Clinical trials
Refractory clinical trials
Below are recruiting refractory clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,203 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07572006RecruitingPhase 1
Study of JNJ-95804306 for blood cancers that returned or didn't respond
This trial tests a new drug called JNJ-95804306 for people with certain blood cancers (like acute myeloid leukemia, myelodysplastic syndromes, or chronic lymphocytic leukemia) that have come back or stopped responding to other treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and if it can help.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18 years+ - NCT07721142RecruitingPhase 4
Chinese medicine and Western medicine for hard-to-treat rheumatoid arthritis
This trial combines traditional Chinese herbal medicine with standard Western treatments for people with rheumatoid arthritis that hasn't responded well to at least two prior medications. It aims to see if the combination is more effective and safe.
ShanghaiAges 18–70 - NCT04989725RecruitingPhase 2
Precision radiation for a few new cancer spots while on treatment
This trial tests a precise, high-dose radiation technique (SABR) for people whose cancer has started to grow again in only a few spots despite ongoing medication. The goal is to control those new growths while continuing your current treatment.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT07720310Enrolling by invitation
CAR-T cell therapy for hard-to-treat lupus
This trial tests a new immune cell therapy (CAR-T) for people with lupus that hasn't gotten better with standard treatments. The goal is to see if these modified cells can calm the overactive immune system and improve symptoms.
Lyasny, Minsk OblastAges 18–70 - NCT07094048RecruitingPhase 4
Immunoglobulins for multiple myeloma patients on BCMA T-cell engagers
This trial tests whether giving immunoglobulins (a treatment to boost your immune system) helps multiple myeloma patients who are receiving a BCMA-directed T-cell engager therapy. It aims to see if this can reduce infections and improve outcomes.
Lévis, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT05098210RecruitingPhase 1
Personalized vaccine made from your tumor’s new immune targets
This Phase 1 study tests a customized vaccine made from “neo-antigens,” which are new targets found in your tumor. It aims to help your immune system fight certain advanced cancers that have not responded well to prior treatment.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - NCT05111561RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a two-drug combo for RAS-mutant or triple negative breast cancer
This study tests a combination of two new drugs, ZEN003694 and binimetinib, for people with advanced solid tumors that have certain gene changes (like RAS mutations) or triple negative breast cancer. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink tumors or slow their growth.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07717281Recruiting
Studying nerve-muscle organoids for refractory myasthenia gravis
This study uses lab-grown mini muscle-nerve cells (organoids) to better understand severe, hard-to-treat myasthenia gravis. It may help researchers find new treatment options for people with the AChR antibody type.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT07200089RecruitingPhase 1
IL-7 treatment after CAR-T therapy for multiple myeloma
This trial tests whether a drug called NT-I7 (a lab-made immune booster) can help people with multiple myeloma who have already received a CAR-T cell therapy called cilta-cel. It's for patients whose myeloma has come back or hasn't responded well to treatment.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07716930Enrolling by invitation
Eye scan study for drug-resistant epilepsy
This study uses a special eye scan (OCT) to look for changes in the retina that might be linked to hard-to-control epilepsy. The goal is to find new biomarkers that could help doctors better understand and manage the condition.
IstanbulAges 18–40 - NCT07715136RecruitingPhase 1
BCMA-CD19 CAR-T for Refractory Inflammatory Myopathy
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy (BCMA-CD19 cCAR-T) for people with inflammatory myopathy that hasn't improved with standard treatments. The goal is to see if this treatment can help control the disease.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–60 - NCT07715630RecruitingPhase 1
PICX CAR-T therapy for relapsed or hard-to-treat multiple myeloma
This trial tests a new treatment called PICX CAR-T, a type of immune cell therapy, for multiple myeloma that has come back or not responded well to at least two prior treatments. It aims to see if this therapy can help control the disease.
Kunming, YunnanAges 18 years+ - NCT07714512RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Anti-CD38 antibody for severe aplastic anemia not helped by other treatments
This study tests a new antibody drug (anti-CD38) for people with severe aplastic anemia that has not responded to or has come back after standard treatments. The goal is to see if this drug can help improve blood counts when other options have failed.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07082803RecruitingPhase 1
TLN-121 for relapsed or refractory non-Hodgkin lymphomas
This trial tests a new drug called TLN-121 for people with certain types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that have come back or not responded to previous treatments. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06941272RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of patritumab deruxtecan for children with hard-to-treat solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug, patritumab deruxtecan, in children and adolescents whose rhabdomyosarcoma or hepatoblastoma has returned or not responded to at least one prior treatment. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors or stop them from growing.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 1 month–17 years - NCT04879043RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Safety study of HDP-101 for relapsed myeloma patients
This early-phase trial tests whether HDP-101 is safe and can potentially help adults with multiple myeloma that has come back or didn’t respond to standard treatments. It focuses on people who have already tried key myeloma medicines and still have measurable disease.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT03986034RecruitingPhase 2
Venetoclax study in relapsed CLL using early tumor tracking
This trial tests how well venetoclax (a targeted pill for CLL) works in people whose CLL has come back or hasn’t responded. It also closely tracks early changes in the CLL cells to better understand what happens during treatment.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–85 - NCT06565689RecruitingPhase 1
YK012 for B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma after prior treatments
This study tests a new daily pill called YK012 for people with certain types of B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma that have not responded to at least two prior treatments. The goal is to see if it is safe and if it can shrink tumors.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06121843RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CAR-T cell therapy in combinations for multiple myeloma
This trial tests a new CAR-T cell therapy (called arlocabtagene autoleucel) combined with other drugs for multiple myeloma that has returned or stopped responding. It aims to find a safe and effective dose while tracking how well the treatment works.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07297979RecruitingPhase 1
Xaluritamig for relapsed or refractory Ewing sarcoma
This trial is testing a new drug called xaluritamig for children, teens, and adults with Ewing sarcoma that has come back or is not responding to treatment. The goal is to see if this drug can shrink the cancer or stop it from growing.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 2 years+ - NCT07704424Recruiting
Testing a heart pump for severe right heart failure
This trial is evaluating a new temporary heart pump called CorVad for people who develop severe right heart failure shortly after heart surgery, a heart attack, or a heart transplant. The pump is designed to help the right side of the heart pump blood when medications are not enough.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18 years+ - NCT07704632Recruiting
Focused ultrasound helmet for severe OCD
This study tests whether a special helmet that uses focused ultrasound can safely change brain activity in adults with severe OCD that hasn't improved with other treatments. It may offer a new option for people who have not found relief from medications or therapy.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–85 - NCT07311746RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of cladribine, ruxolitinib, and venetoclax for T-PLL
This trial tests a combination of three drugs (cladribine, ruxolitinib, and venetoclax) for people with T-cell prolymphocytic leukemia (T-PLL) that has come back or stopped responding to prior treatment. The goal is to see if this therapy can help control the disease.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05333458RecruitingPhase 2
Atezolizumab plus selinexor for advanced alveolar soft tissue sarcoma
This Phase 2 trial tests whether combining atezolizumab with selinexor can slow or shrink advanced alveolar soft part sarcoma (ASPS) in people age 12 and older. It may help by improving the immune system’s ability to fight the cancer and stopping cancer cell growth signals.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 12 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for refractory?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,203 recruiting refractory 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 refractory 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 refractory 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.