Clinical trials
Oropharyngeal Carcinoma clinical trials
Below are recruiting oropharyngeal carcinoma clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 81 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06016920RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of VB10 with pembrolizumab for advanced head and neck cancer
This trial is testing a combination of two investigational drugs (VB10 and pembrolizumab) in patients with a specific type of head and neck cancer that has returned or spread. The goal is to see if this treatment is safe and effective.
MontpellierAges 18 years+ - NCT07172256RecruitingPhase 2
CUE-101 plus pembrolizumab for HPV+ throat cancer
This trial tests a new drug called CUE-101 combined with a standard immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) for people with HPV-16 positive head and neck cancer that cannot be removed with surgery. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink or control the cancer.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT06445114RecruitingPhase 2
Blood-Guided Chemoradiation for HPV-Positive Throat Cancer
This study tests whether a blood test that looks for circulating HPV DNA (ctDNA) can help doctors decide if you need chemotherapy after surgery for HPV-positive throat cancer. After you have surgery to remove the cancer, you receive radiation (possibly with chemotherapy) — the results of the blood test guide whether or not to add chemo.
Beverly Hills, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07513389RecruitingPhase 2
HPV throat cancer trial skipping radiation with blood tests
This study tests whether patients with a specific type of HPV-positive throat cancer can safely skip radiation after surgery by using blood tests to monitor for cancer recurrence. The goal is to reduce side effects while keeping patients cancer-free.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT04564989Recruiting
Biomarker study for HPV-related throat cancer outcomes
This observational study checks how well a blood test for HPV DNA (and other tumor genetic markers) predicts outcomes in certain throat cancers. It may help doctors better track the disease and plan treatment, because the trial validates these lab signals against real-world results.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 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+ - NCT04444869RecruitingPhase 2
Lower-dose radiation with chemotherapy for low-risk HPV throat cancer
This trial tests whether a less intense (lower-dose) radiation plan, combined with chemotherapy, can control HPV-positive oropharyngeal (throat) cancer with fewer side effects. It targets people considered “low-risk” based on tumor size and lymph node involvement.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT06589609RecruitingPhase 1
FluBHPVE6E7 immunotherapy for HPV16-positive oropharyngeal cancer
This trial tests a new immunotherapy called FluBHPVE6E7 for people with HPV16-positive oropharyngeal cancer that has not spread to distant parts of the body. The treatment is given directly into the tumor to help the immune system fight the cancer.
ViennaAges 18–65 - NCT05639972RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
HPV cancer trial using immune T cells made for you
This Phase 1/2 trial tests a one-time infusion of special immune T cells made to recognize your HPV16 tumor. It may help your body attack the cancer, while researchers closely monitor safety and early effectiveness.
New Brunswick, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT05600842Recruiting
Lower-dose radiation for HPV-positive throat cancer
This trial tests whether using a de-escalated (lower/intensity-reduced) radiation approach can treat HPV-positive oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma. It may help reduce side effects while still keeping the cancer under control.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05686226RecruitingPhase 2
Trial tests immune cells targeting HPV-16 cancers
This Phase 2 trial tests an immune-cell treatment (E7 TCR T cells) designed to attack cancers caused by HPV type 16. It may help people whose HPV-16+ cancer has come back or not responded to standard treatment.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05307939RecruitingPhase 2
Using tumor DNA tests to time treatment for HPV throat cancer
This study checks a blood test that looks for HPV tumor DNA to help doctors decide when to start routine treatment after surgery. It may help some people avoid starting treatment too early or too late based on how the test changes after the operation.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05522881Recruiting
Study of genetic changes in oropharyngeal cancer tumors
This study collects information and tumor tissue to look for genetic changes in oropharyngeal cancer, especially in patients whose cancer has come back. The goal is to better understand the disease and may help future treatment planning.
Kaohsiung CityAges 20 years+ - NCT06174428Recruiting
Study of a new oral and throat cancer test
This study is testing a new, simple test that looks for signs of oral or throat cancer. If you have a suspicious spot or symptom, this test might help find out if it's cancer.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT06254911RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy before surgery for HPV-related throat cancer
This trial tests whether giving the drug atezolizumab before surgery can help shrink HPV-related throat cancer and improve outcomes. Atezolizumab helps your immune system fight cancer cells.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06984861RecruitingPhase 2
Reduced radiation with chemo for HPV-related throat cancer
This trial tests if giving less radiation along with chemotherapy is safe and effective for people with HPV-positive throat cancer. It aims to reduce side effects while still controlling the cancer.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT06448026RecruitingPhase 2
Cemiplimab and cetuximab before surgery for mouth or throat cancer
This trial tests whether combining two targeted drugs (cemiplimab and cetuximab) before surgery can help people with recurrent mouth or throat cancer that has come back after initial treatment. It aims to see if this approach makes surgery more effective.
Houston, TexasAges 18 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+ - NCT06307015Recruiting
Lowering radiation dose for HPV-related throat cancer using a special PET scan
This trial tests whether a special PET scan (FMISO PET) can help safely lower the radiation dose for patients with HPV-positive throat cancer. The goal is to reduce side effects while still effectively treating the cancer.
Saint Leonards, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT03875716Recruiting
De-intensified radiation after surgery for HPV throat cancer
This trial studies a lower-intensity (less aggressive) course of radiation therapy after curative surgery for HPV-related tonsil or base-of-tongue cancer. The goal is to see if patients can still be treated successfully while reducing side effects from radiation.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05539638Recruiting
Testing blood DNA for head and neck squamous cancer
This study looks at how tumor DNA found in a blood sample (a “DNA signal”) relates to head and neck cancer in the oropharynx. It may help doctors understand disease status and improve how they monitor treatment, for both HPV-positive and HPV-negative cancers.
Dundee, DD2 1SGAges 18 years+ - NCT07686575Recruiting
Ivonescimab with chemo for advanced mouth or throat cancer
This trial tests a new drug, ivonescimab, combined with chemotherapy for people with advanced mouth or throat cancer that can be removed with surgery. The goal is to see if the combination helps shrink tumors before surgery.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–80 - NCT06305676Recruiting
A study for early detection of HPV throat cancer
This study looks for early signs of HPV-related throat cancer. If you've just been diagnosed and haven't started treatment, your blood or saliva samples may help improve future screening tests.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05894083RecruitingPhase 2
PET-Scan Tailored De-escalation for p16+ throat cancer
This trial tests a treatment plan that may lower (de-escalate) therapy intensity for certain p16+ or HPV-positive throat cancers. It uses PET scan results and tumor features to try to keep cancer control while reducing side effects.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for oropharyngeal carcinoma?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 81 recruiting oropharyngeal carcinoma 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 oropharyngeal carcinoma 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 oropharyngeal carcinoma 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.
Related conditions
- Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- HPV Positive Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Stage III Oropharyngeal (p16-Negative) Carcinoma AJCC v8
- Stage IV Oropharyngeal (p16-Negative) Carcinoma AJCC v8
- Recurrent Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Stage IVA Oropharyngeal (p16-Negative) Carcinoma AJCC v8
- Stage IVB Oropharyngeal (p16-Negative) Carcinoma AJCC v8
- Metastatic Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
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.