Clinical trials
Unresectable clinical trials
Below are recruiting unresectable clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 461 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 - NCT05959356RecruitingPhase 2
First-line treatment for left-sided metastatic colon cancer with specific tumor markers
This Phase 2 trial tests a combination of medicines (cetuximab, envafolimab, and chemotherapy) as the first treatment for certain left-sided metastatic colorectal cancers. It may help by slowing or shrinking the cancer in people whose tumor has no RAS/BRAF mutations and is microsatellite-stable (MSS).
Foshan, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT05970666RecruitingPhase 2
TACE plus immunotherapy and VEGF drug for unresectable liver cancer
This trial tests whether combining TACE (a liver-targeted chemo procedure) with two medicines—an immune “checkpoint” drug and a blood-vessel blocking drug—can control unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma. It’s designed for people who can’t have surgery or curative ablation, and who still have reasonably strong liver and overall health.
Xiamen, FujianAges 18–75 - NCT05983432RecruitingPhase 1
Study of BL-B01D1 for advanced lung and other solid tumors
This trial tests an experimental drug called BL-B01D1 for people with several types of advanced solid tumors, especially non-small cell lung cancer and breast cancer. It's designed for those whose cancer has continued to grow after standard treatments.
Beverly Hills, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05985954RecruitingPhase 1
Ulixertinib with cetuximab for colorectal cancer
This trial tests whether the drug ulixertinib, combined with cetuximab (and sometimes encorafenib), can help people with advanced or metastatic colorectal cancer who have already tried EGFR or BRAF-targeted therapy. It aims to find new treatment options for these patients.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05988814RecruitingPhase 2
FOLFIRINOX3 for advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a stronger version of FOLFIRINOX chemotherapy for people with pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread to other parts of the body. It aims to see if the new dosing schedule works better and is safe.
DijonAges 18 years+ - NCT05992584RecruitingPhase 2
Lenvatinib, sintilimab, and SIRT for liver cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (lenvatinib and sintilimab) plus a procedure called SIRT (radioactive beads) for people with liver cancer that can't be surgically removed. The goal is to see if this triple approach works better than standard treatments.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06026943Recruiting
Alpha radiation therapy for locally advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a new treatment that uses tiny alpha radiation sources placed directly into the tumor to destroy cancer cells. It is for people with pancreatic cancer that has not spread but cannot be removed surgically, and who have already tried at least one type of chemotherapy or cannot take more chemo.
VeronaAges 18–120 - NCT06034977RecruitingPhase 2
ADI-PEG 20 and Lenvatinib for liver cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs, ADI-PEG 20 and Lenvatinib, for people with advanced liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. It aims to see if this combination can help shrink or control the cancer.
TaoyuanAges 18 years+ - NCT06042894RecruitingPhase 2
Study of two drugs for advanced HER2-negative breast cancer
This trial tests two experimental drugs, SI-B003 and BL-B01D1 plus SI-B003, for people with HER2-negative breast cancer that has spread or cannot be removed by surgery. It is for those who have tried standard treatments or cannot have them.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06079983RecruitingPhase 3
JSKN003 vs. doctor's choice for HER2-low breast cancer
This trial compares a new experimental drug, JSKN003, to standard treatments chosen by your doctor for advanced breast cancer that tests as HER2-low (IHC 1+ or 2+ but not amplified). It's for people whose cancer has spread or can't be removed and who have already had one or two lines of chemotherapy.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT06102057RecruitingPhase 2
PET-guided small volume chemoradiation with immunotherapy for lung cancer
This trial tests a new combination of chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy (durvalumab) for people with stage III non-small cell lung cancer that cannot be removed with surgery. The goal is to see if giving a smaller, more focused radiation dose can be just as effective with fewer side effects.
DresdenAges 18 years+ - NCT06118086RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of REM-422 for advanced adenoid cystic carcinoma
This trial tests an experimental drug called REM-422 for people with adenoid cystic carcinoma (ACC) that has spread, come back, or cannot be removed by surgery. The study has two parts: an early part for people with advanced ACC and a later part for those with a specific genetic change (MYB biomarker) in their tumor. The goal is to see if REM-422 can slow or stop cancer growth.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06122493RecruitingPhase 2
Better treatment for advanced esophageal cancer
This trial tests a new treatment plan for people with advanced esophageal squamous cell carcinoma that has spread to lymph nodes but not to other organs. It aims to find the best way to treat this cancer using radiation and other therapies.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT06138561Recruiting
Bladder cancer treatment study for older adults
This study looks at how well different treatments work for older adults with bladder cancer that has spread and who cannot take cisplatin. It also checks if geriatric assessments help guide care.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 65 years+ - NCT06176885RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus chemo and targeted therapy for MSS colorectal cancer
This trial tests adding immunotherapy to standard chemotherapy and targeted therapy for people with metastatic colorectal cancer that is MSS (microsatellite stable) and cannot be removed with surgery. It aims to see if this combination helps shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Jinhua, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT06184035RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a radioactive drug for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new radioactive drug, 177Lu-SN201, for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. The goal is to see if it can shrink tumors and to find the best dose.
Adelaide, South AustraliaAges 18 years+ - NCT06185556RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
New treatments for liver tumors near blood vessels or bile ducts
This trial tests two procedures—irreversible electroporation and stereotactic body radiotherapy—for people whose colorectal cancer has spread to the liver (1–3 tumors near major blood vessels or bile ducts) and can't be surgically removed or treated with heat. The goal is to see if these approaches can safely destroy those hard-to-reach tumors.
Amsterdam, North HollandAges 18 years+ - NCT06199713Recruiting
Melanoma trial tracking treatment response with PET scans and blood tests
This study is looking at whether a special PET scan (FDG PET/CT) and a blood test that measures ctDNA (cancer DNA in the blood) can help predict how well immune checkpoint inhibitors work in people with advanced melanoma. If you are planning to get treatment with immunotherapy drugs like ipilimumab, nivolumab, or pembrolizumab, you may be able to join.
Madison, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT06214572RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Radiation Therapy for Advanced Gallbladder Cancer
This trial tests a type of radiation therapy for people with advanced gallbladder cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. It is for those whose cancer has not spread to other parts of the body and has stayed stable or improved after initial chemotherapy.
Mumbai, MaharashtraAges 18 years+ - NCT06218810RecruitingPhase 2
Combination therapy for advanced MSS, RAS-mutated colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new combination of three medicines for people with a certain type of advanced colorectal cancer that has not been treated before. It aims to see if adding an immunotherapy drug (Cadonilimab) to standard chemotherapy and a targeted therapy (Bevacizumab) can help shrink tumors and delay disease progression.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT06218914RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new treatment for KRAS G12D cancers
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy (called TCR-T) that targets a specific genetic change (KRAS G12D) in advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. It may be an option if your cancer has this mutation and you have a specific tissue type (HLA).
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06222879RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
New drug combinations for advanced breast cancer
This trial tests a combination of new drugs (HRS-8080, SHR-A2009, or others) for people with advanced breast cancer that has stopped responding to previous treatments. The goal is to see if these combinations can shrink tumors or slow the cancer's growth.
Changsha, HunanAges 18–75 - NCT06224673RecruitingPhase 2
Testing ARX788 for HER2-low advanced breast cancer
This trial tests a new drug, ARX788, for people with HER2-low breast cancer that has spread or cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if ARX788 helps shrink or control the cancer.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for unresectable?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 461 recruiting unresectable 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 unresectable 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 unresectable 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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