Clinical trials
Upper Gastrointestinal Cancer clinical trials
Below are recruiting upper gastrointestinal cancer clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 42 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05438459RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Pembrolizumab-based treatment given through an abdominal port
This early-phase study tests an antibody-based treatment given directly into the abdomen (through a port) for advanced stomach or pancreatic cancer that has spread in the lining of the belly or is causing abdominal fluid buildup. It’s designed for patients whose cancer has not responded to earlier chemotherapy, with the goal of improving cancer control and shrinking belly fluid.
Fukuoka, FukuokaAges 20 years+ - NCT07712107Recruiting
Gastrointestinal Cancer Screening Study Using Combined Detection
This study tests a new way to screen for stomach and digestive cancers using a combination of tests. It compares different screening plans to see which works best for people in their middle years.
Zhaoqing, GuangdongAges 45–74 - NCT03800693RecruitingPhase 2
Shorter vs longer oxaliplatin infusions for gut cancer
This Phase 2 study compares giving oxaliplatin by IV for 2 hours versus 6 hours, along with the standard FOLFOX6 chemotherapy. It aims to see if the shorter infusion works as well and is manageable for people with gastrointestinal cancers.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06104241RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Cell therapy for advanced digestive cancers
This trial tests a new cell therapy called BGT007 for people with advanced cancers of the digestive system (esophagus, stomach, pancreas, or colon) that have not responded to standard treatments. The therapy uses your own immune cells, modified to target a protein on your cancer cells.
Xuzhou, JangSuAges 18–70 - NCT06500468Recruiting
A capsule test for suspected upper GI bleeding
This trial tests a new ingestible capsule called PillSense that can detect bleeding in the upper part of your digestive system. If you come to the emergency room with signs of upper GI bleeding (like vomiting coffee-ground material or having black stools) but without obvious black stool on a physical exam, this study will see if the capsule works as well as the usual endoscopy procedure.
SingaporeAges 21–99 - NCT06479811RecruitingPhase 1
Radioactive drug for advanced neuroendocrine and other cancers
This trial tests a new radioactive drug, [212Pb]VMT-Alpha-NET, that targets a protein on certain cancer cells. It is for people with specific types of advanced cancers that have gotten worse and are not responding to standard treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT06764095RecruitingPhase 4
Drug combo before bladder or ureter surgery for advanced cancer
This trial tests two drugs, enfortumab vedotin and pembrolizumab, given before surgery to remove the bladder or ureter in people with advanced bladder or upper urinary tract cancer that has spread to lymph nodes or other organs. The goal is to see if this treatment helps shrink the cancer and improves outcomes.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT06855524RecruitingPhase 2
Seaweed supplement to prevent fatigue during chemo
This trial tests whether a natural supplement called fucoidan (from seaweed) can help prevent the fatigue often caused by chemotherapy. It is for people with gastrointestinal or gynecologic cancer starting a platinum-based treatment plan.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT04617756RecruitingPhase 2
Durvalumab plus chemo before surgery for high-risk upper urinary tract cancer
This trial studies whether durvalumab (an immunotherapy) given with chemotherapy before surgery can improve outcomes for people with high-risk cancer in the kidney pelvis or ureter. It is mainly looking at safety and effectiveness in shrinking or controlling the cancer before treatment continues.
Paris, Paris Cx 20Ages 18 years+ - NCT06081647Recruiting
Testing a new airway device for endoscopy
This trial tests a special mouth-and-throat device designed to help you breathe easier during a routine endoscopy or colonoscopy. If you are a generally healthy adult scheduled for one of these procedures, you may be able to join.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–60 - NCT06839053RecruitingPhase 2
Study of sonrotoclax, rituximab, and zanubrutinib for CLL, SLL, and MCL
This trial tests a combination of three drugs (sonrotoclax, rituximab, and zanubrutinib) for people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia, small lymphocytic lymphoma, or mantle cell lymphoma. The goal is to see if the combination works better than current treatments.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - NCT07434843RecruitingPhase 2
Pemigatinib for a rare type of GIST
This trial tests a drug called pemigatinib for people with a specific type of GIST (SDH-deficient GIST) that has spread or cannot be removed with surgery. The goal is to see if the drug can help stop the cancer from growing.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07175155Recruiting
Breathing device and oxygen for endoscopy in severe obesity
This study tests a special breathing device (a tube placed in the throat) combined with high-flow oxygen through the nose during sedation for endoscopy in people with severe obesity. It aims to see if this combination helps keep oxygen levels stable and makes the procedure safer.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06796764Recruiting
Breathing tube safety during endoscopy in people with obesity
This trial tests a special breathing tube to see if it can prevent low oxygen levels during sedated endoscopy in people with obesity. If you are scheduled for both an upper endoscopy and colonoscopy, this study may help make the procedure safer.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–70 - NCT03716089Recruiting
Laparoscopic surgery for stomach GIST by tumor site
This trial studies whether doing laparoscopic surgery for stomach GISTs (gastrointestinal stromal tumors) works and is safe when the tumor is in a “favorable” versus “unfavorable” location. You might be eligible if your tumor is confirmed as GIST and doctors expect to remove it completely using keyhole surgery.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18–75 - NCT06834126RecruitingPhase 1
Papaverine with radiation for advanced rectal cancer
This trial tests if adding papaverine (a drug) to radiation therapy can help people with locally advanced rectal cancer avoid surgery and keep their rectum. It is for patients who have already had chemotherapy and want a non-surgical approach.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06427798RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Radioactive drug for previously treated gut or adrenal tumors
This trial tests a new radioactive drug, [212Pb]VMT-alpha-NET, that targets a receptor found on some tumor cells. It is for people with certain gut or adrenal gland tumors that have already been treated with a similar therapy but are still growing.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT01696734RecruitingPhase 3
Domperidone for difficult stomach and reflux problems
This trial studies whether domperidone can help people whose stomach or reflux symptoms did not improve with usual treatments. It focuses on symptoms like slow stomach emptying, hard-to-control acid reflux, or severe indigestion.
Houston, TexasAges 16 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for upper gastrointestinal cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 42 recruiting upper gastrointestinal cancer 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 upper gastrointestinal cancer 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 upper gastrointestinal cancer 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.