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
- NCT05136846RecruitingPhase 1
Papaverine with chemoradiation for stage II–III lung cancer
This early-phase trial tests whether adding papaverine to standard chemoradiation can improve treatment for stage II–III non-small cell lung cancer (and some limited stage IV cases). It aims to see if the combination is safe and tolerable while targeting the cancer with radiation and chemotherapy.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06794086RecruitingPhase 3
SBRT and immunotherapy for colorectal cancer liver metastases
This trial combines targeted radiation (SBRT) with an immunotherapy drug (PD-1 inhibitor) to treat colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver and can't be removed by surgery. It aims to help shrink or control tumors in patients whose cancer has a normal DNA repair system (pMMR/MSS).
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT07413354RecruitingPhase 2
Tislelizumab and huaier granule for advanced liver cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs: tislelizumab (an immunotherapy that helps your immune system attack cancer) and huaier granule (a traditional Chinese medicine extract). It is for people with advanced liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery and who have not had other systemic treatments before.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07462143RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
New drug plus chemo for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new drug (RC148) combined with standard chemotherapy as a first treatment for colorectal cancer that has spread or cannot be removed. The goal is to see if this combination works better than chemotherapy alone.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07475403RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy guided by urine DNA for high risk bladder cancer
This trial tests a new immunotherapy approach for people with a very high risk type of bladder cancer that hasn't spread into the muscle layer. The treatment is guided by a special urine test that looks for tumor DNA, and it may help if surgery cannot remove all the cancer or you choose not to have your bladder removed.
TianjinAges 18 years+ - NCT07480928RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR-NK cell therapy for advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a new type of immune cell therapy called CAR-NK cells that target two proteins (MSLN and MUC1) often found on pancreatic cancer cells. It is for people whose cancer has spread or cannot be removed, and who have already tried at least one standard treatment.
Shenzhen, GuangdongAges 18–75 - 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+ - NCT07506057RecruitingPhase 2
Trastuzumab, serplulimab, and chemo for advanced bile duct or bladder cancer
This trial tests a combination of trastuzumab (a HER2-targeted drug), serplulimab (an immunotherapy), and chemotherapy for people with advanced bile duct or bladder cancer that is HER2-positive and has not responded to prior treatments. The goal is to see if this mix can shrink tumors or slow the disease.
Shenyang, LiaoningAges 18–85 - NCT07523529RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR-T Cell Therapy for Advanced Solid Tumors
This trial tests a new type of immune cell therapy (CAR-T cells) designed to target two markers on cancer cells at once. The goal is to help patients with advanced solid tumors where standard treatments have stopped working or aren't an option.
Shenzhen, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT07547787Recruiting
Long-term safety follow-up for cadonilimab study participants
This is a follow-up study for people who previously received cadonilimab (AK104), an experimental cancer drug, in an earlier clinical trial. Researchers will check in with you periodically to monitor your health and collect information about how you're doing long-term.
BeijingAges Any age - NCT07548177RecruitingPhase 2
Combination drug study for advanced soft tissue sarcoma
This study tests two cancer drugs (benmelstobart and anlotinib) together to treat alveolar soft part sarcoma, a rare soft tissue cancer that has spread or cannot be surgically removed. The drugs work by boosting the immune system and blocking tumor blood vessel growth.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 14 years+ - NCT07559045RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo-Immunotherapy Plus Radiation vs Standard Treatment for Advanced Esophageal Cancer
This trial compares two treatment approaches for advanced esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (a type of cancer that starts in the lining of the food tube). One group receives chemotherapy combined with an immunotherapy drug before radiation; the other receives chemotherapy and radiation at the same time. The goal is to see which approach works better.
Zunyi, GuizhouAges 18–75 - NCT07560488RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy and Chemotherapy Combination for Advanced Liver Cancer
This trial tests a combination of four treatments (two immunotherapy drugs, a blood-vessel-blocking drug, and chemotherapy delivered directly to the liver) to shrink unresectable (inoperable) advanced liver cancer and potentially make it removable by surgery. The goal is to help patients who have never had cancer treatment before.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07569679RecruitingPhase 2
Combination Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy for Biliary Tract Cancer
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy drugs given directly into the liver, combined with two immunotherapy/targeted therapy drugs, for people with advanced biliary tract cancer (cancer of the bile ducts or gallbladder). The goal is to shrink tumors and improve survival in patients who have not received prior chemotherapy.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18 years+ - NCT07589205RecruitingPhase 1
Testing IBI3028 for Advanced Solid Tumors
This early-stage trial tests a new drug called IBI3028 in people with advanced cancers that cannot be removed by surgery or have spread. The study aims to find the right dose and understand how the drug works in your body.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07589517RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR-NK Cell Therapy for Advanced Colorectal Cancer
This trial tests a new type of immune cell therapy (CAR-NK cells) designed to fight advanced colorectal cancer that has spread or cannot be surgically removed. The therapy is customized to target specific protein markers on your cancer cells.
Shenzhen, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT07612176RecruitingPhase 1
Testing NEOK001 drug for advanced solid tumors
This study tests a new cancer drug called NEOK001 that targets two proteins (B7-H3 and ROR1) found on certain tumor cells. The drug combines a cancer-fighting molecule with a toxic payload to kill cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07627711RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR-NK cells for advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests specially engineered immune cells (CAR-NK cells) designed to find and attack pancreatic cancer cells. The cells target specific proteins on cancer cells and may help people whose cancer has progressed despite prior treatment.
Shenzhen, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT07627698RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR-NK Cell Therapy for Advanced Melanoma
This trial tests engineered immune cells (CAR-NK cells) designed to target two markers found on melanoma cells. The goal is to help patients with melanoma that has spread or cannot be surgically removed and has not responded to or is unsuitable for standard treatments.
Shenzhen, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT07632235RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Celecoxib with immunotherapy for bile duct cancer
This trial tests whether adding celecoxib (an anti-inflammatory pill) to pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) and chemotherapy helps treat intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma—a type of bile duct cancer that cannot be surgically removed. The goal is to see if this combination works better than the standard two-drug approach.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT07636798RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Chemotherapy and immunotherapy combination for advanced bile duct cancer
This trial tests a combination of three treatments—chemotherapy delivered directly to the liver, plus two immunotherapy drugs—for advanced bile duct cancer that cannot be surgically removed. The goal is to see if this combination works better than standard treatment and is safe for patients.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–75 - NCT07638371RecruitingPhase 1
MSK-TCR5 Cell Therapy for RAS G12D Solid Tumors
This study tests a new type of cell therapy called MSK-TCR5, designed to fight solid cancers (like pancreatic, lung, or colon cancer) that have a specific RAS G12D mutation. The therapy uses your own immune cells trained to recognize and attack cancer cells with this mutation.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT07371247Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
Adjuvant treatment guided by ctDNA after chemoradiation for esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether adjusting treatment based on a blood test (ctDNA) after standard chemoradiation can improve outcomes for patients with advanced esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. It aims to find a more personalized approach to prevent cancer recurrence.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–80 - NCT07310069Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Testing a new drug combination for advanced gallbladder cancer
This trial tests a combination of two chemotherapy drugs (gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel) with two immunotherapy drugs (iparomlimab and tuvorilimab) for people with advanced gallbladder cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if this combination can help shrink the cancer or slow its growth.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75
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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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