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
- NCT04380545RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Nivolumab plus chemo and immune drug for unresectable liver cancer
This Phase 1/2 trial tests whether nivolumab combined with fluorouracil and interferon alpha can treat fibrolamellar liver cancer that cannot be safely removed with surgery. It aims to shrink or control the cancer and to see how safe the combination is.
Houston, TexasAges 12 years+ - NCT05152472RecruitingPhase 2
Imatinib plus atezolizumab versus imatinib alone for advanced GIST
This Phase 2 trial tests whether adding atezolizumab (an immune medicine) to imatinib works better than imatinib by itself in people with advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) that can’t be fully removed and have progressed after standard treatments. It may help by improving how well tumors respond and how long disease stays under control.
Lyon, RhôneAges 18 years+ - NCT05327686RecruitingPhase 2
Adding focused radiation to immunotherapy for kidney cancer
This Phase 2 trial studies whether adding focused, high-precision radiation to immunotherapy helps people with advanced kidney cancer (that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread). It aims to improve cancer control by combining two treatment approaches.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT05361174RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing an IOV-4001 infusion for advanced melanoma or lung cancer
This trial studies how well and how safely an infusion called IOV-4001 works in adults with advanced melanoma or non-small-cell lung cancer that cannot be removed with surgery. It also aims to see what side effects occur and whether the treatment can help control the cancer.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT05408845RecruitingPhase 2
Study drug vs standard care for HER2 salivary gland cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests how well ado-trastuzumab emtansine (and compares to two standard treatment options) works for salivary gland cancers that are HER2-positive or HER2-low. It aims to see whether the study drug can control cancer better and with acceptable side effects.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT05428007RecruitingPhase 2
Sarilumab with three immunotherapy drugs for advanced melanoma
This Phase 2 trial tests whether adding sarilumab (an immune-blocking medicine) to three immunotherapy medicines can shrink unresectable, advanced melanoma that cannot be removed with surgery. It aims to improve how well the immune system controls the cancer, especially in Stage III or Stage IV disease.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–100 - NCT05461664Recruiting
Avapritinib for advanced GIST without PDGFRA exon 18 changes
This trial studies avapritinib, a targeted medicine, for people with advanced or returning gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) whose tumor does not have PDGFRA exon 18 mutations. It aims to see how well the drug can shrink tumors or control the disease.
GuangzhouAges 18 years+ - NCT05464875Recruiting
Testing avapritinib for advanced GI stromal tumors
This study looks at how well avapritinib works and how safe it is for people with metastatic or unresectable gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST). It focuses on whether the tumor has certain marker and gene features and whether you can tolerate related medications.
GuangzhouAges 18 years+ - NCT05741164RecruitingPhase 2
Propranolol plus pembrolizumab for hard-to-treat breast cancer
This Phase 2 trial studies whether adding propranolol to pembrolizumab can “re-sensitize” tumors and slow cancer in triple-negative breast cancer that no longer responds to checkpoint immunotherapy. It may help some people whose cancer has grown despite prior pembrolizumab and chemotherapy.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05757336RecruitingPhase 2
Study drug mix for unresectable gallbladder cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests a combination of cancer medicines (gemcitabine plus albumin-paclitaxel) along with immune therapy (sintilimab) and a blood-vessel–targeting drug (bevacizumab). It’s for people with gallbladder cancer that can’t be removed by surgery, to see if the treatment controls the cancer and improves outcomes.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT05868629Recruiting
Test of two targeted drugs for tumors with BRAF V600E
This trial tests dabrafenib plus trametinib in people whose solid tumors have a BRAF V600E mutation that cannot be fully removed by surgery or has spread. It looks at whether these targeted medicines can shrink tumors and control the disease.
Torrance, CaliforniaAges 1–100 - NCT05977036Recruiting
Biomarker test to guide early treatment for HR+ HER2- breast cancer
This study uses a lab “biomarker” test to help doctors choose the best first treatment for people with HR+ (hormone-receptor positive), HER2-negative metastatic or unresectable breast cancer. The goal is to see if this biomarker-guided approach can improve which therapy you start with.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT06006013RecruitingPhase 2
Cabozantinib and pembrolizumab for adrenal cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (cabozantinib and pembrolizumab) for adrenal cancer that has spread or cannot be removed by surgery. It may be an option if you have not had treatment before or have already tried other therapies.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06058663RecruitingPhase 1
Radiation and immunotherapy for advanced bile duct cancer
This trial tests combining a targeted radiation treatment (radioembolization) with two immunotherapy drugs (tremelimumab and durvalumab) for people with advanced intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma that cannot be removed by surgery. It aims to shrink tumors and control cancer spread to lymph nodes or one other organ.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06104618RecruitingPhase 2
Enfortumab vedotin for advanced penile cancer
This trial tests a drug called enfortumab vedotin for people with advanced penile cancer (squamous cell carcinoma) that has spread or cannot be surgically removed. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors or slow the cancer's growth.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06167694RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of HRS-8080 and Dalpiciclib for advanced breast cancer
This trial tests a new combination of two drugs (HRS-8080 and Dalpiciclib) for women with advanced breast cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. It may be an option if you have already tried hormone therapy or are starting advanced treatment for the first time.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06173986RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Immunotherapy plus chemoradiation for advanced esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether adding immunotherapy to standard chemoradiation can help people with unresectable locally advanced esophageal cancer. It aims to improve outcomes for those who cannot have surgery.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT06278454RecruitingPhase 1
Radioactive injection for advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a new radioactive injection called NRT6008 for people with pancreatic cancer that cannot be surgically removed. It aims to see if the treatment can shrink the tumor and improve survival.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–80 - NCT06359860RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing ST-1898 for advanced acral melanoma
This study tests a new oral drug called ST-1898 for people with advanced acral melanoma that has not responded to standard treatments. It aims to see if the drug can shrink or slow the growth of the cancer.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT06414317Recruiting
Education tool for advanced bladder cancer patients and caregivers
This study is testing a new educational tool to help people with advanced bladder cancer and their caregivers work together with their care team. It aims to make it easier to stay involved in treatment decisions.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06454383RecruitingPhase 1
Gemcitabine and leflunomide for advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests if adding leflunomide (a drug used for arthritis) to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine) can help people with advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if the combination works better than gemcitabine alone.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06571734RecruitingPhase 2
XL092 for advanced sarcoma types
This trial tests an experimental drug called XL092 (zanzalintinib) for people with advanced leiomyosarcoma, bone sarcoma, or translocation-associated soft tissue sarcoma that has spread or cannot be removed by surgery. The drug is a type of targeted therapy that may stop cancer growth.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06678659RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of REC-1245 for advanced solid tumors and lymphoma
This trial tests a new drug, REC-1245, for people with advanced solid tumors or certain lymphomas that have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors or slow disease progression.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 12 years+ - NCT06843967RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Mirdametinib and palbociclib for liposarcoma
This trial tests two targeted drugs – mirdametinib and palbociclib – taken as pills for people with a specific aggressive type of liposarcoma (dedifferentiated liposarcoma) that has spread or can't be removed. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink or slow the tumor.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 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.