Clinical trials
Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy clinical trials
Below are recruiting neoadjuvant chemotherapy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 335 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06339658Recruiting
Comparing two dyes for lymph node surgery in breast cancer
This trial compares two dyes (ICG and blue patent) to see which is better for finding the first lymph node (sentinel node) during surgery in women with breast cancer that has spread to the lymph nodes and who had chemotherapy first.
L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06368141RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo plus immunotherapy before surgery for colon cancer
This trial tests whether giving chemotherapy followed by an immunotherapy drug (a checkpoint inhibitor) before surgery helps shrink locally advanced colon cancer. It is for people with a specific tumor type (MSS and RAS mutation) who have not had prior treatment.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06404671Recruiting
Timing of surgery after chemo for advanced ovarian cancer
This trial tests whether waiting longer between chemotherapy and surgery affects outcomes for advanced ovarian cancer. It is for women who have had three cycles of chemo and whose disease can be removed surgically.
AlexandriaAges 18–75 - NCT06417190RecruitingPhase 2
Bladder preservation trial for muscle-invasive bladder cancer with variant histology
This trial tests a bladder-sparing approach for people with muscle-invasive bladder cancer that has a variant histology type. The goal is to avoid removing the bladder by using a combination of treatments.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06455410RecruitingPhase 2
GP plus adebrelimab vs. chemo alone for nasopharyngeal cancer
This trial tests a new combination of chemotherapy drugs (GP) plus an immunotherapy drug (adebrelimab) before standard treatment for nasopharyngeal cancer. It aims to see if this combination works better than chemotherapy alone for shrinking tumors.
Foshan, GuangdongAges 18–65 - NCT06463600Recruiting
Magnetic clip to mark tumors before chemotherapy for breast cancer
This trial tests using a tiny magnetic clip to mark the tumor before chemotherapy for breast cancer. The goal is to help surgeons find and remove the tumor more accurately during breast-conserving surgery.
Gothenburg, GöteborgAges 18 years+ - NCT06472063Recruiting
Surgery first vs chemo then surgery for advanced stomach cancer
This trial compares two approaches for stomach cancer that has spread a bit but can still be removed with surgery. One group has surgery first, the other gets chemotherapy before surgery. The goal is to see which sequence leads to better long-term outcomes.
Orbassano, PiedmontAges 18 years+ - NCT06504147RecruitingPhase 2
Radspherin for ovarian cancer with peritoneal spread
This trial tests a radioactive treatment called Radspherin given during surgery for advanced ovarian cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen. It is for people whose tumors are HR proficient (a specific genetic type) and who have already had chemotherapy before surgery.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06542588RecruitingPhase 2
Short radiation plus chemo and immunotherapy for rectal cancer
This trial tests a combination of short-course radiation, chemotherapy, and two types of immunotherapy (HLX07 and Serplulimab) before surgery for advanced rectal cancer. It aims to see if this approach helps shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT06559696RecruitingPhase 3
Radiation to internal mammary lymph nodes for high-risk breast cancer after chemo
This trial tests whether giving radiation to the internal mammary lymph nodes (the lymph nodes behind your breastbone) can help women with high-risk breast cancer after they have had chemotherapy before surgery. It is for people whose cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes despite chemotherapy.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18–75 - NCT06595160Recruiting
Diet and gut bacteria in pancreatic cancer treatment
This study looks at how diet and the bacteria in your gut might affect how well chemotherapy works for pancreatic cancer that can be surgically removed. If you have been newly diagnosed with this type of pancreatic cancer, you may be able to join.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06647680RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo and immunotherapy before surgery for rectal cancer
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy and an immunotherapy drug (a PD-1 inhibitor) given before surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal is to see if this approach can improve outcomes compared to standard treatment.
Qingdao, ShandongAges 18–75 - NCT06662110Recruiting
Blood test to predict chemo and immunotherapy response in stomach cancer
This trial tests whether a blood test (called immune proteomics) can predict how well chemotherapy and immunotherapy work in people with stomach cancer. If you qualify, you would receive standard chemo or chemo plus immunotherapy before surgery, and researchers will study your blood to see if it can guide future treatment.
Xuhui District, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06692725Recruiting
Lighter chemo with immunotherapy for triple-negative breast cancer
This trial tests whether using less chemotherapy combined with immunotherapy before surgery works well for people with stage II or III triple-negative breast cancer. The goal is to reduce side effects while still being effective.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT06741540Recruiting
TDCS for breast cancer patients with mild to moderate depression
This trial tests if transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), a non-invasive brain stimulation technique, can help improve mood and treatment outcomes in breast cancer patients with mild to moderate depression who are receiving neoadjuvant chemotherapy before surgery.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–65 - NCT06792149Recruiting
Guiding gastric cancer treatment with 3D bioprinting
This trial uses a 3D-printed model of your tumor to predict which drugs will work best for your gastric cancer. It aims to make treatment more personalized and effective.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06831136RecruitingPhase 2
Endoscopic ultrasound ablation plus immunotherapy for pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a combination of endoscopic ultrasound-guided heat ablation (RFA) and the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab for people with locally advanced or metastatic pancreatic cancer that cannot be surgically removed. The goal is to see if this approach can shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06858449Recruiting
Exercise and protein during chemo for breast cancer
This study tests whether adding resistance training (like lifting weights) along with a protein shake after workouts can help women with breast cancer maintain muscle and bone health while they receive chemotherapy before surgery.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 20–89 - NCT07055841RecruitingPhase 2
Study of PD-L1 antibody plus chemo before surgery for head and neck cancer
This trial tests whether adding a PD-L1 antibody (Adabelimab) to standard chemotherapy before surgery can help treat advanced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. It is for people who have not had treatment for this cancer before and are well enough to undergo the therapy.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–85 - NCT07070622RecruitingPhase 3
Organ preservation for low rectal cancer after chemo
This trial tests whether chemotherapy alone can help avoid surgery for low rectal cancer. It is for people with tumors close to the anus that haven't spread far, and who haven't had prior cancer treatment.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–80 - NCT07098026Recruiting
Herbal mixture plus chemo before surgery for advanced stomach cancer
This trial tests whether adding an herbal mixture (Shenqi Fuwei Mixture) to standard chemotherapy before surgery can help treat locally advanced stomach cancer. It is for people whose cancer has not spread to distant sites and who are healthy enough to undergo treatment and surgery.
Changsha, HunanAges 18–75 - NCT07125209Recruiting
Chemotherapy and thinking for ovarian cancer
This study looks at how chemotherapy given before surgery for ovarian cancer may affect thinking and memory. It helps doctors understand the cognitive side effects of treatment so they can better support patients.
Madison, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT07209189RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo and immunotherapy before surgery for head and neck cancer
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy and an immunotherapy drug called Toripalimab before surgery for certain head and neck cancers. The goal is to see if this approach can reduce the extent of treatment needed while still being effective.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07248956RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo plus immunotherapy before surgery for throat cancer
This trial tests giving chemotherapy combined with an immunotherapy drug (finotonlimab) before surgery for locally advanced hypopharyngeal cancer. It aims to shrink the tumor enough to improve surgery outcomes.
Harbin, HeilongjiangAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for neoadjuvant chemotherapy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 335 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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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.