Clinical trials
Small Cell Lung Cancer clinical trials
Below are recruiting small cell lung cancer clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,511 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04691817RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing tocilizumab plus atezolizumab after lung cancer treatment failure
This trial studies whether combining tocilizumab with atezolizumab can help people with advanced lung cancer that has already stopped responding to an immune checkpoint medicine. It may help when standard immune therapy (and other treatments) aren’t working anymore.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04728724RecruitingPhase 2
Check immune treatment before surgery for stage III lung cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests an “immunotherapy” medicine given before surgery for stage III non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to shrink the cancer and make curative surgery more successful while monitoring safety and response.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT04762199RecruitingPhase 1
MRX-2843 with osimertinib for EGFR-mutant lung cancer
This Phase 1 study tests whether combining MRX-2843 with osimertinib can help control advanced lung cancer that has specific EGFR gene changes. It is designed to find the safest dose and check early signs of tumor response.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT04771520RecruitingPhase 2
Avapritinib for tumors with specific KIT or PDGFRA changes
This Phase 2 trial studies avapritinib, a targeted medicine, for people whose cancer has specific KIT or PDGFRA genetic changes. It may help shrink or slow growth of certain advanced cancers, including some brain tumors, when standard treatments have not worked or for specific glioblastoma cases.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04777084RecruitingPhase 2
Lenvatinib plus PD-1 antibody for advanced lung cancer
This Phase 2 study tests whether a combination of lenvatinib and a PD-1/PD-L1–blocking antibody (IBI318) can shrink advanced non-small cell lung cancer and is safe to use. It targets people whose cancer has specific genetic changes or specific prior treatment history, based on three different study groups.
Changsha, HunanAges 18–75 - NCT04777175Recruiting
Looking at immunotherapy for lung cancer with rare gene mutations
This study looks back at patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer who have specific rare gene changes (mutations). It aims to see how well immunotherapy works for people with these exact mutations.
Changsha, HunanAges 18–75 - NCT04787042RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Safety and early benefits of ST-067 for advanced solid tumors
This early-stage trial tests ST-067 to see if it is safe and whether it may shrink advanced cancers. It also looks at how the drug moves through the body and affects the immune system.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT04789486RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
MR-guided radiation plus nanoparticles for central lung or pancreatic tumors
This early-phase study tests a new way to deliver focused radiation using MRI guidance and tiny particles, aiming to treat certain central lung tumors or locally advanced pancreatic cancer. It’s designed to see how safe it is and how well it can control these tumors.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04789681RecruitingPhase 2
Canakinumab to prevent lung cancer from persistent lung nodules
This trial tests canakinumab to lower the risk of lung cancer growing from persistent lung nodules seen on CT scans. It may help people at higher risk who have either never had lung cancer or had early lung cancer treated in the past.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04790253Recruiting
Check brain radiation timing or frequent MRI scans for SCLC
This study compares two ways to follow and treat small-cell lung cancer in the brain: preventive brain radiation versus close monitoring with MRI scans and treatment only if needed. It may help people avoid unnecessary brain treatment or choose the safer timing strategy.
GrazAges 18 years+ - NCT04806412Recruiting
Gene testing in lung cancer fluid samples
This study looks at fluid from around the lungs (pleural fluid) to find gene changes (oncodrivers) in people with non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if this fluid can replace a tissue biopsy for testing.
Næstved, Region SjællandAges 18 years+ - NCT04849481Recruiting
Precision medicine planning for advanced lung cancer tissue testing
This trial uses your tumor sample to guide personalized treatment decisions for certain lung cancers. It may help by matching you to a more targeted plan based on genetic testing and your prior treatment history.
Chiayi CityAges 20 years+ - NCT04852588Recruiting
Sample chest lymph nodes during treatment for advanced lung cancer
This study checks lymph nodes in the chest (using a camera-guided test) in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer who are getting curative-intent radiation. The trial may help doctors better confirm how far the cancer has spread and guide the best radiation treatment plan.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT04875585RecruitingPhase 2
Neoadjuvant and post-surgery immunotherapy for operable lung cancer
This trial tests a combination of medicines given before surgery and immunotherapy after surgery for resectable non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It aims to shrink the tumor before the operation and reduce the risk of cancer coming back after surgery.
Innsbruck, TyrolAges 18 years+ - NCT04892953RecruitingPhase 2
Durvalumab plus focused radiation for progressing stage III lung cancer
This trial studies adding focused radiation to some cancer spots in people with stage III non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose cancer did not fully stop after standard chemoradiation and durvalumab. The goal is to control a small number of growing spots (or more than a few) and improve outcomes after durvalumab.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04895709RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new cancer drug for advanced solid tumors
This early-phase trial tests how well a new drug (BMS-986340) works alone and combined with other treatments in people with advanced solid tumors that have progressed despite standard care. It also studies tumor samples to look for biomarkers that may predict who benefits.
Clovis, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04900935Recruiting
Survivorship and palliative care planning for metastatic lung cancer
This study tests a more patient-centered way to plan survivorship care and comfort (palliative) care for people with metastatic lung cancer. It may help you get support that matches your goals, especially alongside your current targeted treatment.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04913311Recruiting
Testing markers to predict lung inflammation after lung cancer treatment
This study looks for early “predictive markers” to tell who is most likely to develop lung inflammation after standard treatment for non-small cell lung cancer. It may help clinicians spot problems sooner and tailor care, using additional monitoring during treatment.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT04919382RecruitingPhase 2
Temozolomide plus atezolizumab for advanced small cell lung cancer
This trial studies temozolomide plus atezolizumab in people with metastatic or recurring small cell lung cancer that has already come back or progressed after standard platinum chemotherapy plus immunotherapy. It may help by trying a new combination after prior treatment has stopped working.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT04930432RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
MCLA-129 for advanced EGFR- and MET-positive lung and other cancers
This early-phase trial tests MCLA-129, an antibody that targets EGFR and MET, in people with advanced cancers that have specific lab “biomarker” results. It’s for patients whose cancer has grown after standard treatments or can’t take standard treatment, with the goal of shrinking tumors and improving symptoms.
BaodingAges 18 years+ - NCT04933903RecruitingPhase 2
Neoadjuvant low-dose radiation plus immunotherapy before lung surgery
This trial tests whether giving low-dose focused radiation and two immunotherapy drugs before lung surgery can improve outcomes for people with operable, resectable non-small cell lung cancer. It aims to shrink or control the cancer before surgery and help reduce the chance it comes back.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT05339568Recruiting
Smartphone support program for people with advanced lung cancer
This trial tests a “whole process follow-up” care plan, using a smartphone, to support people with non-small cell lung cancer from diagnosis through treatment and follow-up. It may help you manage care steps more smoothly if you’re not a candidate for curative (radical) treatment or don’t want surgery.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18 years+ - NCT07699328RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of VRN110755 for EGFR-mutant lung cancer
This trial tests a new oral targeted therapy (VRN110755) for people with EGFR-mutant lung cancer. It is for those whose cancer has advanced or spread, and who either have not been treated yet or who stopped responding to previous EGFR pills.
Bedford Park, South AustraliaAges 18 years+ - NCT05628376Recruiting
Tracking lung cancer evolution through treatment
This study follows people with lung cancer over time to see how the disease changes, especially during and after treatment. By collecting tumor samples and blood tests every few months, researchers hope to understand why some cancers come back or become resistant, and find better ways to treat them.
LondonAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for small cell lung cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,511 recruiting small cell lung 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 small cell lung 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 small cell lung 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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