Clinical trials
Thoracic clinical trials
Below are recruiting thoracic clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 308 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06595784Recruiting
COPD and heart disease study
This study looks at people who have both COPD (a long-term lung condition) and a heart problem. The goal is to learn more about how these two conditions affect each other and to help doctors provide better care.
AlexandroupoliAges 35–99 - NCT06536868RecruitingPhase 2
Tislelizumab with chemo and radiation for extensive-stage small cell lung cancer
This trial tests a combination of an immunotherapy drug (tislelizumab) with chemotherapy and chest radiation for people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer (SCLC) that has spread. The goal is to see if this combination helps shrink or control the cancer longer.
Jincheng, ShanxiAges 18–80 - 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+ - NCT06235645Recruiting
Detecting lung disease in rheumatoid arthritis with ultrasound
This study tests if a lung ultrasound can detect early signs of lung disease in people with rheumatoid arthritis. It may help you if you have certain risk factors, like being male, older, or a smoker.
ToursAges 18 years+ - NCT06165991RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two types of numbing medicine for lung surgery pain
This trial compares two forms of a numbing medicine (bupivacaine) injected near the spine to reduce pain after lung surgery. It aims to find which works better for controlling pain after a lobectomy (removal of a lung lobe).
Jinan, ShandongAges 18 years+ - NCT06075316Recruiting
Tracking recovery after chest surgery using patient check-ins
This study tests a simple way to track your recovery after major chest surgery by checking in with you through a phone call or online survey. You'll help doctors see how you're doing and improve care for future patients.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18–99 - NCT03623958Recruiting
Image-guided minimally invasive lung surgery versus standard surgery
This study compares an image-guided version of a minimally invasive lung surgery to the standard approach for removing small lung nodules. It may help doctors improve planning and targeting of the nodule during surgery.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06038227Recruiting
Robotic vs. VATS surgery for early lung cancer
This study compares two types of minimally invasive surgery—robotic-assisted (da Vinci) and VATS—for people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see which approach might work better and help patients recover faster.
CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT05927090Enrolling by invitation
Repair outcomes after acute aortic dissection surgery
This study looks at how patients do after surgery for an urgent (acute) tear of the aorta or related bleeding in the wall of the ascending aorta. It may help doctors better understand what outcomes to expect after early emergency surgery.
Saint-DenisAges 18–90 - NCT05877300RecruitingPhase 1
Test a new esophagus implant to rebuild a short esophagus segment
This Phase 1 study tests the safety and feasibility of a new esophagus implant for people who need only a short (about 6 cm or less) section of their esophagus rebuilt after serious injury or scarring. If it does not work, you must be willing to have a planned “rescue” surgery later.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05552846Recruiting
Radiation to the chest after chemo-immunotherapy for small cell lung cancer
This trial looks at whether giving additional targeted radiation to the chest can help people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer after they finish standard chemo-immunotherapy. It may help control the cancer in the lung area and prevent it from coming back there.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT05544721Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Nerve-block pain study for thoracic outlet surgery
This trial tests whether a targeted numbing injection near the back helps reduce pain or improve comfort for people having first rib removal surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome. It’s a Phase 4 study, meaning it builds on earlier use of this pain-control approach to see how well it works in routine care.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05395598Recruiting
Long-term follow-up for large aortic root aneurysm risks
This study follows people with an enlarged aortic root to track how often serious complications happen over time. It may help doctors understand risk and improve care by observing outcomes for up to five years.
Lille, Please Choose...Ages 45–80 - NCT05162638Enrolling by invitation
Immune study in MS and healthy adults using a special tube
This study compares immune (defense system) “profiles” between people with multiple sclerosis (MS) and healthy volunteers. It involves a thoracic duct cannulation procedure and several MRIs to see how immune cells behave and whether a specific immune pattern is different in MS.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–40 - 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+ - NCT04855786Recruiting
Drain lymph fluid to reduce inflammation in septic shock
This study tests whether draining fluid from a chest lymph channel can lower inflammation chemicals (cytokines) in people with septic shock. It’s done using a procedure and aims to see if this helps stabilize the body’s inflammatory response.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–80 - NCT04546230Recruiting
Epidural anesthesia for keyhole kidney removal surgery
This trial studies using a small-needle spinal/epidural type pain medicine delivered to your back during a keyhole kidney removal. It may help control pain and reduce the need for stronger pain medicines during and after surgery.
CairoAges 18–70 - NCT04118660Recruiting
Thoracic specimen registry for adults with chest conditions
This study is a “specimen registry,” meaning it collects and stores samples from adults with chest (thoracic) diseases. It may help researchers better understand lung and chest conditions and improve future testing or treatments.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 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 - NCT04246463Recruiting
Aortic stent graft patient registry to track outcomes
This study is a registry that follows people who receive an aortic endovascular (through-the-blood-vessel) stent graft. It helps doctors understand how well these grafts work and what outcomes happen over time.
Long Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03536312Recruiting
Surgery versus monitoring for enlarged ascending aorta
This trial compares two ways to treat an enlarged (bigger) ascending aorta: having surgery now versus careful imaging follow-up (surveillance). It may help you and your care team decide which approach lowers the risk of serious problems for aneurysms in a specific size range.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–79 - NCT02941458Recruiting
Registry for people with chest (thoracic) tumors
This study is a registry that collects information from people who have tumors in the chest. It may include people receiving active treatment or only comfort (palliative) care, helping researchers learn about these conditions.
Ferrol, A CoruñaAges Any age - NCT00583817Enrolling by invitation
Endovascular repair for thoracic aortic aneurysms and dissections
This study tests whether repairing an enlarged or tearing (dissection) thoracic aorta using a catheter-based procedure can be safer for people who are high-risk for open surgery. It uses specialized stent grafts placed through blood vessels to seal the problem and prevent complications.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04522687Recruiting
Blood lymphocyte changes studied during radiation and chemotherapy for lung cancers
This study looks at how a type of white blood cell in your blood changes while you receive radiation and chemotherapy. The goal is to see whether these blood changes relate to treatment, especially in certain chest (thoracic) cancers.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for thoracic?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 308 recruiting thoracic 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 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 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.
Related conditions
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.