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Researchers are studying whether patients can safely leave the hospital within 48 hours after minimally invasive colorectal surgery. The trial follows 97 adults having elective laparoscopic or robotic surgery for benign or malignant disease. It checks how many meet predefined cli…

This phase 1 trial tests an investigational drug called DEM301 in adults with advanced colorectal cancer that has progressed after standard treatments. DEM301 is an antibody-drug conjugate, a type of therapy designed to deliver a toxic agent directly to cancer cells. The study ai…

This phase 2 trial tests whether giving two immunotherapy drugs, pembrolizumab and porustobart, before surgery can shrink tumors in adults with a common type of colon cancer called MSS (microsatellite stable) that has not spread. Participants receive the drugs through a vein, wit…

This trial tests whether a coordinated care pathway, involving oncologists, geriatricians, pharmacists, and pharmacologists, can reduce severe side effects in adults over 70 with certain cancers who are starting oral therapy. Participants receive extra monitoring, including blood…

This study tests whether two immunotherapy drugs, cemiplimab and fianlimab, can safely shrink colon tumors before surgery in people with stage II-III colon cancer that hasn't spread. Participants get two IV doses before surgery, then are followed for up to three years. The goal i…

This trial investigates whether combining two drugs—trastuzumab deruxtecan (T-DXd) and cetuximab—can shrink tumors in people with advanced colorectal cancer that has low levels of the HER2 protein and has worsened after standard treatments. The study enrolls adults with metastati…

This study looks at whether immunotherapy can shrink certain gastrointestinal cancers (like colorectal or stomach cancer) enough that some patients may not need major surgery. People whose tumors have specific genetic features (MSI-H/dMMR or POLE mutation) and who respond well to…

This study tests whether adding an experimental immunotherapy drug (QL1706) to standard chemotherapy and radiation can shrink liver tumors from colon cancer enough to allow surgery. About 30 adults with colon cancer that has spread only to the liver will receive the combination b…

This phase 3 trial tests whether a blood test that measures tumor DNA (ctDNA) can help doctors decide when to reduce or switch chemotherapy in people with metastatic colorectal cancer. About 408 participants will be randomly assigned to either standard treatment or a strategy whe…

This phase II trial tests whether a stronger chemotherapy cocktail (cmFOLFOXIRI) plus an immunotherapy drug (PD-1 inhibitor) works better than standard chemotherapy (mFOLFOX6) when given before surgery for locally advanced colon cancer. About 138 patients with high-risk stage II …

This study tests if adding a common heart medication (propranolol) to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy before surgery can improve outcomes for people with a certain type of colon cancer. About 45 adults with stage II or III colon cancer that is mismatch repair proficient (…

This study tests a drug called fruquintinib in 88 adults with advanced colon cancer that has not responded to standard chemotherapies. The goal is to see if adding supportive care to manage side effects can help patients live longer without their cancer growing. Participants will…

This phase II trial tests a chemotherapy regimen called FULIRI, combined with either bevacizumab or cetuximab, as a first treatment for colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver. The goal is to shrink the liver tumors enough so they can be surgically removed. The study will …

This study tests giving an immunotherapy drug (pembrolizumab) before surgery to people with a specific type of colon cancer (dMMR). The goal is to see if the drug can shrink or eliminate the tumor so some patients may avoid surgery and instead be closely monitored. About 152 adul…

This study compares giving chemotherapy before surgery versus standard surgery-first treatment for people with stage II or III colon cancer that has a high CEA level. About 100 adults aged 18-70 will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. The goal is to see if pre-surgery che…

This early-phase study tests a new cell therapy called KT032 in 24 adults with advanced solid tumors (ovarian, mesothelioma, colon cancer) that have spread to the abdomen and haven't responded to standard treatments. The main goal is to check safety and find the best dose, while …

This Phase 3 trial tests a personalized cancer vaccine called OncoVAX for people with Stage II colon cancer. After surgery to remove the tumor, the patient's own cancer cells are used to create a vaccine that trains the immune system to attack any remaining cancer cells. The goal…

This study tests a new drug combination (HLX43 plus HLX07 or serplulimab) in people with advanced or metastatic colorectal cancer that has stopped responding to standard first-line treatment. About 126 participants will receive the experimental therapy to see if it can shrink tum…

This phase 2 trial is testing whether giving the drugs encorafenib and cetuximab again can help people with a specific type of advanced colorectal cancer (BRAF V600E-mutant) whose disease got worse after prior treatment with similar drugs. About 25 participants will receive the d…

This study tests whether a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (iparomlimab and tuvonralimab) plus chemotherapy can shrink tumors before surgery in people with stage III colon cancer that is microsatellite stable (pMMR/MSS). About 21 participants will receive four cycles of th…

This trial is testing whether a breath analysis device can detect unique chemical patterns—called volatile organic compounds—that may signal the presence of cancer. Researchers will collect breath samples from 1,000 people with various cancers and 1,000 healthy volunteers, then u…

This study compares two imaging methods for checking blood flow to the bowel during colorectal surgery: the standard technique using a dye called indocyanine green (ICG) and a newer dye-free method called Laser Speckle Contrast Imaging (LSCI). About 30 adults having elective colo…

This study tests whether a 3D computer model, made from a standard CT scan, helps surgeons better plan operations for locally advanced colon cancer. About 168 adults with stage cT3 or cT4 colon cancer will be randomly assigned to have surgery planned with or without the 3D model.…

This study aims to see if measuring two proteins in the blood, Talin-1 and Cripto-1, can help diagnose colorectal cancer. Researchers will compare these levels in 70 newly diagnosed patients and healthy people. The goal is to find a simpler, more accurate way to detect the diseas…

This study aims to improve how doctors classify colon tumors by using artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze CT scans. The AI will be trained to tell early-stage tumors from advanced ones and to detect lymph node involvement, which is key for deciding on treatments like chemothe…

Researchers are testing an experimental drug called INCA33890 in people with stage II or III colorectal cancer who have finished surgery and chemotherapy but still have tiny amounts of tumor DNA in their blood. This leftover DNA, called circulating tumor DNA or ctDNA, can signal …

This study tests whether providing educational materials and mailing stool-based screening kits (FIT or Cologuard) to primary care patients can increase colorectal cancer screening rates. Participants aged 45-75 who are eligible for screening will be assigned to receive education…

This study tests a culturally tailored educational program to help Syrian migrants in Turkey get screened for breast, cervical, and colorectal cancers. About 30 participants will take part in the program, which uses a questionnaire to measure their motivation and knowledge before…

This phase III trial tests whether a daily probiotic supplement, OXXYSLAB®, can reduce peripheral neuropathy—nerve damage causing pain and numbness—in people with stage III colon cancer receiving oxaliplatin-based chemotherapy (FOLFOX or XELOX). About 130 participants will take e…

This trial investigates whether gentle abdominal massage, performed early after colon cancer surgery, can help the intestines start working again more quickly. Many patients experience a temporary slowdown in gut function (postoperative ileus) that causes bloating, pain, and naus…

This study looks at whether a prehabilitation program—including physical therapy, dietary advice, and emotional support—given before major cancer surgery can reduce deaths and serious complications within 30 days after the operation. About 180 adults with cancers of the pancreas,…

This study tests whether a home-based exercise program can help people with gastrointestinal or lung cancer handle chemotherapy better. Up to 120 participants will be randomly assigned to either an aerobic and resistance exercise group or a stretching group. All activities are do…

This study looks at whether a combination of immune cell activity, genetic changes, and imaging features can help predict if colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver will come back after surgery. Researchers will analyze tumor tissue, blood samples, and scans from about 210…

This study investigates whether two blood-based biomarkers—circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) and tumor-educated platelets (TEP)—can predict how well colon cancer responds to pre-surgery therapy. About 80 adults with stage III colon cancer will provide extra blood samples before, duri…

This study explores whether combining artificial intelligence analysis of tumor tissue with special blood tests (liquid biopsy) can more accurately predict if colon cancer will return after surgery. Researchers will follow 400 adults with stage II or III colon cancer for up to fi…

This study is testing whether a green dye called indocyanine green (ICG) can help surgeons see and remove lymph nodes that contain cancer during laparoscopic colon cancer surgery. About 25 adults with colon cancer will receive the dye injected around the tumor and into a vein. Th…

This study looks at where cancer spreads to lymph nodes in people with colon or rectal cancer. Researchers will examine tissue from 1200 patients who had surgery to remove their cancer. The goal is to find patterns that could help doctors better plan treatment in the future.

This study will collect blood samples from 1,000 people with small colon growths to see if a liquid biopsy can accurately tell benign from malignant lesions and predict cancer spread to lymph nodes. Current methods often lead to unnecessary surgery. The goal is to create a bioban…

This study looks at how decision counseling affects people who get a positive result on the Shield blood test for colorectal cancer. Researchers want to see if counseling helps reduce confusion and increases the chance of getting a follow-up colonoscopy. About 350 adults aged 45-…

This study looks at whether certain bacteria in your stool can help predict if colon cancer will come back after surgery. Researchers will collect stool and blood samples from 107 adults before and after their surgery. They want to see if bacteria that break down collagen are lin…

This study looks at how colorectal cancer grows when it spreads to the lining of the abdomen. Researchers want to see if the pattern of tumor growth can help doctors decide who will benefit most from surgery. The study will follow 30 adults who are already scheduled for surgery o…

This study will check if people with metastatic breast or colon cancer have antibodies that might also attack the heart. Researchers will collect blood samples and ECGs from 196 participants over 12 months. The goal is to see if these antibodies raise the risk of dangerous heart …

This study compares two types of surgery for right-sided colon cancer: laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery and open surgery. The goal is to see which approach leads to less blood loss, fewer complications, and a shorter hospital stay. The study will include 22 adults with right colon …

This study looks at how a personalized strength training program affects people with different cancers, including lung, colon, breast, and blood cancers. 150 adults will either do supervised strength training plus home exercises, or just home exercises, for 12 weeks. Researchers …

This study creates a registry of 500 cancer patients receiving immunotherapy to better understand and manage immune-related side effects (irAEs). Researchers will collect data on who gets these side effects, how they present, and what treatments work best. The goal is to improve …

This observational study will examine lymph nodes from the ileum mesentery in 406 people undergoing surgery for right-sided colon cancer. Researchers want to learn where cancer spreads in these nodes to help surgeons decide how much tissue to remove. Participants will be followed…