Clinical trials
Recurrent Cancer clinical trials
Below are recruiting recurrent cancer clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 688 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06305299RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for ovarian cancer
This trial tests a new treatment called CAR-T cells that target a protein called B7H3 found on cancer cells. It is for people with a specific type of ovarian, peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancer that has not responded well to platinum chemotherapy or has come back quickly.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06167356Recruiting
Bladder cancer relapse and quality of life study after TURBT
This study tracks patients with early-stage bladder cancer after surgery (TURBT) to see how often the cancer returns and how it affects your daily life.
Milan, MIAges 18 years+ - NCT04529044RecruitingPhase 2
177Lu-DOTATATE for advanced breast cancer with targeted receptors
This Phase 2 trial tests whether 177Lu-DOTATATE can slow or shrink stage IV or recurrent breast cancer. It targets tumor “receptors” found on scans, using a radioactive medicine that delivers radiation directly to cancer cells.
Portland, OregonAges 18–100 - NCT05681780RecruitingPhase 1
CD40L-treated immune cells for advanced lung cancer with certain gene changes
This Phase 1 study tests a lab-made immune cell treatment (TIL) boosted with CD40L, plus nivolumab, for stage IV or returning non-small cell lung cancer with specific gene changes (EGFR, ALK, ROS1, or HER2). It aims to help your immune system attack the cancer after it has grown despite standard treatments.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT04740346Recruiting
Study survival and quality of life by follow-up time after stomach surgery
This study looks at how long people with stage II or III stomach (gastric) cancer tend to live and how their day-to-day well-being changes over different follow-up times after surgery. It may help doctors understand the best follow-up schedule to support recovery.
Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 19 years+ - NCT03073278Recruiting
Targeted re-radiation for prostate cancer recurrence in one area
This study tests a focused radiation treatment (SBRT) to a small, clearly identified spot in the prostate for men whose prostate cancer has come back after prior external beam radiation. It may help control cancer while limiting radiation to the rest of the prostate and nearby organs.
St Leonards, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT05492136Recruiting
Radiofrequency during liver surgery to reduce cancer coming back
This study looks at whether using radiofrequency (a heat-based treatment used during surgery) during liver surgery can lower the chances that cancer returns locally. It includes people with colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver and people with liver cancer (HCC).
BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06088134Recruiting
Predicting survival after kidney cancer surgery with CT scans
This study uses a computer model to analyze your CT scans and predict how long you might stay cancer-free after surgery. It aims to help doctors personalize follow-up care for clear cell kidney cancer.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT06733363RecruitingPhase 2
Vegetable diet to prevent bladder cancer return
This trial tests whether a diet rich in cruciferous vegetables (like broccoli, cauliflower, and kale) can help prevent bladder cancer from coming back or getting worse. It is for people with early-stage, non-invasive bladder cancer who live in New York State.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT04534205RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing BNT113 plus pembrolizumab versus pembrolizumab alone
This trial studies whether adding BNT113 to pembrolizumab works better and is safe for people with HPV16-positive head and neck cancer that can’t be cured with local treatments. It also compares outcomes to pembrolizumab alone, specifically for tumors that show PD-L1 in testing.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05464082RecruitingPhase 2
Collect tumor samples to guide early breast cancer recurrence care
This Phase 2 study tests a “precision” approach using tumor sample testing to help predict, prevent, and treat early metastatic recurrence in triple-negative or hormone-receptor–low, HER2-negative breast cancer. If you qualify, you’ll be asked to provide tumor tissue before (or in place of) standard chemotherapy, so researchers can learn which tumor features matter most.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT06653127Recruiting
Using a blood test to watch for biliary tract cancer return
This trial studies a new blood test that looks for bits of tumor DNA (ct-mtDNA) to see if it can detect if biliary tract cancer has come back earlier than standard scans. The test might help doctors monitor for recurrence more closely.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06681220RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Temozolomide and stenoparib for relapsed small cell lung cancer
This trial tests two drugs—temozolomide and stenoparib—for people with small cell lung cancer that has returned after initial chemo. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink tumors or slow the cancer's growth.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07051486RecruitingPhase 2
SHR-A1811 for HER2-positive recurrent or metastatic cervical cancer
This trial tests a new drug, SHR-A1811, that targets a protein called HER2 found on some cervical cancer cells. It's for women whose cervical cancer has returned or spread and is not responding to other treatments.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18–75 - NCT07466602Recruiting
Using DNA to detect liver cancer return
This trial uses a blood test to check for signs of liver cancer coming back after treatment. It may help find recurrence earlier than standard scans.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07355205RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Combination immunotherapy for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests a three-drug combination (ipilimumab, nivolumab, and nogapendekin alfa inbakicept) as a first treatment for people with stage IV or recurrent non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if this approach can help your immune system fight the cancer more effectively.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT05738187Recruiting
Cryotherapy for repeat head and neck cancer after prior radiation
This pilot study tests whether cooling treatment on the tumor area (cryotherapy) can control a repeat head/neck cancer that can’t be removed and has already been treated with radiation. It also checks safety, especially in areas that have received radiation before.
StrasbourgAges 18 years+ - NCT05467891RecruitingPhase 2
Ribociclib plus hormone therapy for recurrent breast cancer
This trial tests whether adding ribociclib (a targeted pill) to hormone therapy can control breast cancer that has come back in the breast area or nearby lymph nodes/chest wall. It targets hormone-receptor–positive and HER2-negative tumors to help slow disease after local treatment.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07167381Recruiting
Tumor testing to find cancer treatments for Florida patients
This study tests your tumor sample to find which drugs might work best for your cancer. It is for both children and adults whose cancer has come back or not responded to treatment, and who have already tried at least one standard therapy.
Miami, FloridaAges Any age - NCT06051695RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR T cell therapy for mesothelin-positive solid tumors
This trial tests a new type of immune cell therapy (CAR T-cells) designed to target cancer cells that have a protein called mesothelin but have lost a marker that lets them hide from the immune system. It's for people with advanced solid tumors who have already tried standard treatments.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05316129RecruitingPhase 1
Trial of your own engineered T cells for ovarian cancer
This Phase 1 study tests whether giving your own immune cells—engineered to target the FSH receptor—can control recurrent ovarian-related cancers. It’s mainly looking at safety and early signs of activity for patients whose cancer has not responded well to standard platinum chemotherapy.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06728852RecruitingPhase 2
Vorolanib for advanced lung cancer after other treatments
This trial tests a targeted therapy pill called Vorolanib for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer who have already tried at least two other treatments. It aims to see if the drug can help shrink or control the cancer.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT06813898RecruitingEarly Phase 1
A New Scan for Early Prostate Cancer Recurrence
This study tests a new scanning method (rhPSMA-7.3 PET/CT) to detect prostate cancer recurrence when PSA is slightly high. If your PSA is low but rising, and standard scans haven't found cancer, this scan might help locate it.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Any age - NCT04231006Recruiting
High-dose salvage radiation for prostate cancer that came back locally
This trial studies high-dose radiation (HDR) given after prostate cancer returns only in the prostate/seminal vesicles. It may help by trying to control the cancer when it has not spread elsewhere, using targeted treatment based on MRI and biopsy proof.
Aarhus, Region MidtAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for recurrent cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 688 recruiting recurrent cancer 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 recurrent cancer 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 recurrent cancer 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.