Clinical trials
Neoadjuvant clinical trials
Below are recruiting neoadjuvant clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 903 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06911606RecruitingPhase 2
Serplulimab with chemotherapy before surgery for limited-stage small cell lung cancer
This trial tests adding an immunotherapy drug called serplulimab to standard chemotherapy before surgery for limited-stage small cell lung cancer (LS-SCLC). The goal is to see if this combination helps shrink the tumor and improve outcomes for patients who have not received prior treatment.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT07616427RecruitingPhase 2
New drug plus hormone therapy for HER2-positive breast cancer
This study tests a new drug called fovinaciclib combined with hormone therapy and HER2-targeting drugs for early-stage breast cancer that has specific markers (HR-positive and HER2-positive). The goal is to shrink tumors before surgery and improve outcomes.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–75 - NCT06762405RecruitingPhase 3
Testing dostarlimab with short radiation for MSI rectal cancer
This trial tests a new approach: giving the immunotherapy drug dostarlimab along with a short course of radiation before surgery, with the goal of avoiding surgery in many patients. It is for people with a specific type of rectal cancer (MSI-H or dMMR) that has not spread to other organs.
DijonAges 18 years+ - NCT06288191RecruitingPhase 2
Nivolumab and relatlimab before surgery for skin cancer
This trial tests if two immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and relatlimab, given before surgery can help shrink a type of skin cancer called cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma. It's for people whose cancer can be removed with surgery.
Wollstonecraft, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT07541521Recruiting
Robot-Assisted Lung Surgery After Immunotherapy for Lung Cancer
This trial tests whether combining immunotherapy with chemotherapy before robot-assisted lung surgery improves outcomes for patients with stage II–III non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to shrink the tumor before surgery and then remove it completely using minimally invasive robotic techniques.
Fuzhou, FujianAges Any age - NCT07612722Recruiting
Smaller vs. larger lung surgery after immunotherapy and chemotherapy
This trial compares two surgical approaches for advanced lung cancer (stage IIA-IIIB) after patients have already received immunotherapy and chemotherapy. Researchers want to see if removing a smaller portion of the lung (sub-lobectomy) works as well as removing an entire lobe (lobectomy), potentially reducing side effects while fighting cancer.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06173310Recruiting
MRI-guided chemo before surgery for pancreatic cancer
This study tests whether using a special MRI scan to guide chemotherapy can help people with pancreatic cancer that is on the edge of being removable. The goal is to shrink the tumor enough for successful surgery.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 19 years+ - NCT07565740RecruitingPhase 1
Vaccine plus immunotherapy for newly diagnosed HPV-positive throat cancer
This trial tests a new nasal vaccine combined with an immunotherapy drug (tislelizumab) given before surgery for people with HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancer. The goal is to help the immune system fight the cancer and potentially improve outcomes after surgery.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18 years+ - NCT07534033RecruitingPhase 2
Probiotic LR607 for newly diagnosed lung cancer
This study tests whether a probiotic supplement (LR607) can help patients with newly diagnosed non-small cell lung cancer—a common type of lung cancer. Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that may help your immune system fight cancer alongside standard treatments.
GuangzhouAges 18–80 - NCT05170503RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus chemo before surgery for junction stomach cancers
This Phase 2 study tests giving immunotherapy together with chemotherapy before surgery for certain “locally advanced” cancers at the esophagus-stomach junction. It may help shrink the tumor and improve outcomes by treating the cancer earlier with both immune and chemotherapy approaches.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06496789RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus chemo before surgery for stomach cancer
This trial tests a new immunotherapy drug (serplulimab) combined with standard chemotherapy before surgery for patients with locally advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. The goal is to see if this combination helps shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
TianjinAges 18–75 - NCT06306846RecruitingPhase 2
Radiation and immunotherapy before surgery for head and neck cancer
This study tests giving a short course of targeted radiation (SBRT) along with immunotherapy and a targeted drug before surgery for advanced head and neck cancer. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–70 - NCT05704829RecruitingPhase 2
Trastuzumab-deruxtecan before surgery for HER2-positive early breast cancer
This trial compares giving trastuzumab-deruxtecan before surgery versus standard chemotherapy plus trastuzumab and pertuzumab. It aims to see which approach works better to shrink or control HER2-positive early breast cancer and improve outcomes.
Baden-Baden, Baden-WurttembergAges 18 years+ - NCT07169708Recruiting
Study of nivolumab and chemo before surgery for lung cancer
This trial looks at real-world outcomes in Taiwan for people with resectable non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who get nivolumab combined with chemotherapy before surgery. It aims to understand how well this treatment works and how safe it is.
Kaohsiung CityAges 18 years+ - NCT07492914RecruitingPhase 2
Study of pre-surgery drugs for head and neck cancer
This trial tests two medications given before surgery for head and neck cancer. The goal is to see if shrinking the tumor beforehand improves outcomes. If you have operable head and neck squamous cell cancer and are generally healthy, you may be eligible.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18 years+ - NCT07104149RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo plus immunotherapy before surgery for cervical cancer
This trial tests adding a new immunotherapy drug (cadonilimab) to standard chemotherapy before surgery for locally advanced cervical cancer. The goal is to see if this combination helps shrink the tumor more effectively before surgery.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–75 - NCT04815694Recruiting
MRI-guided radiotherapy for rectal cancer
This trial tests whether using MRI scans to guide radiotherapy can improve treatment for people with a certain type of rectal cancer. It focuses on patients whose tumors have not spread to other parts of the body and who have specific tumor features seen on MRI.
Roma, RomaAges 18 years+ - NCT06723990Recruiting
HER2 breast cancer treatment decision study
This study tests a tool called HER2DX to help doctors choose the best treatment for early stage HER2 positive breast cancer. It may help tailor therapy before or after surgery.
Milan, ItalyAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT07569068RecruitingPhase 2
Combination Cancer Drugs Before Surgery for Stomach Cancer
This trial tests whether giving immunotherapy and chemotherapy drugs before surgery can help treat stomach cancer that has a specific protein marker (claudin 18.2). The goal is to shrink the tumor and improve outcomes for patients whose cancer can be surgically removed.
Shanghai, Huangpu DistrictAges 18 years+ - NCT06387056RecruitingPhase 2
Gene-guided hormone therapy before prostate cancer surgery
This trial tests whether giving a combination of hormone treatments before surgery can improve outcomes for men with prostate cancer that has spread locally or to a few bone spots. It uses genetic testing to match participants with the most effective treatment.
Xiamen, FujianAges 18 years+ - NCT05984810RecruitingPhase 2
Using a glowing dye to help see pancreatic cancer during surgery
This trial tests whether a special dye (SGM-101) can help surgeons see remaining cancer cells during surgery for pancreatic cancer that has been treated before surgery. It may lead to more complete removal of the tumor.
LeidenAges 18 years+ - NCT05761470RecruitingPhase 2
Test before-surgery cancer treatment for breast tumors with DNA repair gene changes
This trial tests a combination of medications given before surgery (neoadjuvant therapy) for early breast cancer. It is designed for tumors with certain “DNA repair” gene mutations and aims to improve treatment results while shrinking or controlling the cancer.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - 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+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for neoadjuvant?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 903 recruiting neoadjuvant 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 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 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.