Gastroenterology
Digestive system clinical trials
Conditions of the stomach, intestines, liver, and the rest of the digestive tract. We’re tracking 7,874 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable4,909
- Phase 21,178
- Phase 1584
- Phase 3466
- Phase 1/Phase 2389
- Phase 4235
- Phase 2/Phase 3113
Top conditions
- Colorectal Cancer495
- Gastric Cancer297
- Pancreatic Cancer294
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma283
- Esophageal Cancer191
- Rectal Cancer174
- Breast Cancer146
- Crohn Disease144
- Ulcerative Colitis141
- Colon Cancer113
- Inflammatory Bowel Diseases108
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC)103
- Liver Cancer99
- Lung Cancer98
- Pancreas Cancer94
- Ovarian Cancer90
- Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma88
- Cystic Fibrosis78
Leading sponsors
- Fudan University104
- Sun Yat-sen University89
- Mayo Clinic75
- Chinese University of Hong Kong60
- M.D. Anderson Cancer Center59
- Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University57
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris55
- Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University50
- National Taiwan University Hospital49
- Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences48
Where studies are running
- California465
- Arizona175
- Texas146
- Florida134
- Massachusetts128
- New York123
- Alabama121
- Maryland86
- Ohio78
- Pennsylvania72
Recruiting studies7,874 total
- NCT07320287Recruiting
Probiotics for babies born by C-section
This trial tests whether a multi-strain probiotic supplement can help with growth, digestion, and gut health in healthy full-term babies who were born by C-section.
HanoiAges birth–1 day - NCT06888154Recruiting
Hot compress use after open abdominal surgery
This trial tests if applying a warm compress to the abdomen after open belly surgery can help recovery. It aims to see if this simple, drug-free method reduces pain or improves bowel function.
Merkez, KırşehirAges 18–65 - NCT06873165Recruiting
Gut bacteria treatment for fatty liver disease
This study tests whether a specially designed gut bacteria treatment can help people with fatty liver disease and related health issues like high blood sugar, high cholesterol, or high blood pressure. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and improves liver health.
TaipeiAges 18–70 - NCT06812091Recruiting
Study on microbiome in children
This study explores the role of the microbiome (the community of bacteria in our bodies) in children's health. It aims to develop new treatments for pediatric diseases.
SeoulAges Any age - NCT06088758Recruiting
Preserving fatty livers with a machine for transplant
This study tests a new way to preserve donated livers that have extra fat (steatotic livers) using a special machine that keeps the liver healthy outside the body. If successful, it could allow more livers to be used for transplantation, helping people on the waiting list get a transplant sooner.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT04221893Recruiting
Radiation therapy for metastatic gastrointestinal cancers
This trial tests whether adding radiation therapy to your current immunotherapy can help control cancer that has spread in the digestive system. It aims to improve symptoms and possibly slow the cancer's growth.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07766044Recruiting
Comparing two ways to close belly surgery cuts
This study compares two methods of closing the cut made during belly surgery to see which one is less likely to cause a hernia later. It is for people having planned colorectal surgery through a midline incision.
Helsingborg, Skåne CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT07766135Recruiting
Liver and blood clotting in heart amyloidosis
This study looks at how the liver and blood clotting are affected in people with a type of heart disease called transthyretin amyloidosis. It may help doctors better understand and manage this condition.
Messina, SicilyAges 18 years+ - NCT03334708Recruiting
Blood test study for pancreatic cancer
This study looks at blood tests to find markers that may help detect and monitor pancreatic cancer. It compares people with pancreatic cancer to those with benign pancreatic conditions and healthy volunteers.
Middletown, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT07333053Recruiting
Chemotherapy through a catheter for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests giving chemotherapy directly into the artery that feeds the tumor, which may help control advanced colorectal cancer that cannot be removed with surgery. It is for people who have not yet had other treatments and whose main tumor is in the colon or rectum.
Xicheng, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07714278Enrolling by invitation
Video-based rehab for chemotherapy nerve damage
This study tests a personalized rehab program using video analysis to help people with chemotherapy-induced nerve damage (numbness, tingling, weakness) improve their walking and daily life.
Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 19 years+ - NCT05295446Enrolling by invitation
GI symptom registry for adults with functional bowel issues
This study is a registry (a way to collect health information) for adults with certain long-term “functional” gastrointestinal (GI) problems. It may help doctors better understand these conditions and improve future treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07239336RecruitingPhase 2
Study of DONQ52 for active celiac disease
This trial tests a new drug called DONQ52 in people with active celiac disease who still have symptoms despite following a gluten-free diet. The goal is to see if DONQ52 can help reduce damage to the small intestine and improve gluten-related symptoms.
Anniston, AlabamaAges 18–75 - NCT07574502Recruiting
Electrical Stimulation to Help Bowel Recovery After Colon Surgery
This study tests whether gentle electrical stimulation applied to the skin can help older adults recover bowel function faster after minimally invasive colon cancer surgery. The goal is to reduce the time it takes for the bowel to start working normally again after surgery.
Binzhou, ShandongAges 65 years+ - NCT07136116Recruiting
Study of risankizumab for moderate to severe ulcerative colitis in Japan
This study looks at how well risankizumab (an injected medicine) works for people with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis. It tracks your symptoms using a mobile app to see if the drug helps control the disease.
Nagakute, Aichi-kenAges 15 years+ - NCT07759921Recruiting
Mindfulness program for couples facing metastatic colorectal cancer
This study tests a mindfulness-based program for couples facing metastatic colorectal cancer. It aims to help reduce distress and improve coping for both patients and their partners.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–85 - NCT05472987Recruiting
Robotic vs open surgery for a ventral hernia
This trial compares robotic surgery versus the standard open approach to repair a ventral hernia. It may help determine which method works best and is safer or easier for the right patients.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07702032RecruitingPhase 3
Study of petosemtamab plus chemo for left-sided colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new drug (petosemtamab) plus standard chemo to see if it works better than the current standard (cetuximab plus chemo) for people with advanced left-sided colorectal cancer that has not been treated yet. It is for patients whose cancer cells have no RAS or BRAF mutations.
Olympia, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - NCT07683065Recruiting
Secukinumab treatment in psoriasis patients with liver condition
This study looks at how well secukinumab works for psoriasis patients who also have a type of fatty liver disease called MASLD. It may help doctors understand if this treatment is a good option for people with both conditions.
Badalona, BarcelonaAges 18–100 - NCT07158242RecruitingPhase 3
Study of afimkibart for children with active ulcerative colitis
This study tests a new drug called afimkibart in children with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis who haven't responded well to other treatments. It aims to see how well the drug works and if it's safe for children.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 2–17 - NCT07040319RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Hepatitis C treatment study for pregnant women
This study tests a medicine called glecaprevir/pibrentasvir for pregnant women with hepatitis C, with or without HIV. It aims to see how the medicine works in the body and if it is safe during pregnancy.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 16–45 - NCT06680232RecruitingPhase 1
Gene therapy trial for chronic hepatitis B
This trial tests a gene therapy called PBGENE-HBV for people with chronic hepatitis B who are already on antiviral treatment. The goal is to see if it is safe and can help control the virus.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–70 - NCT07062536RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing Two Chemo Combos for Advanced Bile Duct Cancer
This trial compares two chemotherapy combinations (mFOLFOX and mFOLFIRI) against just one of them (mFOLFOX) for people with advanced bile duct or gallbladder cancer that has progressed after standard first-line treatment. The goal is to see which works better as a second treatment option.
Busan, BusanAges 19–99 - NCT05014399Recruiting
Study memory changes during chemotherapy for colorectal cancer
This study looks at cognitive (thinking and memory) changes in people with colorectal cancer who start certain chemotherapy drugs. It aims to understand how treatment affects the brain and may guide better monitoring or support during care.
Fort Wayne, IndianaAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many digestive system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 7,874 recruiting gastroenterology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 12,294 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Digestive system” cover here?
- Conditions of the stomach, intestines, liver, and the rest of the digestive tract. We group each study into digestive system based on the conditions it studies, so you can scan the whole therapeutic area at once and drill into a specific condition.
- How do I find a digestive system trial near me?
- Use the search to filter digestive system studies by location and eligibility. Every Clin2 trial page explains the criteria in plain English and offers a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read — the study team makes the final decision.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov; specialty groupings are derived from each study’s conditions. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.