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
- NCT06014502RecruitingPhase 1
Study of IMGS-001 for advanced solid tumors that returned after treatment
This trial tests a new drug, IMGS-001, in people with advanced solid tumors that have grown back or not responded to standard treatments. It aims to find a safe dose and see if it helps shrink tumors.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05997615RecruitingPhase 1
Study of VIR-5500 for advanced prostate cancer
This trial tests VIR-5500 (AMX-500), a new targeted treatment, in men with prostate cancer that has spread and stopped responding to standard therapies. The goal is to see if it is safe and if it may help shrink or slow the cancer.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05976555RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T-cell therapy for relapsed myeloma after multiple treatments
This Phase 1 study tests an experimental CAR T-cell treatment that targets BCMA in people with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma. It may help shrink the cancer after it has not responded to several prior therapies.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 18–80 - NCT05990465RecruitingPhase 1
LV20.19 CAR T-cells plus pirtobrutinib for relapsed B-cell lymphoma
This trial combines a new type of CAR T-cell therapy (LV20.19) with a targeted pill called pirtobrutinib to treat B-cell lymphomas that have come back or stopped responding. The goal is to see if this combination works better than each alone.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 18–81 - NCT05991388RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
New treatments for children with relapsed B-NHL
This trial tests two new treatment combinations for children and young adults with B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma that has come back or not responded to previous therapy. The goal is to find better options for treating this cancer.
Sydney, New South WalesAges Up to 25 years - NCT05968768RecruitingPhase 2
Naxitamab trial for children with treatment-resistant Ewing sarcoma
This Phase 2 trial studies naxitamab (a targeted antibody) in children and young adults whose Ewing sarcoma has come back or kept growing despite prior treatment. You may be eligible if the tumor shows a target called GD2 and if your heart, lungs, and past treatment recovery meet safety requirements.
Warsaw, MazowianAges 2–21 - NCT05949125RecruitingPhase 1
Immune cell therapy for advanced acute myeloid leukemia
This trial tests a new type of immune cell therapy (called Allo-RevCAR01-T cells) for people with relapsed or hard-to-treat acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has a marker called CD123. The treatment is given with a separate molecule that helps activate these cells to attack the leukemia. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and can help control the disease.
Ulm, Baden-WurttembergAges 18 years+ - NCT05922501RecruitingPhase 2
Test four medicines for relapsed multiple myeloma
This Phase 2 study tests a combination of medicines (isatuximab, belantamab mafodotin, pomalidomide, and dexamethasone) for multiple myeloma that has come back or did not respond to prior treatment. It may help by better controlling the myeloma after standard therapies have failed.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05934448RecruitingPhase 2
CAR T plus pembrolizumab for relapsed lymphoma after prior treatment
This Phase 2 trial studies CAR T-cell therapy combined with pembrolizumab for certain hard-to-treat lymphomas that have come back or did not respond. It aims to improve tumor response and outcomes after you’ve already tried standard treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05886036RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing rituximab vs mosunetuzumab for NLPHL
This trial compares two immunotherapy drugs, rituximab and mosunetuzumab, to see which works better for people with nodular lymphocyte-predominant Hodgkin lymphoma (NLPHL) who need treatment. It's for both newly diagnosed and previously treated patients.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05896228RecruitingPhase 2
Combination therapy for relapsed multiple myeloma to target MRD
This Phase 2 trial tests iberdomide plus daratumumab, carfilzomib, and dexamethasone in people whose multiple myeloma has come back or not responded. The goal is to increase how often patients reach “MRD-negative” status, meaning very small amounts of cancer cells are not detectable, which may help improve outcomes.
Miami, FloridaAges 18–75 - NCT05892718RecruitingPhase 1
Testing an immune drug for hard-to-treat cancers
This early-phase study tests HCB101, an immune-targeting drug, to see if it is safe and can shrink certain solid tumors or non-Hodgkin lymphoma. It may help people whose cancer has returned or stopped responding to standard treatments.
Port Saint Lucie, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05859997Enrolling by invitation
CAR-T cell therapy for active autoimmune disease flare-ups
This study tests an immune-cell treatment (CAR-T, called BRL-301) in people with certain autoimmune diseases that are active and hard to control. It may help your immune system calm down if standard treatments have not worked or your disease has returned.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT05856981RecruitingPhase 1
Testing ADU-1805 for advanced solid tumors safety
This early study tests whether ADU-1805 is safe in people with advanced solid tumors and checks how the body processes the drug. Depending on your cancer type, it may also be looking specifically at certain cancers that have not yet received PD-(L)1 immunotherapy.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT05876000Recruiting
Heart pump study for very severe heart failure
This trial tests a left ventricular assist system (a mechanical heart pump for the left side of the heart) in people with very severe heart failure. It may help people who are too sick or not improving despite best available medical treatment.
GrazAges 18–75 - NCT05858684RecruitingEarly Phase 1
CAR-T therapy for hard-to-control lupus
This early-phase study tests a special immune therapy (CAR-T cells) made to target disease-driving immune cells in adults with lupus that has not improved despite standard treatments. It may offer a new option for people with severe, active lupus symptoms.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT05859074RecruitingPhase 1
Testing MQ710 injections alone or with pembrolizumab for advanced cancers
This early-phase study tests MQ710, a medicine given by injection into a reachable tumor, to see how well it can control advanced cancers. Some participants also receive pembrolizumab, an immunotherapy, to help the immune system fight the cancer.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT05848765RecruitingPhase 2
Trial for relapsed follicular lymphoma after prior chemo
This Phase 2 trial studies treatment options for follicular lymphoma that has returned or did not respond to prior therapy. It compares a standard chemotherapy approach against another study treatment to see which works better and is tolerable.
AberdeenAges 18 years+ - NCT05867602RecruitingPhase 2
High-dose albumin for stubborn fluid buildup in liver disease
This Phase 2 trial tests whether high-dose albumin can reduce “refractory ascites,” which is fluid buildup in the belly that doesn’t improve with the highest tolerated water pills (diuretics). If you have liver cirrhosis and need frequent drainage, this study may offer a new treatment option.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05853965RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of belantamab plus venetoclax for relapsed myeloma
This Phase 1/2 trial tests whether combining belantamab mafodotin with venetoclax can treat multiple myeloma that has come back or did not respond (relapsed/refractory). It focuses on a specific myeloma subtype with a t(11;14) genetic marker, aiming to reduce the cancer in people who have already had several treatments.
Hamburg, HamAges 18 years+ - NCT05826535RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Test of CAR T-cell therapy for aggressive B-cell lymphoma
This Phase 1/2 study tests a lab-made immune cell treatment (CAR T cells) made from your own blood cells to treat aggressive large B-cell lymphoma that has come back or didn’t respond. If you qualify, the goal is to see whether this treatment is safe and can shrink lymphoma.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05312255Recruiting
Non-drug help to improve quality of life in myeloma
This study tests non-chemotherapy supports meant to improve quality of life and immune health for people with multiple myeloma (or related conditions). Depending on the group, it may involve activities, nutrition, and/or a medication like a beta blocker.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05788120Recruiting
Study heart rhythm problems in adults on VA ECMO
This study looks at how often abnormal heart rhythms happen and how serious they are in adults who are supported with VA ECMO for severe heart failure. It mainly involves using medical information, aiming to better understand complications in this critical situation.
AngersAges 18 years+ - NCT05791409RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Venetoclax plus epcoritamab for relapsed or refractory CLL
This early-phase study tests whether combining venetoclax (a tablet) with epcoritamab (a targeted antibody) can control CLL/SLL that has come back or did not respond. It may help by boosting the immune system’s ability to attack the cancer while keeping the treatment schedule in cycles.
MelbourneAges 18 years+
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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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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.