Clinical trials
Unresectable clinical trials
Below are recruiting unresectable clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 462 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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+ - NCT05945732Recruiting
Testing T-DXd or chemo for HER2-low or HR-positive breast cancer
This study looks at treatment choices for adults with breast cancer that has spread and cannot be removed by surgery (unresectable metastatic disease). It focuses on people with HER2-low (and some HER2-ultralow) and/or hormone-receptor positive cancer, and compares how well treatments like T-DXd or standard chemotherapy work.
GrazAges 18 years+ - NCT05911633Recruiting
Doxorubicin beads for liver cancer that cannot be cut out
This trial tests BioPearl™ “microspheres” loaded with doxorubicin, delivered to the liver, for people with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). It may help shrink or control liver tumors when surgery or curative treatment isn’t possible.
BrusselsAges 18 years+ - NCT05857332RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new drug for CLDN18.2-positive solid tumors
This Phase 1 study tests SG1906, a new investigational drug, in people with certain advanced solid tumors that test positive for CLDN18.2. The goal is to see whether the drug is safe and to learn how well it may work in shrinking tumors or controlling the disease.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT05756569RecruitingPhase 2
Enfortumab plus pembrolizumab for advanced bladder cancer variants
This trial studies enfortumab vedotin plus pembrolizumab (immunotherapy) for people with advanced bladder cancer that has a “variant” or non-urothelial subtype. It aims to shrink tumors and improve outcomes when standard options have not worked or are no longer enough.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05727904RecruitingPhase 3
New immunotherapy for advanced melanoma, with or without lifileucel
This trial studies whether adding lifileucel (a patient-specific immune-cell treatment) to pembrolizumab works better than pembrolizumab alone. It’s for people with untreated advanced melanoma that cannot be removed by surgery.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–70 - NCT05727787Recruiting
Radiation trial for liver cancer that cannot be removed
This Phase I study tests a specific radiation approach (vGRID SBRT) for hepatocellular carcinoma (and some mixed types) that is advanced and cannot be cured with surgery or transplant. It aims to control tumors while staying within safety limits for the liver and nearby organs.
Kansas City, KansasAges 18 years+ - NCT05687136RecruitingPhase 1
Study two targeted drugs for solid tumors with DNA repair changes
This Phase 1 trial tests how safe and effective two anti-cancer drugs (peposertib and tuvusertib) are for advanced solid tumors. It focuses on cancers with specific DNA repair and cell-growth gene changes, aiming to shrink tumors and improve outcomes when standard treatments have stopped working.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05687123RecruitingPhase 1
Adding sunitinib to Lutathera for pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors
This early-phase study tests whether adding sunitinib (a targeted pill) to Lutathera (a radioactive treatment) works better for people with advanced pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors. It also checks safety, since this combination has not been widely studied yet.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05687110RecruitingPhase 1
Testing novobiocin for tumors with DNA repair gene changes
This Phase 1 study tests whether novobiocin is safe and finds the best dose for people whose tumors have specific DNA repair gene mutations. It may help if your cancer is hard to treat with standard options, including certain patients who already tried PARP inhibitors.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05702229RecruitingPhase 2
Study of combined medicines for advanced stomach cancer with Claudin18.2
This Phase 2 study tests new combination treatments for advanced stomach or stomach-esophagus junction cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. It may help people whose tumors are positive for a marker called Claudin18.2, which the study uses to choose who can receive the treatment.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05706129RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing targeted imaging and therapy for advanced solid tumors
This early-phase study tests two radioactive medicines that first help doctors see tumors and, in some parts of the study, treat them. It may help people with advanced, hard-to-remove cancers that have a specific tumor marker (CA IX).
MelbourneAges 18 years+ - NCT05696782RecruitingPhase 2
Durvalumab after chemoradiation for stage III lung cancer
This trial tests giving durvalumab (an immune therapy) soon after standard chemotherapy and radiation for stage II–III non-small cell lung cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if this “quick start” approach improves outcomes compared with waiting longer to begin durvalumab.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT05657743Recruiting
Radiation seeds study for advanced pancreatic cancer safety
This trial tests a radiation treatment that places tiny radioactive seeds directly into the tumor to treat advanced pancreatic cancer. It mainly focuses on safety and whether the treatment can be delivered effectively, especially for people who may not be able to have more chemotherapy or surgery.
HolonAges 18 years+ - NCT05636618RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Targeted radiation for certain receptor-positive tumors
This trial tests a targeted form of radiation made to stick to specific “somatostatin receptor” markers on tumors. It is designed for people with advanced, receptor-positive neuroendocrine tumors or meningioma who may have had prior treatments and need more options.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18–90 - NCT05603910RecruitingPhase 1
Drug and radiation combo for recurrent pelvic endometrial cancer
This study tests a combination of two drugs (lenvatinib and pembrolizumab) plus focused radiation to the pelvis for a specific type of endometrial cancer that has returned or cannot be surgically removed. The goal is to see if this treatment is safe and effective for tumors that are pMMR and limited to the pelvic area.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05573893Recruiting
Real-world study of trastuzumab deruxtecan for HER2 breast cancer
This study looks at how people feel (patient-reported outcomes) and their real-world health data while they receive trastuzumab deruxtecan for advanced HER2-positive, HER2-low, or HER2-ultralow breast cancer. It helps researchers understand what outcomes happen outside of tightly controlled clinical trials.
AmbergAges 18–130 - NCT05528952RecruitingPhase 2
Vaccine plus immunotherapy for unresectable liver cancer
This Phase 2 trial studies whether adding a cancer vaccine (to help the immune system recognize your tumor) to two medicines—atezolizumab and bevacizumab—can better control unresectable or advanced liver cancer. It’s for people who haven’t had prior whole-body (systemic) cancer treatment.
BesançonAges 18 years+ - NCT05470348RecruitingPhase 1
Test drug BL-B01D1 for advanced breast and other solid cancers
This Phase 1 trial tests BL-B01D1 in people with advanced (unresectable or metastatic) breast cancer and certain other solid tumors that have not worked with standard treatment. The goal is to learn if the drug can be given safely and to see whether it shows signs of benefit.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT05422794RecruitingPhase 1
Adding a new drug plus pembrolizumab to standard chemo for TNBC
This trial studies whether adding a new anti-cancer drug (ZEN-3694) and the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab to standard chemotherapy (nab-paclitaxel) can work better for advanced triple-negative breast cancer. It’s testing safety first (Phase 1) and, for some patients, how well the treatment controls the cancer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05440708RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study drug for advanced liver cancer that cannot be removed
This trial tests TTI-101, by itself and with other cancer medicines, for liver cancer that is advanced and cannot be removed by surgery. It aims to see whether the treatment can slow the cancer down and improve outcomes.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT05317819RecruitingPhase 3
Test ADI-PEG 20 versus placebo for advanced liver cancer
This study tests whether ADI-PEG 20 helps people with advanced, unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer) who have high arginine levels. Participants get ADI-PEG 20 or a placebo to see which works better and improves outcomes.
ChanghuaAges 18–99 - NCT05398094RecruitingPhase 2
Sotorasib for KRAS-mutant Stage III lung cancer without chemo-radiation
This Phase 2 study tests sotorasib (also called AMG510) in people with Stage III lung cancer that cannot be removed by surgery and that has a specific KRAS mutation (p.G12C). You may be able to join if you cannot safely receive chemo-radiotherapy at the same time, and the study checks whether sotorasib can help shrink or control the cancer.
Alicante, AlicanteAges 18 years+ - NCT05333458RecruitingPhase 2
Atezolizumab plus selinexor for advanced alveolar soft tissue sarcoma
This Phase 2 trial tests whether combining atezolizumab with selinexor can slow or shrink advanced alveolar soft part sarcoma (ASPS) in people age 12 and older. It may help by improving the immune system’s ability to fight the cancer and stopping cancer cell growth signals.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 12 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for unresectable?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 462 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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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.