Clinical trials
Metastatic Skin Squamous Cell Carcinoma clinical trials
Below are recruiting metastatic skin squamous cell carcinoma clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 285 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05319730RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing new drugs, with or without pembrolizumab, for advanced esophageal cancer
This trial studies investigational cancer medicines, either alone or along with pembrolizumab, for people with advanced esophageal squamous cell cancer whose cancer has grown despite prior immune and platinum-based treatment. It may offer a new option after standard therapy has not worked.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06465069RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new drug for advanced bladder and other solid tumors
This study tests a new drug (LY4052031) for people with several types of advanced solid tumors, especially bladder cancer. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective when given alone or after other treatments have stopped working.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06778863RecruitingPhase 1
A study of CLSP-1025 for adults with certain solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called CLSP-1025 for people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific change in the p53 gene (R175H). The drug targets this change to help fight the cancer.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05507411RecruitingPhase 2
Watch-and-wait after chemo-radiation plus immunotherapy for esophagus cancer
This Phase 2 study tests whether adding an immunotherapy drug (camrelizumab) to standard chemo-radiation can help some people with operable esophagus cancer avoid immediate surgery, using a “watch and wait” approach. If it works, it may reduce the need for early surgery for carefully selected patients.
Hanzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT06190639RecruitingPhase 2
Sintilimab after surgery for node-positive esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether giving the immunotherapy drug Sintilimab after surgery can help prevent esophageal cancer from coming back. It is for people whose cancer had spread to lymph nodes and who have already had their tumor removed.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT07863141RecruitingPhase 2
Maintenance therapy after first-line chemoimmunotherapy for advanced esophageal cancer
This study compares two maintenance treatments after initial chemotherapy plus immunotherapy for advanced esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. The goal is to see if adding anlotinib, a targeted drug that blocks blood vessel growth to tumors, to a PD-1 inhibitor is more effective than the PD-1 inhibitor alone.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06385730RecruitingPhase 2
PD-1 blocker before surgery for elderly esophageal cancer
This trial tests a drug (PD-1 blocker) given before surgery for people over 75 with esophageal cancer. The goal is to see if it helps shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 76 years+ - NCT06272214RecruitingPhase 2
Adjuvant radiotherapy for esophageal cancer after immunotherapy
This trial tests if adding radiation therapy after surgery improves outcomes for people with esophageal squamous cell cancer who received immunotherapy and chemotherapy before surgery but did not achieve a complete response. It aims to see if this approach can lower the chance of the cancer coming back.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT06718205RecruitingPhase 2
Nimotuzumab plus immunotherapy and chemo for esophageal cancer
This study tests a new combination of drugs for advanced esophageal cancer. It adds an antibody (nimotuzumab) and an immunotherapy (sintilimab) to standard chemotherapy, aiming to improve how well treatment works.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–75 - NCT07501650RecruitingPhase 1
Pembrolizumab plus ultrasound bubbles for head and neck cancer
This trial combines the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) with a special ultrasound technique that uses tiny bubbles to make the treatment work better. It is for people with HPV-negative head and neck cancer that has come back or spread to other parts of the body.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04857164RecruitingPhase 2
Pembrolizumab plus chemotherapy for recurrent or metastatic throat cancer
This trial tests whether pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) combined with chemotherapy works better as a first treatment for recurrent or metastatic head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) in the oral/throat area. It aims to improve cancer control and help people live longer with fewer side effects than standard care.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07457528RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo, radiation, and immune therapy before surgery for esophageal cancer
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy, radiation, and two targeted drugs (serplulimab and nimotuzumab) given before surgery for a certain type of esophageal cancer. It aims to see if this approach can safely improve outcomes.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07437898RecruitingPhase 2
Adebrelimab plus chemo before surgery for esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether adding a new immunotherapy drug (adebrelimab) to standard chemotherapy, given before surgery, helps shrink esophageal cancer tumors and improves outcomes. It is for people with a specific type of esophageal cancer that has not spread widely.
Putian, FujianAges 18–75 - NCT07403136RecruitingPhase 2
Testing Becotatug Vedotin ± Immunotherapy for advanced esophageal cancer
This trial tests a new targeted drug (Becotatug Vedotin) given either alone or with an immunotherapy drug for people with advanced esophageal squamous cell cancer that has EGFR protein on their tumor cells. The goal is to see if this combination can help when standard treatments have stopped working.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT07264075RecruitingPhase 3
Ivonescimab with or without ligufalimab vs pembrolizumab for head and neck cancer
This trial tests a new immunotherapy combination (ivonescimab alone or with ligufalimab) against the standard immunotherapy pembrolizumab (Keytruda) for people with head and neck cancer that has come back or spread. It may be an option if you have not had any prior immunotherapy and your tumor is PD-L1 positive.
Le HavreAges 18–80 - NCT07088211RecruitingPhase 2
New drug combo for first-line head and neck cancer
This trial tests a new drug combination (sacituzumab tirumotecan and toripalimab) as a first treatment for people with advanced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma that cannot be removed with surgery. The goal is to see if this treatment shrinks tumors and improves outcomes.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07090317RecruitingPhase 2
Testing Two Immunotherapy Drugs for Advanced Head and Neck Cancer
This trial tests two new immunotherapy drugs, iparomlimab and tuvonralimab, for people with head and neck squamous cell cancer that has spread or come back after at least 2 prior treatments. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink or slow the cancer.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06494995RecruitingPhase 2
AK104 and low-dose radiation for advanced head and neck cancer
This trial tests a new immunotherapy drug called AK104 (cadonilimab) combined with low-dose radiation for people with head and neck or nasopharyngeal cancer that has come back or spread and no longer responds to first treatment. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink tumors or stop them from growing.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06005324RecruitingPhase 1
Personalized treatment for advanced head and neck cancer
This trial tests a custom treatment plan for people with advanced head and neck cancer that is not caused by HPV. It combines radiation and chemotherapy with a targeted drug called cetuximab, adjusted based on your tumor's characteristics.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06768125Enrolling by invitation
Shorter radiation therapy for head and neck cancer in older adults
This trial tests a shorter course of radiation therapy for patients aged 65 and older with head and neck cancer who cannot have surgery or standard radiation. The goal is to find an effective and more convenient treatment option.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65 years+ - NCT03649048Recruiting
Weekly low-dose or high-dose cisplatin with radiation for head and neck cancer
This trial compares two cisplatin dosing schedules (weekly low-dose vs higher dose less often) given alongside radiation for certain head and neck cancers. It’s testing which schedule works well while keeping side effects manageable during planned, curative-intent radiation.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06725368RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo plus cetuximab after pembrolizumab for head and neck cancer
This trial tests a combination of two chemotherapy drugs (carboplatin and paclitaxel) plus a targeted therapy (cetuximab) for people with advanced head and neck cancer that has gotten worse after treatment with pembrolizumab (with or without initial chemotherapy). The goal is to see if this new combination can shrink tumors or slow the cancer's growth.
Ars-LaquenexyAges 18 years+ - NCT06607406Recruiting
Timing of radiation after surgery for head and neck cancer
This study tests whether starting radiation therapy more than 6 weeks (but within 16 weeks) after surgery is safe and effective for people with certain high-risk head and neck cancers. It could help those who had to delay radiation for recovery or other reasons.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06479070Recruiting
Using ctDNA to guide radiotherapy for head and neck cancer
This study looks at whether measuring a DNA fragment in the blood (called ctDNA) can help predict how well radiotherapy works for head and neck cancer. It may help doctors better tailor treatment for patients with stage III or IV disease.
Caen, CaenAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for metastatic skin squamous cell carcinoma?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 285 recruiting metastatic skin squamous cell carcinoma 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 skin squamous cell carcinoma 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 skin squamous cell carcinoma 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 Clear Cell Renal Cell Carcinoma
- Metastatic Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Skin
- Recurrent/Metastatic Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Metastatic Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Metastatic Hypopharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Metastatic Laryngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Metastatic Oral Cavity Squamous Cell Carcinoma
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.