Clinical trials
Refractory clinical trials
Below are recruiting refractory clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,200 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07344818RecruitingEarly Phase 1
CAR-T cell therapy targeting CD19 and CD20 for hard-to-treat B-cell lymphoma
This early-stage study tests a new type of immune cell therapy (CAR-T) that targets two proteins, CD19 and CD20, on your lymphoma cells. It is for people with aggressive B-cell lymphoma that has returned or not responded after several treatments. The goal is to see if this therapy can help shrink the cancer.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07347171RecruitingPhase 1
Testing CG009301 for blood cancers that returned or didn't respond
This trial tests a new drug called CG009301 for people with blood cancers that have come back or haven't responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and works against these cancers.
NanchangAges 18–75 - NCT07336472RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
IBI3003 for relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma
This trial tests a new drug called IBI3003 for people with multiple myeloma that has come back or not responded to at least 3 prior treatments. The goal is to see if IBI3003 is safe and effective.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07342478RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing two BTK inhibitors for CLL/SLL after prior treatment
This study compares two oral targeted therapies, rocbrutinib and pirtobrutinib, for people with CLL or SLL whose disease has come back or stopped responding after treatment with a covalent BTK inhibitor (like ibrutinib). The goal is to see which drug works better and has fewer side effects.
Skokie, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07336849Recruiting
Embolization for chronic shoulder pain not helped by other treatments
This trial tests a minimally invasive procedure called transcatheter arterial embolization using tiny particles (Nexsphere-F) to reduce chronic shoulder pain that has not improved with physical therapy, medications, or injections. It aims to see if this treatment can safely improve pain and shoulder movement.
SeoulAges 19–85 - NCT07339332RecruitingEarly Phase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for moderate to severe lupus
This study tests whether a new CAR-T cell treatment (called CT1195E) can help people with lupus that hasn't improved with standard medicines. CAR-T cells are specially trained immune cells that seek out and destroy certain faulty immune cells, which may reduce lupus symptoms. The trial is for people with moderate to severe active lupus affecting organs like the kidneys, heart, or blood system.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–65 - NCT07337785RecruitingEarly Phase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new kind of cell therapy (UCAR-T) that targets CD19 and BCMA proteins on immune cells. It is for people with certain neurological autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis, myasthenia gravis, chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy, or autoimmune encephalitis who have not responded well to standard treatments.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–70 - NCT06605586RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Test of tasquinimod for myelofibrosis that stopped responding to JAK inhibitor therapy
This trial tests an oral drug called tasquinimod for people with myelofibrosis that no longer responds to or cannot take a JAK inhibitor. The goal is to see if tasquinimod can help shrink an enlarged spleen and improve symptoms.
AachenAges 18 years+ - NCT07332507RecruitingPhase 1
Testing teclistamab for recurrent plasmablastic lymphoma
This trial tests a new drug called teclistamab for people with plasmablastic lymphoma that has come back or not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if teclistamab can shrink tumors and control the disease.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07331467RecruitingPhase 1
Ultra-fast CAR-T cell therapy for lupus
This trial tests a new CAR-T cell treatment for people with lupus who still have moderate to severe symptoms despite trying standard medications. It aims to quickly stop the immune system from attacking the body.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT07328581RecruitingPhase 2
CAR-T cell therapy for refractory lupus with or without kidney involvement
This trial tests a new treatment called ICG318 CAR-T, which uses your own immune cells to target and calm the overactive immune system in lupus. It may help people whose lupus has not improved with standard treatments, including those with lupus nephritis (kidney inflammation).
Chicago, IllinoisAges 16–70 - NCT07333677RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Testing CAR-T therapy for severe graves' disease
This early-phase trial tests a new type of treatment called CAR-T cells (special immune cells made in a lab) to target and calm down the overactive immune system in people with severe Graves' disease that hasn't improved with standard medicines. It may offer a new option for those who have been on treatment for years or have had multiple relapses.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07328191Recruiting
Transfusion guided by quality of life for MDS or AML
This study is for people with MDS or AML who are not receiving treatment to cure the disease and need regular blood transfusions. It looks at whether using a quality-of-life questionnaire can guide transfusion decisions, to see if fewer transfusions can keep you feeling well.
NiceAges 18 years+ - NCT07325851Recruiting
Ozone therapy for chronic pain when other options fail
This study is testing ozone therapy as a palliative treatment for people with chronic pain who haven't found relief from other options. It aims to see if adding ozone can improve pain and quality of life.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las PalmasAges 18 years+ - NCT05190471RecruitingPhase 1
Study drug for adults with AML that did not respond or returned
This Phase 1 study tests BP1002 in adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that is refractory (not responding) or relapsed (coming back). It’s early-stage, aiming to find a safe dose and see if the treatment can help people with limited options.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06201247RecruitingEarly Phase 1
CD123-targeted immune cell therapy for relapsed/refractory AML
This early-phase trial tests an 'off-the-shelf' immune cell treatment (CAR-NK cells) that targets a protein called CD123 on leukemia cells. It's for people with AML that has returned or hasn't responded to standard treatments.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06863350Recruiting
Closing a heart hole to treat drug-resistant epilepsy
This trial tests if closing a small hole in the heart (called a PFO) can reduce seizures in people whose epilepsy isn't controlled by medication. It might offer a new treatment option for those who have both drug-resistant epilepsy and this heart condition.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–60 - NCT07318259RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new CAR-T therapy for lupus
This trial tests a fast-acting CAR-T therapy that targets BCMA and CD70 proteins to treat lupus. It may help people with moderate-to-severe lupus that hasn't improved with standard treatments.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT07319676RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Targeted T-cell therapy for relapsed B-cell lymphoma
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy (CAR T) that targets two markers on lymphoma cells, CD19 and CD22. It is for people with aggressive B-cell lymphoma that has not responded to standard treatments.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 10–80 - NCT07321301RecruitingPhase 2
CAR T-cell therapy for relapsed B-cell lymphoma or leukemia
This trial tests a new type of CAR T-cell therapy for people with B-cell lymphoma or leukemia that has not responded to standard treatments. The therapy uses a special delivery system to help the cells target and kill cancer cells.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 14–85 - NCT07318961Recruiting
Using a piece of your own eye tissue to fix a stubborn macular hole
This trial tests whether a small piece of tissue from your own eye (the Tenon's capsule) can be used as a patch to help close a macular hole that hasn't healed with previous surgery or is chronic and large.
Banhā, BenhaAges 18 years+ - NCT07322718RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Testing RXIM002 for severe autoimmune diseases
This study tests a new drug called RXIM002 for people with severe autoimmune diseases that haven't improved with standard treatments. It aims to see if targeting immune cells with the CD19 marker can help control the disease.
Shanghai, Huangpu DistrictAges 18–65 - NCT07322263RecruitingPhase 2
Gemcitabine and docetaxel for bladder cancer that returned after BCG
This trial tests a combination of two chemotherapy drugs (gemcitabine and docetaxel) given directly into the bladder to treat high-risk non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer that has come back or not responded to BCG therapy. It's for people who cannot or choose not to have their bladder removed.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–99 - NCT05595447RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing new treatment for Hodgkin lymphoma that came back
This study tests a treatment plan for adults with Hodgkin lymphoma that has returned or did not respond to ABVD chemotherapy. It may help people with a higher-risk pattern of disease, as long as their organ function and overall health meet study limits.
León, GuanajuatoAges 15–90
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for refractory?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,200 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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