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
- NCT07478731RecruitingPhase 2
Combination therapy for advanced rectal cancer before surgery
This trial tests a new drug called SHR-1701 combined with standard chemotherapy and radiation for people with locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal is to shrink the tumor before surgery, making it easier to remove completely.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–75 - 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+ - NCT06802666RecruitingPhase 2
Short radiation plus combo drugs for rectal cancer
This trial tests a new combination for rectal cancer that hasn't spread far: a short course of radiation followed by two drugs (AK112 and CAPOX). The goal is to shrink the tumor before surgery and possibly avoid more aggressive treatments.
HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT06714708RecruitingPhase 2
Low-dose radiation with immunotherapy and chemo before surgery for lung cancer
This trial tests a combination of low-dose radiation, an immunotherapy drug called sintilimab, and standard chemotherapy before surgery for stage II–III non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The goal is to see if this approach can shrink tumors and improve outcomes for patients who are candidates for surgery.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18 years+ - NCT07422974Recruiting
Surgery results after pre-treatment for colorectal cancer
This study looks at how well patients recover from colorectal cancer surgery, comparing those who had chemotherapy or radiation before surgery to those who did not. The goal is to understand if pre-treatment affects surgical outcomes.
OsijekAges 18 years+ - NCT07389629RecruitingPhase 2
Combination therapy before surgery for kidney cancer
This trial tests a new drug combination given before surgery for kidney cancer that is early stage but hard to operate on. The goal is to shrink the tumor and make surgery easier.
GuangzhouAges 18–80 - NCT07388771Recruiting
Predicting treatment results for lung cancer before surgery
This trial is testing a treatment given before surgery for non-small cell lung cancer. Patients receive chemotherapy plus immunotherapy (chemo-immunotherapy) first, then have surgery to remove the tumor. The goal is to see how well this approach works.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07387198RecruitingPhase 2
Testing cemiplimab before surgery for Merkel cell carcinoma
This trial tests whether giving the immunotherapy drug cemiplimab before surgery can improve outcomes for people with stage I or II Merkel cell carcinoma. If you qualify, you would receive cemiplimab before your sentinel lymph node biopsy.
Heidelberg, Baden-WurttembergAges 18 years+ - NCT07386158RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy before surgery for clear cell kidney cancer
This trial tests whether giving pucotenlimab (an immunotherapy drug) with vorolanib (a targeted therapy) before surgery helps shrink clear cell kidney tumors and makes kidney-sparing surgery safer. It is for people with localized, non-metastatic disease where the tumor is difficult to remove with partial nephrectomy.
Guangzhou, Other (Non U.s.)Ages 18–85 - NCT07371234RecruitingPhase 2
Low-dose radiation and immunotherapy before surgery for head and neck cancer
This trial tests a combination of low-dose radiation and an immunotherapy drug (similar to Keytruda) given before surgery for advanced head and neck cancer. The goal is to see if this approach can shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
GuangdongAges 18–75 - 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 - NCT07372079RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy and chemotherapy before surgery for early triple-negative breast cancer
This trial tests a new immunotherapy combination with chemotherapy given before breast cancer surgery, to shrink the tumor and improve outcomes. It's for people with early-stage triple-negative breast cancer whose tumors are larger than 2 cm.
TianjinAges 18–75 - NCT04016675Recruiting
Radiation before surgery for cancer of the tear sac
This trial studies giving radiation before surgery for malignant (cancerous) tumors of the tear sac. It may help shrink the tumor and improve how well treatment works when surgery is planned.
ShanghaiAges 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 - NCT07359040Recruiting
Testing a new drug before surgery for lung cancer
This trial studies whether a new drug called Ivonescimab can improve outcomes when given before surgery for non-small cell lung cancer. It may help shrink tumors and make them easier to remove.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT05512481RecruitingPhase 2
Study combination treatment before surgery for high-risk acral melanoma
This Phase 2 trial tests three medicines given before surgery for people with high-risk acral melanoma (a skin cancer type). It aims to shrink or control the cancer earlier and see how well the treatment works and is tolerated.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07351487RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo plus immunotherapy and anti-angiogenic drug for TNBC before surgery
This trial tests whether adding sintilimab (an immunotherapy) and bevacizumab (a drug that blocks blood supply to tumors) to standard chemotherapy before surgery can improve outcomes for women with stage II or III triple-negative breast cancer. It may help your immune system fight the cancer more effectively.
HefeiAges 18–75 - NCT04460352RecruitingPhase 3
Esophageal cancer treatment with chemoradiation plus planned surgery
This trial tests the best way to treat locally advanced squamous cell esophageal cancer: either chemoradiation followed by planned surgery, or monitoring with surgery only if needed. It may help you choose a strategy that controls the cancer while aiming to reduce unnecessary procedures.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18–80 - NCT07340398RecruitingPhase 2
Testing new drug combos for HER2-positive breast cancer not responding to first therapy
This trial tests a new combination of drugs for people with HER2-positive early breast cancer whose tumors did not respond well to the first round of standard targeted therapy plus chemo. The goal is to see if switching to trastuzumab-rezetecan plus pertuzumab or a different chemo combo (nab-paclitaxel, carboplatin, trastuzumab, and pyrotinib) can shrink the tumor before surgery.
HangzhouAges 18–75 - NCT07324824RecruitingPhase 2
Sintilimab plus bevacizumab before surgery for liver cancer
This trial tests two drugs, sintilimab and bevacizumab, given before surgery to treat liver cancer that can be removed. It's for people with a certain stage of liver cancer who haven't had other treatments.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07289282Recruiting
Study of blood markers and chemotherapy response in breast cancer
This trial is studying tiny molecules in your blood (called microRNAs) to see if they can predict how well breast cancer responds to chemotherapy given before surgery. If you are starting neoadjuvant chemotherapy, this study may help personalize your treatment.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT07286253RecruitingPhase 2
QL1706 plus chemo before surgery for advanced cervical cancer
This trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug QL1706 to standard chemotherapy before surgery can improve outcomes for women with a certain type and stage of cervical cancer. It is for women whose cancer has not been treated yet and who are healthy enough for the treatment.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT06288360RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo plus immunotherapy before surgery for PD-L1-negative cervical cancer
This trial tests whether combining chemotherapy with immunotherapy before surgery can help treat cervical cancer that is PD-L1 negative. It's for women with larger tumors (stage IB3 to IIB) who have not been treated yet.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–70 - 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+
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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.