Clinical trials
Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy clinical trials
Below are recruiting neoadjuvant chemotherapy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 326 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07629817RecruitingPhase 3
Surgery vs. Chemoradiation for Esophageal Cancer
This trial compares surgery versus a strong combination of chemotherapy and radiation for people with esophageal squamous cell carcinoma that has been treated first with immunotherapy. It aims to find which approach leads to better outcomes after the initial immunotherapy and chemotherapy.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–75 - NCT07267078RecruitingPhase 2
Tuvonralimab and Iparomlimab before surgery for bile duct cancer
This trial tests two immunotherapy drugs (Tuvonralimab and Iparomlimab) given before surgery to shrink bile duct cancers that are borderline removable. The goal is to make the tumor easier to remove completely and improve outcomes.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07239466RecruitingPhase 2
Ketone supplement with radiation and chemo for rectal cancer
This study tests a combination of a special diet supplement (beta-hydroxybutyrate), short radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and chemotherapy before surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal is to see if this approach helps shrink the tumor and improve treatment outcomes.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT07222657RecruitingPhase 2
Freezing spray before chemo for esophageal cancer
This trial tests a freezing spray (cryotherapy) to shrink esophageal tumors before standard chemotherapy. It may help reduce tumor size and improve treatment outcomes.
Weston, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07020247RecruitingPhase 3
Personalized radiation plus chemo with or without immunotherapy for rectal cancer
This trial tests adding immunotherapy to standard radiation and chemotherapy for patients with locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal is to see if a personalized approach improves outcomes while sparing more normal tissue.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18 years+ - NCT07847710RecruitingPhase 2
Combination therapy before and after surgery for early liver cancer
This trial is testing a combination of two drugs (one that helps the immune system fight cancer and one that blocks blood vessel growth) with a special chemotherapy given directly into the liver. The goal is to shrink the tumor so it can be removed with surgery, possibly improving the chances of a cure.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–75 - NCT07039656RecruitingPhase 2
Toripalimab plus chemo after NSCLC surgery
This trial tests adding the immunotherapy drug toripalimab to chemotherapy after surgery for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It is for patients who either had no treatment before surgery or had chemo-immunotherapy before surgery and still have signs of cancer in their lymph nodes. The goal is to see if this combination helps prevent cancer from coming back.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT05173272RecruitingPhase 3
Immunotherapy plus chemo, then radiation, for advanced cervical cancer
This study tests whether adding immunotherapy to chemotherapy, then giving chemotherapy together with radiation, works better for advanced cervical cancer. It aims to improve cancer control and help people live longer, without major safety issues.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18 years+ - NCT06727981Recruiting
Immunotherapy as first treatment for stomach cancer
This trial tests immunotherapy as the first treatment for people with advanced or locally advanced stomach cancer. It may help if you haven't had any prior anti-cancer therapy and are starting treatment soon.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–100 - NCT07505186RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy and chemotherapy before surgery for esophageal cancer
This trial tests a combination of an immunotherapy drug (camrelizumab), chemotherapy, and another targeted drug (ivarmacitinib) before surgery for esophageal cancer. The goal is to see if this treatment can shrink the tumor before it is removed, potentially improving outcomes.
Hangzhou, ChinaAges 18–75 - NCT06671262RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus radiation before breast cancer surgery
This trial tests combining two treatments—an immunotherapy drug (Toripalimab) and radiation—before surgery for a certain type of breast cancer (HR+, HER2-negative) that has spread to lymph nodes. The goal is to see if this combination helps shrink the tumor more than standard therapy alone.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–85 - NCT06576973RecruitingPhase 2
Adalimumab combo therapy for esophageal cancer before surgery
This trial tests a combination of an immunotherapy drug (adalimumab), chemotherapy, and a targeted therapy pill (apatinib) before surgery for esophageal cancer that can be removed. The goal is to see if this mix helps shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Hangzhou, ChinaAges 18–75 - NCT04643366RecruitingPhase 2
Total treatment with chemotherapy and short radiation before surgery
This trial tests whether combining chemotherapy (mFOLFOX6) and a short course of radiation before surgery improves outcomes for people with resectable rectal cancer. The goal is to shrink and control the cancer early and then remove it with curative surgery.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07279077RecruitingPhase 2
Low-dose radiation with chemo and immunotherapy for high-risk colon cancer
This trial tests a combination of low-dose radiation, chemotherapy, and an immunotherapy drug (PD-1 inhibitor) for people with a specific type of high-risk colon cancer that has not spread. The goal is to see if this approach can shrink the tumor before surgery and improve outcomes.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06907602RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Optimizing treatment before surgery for advanced esophageal cancer
This trial tests different combinations of treatments given before surgery for a type of esophageal cancer called squamous cell carcinoma. It aims to find the best approach to shrink the tumor and improve outcomes for patients whose cancer has not spread to distant organs.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07007364RecruitingPhase 2
Testing low-dose radiation with immunotherapy and chemo for early oral cancer
This trial tests if combining a low dose of radiation with an immunotherapy drug (adebrelimab) and a chemotherapy drug (albumin-bound paclitaxel) before surgery can help treat early-stage oral squamous cell carcinoma. It aims to see if this combination is safe and effective.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–70 - NCT06165900RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation plus immunotherapy and chemo before surgery for triple-negative breast cancer
This trial tests combining stereotactic radiation therapy with immunotherapy (adebrelimab) and chemotherapy (nab-paclitaxel and carboplatin) before surgery for early or locally advanced triple-negative breast cancer. The goal is to see if this combination improves treatment response.
Shenyang, LiaoningAges 18–75 - NCT07398937RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy before surgery for stage II-IIIA squamous NSCLC
This trial compares two immunotherapy drugs (serplulimab and nivolumab) given before surgery for people with resectable stage II-IIIA squamous non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see which works better to shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07647289RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus chemotherapy before bladder cancer surgery
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (eribulin and toripalimab) given before surgery to remove bladder cancer. The goal is to shrink the tumor and improve outcomes for people with advanced or high-risk bladder cancer.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT06775275RecruitingPhase 2
Testing adebrelimab plus chemo before lung cancer surgery
This trial tests a new drug (adebrelimab) combined with standard chemotherapy, with or without another drug (bevacizumab), given before surgery for people with a certain type of lung cancer. The goal is to see if this combination helps shrink the tumor and makes surgery more effective.
GuangzhouAges 18–65 - NCT06923345RecruitingPhase 2
Modified long-course radiation and chemo with immunotherapy for rectal cancer
This trial tests a treatment plan involving radiation, chemotherapy, and an immunotherapy drug (a PD-1 inhibitor) for people with a specific type of high-risk rectal cancer. The goal is to see if this combination helps shrink the tumor before surgery.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT07393425RecruitingPhase 2
Study of two targeted therapies before surgery for HER2+ breast cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs, trastuzumab deruxtecan (SHR-A1811) and pertuzumab, given before surgery to shrink HER2-positive breast cancer. It is for women with stage II or III breast cancer who have not yet had treatment and are in good overall health.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT06420440RecruitingPhase 2
Pre-surgery treatment for liver cancer at high risk of return
This study tests a treatment given before surgery for liver cancer that is at high risk of coming back. You would receive a combination of chemotherapy directly into the liver artery (HAIC), a targeted pill (lenvatinib), and an immunotherapy drug (a PD-1 inhibitor) — if a computer model predicts you might benefit.
Xiangyang, HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT04728724RecruitingPhase 2
Check immune treatment before surgery for stage III lung cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests an “immunotherapy” medicine given before surgery for stage III non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to shrink the cancer and make curative surgery more successful while monitoring safety and response.
ShanghaiAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for neoadjuvant chemotherapy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 326 recruiting neoadjuvant chemotherapy 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 neoadjuvant chemotherapy 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 neoadjuvant chemotherapy 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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