Clinical trials
Thoracic Cancer clinical trials
Below are recruiting thoracic cancer clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 100 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06103682Recruiting
Treating growing lung spots with local therapy
This trial tests if focusing treatment on a few new or growing lung tumors can help people with lung cancer who are already on systemic therapy. You may qualify if you have stable disease overall but a small number of new spots that can be safely treated with radiation or other local procedures.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05150145Recruiting
Radiation versus observation for liver spread of small cell lung cancer
This trial compares giving liver-directed radiation to watching closely without radiation. It is for people with small cell lung cancer that has spread to the liver, to see whether radiation helps control the disease.
Guiyang, GuizhouAges 18–70 - NCT06185062Recruiting
Pelvic cancer registry for online adapted radiotherapy
This study collects data from patients receiving a type of radiation therapy that is adjusted in real-time. It aims to learn more about how well this approach works for pelvic and chest tumors.
GöttingenAges 18 years+ - NCT07242547RecruitingPhase 2
Tarlatamab maintenance for limited-stage small cell lung cancer
This trial tests a new immunotherapy medicine called tarlatamab given as maintenance therapy after initial treatment for limited-stage small cell lung cancer. It aims to keep the cancer from coming back.
Albacete, AlbaceteAges 18 years+ - NCT06621472Recruiting
Comparing two nerve blocks for liver surgery pain
This study compares two types of pain-relieving injections (nerve blocks) used during liver surgery. One is a retrolaminar block and the other is a subcostal transversus abdominis plane block. The goal is to see which one provides better pain control after surgery.
CairoAges 18–65 - NCT07407933RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
YL201 with other cancer drugs for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug, YL201, combined with other cancer treatments for people with a certain type of advanced lung cancer (extensive-stage small cell lung cancer). It may help shrink tumors or slow their growth.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07358676RecruitingPhase 2
Study of bemotuzumab plus chemo and anlotinib for advanced small cell lung cancer
This trial tests a combination of the targeted drug bemotuzumab, chemotherapy, and anlotinib (which blocks blood vessel growth) followed by radiation therapy for people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer who haven't had treatment yet. The goal is to see if this approach helps control the cancer.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT04630496Recruiting
Walk Test Before Lung Surgery for Older Adults
This study is looking at a “walk and movement” challenge for older adults preparing for thoracic (chest) surgery. It may help the team understand mobility and support safer care before surgery.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 65 years+ - NCT06587152Enrolling by invitation
Robotic surgical system trial for chest and belly surgeries
This trial uses a robotic system to assist surgeons during chest and belly surgeries. It aims to see if the robot is safe and effective for procedures like hernia repair, gallbladder removal, or hysterectomy.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–80 - NCT07015892RecruitingPhase 3
Higher radiation dose for limited-stage small cell lung cancer
This trial tests a higher dose of radiation therapy for people with limited-stage small cell lung cancer (cancer that hasn't spread beyond the chest). It aims to see if the higher dose works better than the standard dose at controlling the cancer.
Salamanca, SalamancaAges 18 years+ - NCT07479199Recruiting
Radiofrequency ablation and radiation for painful spine tumors
This trial tests a treatment that uses heat (radiofrequency ablation) and radiation to relieve pain from tumors in the spine. It may help if you have cancer that has spread to your upper or lower back and you have moderate to severe pain.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06411795RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing two pain relief methods after Whipple surgery
This study compares two ways to manage pain after Whipple surgery: a long-lasting numbing injection near the belly muscles (rectus sheath block) versus an epidural (a tube placed in your back). The goal is to see which method provides better pain relief and recovery.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT06596954Recruiting
Lymphocyte-sparing radiation for esophageal cancer
This trial tests a special type of radiation therapy that aims to spare your immune cells (lymphocytes) while treating esophageal cancer. It may help patients with locally advanced esophageal squamous cell carcinoma who are in good overall health.
Shanghai, ChinaAges 18–80 - NCT06680050RecruitingPhase 2
Study of radiation plus two drugs for advanced lung cancer after prior treatment
This trial tests whether adding two drugs, durvalumab and ceralasertib, after radiotherapy can help patients with stage III non-small cell lung cancer whose cancer has come back in the chest or spread to a few other spots after previous treatment with durvalumab. It aims to improve outcomes by boosting the immune system's ability to fight the cancer.
BresciaAges 18 years+ - NCT04871412RecruitingPhase 3
Surgery care program for lung or upper GI cancer patients
This trial tests an “integrative” support program around the time of cancer surgery to see if it improves care and outcomes for people having surgery for lung, stomach, or esophagus cancer. It may help by adding extra structured support during the peri-operative (around-surgery) period.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT04174079Recruiting
Chemotherapy after esophagus surgery for lymph node spread
This trial studies whether adding chemotherapy after surgery for esophageal squamous cell cancer can reduce the chance the cancer returns. It focuses on people whose surgery removed cancerous lymph nodes and who are healthy enough to tolerate chemotherapy.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT07323732RecruitingPhase 2
BIO 300 and radiation for lung cancer with lung scarring
This trial tests if adding BIO 300 to chest radiation is safe and helps people who have both non-small cell lung cancer (early stage) and interstitial lung disease (scarring of the lungs). It aims to find better treatment options for this specific group.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT06082206Recruiting
Nerve blocks to prevent long-term pain after breast cancer surgery
This study compares two types of nerve blocks (pectoral nerve block vs. paravertebral block) to see which one better prevents long-term pain after breast cancer surgery.
AsyutAges 20–65 - NCT06262321RecruitingPhase 2
Chest Radiation for Advanced Lung Cancer at High Risk of Symptoms
This study tests whether giving radiation to tumors in the chest soon after starting systemic therapy can help prevent symptoms like pain, trouble breathing, or bleeding. It is for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that does not have certain gene changes and has high-risk tumors in the chest.
Rochester, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06197425RecruitingPhase 3
Extra chemotherapy after surgery for colorectal cancer with positive ctDNA
This trial tests whether giving more chemotherapy can help people who still have cancer DNA in their blood after surgery and standard chemotherapy for colorectal cancer. The goal is to prevent the cancer from coming back.
DijonAges 18–80 - NCT07134660Recruiting
Comparing two numbing medicines for lung surgery pain
This study compares two types of numbing medicine (liposomal vs. hydrochloride bupivacaine) injected near the ribs during lung surgery. The goal is to see which one provides better pain relief after the operation.
ShanghaiAges 18–80 - NCT07425795RecruitingPhase 2
Tislelizumab with chemo and radiation for first-line extensive SCLC
This trial tests a combination of an immunotherapy drug (tislelizumab), chemotherapy, and then radiation to the chest for people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer who haven't had prior treatment. The goal is to see if this approach helps control the cancer longer.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT05092373RecruitingPhase 1
Tumor treating device plus targeted or immune drugs for advanced cancers
This Phase 1 study tests whether a tumor treating fields device works better when added to standard cancer drugs. It may help people with advanced solid tumors in the chest or belly, especially when standard treatment didn’t work or can’t be tolerated.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07575763Recruiting
CT scan vs standard sizing for breathing tubes in chest surgery
This study compares two methods for choosing the right size breathing tube for lung surgery: one uses a CT scan beforehand, the other uses standard sizing. The goal is to see which method works better and causes fewer complications.
AmmanAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for thoracic cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 100 recruiting thoracic 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 thoracic 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 thoracic 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.