Clinical trials
Rectal Cancer, Adenocarcinoma clinical trials
Below are recruiting rectal cancer, adenocarcinoma clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 251 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07372300RecruitingPhase 3
Heat therapy plus standard care for advanced rectal cancer
This trial tests whether adding modulated electro-hyperthermia (a gentle heat treatment) to standard therapy (radiation and chemotherapy) before surgery helps control locally advanced rectal cancer. It is for people whose cancer has not spread to other parts of the body.
Chiayi City, Dalin TownshipAges 20 years+ - NCT07448142RecruitingPhase 2
Low-dose radiation plus immunotherapy and chemo for rectal cancer
This trial tests whether adding a very low dose of radiation to a combination of immunotherapy (pucotenlimab) and chemotherapy (CAPEOX) can help shrink rectal cancer tumors that have not spread. It is for people with locally advanced rectal cancer that is pMMR (meaning the cancer cells have normal DNA repair).
Guangzhou, GuanggongAges 18–75 - NCT07541911Recruiting
Confocal Microscopy to Check Prostate Cancer Surgery Margins
This study tests whether a special microscope can help surgeons see cancer margins (edges) during prostate removal surgery to make sure all cancer is removed. It may help surgeons make real-time decisions about how much tissue to remove.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT07026422RecruitingPhase 2
Combination immunotherapy with chemoradiation for high-risk rectal cancer
This trial tests a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (iparomlimab and tuvonralimab) plus standard chemotherapy and radiation before surgery for people with a specific type of high-risk rectal cancer. The goal is to see if adding these drugs can improve treatment results.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–75 - NCT06770270RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy with radiation and chemo before rectal cancer surgery
This trial tests adding an immunotherapy drug (pucotenlimab) to standard radiation and chemotherapy before surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink the tumor more effectively and improve outcomes.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT06812728RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo and radiation before surgery for advanced rectal cancer
This trial tests giving a strong chemotherapy combination (FOLFIRINOX) followed by radiation before surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer. If you have stage 3 or high-risk stage 2 rectal cancer that has not spread, this approach may shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Shibīn al Kawm, MenoufiaAges 18–70 - NCT07433673RecruitingPhase 2
Gemcitabine, cisplatin, nab-paclitaxel, and cemiplimab for locally advanced bile duct cancer
This trial tests a combination of four drugs to see if they shrink locally advanced bile duct or gallbladder cancer that cannot be removed surgically. It is for people who have not had prior treatment for this cancer.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07462143RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
New drug plus chemo for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new drug (RC148) combined with standard chemotherapy as a first treatment for colorectal cancer that has spread or cannot be removed. The goal is to see if this combination works better than chemotherapy alone.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - 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 - NCT06330805RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing heart effects of two hormone therapies for prostate cancer
This trial compares two hormone therapies, relugolix and leuprolide, to see which one is better for your heart health in men with prostate cancer. It's for men with a specific type of prostate cancer that is not yet advanced.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT05946213RecruitingPhase 3
Shorter radiation treatment for high-risk prostate cancer
This trial tests whether a shorter course of radiation works as well as the usual longer course for people with high-risk prostate cancer. The goal is to keep cancer control while possibly reducing treatment time and inconvenience.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07635238RecruitingPhase 2
Lower Dose Radiation for Prostate Cancer
This trial tests whether a lower dose of radiation can effectively treat prostate cancer while reducing side effects. It is for men with certain types of prostate cancer that are visible on an MRI.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT04920032RecruitingPhase 1
Blood test–guided extra treatment for colon cancer recurrence risk
This Phase 1 study uses a blood test called ctDNA to decide whether and how to adjust treatment in people with colon cancer who still have a small amount of disease left after surgery. If your blood test remains positive, the trial aims to reduce recurrence risk by guiding treatment changes.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05585814RecruitingPhase 2
New chemo plus immunotherapy before rectal surgery
This trial tests a combination of chemo, a medicine that blocks blood vessel growth, and an immune checkpoint drug given before rectal cancer surgery. It’s for people with locally advanced rectal cancer without distant spread, to try to shrink the tumor and improve surgical results.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT04927897Recruiting
Testing where to aim extra rectal radiation before surgery
This trial tests the best place to target an “extra boost” of radiation inside the rectum for certain rectal cancer patients. It may help guide more precise treatment planning before they have total mesorectal excision (TME) surgery.
Maastricht, LimburgAges 18 years+ - NCT05496491Recruiting
Before-surgery radiation and chemo for rectal cancer
This study tests a specific “before surgery” treatment (radiation plus chemotherapy), followed by more chemotherapy to improve outcomes in people with certain types of rectal cancer. You might be considered if your cancer is locally advanced but not spread to distant organs.
LarissaAges 18–80 - NCT07284992RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing short vs long radiation with immunotherapy for rectal cancer
This trial tests whether a short course of radiation followed by an immunotherapy drug (PD-L1 inhibitor) plus chemotherapy works as well as or better than a longer radiation course for locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal is to shrink tumors before surgery.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–80 - NCT07339904Recruiting
Bowel Function After Rectal Cancer Surgery
This study follows people with rectal cancer who have surgery to remove part of the rectum. It looks at how bowel function changes over time, and whether different treatments before surgery affect recovery.
Edegem, AntwerpAges 18 years+ - NCT07369531Recruiting
Stoma-free survival after new anal-sparing surgery for low rectal cancer
This study compares a two-stage surgical technique (Turnbull-Cutait pull-through) to standard surgery for people with low rectal cancer. The goal is to see which approach helps more patients avoid a permanent stoma (bag) after surgery.
Changchun, JilinAges 18–75 - NCT06864338Recruiting
Pilot study for a new colorectal cancer screening test
This study tests a new stool-based test for detecting colorectal cancer and advanced polyps. It aims to see how well it works compared to a colonoscopy. The results may lead to a simpler screening option.
Morrisville, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT04945642Recruiting
Radiation combination therapy for intermediate to high-risk prostate cancer
This trial studies a combination of two radiation types—high-dose-rate brachytherapy and stereotactic body radiotherapy—to treat certain intermediate- to high-risk prostate cancers. It may help by aiming radiation closely at the prostate while also targeting the cancer from outside the body.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05731726RecruitingPhase 2
New treatment before surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer
This trial tests whether giving serplulimab (an immune medicine) plus CAPEOX chemotherapy and celecoxib before surgery can shrink locally advanced rectal cancer and improve outcomes. It may help by increasing immune attack on the tumor while chemotherapy helps reduce the cancer before the operation.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT05059444Recruiting
Blood test study to watch for cancer coming back
This study looks at whether blood tests can detect signs that cancer may return after curative-intent treatment. You would have blood drawn around your usual follow-up visits for up to 5 years, and your de-identified health data would be shared with study investigators.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT05933122Recruiting
Sexual health support after rectal cancer surgery
This study looks at how common sexual difficulties are in women after rectal cancer surgery, and whether a sexologist-led support program can help. If you qualify, you may be asked about sexual well-being and take part in counseling support.
Brive-la-GaillardeAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for rectal cancer, adenocarcinoma?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 251 recruiting rectal cancer, adenocarcinoma 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 rectal cancer, adenocarcinoma 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 rectal cancer, adenocarcinoma 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.