow their growth.
BeijingAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for metastasis?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 338 recruiting metastasis 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 metastasis 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 metastasis 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.