Clinical trials
Primary Hepatocellular Carcinoma clinical trials
Below are recruiting primary hepatocellular carcinoma clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 177 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06422403RecruitingPhase 2
Study on giving immunotherapy less often for advanced cancer
This trial tests whether giving certain immunotherapy drugs less often than usual is safe and still works well for people with advanced stomach, liver, or lung cancer. It might mean fewer hospital visits while still controlling the cancer.
SingaporeAges 21–99 - NCT04777942Recruiting
New liver cancer treatment plan for high-risk early-stage patients
This trial studies a treatment approach (a combination given through the liver) for people with early liver cancer that can be surgically removed but has a high chance of coming back. It may help reduce the risk of recurrence after treatment.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT05718492Recruiting
Tested HAIC for liver cancer after prior immunotherapy
This trial studies HAIC, a type of targeted treatment delivered into the liver, for advanced hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer) that has already been treated with immune and anti-blood-vessel therapies. It aims to see whether HAIC can help control the cancer safely after those earlier treatments.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT05985798RecruitingPhase 3
Immunotherapy plus TACE vs. Targeted Therapy plus TACE for Advanced Liver Cancer
This trial is testing a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (sintilimab and bevacizumab) plus a procedure called TACE (chemoembolization) against a targeted therapy pill (lenvatinib) plus TACE for people with advanced liver cancer. The goal is to see which approach works better to shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT05502198Recruiting
How muscle loss matters in advanced liver disease
This study looks at how loss of muscle strength or mass (sarcopenia) relates to advanced liver disease. It may help doctors understand which patients are at higher risk and could guide future care choices.
EksjöAges 18 years+ - NCT06060769Recruiting
MRI risk assessment for liver cancer in chronic liver disease
This study uses special MRI scans to better predict liver cancer risk in people with chronic liver disease. It may help doctors identify high-risk patients earlier and improve monitoring.
Zhuhai, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT04745403RecruitingPhase 1
Trial of redirected HBV-targeting T cells for liver cancer
This Phase 1 study tests a lab-made immune cell treatment that targets hepatitis B (HBV)–related liver cancer. It may help by directing the body’s immune system to attack the cancer, while carefully checking safety.
SingaporeAges 21–75 - NCT05652920RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR T-cell therapy for liver cancer that has GPC3
This early-phase study tests modified immune T cells (CAR T cells) to treat hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), a type of liver cancer, when the tumor shows a marker called GPC3. It may help shrink tumors or slow cancer growth, especially after other treatments have stopped working.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT07806292RecruitingPhase 2
Combination therapy for inoperable liver cancer
This study tests a combination of two drugs (anlotinib and benmelstobart) with a liver-directed chemotherapy procedure (HAIC) in people with liver cancer that cannot be removed surgically. The goal is to see if this combo shrinks tumors and is safe.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06454578RecruitingPhase 2
Study of adebrelimab plus apatinib after liver cancer surgery
This trial is testing a combination of two drugs (adebrelimab and apatinib) after liver cancer surgery to see if it can lower the chance of the cancer returning. It is for people whose tumors had high-risk features.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18 years+ - NCT06041477RecruitingPhase 3
Combining treatments for liver cancer before surgery
This study tests whether giving targeted therapy and immunotherapy at the same time or one after the other is better for shrinking liver tumors that can't be removed right now but might be removable after treatment.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT05440864RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy for operable liver cancer before surgery
This Phase 2 trial studies durvalumab and tremelimumab (immunotherapy medicines) in people with resectable early or intermediate-stage liver cancer (HCC). It aims to see how well these medicines work before/around the time of surgery, and whether they can improve outcomes.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06569498Recruiting
Triple therapy before surgery for liver cancer
This trial tests whether a combination of three drugs given before surgery can help shrink liver cancer and improve outcomes for patients whose tumors can be removed. It is for people with intermediate-stage liver cancer that is still operable.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18–75 - NCT07639138RecruitingPhase 2
Lenalidomide with targeted therapy and immunotherapy for advanced liver cancer
This trial tests whether adding lenalidomide (a drug that boosts the immune system) to your current targeted therapy and immunotherapy can help advanced liver cancer that has progressed after previous treatments. You would be eligible if your cancer has already been treated with at least two prior drug combinations and initially responded before growing back.
Beijing, No. 1 Shuaifuyuan, Dongcheng District, Beijing, ChinaAges 18–75 - NCT07623265Recruiting
Understanding Immunotherapy Response in Liver Cancer
This study collects tumor samples and medical information from patients with liver cancer to understand why some patients respond better to immunotherapy (immune-boosting drugs) than others. The goal is to improve treatment selection and outcomes for future patients.
AntwerpAges 18 years+ - NCT05475613RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy to shrink advanced liver cancer before transplant
This trial tests an immunotherapy “downstaging” plan to shrink hepatocellular carcinoma (a type of liver cancer) so it may become treatable with a liver transplant. You may be eligible if your cancer is beyond transplant limits but is still only in the liver, and you meet specific liver function and health requirements.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06609876Recruiting
Donafenib after ablation for recurrent liver cancer
This trial tests whether taking the drug donafenib after a procedure called ablation (which destroys liver tumors) can help keep your liver cancer from returning. It is for people whose liver cancer has come back within the past year and who have small, treatable tumors.
Beijing, None SelectedAges 18–75 - NCT05937295RecruitingPhase 1
Peptide vaccine plus immunotherapy for a specific cancer gene fusion
This Phase 1 study tests a custom vaccine made to match a specific cancer genetic change (DNAJB1-PRKACA fusion). It’s combined with an approved immunotherapy (immune checkpoint inhibitor) to help your immune system recognize and fight the cancer. You may be considered if your cancer is advanced or has spread and you meet several blood/organ and health requirements.
Tübingen, Baden-WürtembergAges 18 years+ - NCT07495215RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Personalized mRNA vaccine plus immunotherapy for liver cancer after surgery
This trial tests a personalized mRNA vaccine (iNeo-Vac-R01) combined with a PD-1 inhibitor to prevent liver cancer from coming back after surgery. It is for people with early-stage liver cancer who have a high risk of recurrence.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT06622031Recruiting
TIPS with lenvatinib and immunotherapy for advanced liver cancer
This trial combines a procedure called TIPS (which helps relieve pressure in the liver) with two drugs—lenvatinib (a targeted therapy) and a PD-1 inhibitor (an immunotherapy)—for people with advanced liver cancer that has spread into the main vein of the liver. It aims to see if this combination can help control the cancer and improve symptoms.
Beijing, None SelectedAges 18–75 - NCT07475026RecruitingPhase 3
Combination therapy before surgery for high-risk liver cancer
This trial tests whether a combination of two drugs (tislelizumab and lenvatinib) given before surgery can lower the risk of liver cancer coming back in people with early-stage but high-risk disease.
TianjinAges 18–75 - NCT07422753RecruitingPhase 2
TACE with immunotherapy drugs for advanced liver cancer
This trial tests a combination of TACE (a procedure that blocks blood supply to the tumor) plus three immunotherapy drugs (sintilimab, bevacizumab, ipilimumab) for people with advanced liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if this combination works better than TACE alone.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT07381660RecruitingPhase 3
SBRT vs. Surgery for small liver cancer
This trial compares two treatments—radiation (SBRT) and surgery—for people with a small liver tumor (≤5 cm) that hasn't spread. The goal is to see which treatment works better.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT07364357RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CREPT-618 for advanced liver cancer
This phase 1 trial tests a new drug called CREPT-618 for people with advanced liver cancer that hasn't responded to standard treatments. The drug is designed to target cancer cells with specific markers (CREPT and ASGPR), so only patients whose tumors have these markers can join.
BeijingAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for primary hepatocellular carcinoma?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 177 recruiting primary hepatocellular 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 primary hepatocellular 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 primary hepatocellular 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.
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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.