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
- 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 - NCT07394387RecruitingPhase 2
HIFU with or without immunotherapy before chemo for triple-negative breast cancer
This trial tests whether adding focused ultrasound (HIFU) and an immunotherapy drug (PD-1 inhibitor) before standard chemotherapy can improve outcomes for women with stage II or III triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC). It aims to find a more effective way to shrink tumors before surgery.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–70 - NCT07397611RecruitingPhase 2
Neoadjuvant immunotherapy for clear cell kidney cancer
This study tests a new combination of medications (casdatifan and zimberelimab) given before surgery to remove kidney tumors in people with clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC). The goal is to see if this approach can help shrink the tumor or improve outcomes.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT01042379RecruitingPhase 2
Adaptive drug trial for newly diagnosed breast cancer
This study tests personalized, changing treatment plans (given before surgery) to find better options for your specific breast tumor. You may be asked for extra breast-tissue testing to help match you with the most suitable study drug(s).
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT00437879Recruiting
Ultrasound and MRI scans to track breast cancer response early
This study uses ultrasound and/or MRI scans to see how breast cancer responds early while you start “neoadjuvant” treatment (chemotherapy, with or without radiation before surgery). It may help doctors spot response sooner and better understand which imaging changes match treatment benefit.
Toronto, OntarioAges Any age - NCT00353483Recruiting
Testing treatment before or after breast cancer surgery
This trial studies how different cancer treatments given before or after standard therapy affect breast cancer cells in the blood and bone marrow. It may help doctors better understand how treatments work throughout the body, not just where the tumor is.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT01891318RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study radiosurgery plus surgery for brain metastases
This trial tests giving focused radiation (radiosurgery) before surgery for certain resectable brain metastases. It may help shrink or control tumors in the brain before they are surgically removed.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT02139605Recruiting
Surgery type trial for stomach cancer after chemo
This trial studies which surgical approach (removing lymph nodes in a more limited vs more extensive way) works best for gastric cancer after you’ve already started chemotherapy before surgery. It’s aimed at improving cancer control while keeping the operation as safe as possible.
Mumbai, MaharashtraAges 18–85 - NCT02649647Recruiting
Surgery plan for rectal cancer after chemo-radiation
This trial looks at a specific type of rectal surgery after you’ve already finished chemo-radiation, aiming to remove the tumor while trying to preserve the anal sphincter (muscle control). It’s meant for people whose cancer can be safely operated on and who don’t have spread to distant organs.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT02535221RecruitingPhase 3
Hormone treatment vs chemotherapy before breast surgery
This Phase 3 trial compares hormone-based treatment versus chemotherapy given before surgery in people who are premenopausal and have hormone-receptor positive, HER2-negative breast cancer. It looks to see which approach works better to control the cancer before the breast operation.
BeijingAges 35–55 - NCT02945579Recruiting
Testing skipping breast surgery or radiation for top responders
This trial studies whether some people with early-stage breast cancer who respond extremely well to hormone/chemo/targeted treatment can safely skip breast surgery and/or radiation. It aims to reduce side effects without increasing cancer risk in carefully selected patients.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges 30 years+ - NCT07125391RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo plus propranolol before surgery for advanced ovarian cancer
This trial tests adding propranolol (a heart medication) to standard chemotherapy before surgery for advanced high-grade serous ovarian cancer. The goal is to see if this combination helps shrink tumors more effectively.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT05965557Recruiting
Markers that predict response to immunotherapy before lung surgery
This study looks for blood or tissue markers that can predict who benefits from immunotherapy given before surgery for non-small cell lung cancer. It may help doctors better choose treatment in the future.
ShanghaiAges 18–80 - 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 - NCT07400523RecruitingPhase 3
Ribociclib for breast cancer with leftover disease after chemo
This trial tests ribociclib, a targeted therapy, for women with hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer who still have cancer cells in the breast or lymph nodes after initial chemotherapy. It aims to reduce the chance of cancer coming back.
Zhanjiang, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07401199Recruiting
AI predicts immunotherapy response in advanced stomach cancer
This trial uses artificial intelligence to analyze CT scans, blood, and tumor tissue to predict how well your cancer will respond to chemotherapy and immunotherapy before surgery. It aims to personalize treatment for locally advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer.
Fuyang, AnhuiAges 18 years+ - NCT07408635RecruitingPhase 2
New Immunotherapy Plus Chemotherapy Before Lung Cancer Surgery
This trial tests a new combination of an immunotherapy drug (IBI363) plus chemotherapy before surgery in people with Stage III lung cancer that can't be removed at first. The goal is to shrink the tumor so it can be surgically removed.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT07410975RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy and chemo before surgery for lung cancer
This trial tests combining two immunotherapy drugs (anti-CTLA-4 antibody and sintilimab) with chemotherapy before surgery for stage II-III non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if this approach helps shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07419932Recruiting
Pre-surgery treatment for advanced thyroid cancer
This study tests whether giving treatment before surgery (neoadjuvant therapy) helps people with locally advanced thyroid cancer. It aims to shrink the tumor so surgery can be more successful.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 14–80 - NCT07432932Recruiting
Personalized treatment before surgery for high-risk sarcoma
This trial tests a precision medicine approach by giving targeted therapy before surgery for high-risk soft tissue sarcoma. The goal is to see if matching treatment to your tumor's type can improve outcomes.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT07436364RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Ultrasound to monitor sarcoma response to radiation
This trial uses contrast-enhanced ultrasound to see how well soft tissue sarcoma responds to radiation therapy given before surgery. The goal is to find out if this imaging method can help doctors assess treatment effects earlier.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07437898RecruitingPhase 2
Adebrelimab plus chemo before surgery for esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether adding a new immunotherapy drug (adebrelimab) to standard chemotherapy, given before surgery, helps shrink esophageal cancer tumors and improves outcomes. It is for people with a specific type of esophageal cancer that has not spread widely.
Putian, FujianAges 18–75 - NCT07452601RecruitingPhase 2
Timing of immunotherapy infusion in chemo before surgery for esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether giving immunotherapy and chemotherapy at a specific time of day improves outcomes for people with esophageal cancer before surgery. It may help shrink the tumor and make surgery more effective.
Xi'an, ShannxiAges 18–75 - NCT07455032RecruitingPhase 1
Neoadjuvant therapy combo for head and neck cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (CADI-05 and pembrolizumab) before surgery for people with a certain type of head and neck cancer that hasn't spread. The goal is to see if this treatment can help shrink the tumor before it is removed.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 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.