Clinical trials
Metastatic Colorectal Cancer clinical trials
Below are recruiting metastatic colorectal cancer clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 546 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04929223RecruitingPhase 1
Targeted drug study for metastatic colon or rectal cancer
This Phase 1 study tests targeted cancer treatments in people with metastatic colorectal cancer, using genetic “biomarker” results to match you to the right treatment group. It focuses first on safety, and also looks for early signs the treatment may work in specific tumor subgroups.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT04907643Recruiting
Virtual reality program to reduce stomach-cancer pain
This trial tests whether virtual reality (VR) can improve pain and other day-to-day symptoms in people with certain gastrointestinal cancers. You’d use VR for pain relief while researchers measure how you’re feeling.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–99 - NCT04912765RecruitingPhase 2
New immune vaccine plus nivolumab for liver cancer
This trial studies whether an individualized “neoantigen” cancer vaccine given to immune cells (dendritic cells) plus nivolumab can improve outcomes in people with liver cancer and/or colorectal cancer that has spread only to the liver. It focuses on tumors that can be removed with curative surgery (with or without local ablation) and on people with good enough liver and overall health.
SingaporeAges 21 years+ - NCT04796818Recruiting
MRI scan to track response in colorectal liver metastases
This study uses a special MRI scan to see how colorectal cancer in the liver responds to planned chemotherapy before and after surgery. It may help doctors better measure treatment success and plan care.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04771520RecruitingPhase 2
Avapritinib for tumors with specific KIT or PDGFRA changes
This Phase 2 trial studies avapritinib, a targeted medicine, for people whose cancer has specific KIT or PDGFRA genetic changes. It may help shrink or slow growth of certain advanced cancers, including some brain tumors, when standard treatments have not worked or for specific glioblastoma cases.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04693377Recruiting
Freezing tumor treatment plus targeted radiation for painful bone spread
This study tests whether combining a “freezing” procedure (cryoablation) with focused external radiation (SBRT) can reduce pain from bone metastases. It’s for people with certain cancers that have spread to bone and are having significant pain in a specific bone spot.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04689347RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
New chemotherapy and targeted drug for a specific colon cancer type
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy (5-FU/LV, irinotecan, and temozolomide) plus bevacizumab in metastatic colon or rectal cancer. It focuses on tumors with an “MGMT silenced” pattern (MGMT gene turned off), which may make some cancers more responsive to these medicines.
Milan, MilanAges 18–75 - NCT04657068RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of ART0380 for advanced solid tumors
This study tests a new drug called ART0380 for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. It may be especially helpful for those with certain DNA repair gene changes (like ATM or BRCA). The drug will be given alone or with chemotherapy (gemcitabine or irinotecan) depending on the part of the trial.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT04585750RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Studying a new drug for cancers with a specific TP53 change
This trial tests a new drug (rezatapopt) for people with advanced cancers that have a specific change in the TP53 gene, called Y220C. The drug is designed to target this change and may slow or stop cancer growth. Some participants may also receive an immunotherapy drug called pembrolizumab (Keytruda).
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 12 years+ - NCT04511039RecruitingPhase 1
New targeted pill combo for advanced colon or stomach cancers
This Phase 1 trial tests a combination of oral (swallowed) drugs—trifluridine/tipiracil plus talazoparib—in people with advanced (locally advanced or metastatic) colorectal or gastroesophageal adenocarcinoma. It’s designed to see how well the treatment can control cancer and to better understand side effects and dosing.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT04589468Recruiting
Exercise for cancer survivors at high risk
This study tests whether a structured exercise program can help prevent cancer from coming back in people who have been treated for certain solid tumors (colorectal, ovarian, lung, or breast cancer). If you've completed surgery and adjuvant therapy within the past 2 years and are currently not exercising much, you may be eligible. Participation involves following an exercise plan and regular check-ins.
Durate, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04329494RecruitingPhase 1
Study of targeted drug delivery into the abdomen using PIPAC
This Phase 1 trial tests PIPAC, a way to deliver anti-cancer medicine directly into the abdomen using a minimally invasive procedure. It is for people with peritoneal spread from certain cancers to see whether this approach is safe and potentially helpful.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04221893Recruiting
Radiation therapy for metastatic gastrointestinal cancers
This trial tests whether adding radiation therapy to your current immunotherapy can help control cancer that has spread in the digestive system. It aims to improve symptoms and possibly slow the cancer's growth.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03965234RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Lung infusion for colorectal cancer that has spread to the lungs
This trial tests a procedure where chemotherapy is delivered directly into the lungs during surgery to remove or destroy lung tumors. It aims to reduce the chance of cancer returning after surgery for people with colorectal cancer that has spread to the lungs.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT03998202Recruiting
Study of chemotherapy side effects in older colorectal cancer patients
This study looks at how chemotherapy and immunotherapy affect the body in older adults with colorectal cancer, especially early side effects. It may help researchers understand why some people lose strength and how to better predict and manage treatment toxicity.
Millville, DelawareAges 60 years+ - NCT03823144Recruiting
Imaging small live tumor details during surgery
This study uses a special camera to look at solid tumors from inside the body during an operation. It tests whether “live” tumor imaging (using a medicine called fluorescein) can be safely performed in people with certain solid cancers.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT01762813Recruiting
Study of blood/tissue markers in colorectal cancer surgery patients
This study looks at colorectal cancer patients who are planning curative surgery and collects related outcomes and lab “biomarker” information to better understand the disease. Your participation may help researchers connect test results to treatment results over time.
StavangerAges 18 years+ - NCT01365169Recruiting
How activity level and daily function relate to cancer survival
This study looks at how physical activity (movement during the day) and a clinician-rated “day-to-day function” score relate to overall survival in people with certain cancers. It may help doctors understand who benefits most from activity-focused care and better monitoring.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT01174121RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy made from your tumor-fighting immune cells
This trial tests a treatment made from your own immune cells (called tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes, or TILs) for certain metastatic cancers. It’s designed for people whose cancer has not responded to standard treatments and who can safely provide a small tumor sample for cell-making.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–72 - NCT06446050RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Modified stem cells for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new treatment using special stem cells (modified to boost your immune system) for people with advanced colorectal cancer. It is for patients who are 18 or younger and whose cancer has not responded to or cannot be treated with standard therapies.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07805551RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
HDM2017 combination therapy for advanced colorectal cancer
This study tests a new drug called HDM2017 in combination with other treatments for advanced colorectal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread. The goal is to see if this combination can help shrink tumors or slow the disease.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07702032RecruitingPhase 3
Study of petosemtamab plus chemo for left-sided colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new drug (petosemtamab) plus standard chemo to see if it works better than the current standard (cetuximab plus chemo) for people with advanced left-sided colorectal cancer that has not been treated yet. It is for patients whose cancer cells have no RAS or BRAF mutations.
Hot Springs, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07371832Recruiting
Comparing smart staplers with standard staplers in colorectal cancer surgery
This study tests a new, computer-assisted stapler against the usual stapler used during surgery to remove colorectal cancer. The goal is to see if the new stapler works better at safely joining the bowel back together after the cancer is removed.
Hyderabad, TelanganaAges 18–85 - NCT06783244Recruiting
Low vs standard belly pressure for robot colorectal cancer surgery
This trial is testing whether using lower air pressure inside the belly during robot-assisted colorectal cancer surgery helps patients recover better compared to the standard pressure. It aims to find a gentler approach that might reduce pain and improve recovery.
Copenhagen NVAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for metastatic colorectal cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 546 recruiting metastatic colorectal cancer 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 metastatic colorectal cancer 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 metastatic colorectal cancer 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.
Related conditions
- Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (CRC)
- Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (mCRC)
- Unresectable Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
- Colorectal Cancer (Locally Advanced or Metastatic)
- Refractory Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
- MSS Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
- Microsatellite Stable Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
- Non-metastatic Colorectal Cancer
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.