Gastroenterology
Digestive system clinical trials
Conditions of the stomach, intestines, liver, and the rest of the digestive tract. We’re tracking 7,599 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable4,683
- Phase 21,187
- Phase 1568
- Phase 3457
- Phase 1/Phase 2366
- Phase 4228
- Phase 2/Phase 3110
Top conditions
- Colorectal Cancer478
- Pancreatic Cancer287
- Gastric Cancer283
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma256
- Esophageal Cancer189
- Rectal Cancer168
- Breast Cancer146
- Crohn Disease134
- Ulcerative Colitis129
- Colon Cancer114
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC)112
- Liver Cancer99
- Lung Cancer95
- Inflammatory Bowel Diseases94
- Pancreas Cancer91
- Ovarian Cancer89
- Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma86
- Cystic Fibrosis77
Leading sponsors
- Fudan University101
- Sun Yat-sen University85
- Mayo Clinic75
- Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University, School of Medicine56
- Chinese University of Hong Kong55
- M.D. Anderson Cancer Center55
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris53
- Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University51
- National Cancer Institute (NCI)49
- National Taiwan University Hospital45
Where studies are running
- California438
- Arizona189
- Texas140
- Alabama129
- Florida128
- New York120
- Massachusetts119
- Maryland88
- Ohio79
- Illinois69
Recruiting studies7,599 total
- NCT06886282Recruiting
How colon cancer and kidney disease are linked: a imaging and gene study
This trial uses advanced imaging and genetic tests to understand how colon cancer and chronic kidney disease may be connected. It may help decide the best treatment for people with both conditions.
NaplesAges 18 years+ - NCT06887855Recruiting
Swallowing therapy for recent stroke patients
This trial tests two new exercises for people who have trouble swallowing after a stroke. If you had a stroke within the last six months and haven't tried swallowing therapy before, this may help you regain strength in your throat muscles.
Doha, Baladiyat ad DawhahAges 18–75 - NCT03711110Recruiting
Heart-protection plan for older people with certain cancers
This trial looks at strategies to help prevent heart and blood-vessel problems in people over 65 who have certain cancers. It may help by monitoring and treating heart risks early to lower the chance of future cardiovascular events.
Santiago de Compostela, A CoruñaAges 65 years+ - NCT04181970Recruiting
Study of sarcoma care quality across Europe and Latin America
This observational study looks at information from people with sarcoma to understand how care is delivered across different centers. It does not test a new treatment, but may help improve future care and planning.
Buenos AiresAges 18–120 - NCT05644717RecruitingPhase 4
Testing erugliflozin for fatty liver and diabetes control
This trial studies whether erugliflozin can reduce liver fat and liver scarring (fibrosis) while also improving blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes and fatty liver disease (NASH/NAFLD). It’s designed for people who haven’t used certain diabetes medicines like SGLT2 inhibitors or insulin before.
Peshawar, KPKAges 18–65 - NCT05621889RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Virtual speech therapy program for head and neck cancer patients
This trial tests a partner-guided virtual speech therapy program delivered through group sessions and questionnaires for people with head and neck cancer. If you’re starting curative chemo-radiation, the program may help with speech and swallowing-related symptoms during treatment.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT05044689Recruiting
Study to find risk factors for breast and colon cancer
This study is trying to understand what factors might raise the risk of breast cancer and colon (large bowel) cancer. You may be enrolled either if you have a confirmed cancer diagnosis (cases) or if you do not have cancer (controls).
Ile-Ife, Osun StateAges Any age - NCT05686499Recruiting
Colonoscopy training for early colorectal cancer detection
This trial supports training for healthcare professionals to improve screening and early diagnosis of colorectal cancer. It may help by building skills in safely performing colonoscopies and spotting cancer earlier.
Ile-Ife, Osun StateAges 18 years+ - NCT05867966Recruiting
Testing a hypnosis-based program for symptom clusters in cancer
This trial studies whether a hypnosis-based approach can help reduce a selected set of troubling symptoms in people who have finished treatment for certain early-stage (non-metastatic) cancers. It aims to understand which symptom patterns improve and how well the intervention works.
LiègeAges 18 years+ - NCT06890169Recruiting
One-stop telehealth program for weight and diabetes
This trial tests a telehealth program that helps people lose weight and manage type 2 diabetes and fatty liver disease at the same time. It's a one-stop remote clinic that combines medical advice, nutrition, and lifestyle support.
SingaporeAges 21–70 - NCT07272772RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
FAPI-PET scan for colon cancer diagnosis
This trial tests a new type of PET scan (FAPI-PET) to see if it can better find colon cancer that has spread to lymph nodes or other parts of the body. It may help doctors plan the right treatment for you.
TurkuAges 18–85 - NCT07276529Recruiting
Magnet procedure safety trial for colon surgery patients
This trial tests a new magnet device to connect sections of the colon after surgery. It may be an option for people who need part of their colon removed and are otherwise in good health.
Orlando, FloridaAges 22 years+ - NCT07271069Recruiting
Ozanimod vs azathioprine for steroid-dependent ulcerative colitis
This study tests whether ozanimod works better than azathioprine in people with ulcerative colitis who need high-dose steroids. Both groups also stay on steroids. The goal is to see if either drug helps you reduce or stop steroids while keeping symptoms under control.
Chiba, ChibaAges 18 years+ - NCT07277270RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new drug with standard treatments for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new investigational drug called GSK5764227 when given along with standard cancer treatments or other drugs for people with advanced colorectal or prostate cancer that has spread and cannot be removed by surgery.
Reunion, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07277946Recruiting
Testing a new mesh fixation system for laparoscopic hernia repair
This study is testing a new system (ECLIPSIUM) for fixing mesh during laparoscopic hernia repair. It aims to see if the system is safe and works well for people with a single midline hernia (ventral, umbilical, or incisional) that is small to medium size (1-5 cm). If you qualify, the study will help doctors repair your hernia with a special mesh that may reduce complications.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 22 years+ - NCT07269301RecruitingPhase 1
Liver function and study drug processing
This study looks at how the medicine PF-07328948 is processed by people with different levels of liver function. It includes both healthy people and those with stable liver disease (classified as mild, moderate, or severe). The goal is to see if the liver condition affects how the drug works in the body.
Lake Forest, CaliforniaAges 18–74 - NCT07270601Recruiting
Ultrasound test for liver fat
This study is testing a new ultrasound method to measure fat in the liver. It is for people who may have a liver condition or have risk factors like diabetes or obesity, as well as healthy volunteers.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18–75 - NCT07275918RecruitingPhase 1
Study of SA1211 injection for chronic hepatitis B
This study tests a new injection called SA1211 for people with chronic hepatitis B. It will help see if the treatment is safe and how it works in the body.
Changchun, JilinAges 18–65 - NCT07277413RecruitingPhase 1
Study of IDE892 for advanced solid tumors with MTAP deletion
This study tests a new drug called IDE892, alone or in combination, for people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic change (MTAP deletion). The goal is to see if the drug is safe and whether it can shrink tumors.
Goodyear, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07275073RecruitingPhase 1
JMT106 for advanced solid tumors
This trial is testing a new medicine called JMT106 for people with advanced solid tumors (cancers that have spread or can't be removed). It's for patients whose cancer has not responded to or can't use other treatments, and who have not had a therapy targeting a specific protein (GPC3) before.
ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT03899428RecruitingPhase 2
Immune therapy versus targeted therapy for advanced liver cancer
This trial compares an immune “checkpoint” medicine to a targeted cancer medicine in people with advanced liver cancer who have hepatitis B in the blood. It aims to lower hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) levels and see which approach works better and is safest.
Hong Kong, Hong Kong SARAges 18 years+ - NCT03792919RecruitingPhase 4
Stopping long-term hepatitis B medicine vs continuing
This study compares outcomes for people with chronic hepatitis B who have long-term, stable viral suppression: stopping their antiviral medicine versus continuing it. It may help answer whether it’s safe to stop treatment in the right patients.
Hong Kong, Hong Kong SARAges Any age - NCT03612726Recruiting
Study for people with unresectable liver cancer
This trial looks at overall survival (how long people live) in real-world patients with unresectable liver cancer. It may help researchers understand outcomes outside of tightly controlled studies.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT05653453RecruitingPhase 3
Tumor treatment device plus chemo for locally advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests whether a home-wearable tumor-treating device (Tumor Treating Fields) combined with gemcitabine and albumin-bound paclitaxel works better as first treatment for locally advanced pancreatic cancer. It may help by targeting cancer cells while also using standard chemotherapy.
Harbin, HeilongjiangAges 18–75
Common questions
- How many digestive system clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 7,599 recruiting gastroenterology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 11,991 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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- Women’s health & pregnancy
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- Blood & lymphatic
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- Infections
- Genetic & congenital
- Bones, joints & muscles
- Pain
- Injuries & trauma
- Mouth & dental
- Eyes & vision
- Ear, nose & throat
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.