Clinical trials
Neoadjuvant Therapy clinical trials
Below are recruiting neoadjuvant therapy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 356 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06940388RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus standard treatment for rectal cancer
This trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug tislelizumab to standard total neoadjuvant treatment (chemotherapy and radiation before surgery) can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal is to see if the combination helps shrink the tumor more than standard treatment alone.
MainzAges 18 years+ - NCT07458529RecruitingPhase 2
Chemoradiation plus immunotherapy with or without probiotics for rectal cancer
This trial tests adding an immunotherapy drug (tislelizumab) and a probiotic to standard chemoradiation for locally advanced rectal cancer that has not spread. The goal is to see if the probiotic helps the treatment work better.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT04750122RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Drug-screening guided treatment before surgery for HER2 breast cancer
This trial tests a treatment plan that is chosen using drug-testing in a lab (to see which medicines may work best) before surgery. It is for people with early-stage HER2-positive breast cancer, aiming to improve outcomes by guiding the right treatment early.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06281210Recruiting
Test to skip breast surgery after chemo
This trial checks if a breast biopsy can confirm that chemo has destroyed all cancer cells, so you might avoid surgery altogether. It's for people with aggressive breast cancer types who responded well to chemotherapy.
Candiolo, TurinAges 18 years+ - NCT07059299RecruitingPhase 1
Immunotherapy plus chemo before stomach/esophagus cancer surgery
This trial tests adding an immunotherapy drug (tislelizumab) to standard chemotherapy (FLOT) before surgery for people with stomach or esophagus cancer that can be removed but hasn't spread. The goal is to see if this combination is safe and works better than chemotherapy alone.
FrankfurtAges 18 years+ - NCT06826079RecruitingPhase 2
Sorbitol plus chemo and immunotherapy for advanced gastric cancer
This trial tests adding sorbitol to standard chemotherapy and an immunotherapy drug (tirellizumab) for people with locally advanced stomach cancer. The goal is to see if this combination is safe and helps shrink tumors before surgery.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–70 - NCT06743581Recruiting
Cemiplimab and dupilumab before lung cancer surgery
This study tests two drugs, cemiplimab and dupilumab, given before surgery for early-stage non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if these drugs can shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT07266493RecruitingPhase 2
Envafolimab plus chemo for esophageal cancer before surgery
This trial tests a new immunotherapy drug (Envafolimab) combined with standard chemotherapy before surgery for esophageal cancer that has not spread far. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT04836156RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Personalized pre-surgery treatment for HER2-negative early breast cancer
This study tests a treatment plan chosen using lab drug testing on a patient’s tumor (in a dish). It may help improve outcomes for people with early breast cancer that is HER2-negative by matching therapy to what the tumor seems sensitive to.
BeijingAges 18–75 - NCT07124611Recruiting
Emotional support study for pancreatic cancer patients
This study offers a brief psychological intervention to help patients with pancreatic cancer manage emotional well-being before surgery. It is designed for newly diagnosed patients who are starting chemotherapy before surgery.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06576180Recruiting
Chemo-immunotherapy and cognition in head and neck cancer
This trial is studying whether a combination of chemotherapy (carboplatin and paclitaxel) and an immunotherapy drug (anti-PD-1) affects memory and thinking in people with head and neck cancer that can be removed with surgery. Researchers want to see if these treatments cause any cognitive changes.
Guanzhou, GuangdongAges 18–80 - NCT07373899Enrolling by invitation
Surgery after immunotherapy to shrink lung cancer
This study looks at whether doing surgery after immunotherapy (with or without chemo) can be less invasive than originally planned. If your lung cancer shrunk enough after treatment that you might need a smaller surgery than first thought, this trial could help find the best approach.
Beijing, ChaoyangAges Any age - NCT07018570RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo, immunotherapy, and radiation for stomach cancer before surgery
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy (FLOT), an immunotherapy drug (pembrolizumab), and short-course radiation before surgery for gastroesophageal junction cancer. The goal is to see if this approach improves outcomes.
Kashiwa, ChibaAges 18 years+ - NCT06575322Recruiting
Neoadjuvant therapy for head and neck cancer: effects on pain and mood
This trial tests whether adding immunotherapy to chemotherapy before surgery can help reduce pain, anxiety, and depression in people with head and neck cancer. The goal is to see if this approach improves quality of life during treatment.
Guanzhou, GuangdongAges 18–80 - NCT07369882Recruiting
Less extensive surgery after immunotherapy for advanced head and neck cancer
This trial compares a less extensive surgery to the standard surgery for patients with advanced head and neck cancer who have responded well to initial chemotherapy and immunotherapy. The goal is to see if a smaller operation can be just as effective while causing fewer side effects.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT07187778RecruitingPhase 2
Kidney cancer treatment before surgery
This trial tests two drugs, alone or together, given before surgery to shrink kidney cancer tumors. It aims to see which approach works best for patients with intermediate- to high-risk clear cell renal cell carcinoma.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07776639RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy with chemotherapy before surgery for stomach cancer
This trial tests whether adding an immunotherapy drug (QL1706) to a standard chemotherapy regimen, given before surgery, can help shrink stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. The goal is to improve the chance of successful surgery and long-term outcomes.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–75 - NCT06761287Recruiting
Choosing surgery after chemo for advanced rectal cancer
This study looks at patients with advanced rectal cancer who had treatment (chemotherapy or radiation) before surgery. They want to see if it's safe to avoid surgery in those who had a good response to initial treatment.
BrusselsAges 18 years+ - NCT07750951RecruitingPhase 2
Combination therapy before surgery for advanced rectal cancer
This trial tests a combination of two immunotherapy drugs and chemotherapy given before surgery for a type of rectal cancer that has a specific genetic marker (MSI-H/dMMR). The goal is to shrink the tumor and improve the chances of successful surgery.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18 years+ - NCT06891833RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
New drug combo for HER2-positive breast cancer before surgery
This trial tests a new targeted drug (BL-M07D1) with or without another drug called pertuzumab, compared to a standard chemotherapy plus two targeted drugs, before surgery for HER2-positive breast cancer. The goal is to see if the new combination works better at shrinking tumors before surgery.
Bengbu, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT06830889RecruitingPhase 3
BL-M07D1 vs T-DM1 for HER2-positive breast cancer after neoadjuvant therapy
This trial tests whether a new drug called BL-M07D1 works better than an existing drug, T-DM1, for people with HER2-positive breast cancer who still have cancer cells after initial treatment (neoadjuvant therapy). The goal is to prevent the cancer from coming back.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–75 - NCT06716073Recruiting
Endoscopic vs standard breast-conserving surgery after chemo
This study compares two types of breast-conserving surgery for women who have already had chemotherapy before their operation. It aims to see if using a tiny camera (endoscope) leads to equally good long-term results as standard breast-conserving surgery.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - 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 - NCT06722599Recruiting
Shorter chemo with targeted drugs for low-risk HER2 breast cancer
This trial tests whether a short course of chemo plus two targeted drugs (trastuzumab and pertuzumab) before surgery works well for people with early-stage, low-risk HER2-positive breast cancer. It may help reduce the need for stronger chemo later.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Any age
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for neoadjuvant therapy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 356 recruiting neoadjuvant therapy 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 therapy 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 therapy 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.