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 1,489 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05940532RecruitingPhase 2
Sutimab plus chemotherapy for advanced lung cancer needing radiation
This trial tests a cancer-fighting antibody (sugemalimab) added to standard chemotherapy for stage III lung cancer that can’t be removed by surgery but may be treated with radiation. It aims to improve control of your cancer while checking safety and side effects.
ChangshaAges 18–75 - NCT05623267RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
SugeMalimab after lung radiation and chemotherapy for limited-stage SCLC
This trial tests sugemalimab as “extra treatment” after standard chemoradiation for limited-stage small cell lung cancer. It aims to lower the chance of the cancer coming back by helping the immune system stay active after initial therapy.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT06001151RecruitingPhase 2
Cadonilimab plus chemo for PD-L1 negative lung cancer
This trial tests a new immunotherapy drug called cadonilimab combined with chemotherapy as a first treatment for people with advanced non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer that does not have the PD-L1 protein. The goal is to see if this combination works better than standard treatments.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT05841472RecruitingPhase 2
Camrelizumab plus chemo for advanced lung cancer without EGFR or ALK
This Phase 2 trial tests whether the immunotherapy drug camrelizumab, combined with pemetrexed and carboplatin, can work better as first treatment for advanced lung cancer that has no EGFR or ALK gene changes. You may be able to join if you have measurable disease, good enough organ function, and meet other safety rules for immune treatment.
AnamAges 19–80 - 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 - NCT06026735Recruiting
Lung cancer with brain spread: a surgical study
This trial looks at people with non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to the brain or the membranes around the brain. It aims to learn more about patients who are already scheduled for brain surgery, such as removing a tumor or placing a drain.
TaipeiAges 20–90 - NCT03742687Recruiting
Testing a shorter, stronger radiation schedule for lung cancer
This trial studies a different way to deliver radiation to people with locally advanced, non-operable non-small cell lung cancer. It may help by aiming to treat the tumor effectively with a different radiation timing and dose pattern.
AarhusAges 18 years+ - NCT05732974Recruiting
Using a computer tool to find lung cancer relapse risk
This study uses a machine-learning computer method to identify people with early-stage lung cancer who have a higher risk of the cancer coming back after surgery. If you qualify, your information may help researchers improve how doctors predict relapse and plan follow-up care.
ToulouseAges 18 years+ - NCT06043973RecruitingPhase 3
Almonertinib plus anlotinib for first-line advanced lung cancer
This trial tests a combination of two targeted drugs (almonertinib and anlotinib) as first treatment for advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has specific gene changes (EGFR and TP53 mutations). The goal is to see if the pair works better than standard care.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–75 - NCT06043466RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for CEA-positive advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new cell therapy called CAR-T that targets cancer cells with a protein called CEA. It is for people with certain advanced cancers that have not responded to standard treatments.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT06041776RecruitingPhase 3
Befotertinib after surgery for early-stage lung cancer with EGFR mutation
This trial tests if a targeted therapy pill (befotertinib) can lower the chance of cancer coming back after surgery for non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific EGFR mutation. You may be eligible if your tumor was completely removed and you have stage IB to IIIB disease.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT05724004Recruiting
Alectinib then targeted radiation for ALK-positive lung cancer
This trial tests giving alectinib first, then adding targeted radiation to remaining spots of cancer in people with ALK-rearranged advanced non-small cell lung cancer. It aims to control the cancer after an initial response and help keep disease from progressing.
StockholmAges 20 years+ - NCT05241028RecruitingPhase 2
Adjuvant ensartinib for ALK-positive lung cancer after surgery
This trial studies whether taking ensartinib (a targeted pill) after lung cancer surgery can lower the chance the cancer comes back. It is for people with ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose cancer has been fully removed and who have recovered from treatment.
Shijiazhuang, HebeiAges 18–75 - NCT05777278RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Savolitinib plus docetaxel for advanced lung cancer with high MET
This trial studies savolitinib (an oral MET-targeted medicine) combined with docetaxel (an IV chemotherapy) in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose tumor has high MET activity. It’s designed to see if this combination can shrink tumors or control the cancer after the first standard treatment.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT06080776RecruitingPhase 3
SH-1028 vs placebo for early-stage EGFR-mutated lung cancer
This trial tests a pill called SH-1028 (an EGFR-targeted drug) versus a placebo to see if it helps prevent lung cancer from coming back after surgery in people with EGFR-mutated NSCLC. You may be eligible if you had complete removal of stage II-IIIB NSCLC and your tumor has a specific EGFR mutation.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06092086RecruitingPhase 2
Lorlatinib for first-line treatment of ALK-positive lung cancer
This trial tests a targeted pill, lorlatinib, for people with advanced ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who have not received previous treatment for advanced disease. It aims to see how well the drug works in this setting.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT05997719Recruiting
Study of EGFR-mutated lung cancer evolution and markers
This study looks at how EGFR-mutated lung cancer changes over time and tries to find markers that can predict how well you might respond to treatment. You will provide a tumor sample for genetic analysis.
GuanzhouAges 18 years+ - NCT06102928Recruiting
Anlotinib plus Aumolertinib for first-line treatment of advanced EGFR-mutant lung cancer
This trial tests a combination of two targeted drugs (anlotinib and aumolertinib) as the first treatment for advanced lung cancer with a specific EGFR mutation (L858R). The goal is to see if the combination works better than standard care.
Kunming, YunnanAges 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+ - NCT05344209RecruitingPhase 2
Pembrolizumab plus or minus vaccine for advanced lung cancer
This Phase 2 trial studies pembrolizumab (an immune-boosting cancer medicine) alone or with an added investigational UV1 vaccine in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. It aims to see whether adding the vaccine improves safety and effectiveness, especially in tumors with high PD-L1 levels.
Drammen, AkershusAges 18 years+ - NCT06125041RecruitingPhase 2
Adebelizumab with chemo and radiation for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests a new drug called Adebelizumab (an immunotherapy) combined with chemotherapy and radiation for people with extensive stage small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if this combination helps shrink tumors and improves survival.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–75 - NCT06147570RecruitingPhase 2
Study of HS-10365 for RET fusion-positive lung cancer
This trial tests an experimental drug called HS-10365 for people with advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific genetic change called a RET fusion. The drug aims to block the growth of cancer cells with this mutation.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT04992780RecruitingPhase 2
Hypo-fractionated radiation versus standard radiation for lung cancer
This study compares two different radiation schedules for stage III non-small cell lung cancer, both combined with chemotherapy and immunotherapy. It aims to see whether giving radiation in a different way can work as well (or better) and be safe while treating the cancer.
Kansas City, KansasAges 18 years+ - NCT06160596Recruiting
Understanding long-term cancer survival in hard-to-treat tumors
This study looks at why some people with hard-to-treat cancers live much longer than expected. It collects tumor samples to search for clues that might help future patients.
VillejuifAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for small cell lung cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,489 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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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.