Clinical trials
Neoadjuvant clinical trials
Below are recruiting neoadjuvant clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 882 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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 - 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 - NCT07226154Recruiting
Predicting chemo response in pancreatic cancer
This study looks at blood samples to see if we can predict how well pancreatic cancer responds to chemotherapy before surgery. It aims to help doctors choose the best treatment for each patient.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT07220135RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing two drug combos before surgery for HER2+ breast cancer
This trial tests two different combinations of chemotherapy and targeted therapy given before surgery for HER2-positive breast cancer. The goal is to see which combination works better at shrinking the tumor.
Fairway, KansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07220512Recruiting
Exercise help for ovarian, fallopian, or endometrial cancer
This trial tests a special exercise program during chemotherapy before surgery. It may help patients with certain gynecologic cancers get stronger and better prepared for treatment.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 55 years+ - NCT07213934RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Immunotherapy and radiation before surgery for recurrent head and neck cancer
This trial tests a new combination for people whose head and neck cancer has come back after prior radiation. You'll receive an immunotherapy drug (pembrolizumab) plus radiation, then surgery. The goal is to see if this approach can improve how well surgery works.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06718543RecruitingPhase 2
Short-course radiation with AK112 for rectal cancer before surgery
This trial tests whether combining short-course radiation with an immune therapy drug (AK112) plus chemotherapy before surgery is better than radiation alone for locally advanced rectal cancer. It aims to shrink tumors and improve outcomes without needing stronger treatments later.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT06916494RecruitingPhase 1
Rutin plus immunotherapy and chemo before bladder cancer surgery
This trial tests a combination of the natural supplement rutin, an immunotherapy (tislelizumab), and two chemotherapy drugs (gemcitabine and cisplatin) before surgery for bladder cancer that didn't respond to initial chemo. It aims to see if this mix can shrink tumors better.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 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+ - NCT06843889RecruitingPhase 2
Toripalimab with chemoradiation before surgery for esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug toripalimab to standard chemoradiation before surgery helps people with a type of esophageal cancer. It is for patients whose cancer has not spread to other organs and who have not had treatment before.
Guangzhou, Baiyun DistrictAges 18–75 - NCT06637163RecruitingPhase 2
Study of benmelstobart plus chemo-radiation before surgery for esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether adding an immunotherapy drug (benmelstobart) to standard chemotherapy and radiation before surgery can help treat a certain type of esophageal cancer that can be surgically removed. The goal is to see if this combination is safe and works better than standard treatment alone.
Shantou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT06908382RecruitingPhase 2
Neoadjuvant QL1706 therapy for esophageal cancer before surgery
This trial tests a new immunotherapy drug, QL1706, given before surgery for esophageal squamous cell cancer. The goal is to see if it helps shrink tumors and improve outcomes for patients who are healthy enough for the treatment.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–75 - NCT06926790RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy before surgery for stage II-IIIA lung cancer
This trial tests whether two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and ipilimumab) given before surgery can help treat non-small cell lung cancer that is stage II to IIIA. It's for people whose tumors are removable and who haven't had prior cancer treatment.
GuangzhouAges 18–80 - NCT07202845Recruiting
Predicting chemo response in bladder cancer with MRI
This trial uses special MRI scans to see how well bladder cancer responds to chemotherapy before surgery. It may help doctors know early if the treatment is working.
AsyutAges 18 years+ - NCT07200141RecruitingPhase 2
Boosting radiation before surgery for rectal cancer
This trial tests a new way of giving radiation therapy before surgery for rectal cancer. It uses a higher dose to the tumor during standard radiation to see if it can improve outcomes.
BeijingAges 18–80 - NCT07194616Recruiting
Rectal cancer blood test study before surgery
This trial is studying a blood test (CTC) for people with rectal cancer that hasn't spread to other parts of the body. It aims to see how the test relates to treatment outcomes after surgery.
OlomoucAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT05965531RecruitingPhase 2
TAS-102 plus radiation before surgery for rectal cancer
This trial studies whether adding TAS-102 (a chemotherapy medicine) to radiation given before treatment improves outcomes for certain locally advanced rectal cancers. It may help by trying to shrink the tumor before the next steps of care.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT06225284RecruitingPhase 2
Chemotherapy with or without hormone drug for premenopausal TNBC
This trial tests whether adding a hormone-blocking drug (GnRH agonist) to standard chemotherapy before surgery helps premenopausal women with triple-negative breast cancer. It aims to improve treatment outcomes by targeting hormones that may fuel tumor growth.
TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07182279RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Internal radiation before prostate surgery for high-risk cancer
This trial tests a treatment approach for newly diagnosed, high-risk prostate cancer. You would receive a short course of internal radiation (high-dose-rate brachytherapy) before surgery to remove your prostate. The goal is to see if this combination is safe and works better than surgery alone.
Houston, TexasAges 40 years+ - NCT07182565RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Short radiation plus chemotheapy and immunotherapy before surgery for junction cancer
This trial tests a combination of shortened radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and chemotherapy given before surgery for cancer at the junction of the esophagus and stomach. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and improves outcomes.
Xiamen, FujianAges 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+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for neoadjuvant?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 882 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.