Colorectal carcinoma

This study tests whether adding a virus-based drug (pelareorep) to standard chemotherapy can help people with a specific type of advanced colorectal cancer that has stopped responding to initial treatment. About 60 adults whose cancer has spread and has certain genetic features (…

This phase 2 trial tests whether two immunotherapy drugs, botensilimab and balstilimab, can clear tiny amounts of cancer DNA from the blood of people with stage II or III colorectal cancer who have completed standard treatment. The study enrolls 20 adults whose blood still shows …

This early-phase trial is testing whether a new drug called ZEN003694, when added to the chemotherapy capecitabine, is safe for people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or can't be removed by surgery. About 30 participants will receive the combination to find the best d…

This early-phase trial is testing a new oral drug called RMC-5127, alone or combined with other drugs, in adults with advanced solid tumors that have a specific KRAS G12V mutation. The study includes people with lung, colorectal, and pancreatic cancers who have already tried stan…

This study tests an experimental oral drug called S241656 (BDTX-4933) in people with advanced solid tumors that have certain genetic changes (KRAS, BRAF, or other RAS/MAPK mutations). The trial has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, then testing how well it works alone or wit…

This study tests whether adding the experimental drug INCA33890 to standard chemotherapy and bevacizumab helps people with metastatic colorectal cancer that is microsatellite stable (a type that doesn't respond well to immunotherapy). About 700 adults who have not had prior treat…

This phase 2 trial tests whether the drug TPST-1495 can reduce the number and size of polyps in the small bowel and colon of people with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP), an inherited condition that greatly raises colon cancer risk. About 38 participants will take the drug by…

This study tests an experimental drug called HRX215 in people who had part of their liver removed because colon cancer spread there. The drug is meant to help the liver grow back and work better after surgery. About 80 adults will take either HRX215 or a placebo for 28 days, and …

This study tests a procedure called transarterial infusion chemotherapy (TAIC) for people with colorectal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. Instead of giving chemo through a vein, TAIC delivers it directly to the tumor's blood supply, which may boost effectiveness and red…

This study tests whether giving a short course of targeted drugs before surgery can improve outcomes for people with colorectal cancer that can be removed. About 197 participants will receive a treatment matched to their tumor's genetic makeup, followed by standard surgery. The g…

This trial tests a new drug called TUB-030 in adults with advanced solid tumors, including head and neck, lung, and breast cancers. The goal is to find the safest and most effective dose. Participants receive the drug every three weeks and are monitored for side effects and tumor…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called IAM1363 in adults with advanced cancers that have HER2 alterations, including breast, lung, and stomach cancers that have spread to the brain. The study aims to find the safest dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. About 383 pa…

This early-stage study tests a new drug called NPX372 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is designed to help the body's immune cells recognize and attack cancer cells. The main goals are to check the drug's safety and fin…

This study tests a new drug, LY4257496, that delivers radiation directly to cancer cells with a specific protein (GRPR). It is for adults with advanced solid tumors like breast, prostate, or colorectal cancer that have not responded to other treatments. The goal is to see if the …

This early-stage study tests a new drug called MK-4884 in about 120 people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors (colorectal, kidney, lung, or bile duct cancer). The main goal is to check the drug's safety and find the right dose. Researchers will monitor side effects and how …

This Phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called BAY 2927088 (sevabertinib) in about 111 adults with advanced solid tumors that have HER2 gene mutations. The drug aims to block the abnormal HER2 protein and stop cancer growth. Participants take a 20 mg tablet daily in 3-week cycles u…

This early-stage study tests a new treatment called NT-175 for people with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colon, or breast cancer) that have a specific mutation (TP53 R175H) and a certain immune marker (HLA-A*02:01). NT-175 is made from a patient's own immune cells, which are …

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called JNJ-95437446 in people with advanced solid tumors, including colorectal cancer, that have not responded to standard treatments. The study has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, and second, checking safety more closely in a larger…

This study is testing a drug called amivantamab, either alone or with standard chemotherapy, in people with advanced or metastatic colorectal cancer. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors and to find the safest dose. About 225 participants will take part across …

This study compares two drug combinations for people with advanced left-sided colorectal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. Participants receive either amivantamab or cetuximab along with chemotherapy. The goal is to see which combination helps keep the cancer from growing…

This study looks at whether irreversible electroporation (IRE) can safely and effectively treat recurrent pelvic tumors in people who cannot have surgery, radiation, or other local treatments. IRE uses electrical pulses to destroy cancer cells without cutting or heating tissue. R…

This early-phase trial tests a new drug called CBI-1214 in 80 people with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. CBI-1214 is designed to connect the body's own immune T cells to cancer cells, helping the immune system attack the tumor. The main …

This early-stage study tests a new drug that delivers radiation directly to cancer cells that make a protein called CEA. It is for people with advanced colorectal or other CEA-positive cancers that have spread. The main goals are to find the safest dose and understand side effect…

This early-phase trial tests a technique called PIPAC, which turns liquid chemotherapy into a fine mist sprayed directly into the abdomen during a minimally invasive surgery. It aims to see if this approach is safe and causes fewer side effects than standard chemotherapy. The stu…

This study tests a drug called tegavivint in children, teens, and young adults whose solid tumors have come back or stopped responding to treatment. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if it can shrink tumors by blocking a key growth signal inside cancer cells. About 147 …

This early-stage trial tests a new type of immunotherapy where a patient's own T cells are genetically engineered to recognize and attack cancer cells with a specific KRAS G12D mutation. The study includes adults with advanced lung, colorectal, pancreatic, or endometrial cancers …

This trial tests a streamlined version of radioembolization, a treatment that delivers tiny radioactive beads directly to liver tumors. The standard procedure requires extra imaging beforehand to check for radiation leakage to the lungs, which can delay treatment. For patients wi…

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding two antibiotics (ciprofloxacin and metronidazole) plus aspirin to standard chemotherapy can improve outcomes for people with stage IV colorectal cancer. About 97 participants will receive either chemo alone or chemo plus the microbiome modu…

This phase 3 trial is testing whether adding a chemotherapy pump that delivers drugs directly to the liver (hepatic arterial infusion, or HAI) can help people with colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver and cannot be removed by surgery. About 408 participants will receive…

This phase 2 trial is testing whether combining three drugs—fruquintinib, pirfenidone, and pembrolizumab—can help people with advanced or metastatic colorectal cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The study includes 25 participants with a specific type of tumor (…

This early-phase trial is testing a new drug, FOG-001, in about 595 people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors, including colorectal, prostate, and liver cancers. The drug is given alone or with other cancer treatments to see if it is safe and shrinks tumors. The study is cu…

This study tests a new drug called BMS-986340, alone or with other cancer treatments, in people with advanced solid tumors like lung, colon, or breast cancer. The goal is to find safe doses and check for side effects. About 1,100 adults with tumors that have worsened after standa…

This study is for people with advanced gastrointestinal cancers that are growing despite immunotherapy. Researchers want to see if adding targeted radiation to one tumor can help the immune system attack other tumors throughout the body. About 28 participants will receive radiati…

This study tests whether combining experimental RAS(ON) inhibitors with ivonescimab (an immunotherapy) can shrink or control advanced solid tumors that have a RAS mutation. About 370 adults with cancers like non-small cell lung cancer or colorectal cancer will receive these drugs…

This early-stage trial is testing an experimental oral drug called OATD-02 in people with advanced or metastatic colorectal, ovarian, pancreatic, or renal cell cancer. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and whether it can help the immune system attack tumors by increasing arg…

This phase 2 trial tests a personalized dendritic cell vaccine combined with the immunotherapy drug nivolumab in 60 people who had surgery for liver cancer or colorectal cancer that spread to the liver. The vaccine is made from each patient's unique tumor mutations and aims to tr…

This early-phase trial tests a combination of two drugs—temozolomide and M1774—in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread. Temozolomide damages cancer cell DNA, while M1774 blocks enzymes that help cancer grow. The goal is to find the best dose and see if the combo can…

This early-phase trial is testing whether combining two drugs—abemaciclib and 5-fluorouracil—is safe and tolerable for people with advanced colorectal cancer that has spread and stopped responding to standard treatments. About 39 participants will receive the combination to find …

This study is testing several new experimental drugs (RAS(ON) inhibitors) combined with standard chemotherapy or other targeted therapies in people with advanced colorectal or pancreatic cancer that has spread. The goal is to see if these combinations are safe and can shrink tumo…

This trial tests a digital platform that uses artificial intelligence to monitor colorectal cancer patients after surgery. Patients report symptoms through a mobile app, and the AI analyzes the data to flag issues with color-coded alerts. The goal is to see if this system boosts …

This phase II trial is testing whether adding an experimental drug called PM8002 (pumitamig) to standard chemotherapy can shrink tumors in people with a common type of metastatic colorectal cancer that has not been treated before. PM8002 is a bispecific antibody designed to block…

This early-phase study tests a new drug called M5A-IL2 immunocytokine together with precise radiation (SBRT) in people with advanced colorectal or breast cancer that has spread. The drug helps the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells. The goal is to find the safest dos…

This study tests whether a program that includes a patient navigator, an educational video about colonoscopy, and a free rideshare ride home can help more people complete a follow-up colonoscopy after an abnormal stool-based colorectal cancer screening test. About 682 adults aged…

This study tests a new drug called IDE574 in people with advanced solid tumors or a specific type of breast cancer (ER+, HER2-). The drug targets two enzymes that help cancer cells grow. The study has two parts: first, testing IDE574 alone in various cancers; second, combining it…

This study tests a new treatment using a patient's own immune cells, called CAR T cells, that are specially designed to target and kill solid tumor cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed. It is for adults with certain advanced cancers, including lung, colon, pancreatic, ovari…

This early-stage trial is testing a new drug called THE-0504 in 30 adults with advanced solid tumors, including lung, colon, stomach, breast, and pancreatic cancers. The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and to find the best dose. Researchers will also watch for any signs t…

This early-phase trial tests an oral drug called ALTA3263 in about 448 adults with advanced solid tumors (like pancreatic, lung, or colorectal cancer) that have a KRAS mutation. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see how the body processes the drug. Part…

This study tests a two-step approach during surgery for people with advanced or returning colorectal cancer. First, a drug makes cancer cells glow under blue light so surgeons can see and remove them. Then, red laser light activates the drug to kill any remaining cancer cells. Th…

This early-phase study tests a new drug called BBO-11818 in people with advanced cancers that have a KRAS mutation, including lung, pancreatic, and colorectal cancers. The main goals are to check safety and find the best dose, while also seeing if the drug can shrink tumors. Abou…

This study tests whether giving a strong chemotherapy directly to the liver, followed by standard cancer pills and an injection, works better than the standard treatment alone. It is for people whose colorectal cancer has spread mostly to the liver and is no longer responding to …

This early-phase trial tests a new cell therapy called UCLH80-1 in 36 people with advanced solid tumors (colorectal, gastric, pancreatic, and bile duct cancers) that have not responded to standard treatments. The therapy uses specially engineered immune cells to target a protein …

This Phase II trial tests whether adding a dual immunotherapy drug (iparomlimab/tuvonralimab) to standard chemoradiotherapy can improve outcomes for patients with locally advanced rectal cancer that has a specific genetic profile (pMMR/MSS), which usually does not respond to immu…

This early-stage trial tests a new type of immune cell therapy (CAR-NK cells) in people with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The cells are designed to target two cancer-related proteins at once, based on each patient's tumor markers. The …

This early-stage study is testing a new drug called ALX2004 in people with advanced lung, head and neck, esophageal, or colorectal cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. ALX2004 is an antibody-drug conjugate designed to deliver a cancer-killing payload directly t…

This early-phase study tests a combination of two drugs—trifluridine/tipiracil (a chemotherapy) and talazoparib (a targeted therapy)—in people with advanced colorectal or gastroesophageal cancers that have spread. The main goals are to find the safest dose and understand side eff…

This study tests a new drug combination (HS-20110) in about 502 adults with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to prior treatments. The goal is to find the safest and most effective dose and see if it can shrink tumors. Participants must have a specific type of can…

This early-stage trial tests MGC028, a drug that delivers a cancer-killing agent directly to tumor cells. About 124 adults with advanced lung, bile duct, pancreatic, or colorectal cancers that have stopped responding to standard treatments will receive the drug every three weeks.…

This study tests a technique called in vivo lung perfusion (IVLP), where chemotherapy is delivered directly into one lung during surgery to remove lung tumors. The goal is to kill any remaining cancer cells while reducing side effects on the rest of the body. About 10 adults with…

This phase 3 trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug AK104 (cadonilimab) before and after surgery can improve outcomes for people with a specific type of colon cancer (MSI-H/dMMR). About 386 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either AK104 plus standa…

This early-phase study tests an experimental drug called KQB365 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have KRAS G12S or G12C mutations and haven't responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to find a safe dose and see if KQB365 alone or combined with other drugs can…

This phase II trial tests whether giving zanidatamab before surgery can shrink tumors in people with HER2+ colorectal cancer. About 38 participants will receive the drug intravenously, then undergo surgery. The study measures how much the tumor regresses and whether cancer return…

This early-stage trial is testing a new treatment called VET3-TGI, a virus designed to infect and destroy cancer cells. It is being given alone or with the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab to 60 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The …

This early-phase trial is testing whether adding low-dose radiation to standard immunotherapy and chemotherapy is safe for people with colorectal cancer that has spread only to the liver. About 9 to 18 participants will receive the combination treatment. The main goal is to check…

This study tests whether adding a new drug called isunakinra to the immunotherapy pembrolizumab can help treat advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to other treatments. The trial will enroll 20 people with a specific type of tumor (MSS, TMB-H, KRAS-mutated). Research…

This phase 2 trial is testing a new approach for people with a specific type of rectal cancer that has spread to a few other spots in the body (oligometastases). The treatment combines short-course radiotherapy, chemotherapy (CAPEOX), and an immunotherapy drug called serplulimab …

This phase 2 trial is testing an immunotherapy drug called KN035, given as a shot under the skin, for people with advanced solid tumors that have specific genetic features (dMMR or MSI-H). The study includes 200 participants with colorectal cancer or other solid tumors who have a…

This study tests whether adding the drug SHR-1701 to standard chemoradiotherapy can completely eliminate tumors in people with advanced rectal cancer before they have surgery. About 48 adults aged 18-75 with a specific type of rectal cancer will receive the treatment over several…

This early-phase trial is testing whether combining two immunotherapy drugs—nadunolimab and toripalimab—can help people with metastatic colorectal cancer that no longer responds to chemotherapy. The study will enroll 24 participants and first check for safety, then measure how ma…

This trial tests an experimental drug called CP-383 in people with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colon, or pancreatic cancer) that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is taken daily by mouth and works by blocking a process cancer cells need to grow. The study …

This study tests a new drug called IMC-R117C, alone or with other cancer drugs, in people with advanced colorectal, esophageal, stomach, or ovarian cancers that have a specific genetic marker (HLA-A*02:01) and produce a protein called PIWIL1. The trial aims to find safe doses and…

This early-phase trial is testing a new drug called TGI-5, given alone or with the immunotherapy nivolumab, in people with advanced solid tumors such as colorectal, liver, lung, and skin cancers. The study aims to find safe doses and check for side effects in about 194 participan…

This phase 3 trial is testing whether adding the experimental drug suvemcitug to standard chemotherapy (trifluridine/tipiracil) helps people with metastatic colorectal cancer that no longer responds to other treatments live longer. About 464 participants will receive either the c…

This early-stage trial tests a new way to deliver chemotherapy for colorectal cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen. Doctors use a spray (PIPAC) to send the drugs mitomycin or raltitrexed directly into the belly during a keyhole surgery. The main goal is to find a s…

This phase 2 trial tests zanidatamab, a drug that targets cancer cells with a HER2 gene alteration, in 105 adults with advanced lung, endometrial, colorectal, head & neck, or sarcoma cancers. Participants receive the drug every 3 weeks, and doctors monitor tumor shrinkage and sid…

This early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called ADU-1805, alone or combined with the immunotherapy Keytruda, in adults with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety and find the right dose. About 130 pa…

This study tests a new drug (GFH375) combined with either cetuximab or chemotherapy in people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific KRAS G12D mutation. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can shrink tumors. About 126 adults who have not responded to standa…

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding an immune checkpoint inhibitor (a type of immunotherapy) to standard chemotherapy before surgery can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced colorectal cancer. About 170 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the…

This early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called HCB101 alongside standard treatments (bevacizumab, cetuximab, and chemotherapy) in 40 people with advanced or metastatic colorectal cancer. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and shows signs of shrinking tumors. …

This study tests A2B395, a donor-derived CAR T-cell therapy designed to target cancer cells while sparing healthy ones. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors like colorectal, lung, or breast cancer that have lost a specific immune marker. The trial has two phases: first to …

This study is testing whether a blood test can accurately identify colorectal cancer or polyps in adults referred for suspected lower GI cancer. Participants provide a blood sample during their routine diagnostic visit, and their results are compared to their final diagnosis. The…

This study is testing whether a new blood test can screen for many types of cancer at once. Researchers will enroll 24,000 adults aged 45-75 who do not have cancer. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two blood test groups or a control group. The goal is to see how w…

This study is testing a new stool DNA test (mt-sDNA 2.0) to see how well it detects colorectal cancer or advanced growths in people with Lynch syndrome, a genetic condition that raises cancer risk. Researchers will collect blood and stool samples from 950 participants and compare…

This trial compares two blood tests—Haystack and Signatera—that look for tiny traces of tumor DNA in the blood after surgery for stage II-IV colorectal cancer. The goal is to see which test is better at detecting minimal residual disease, which could signal that cancer may come b…

This study is testing a new blood test called DENEB that looks for tiny molecules (microRNAs) to find colorectal cancer and precancerous polyps early. Researchers will collect blood samples from 2,000 people who are also getting a colonoscopy. The goal is to see if the blood test…

This study aims to develop a blood test that uses epigenetic markers (chemical changes on DNA) to predict whether a patient with metastatic colorectal cancer will respond to targeted therapies like cetuximab or bevacizumab. Researchers will analyze blood samples from 500 patients…

This study is testing a new urine test that aims to detect colorectal cancer and precancerous polyps early. Researchers will enroll 210 people in Ghana, Tanzania, and South Africa who have symptoms like rectal bleeding or are getting a colonoscopy. The test uses a biosensor to fi…

This study tests an AI tool called EndoAIM that helps doctors measure the size of polyps found during a colonoscopy. Accurate size measurement is important because larger polyps (over 10 mm) have a higher risk of becoming cancer. The study will enroll 278 adults undergoing colono…

This study tests whether a stool DNA test (mt-sDNA) can accurately detect polyps or cancer in people who have already been treated for stage I-III colorectal cancer. Researchers will compare the stool test results to colonoscopy findings in 50 survivors. The goal is to see if the…

This study tests a new way to create detailed 3D images of lung and colorectal cancer tissue. Researchers will use a special preprocessing system and 3D imaging to get a clearer picture of tumors. The goal is to improve how doctors diagnose and plan treatment for these cancers. T…

This study is testing whether a quick, at-home stool test (FIT) can accurately detect if bowel cancer has returned after surgery. About 1,000 patients who are due for a routine colonoscopy will also provide a FIT sample. If the test works well, some patients might be able to skip…

This study aims to create a blood test that can detect colorectal cancer and advanced polyps early. Researchers will use artificial intelligence to combine molecular markers and personal risk factors. The test will be developed and validated in 510 adults undergoing colonoscopy o…

This study tests whether a blood test that looks for tumor DNA (ctDNA) can detect colorectal cancer recurrence earlier than usual methods like CT scans and CEA blood tests. About 584 people with stage I-III colorectal cancer who had surgery will be randomly assigned to either sta…

This early-phase study tests the safety of a drug called ONC201 (dordaviprone) in 36 adults at high risk for colorectal cancer due to familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) or a history of many polyps. The drug aims to kill precancerous cells without harming normal ones. Researcher…

This trial tests whether a walking program can reduce signs of colorectal cancer in men who had pelvic radiation for prostate cancer. Radiation can raise the risk of colon cancer years later by causing mutations and inflammation. Researchers will compare colon tissue and blood sa…

This study offers free home-based fecal immunochemical tests (FIT) and education to Black and underserved communities in Phoenix. The goal is to increase colorectal cancer screening and reduce disparities. About 450 people aged 45 and older who haven't had a recent colonoscopy or…

This study tests a community program to increase cancer screening rates among low-income women in Ohio. The program includes patient education, coaching calls, and community outreach. Researchers will compare screening rates between groups that start the program early versus late…

This study compares giving cancer treatment at home versus in a clinic for 27 adults with various cancers in the Florida Panhandle. The goal is to see if home treatment is preferred and improves satisfaction, while also checking safety. Participants will receive their usual cance…

This study tests whether olanzapine, a drug already used for other conditions, can help cancer patients who are losing weight and appetite. About 66 adults with advanced lung, stomach, or bowel cancers will receive either olanzapine or a placebo. The goal is to see if olanzapine …

This study compares giving the cancer drug nivolumab (Opdivo) as a shot at home versus in a clinic for people with various advanced cancers. The goal is to see if home treatment improves patients' overall care experience and quality of life. About 50 adults will receive the drug …

This study tests whether a smartphone app called Smart Symptom Tracking ALEX can help young adults (ages 18-44) track gastrointestinal symptoms better than traditional paper logs. The app uses artificial intelligence to provide reminders, coaching, and education. Researchers want…

This study tests whether adding cryoablation (a procedure that freezes and kills cancer cells) to standard radiation therapy provides better pain relief for people whose cancer has spread to their bones. About 40 participants with various cancers will be split into two groups: on…

This study tests a drug called NGM120 in people with colorectal cancer who are losing weight due to cancer cachexia. The goal is to see if NGM120 can help patients gain or maintain weight and improve their quality of life. About 136 participants will receive either NGM120 or a pl…

This study tests a telehealth program called ENGAGE for people with stage IV breast, prostate, lung, or colorectal cancer. The program helps manage symptoms like pain, fatigue, and distress that interfere with daily life. About 190 participants will be randomly assigned to ENGAGE…

This study tests an 8-week virtual rehab program (CaRE@Home) for adults who finished cancer treatment for breast, colorectal, head and neck cancers, or lymphoma within the last two years. The goal is to see if the program reduces disability and improves physical function, anxiety…

This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) can reduce severe belly pain and improve quality of life in people with digestive tract cancers. 360 participants will be split into three groups: one using a skills-based VR program, one using distracting VR videos, and a contr…

This study tests a web-based program designed to help people with colorectal cancer and their caregivers manage common but distressing symptoms like fatigue, depression, sleep problems, pain, and brain fog. The program is for patients currently on chemotherapy and their main fami…

This study tests whether megestrol acetate, a drug that boosts appetite, can help patients with locally advanced colorectal cancer avoid weight loss during chemotherapy. About 60 adults will receive either the drug or a placebo alongside their standard treatment. The goal is to s…

This observational study in Vietnam looks at archived tumor samples from patients with several solid cancers, including liver, colorectal, gastric, breast, lung, endometrial, melanoma, and pancreatic cancer. Researchers will measure the presence of two proteins, ENPP1/cGAS and FA…

This observational study collects tumor tissue and blood cells from 200 people with advanced solid tumors like colorectal, lung, and pancreatic cancers. The goal is to understand how often tumors lose a specific marker (HLA) and to store participants' own T cells for potential fu…

This study tests a clinic-wide program called Primary Care-GI Connect to improve follow-up colonoscopy rates in people who had an abnormal stool-based colorectal cancer screening test (FIT). The program helps coordinate care, standardize referrals, and educate patients. Researche…

This study looks at whether patient navigation services, an interactive website, or both can help people who had stage I-III colorectal cancer get the recommended follow-up tests after surgery. About 75 survivors will be assigned to one of three groups to see which approach works…

This study is looking at why some people with advanced cancer lose weight and muscle, a condition called cachexia. Researchers will follow 800 patients with advanced lung, pancreatic, or colorectal cancer to see if there are distinct subtypes of cachexia based on symptoms, biomar…

This study is testing whether a blood test that looks for cancer DNA (called a liquid biopsy) can find leftover cancer cells after surgery in people with stage III colorectal cancer. The goal is to see if this test can help doctors decide who needs additional treatment and who ca…

This study tests two ways to encourage colorectal cancer screening among American Indians in Oklahoma. Participants will either watch a video of a real community health educator or interact with a virtual health educator. The goal is to see which method reaches more people and he…

This study is testing a special type of MRI scan to see if it can better measure how colorectal cancer liver tumors respond to chemotherapy. About 70 people with liver metastases that have not been treated yet will get the scan before and after chemo. The goal is to improve how d…

This study is testing whether wearing a fitness tracker (like a Fitbit) can give doctors a better picture of how active cancer patients are, and whether that activity level relates to how well they are doing overall. About 590 people with various cancers will wear activity monito…

This study aims to develop a test that uses DNA methylation patterns from tumor samples to predict whether stage II or III colorectal cancer will return after surgery and chemotherapy. Researchers will analyze tissue from 400 patients who are currently cancer-free after treatment…

This study is developing a computer model that uses genetic information from tumors to predict whether a colorectal cancer patient will benefit from chemotherapy after surgery. The goal is to avoid giving chemo to those who won't respond and ensure those who need it get it. Resea…

This study is looking for a way to predict which patients with advanced colorectal cancer will benefit from standard chemotherapy. Researchers will analyze blood samples from 600 patients to find specific markers that separate responders from non-responders. The goal is to help d…

This study aims to help African American cancer survivors learn about and get genetic testing for hereditary cancer risks. Researchers are adapting an online educational program to be culturally relevant, with input from community leaders and genetics experts. About 85 participan…

This early-phase study tests a small implantable device placed directly into liver tumors from colorectal cancer. The device releases tiny amounts of several chemotherapy and immunotherapy drugs to see how the tumor responds. After a few days, the device is removed along with the…

This study enrolls 500 Hispanic adults with colorectal cancer to collect genetic and clinical data. Researchers hope to learn why some patients respond better to treatments than others. The goal is to pave the way for personalized medicine, where treatments are tailored to each p…

This study uses a special microscope called intravital microscopy to look at blood vessels inside solid tumors while patients are in surgery. Researchers want to see how these vessels work and how well they let blood and dye flow through. The goal is to learn whether tumor vessel…

This pilot study at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center is looking at how diet and the microbiome (the bacteria in your gut) might affect the development of colorectal cancer. Researchers will collect tissue, stool, and blood samples from 30 people undergoing screening colonoscopy. The g…

This study looks at why some people who had surgery for colorectal cancer develop lasting bowel issues like urgency or leakage. Researchers will compare 145 participants with and without these problems using advanced tests. The goal is to identify different types of bowel dysfunc…

This study looks at whether a simple blood test can find tiny bits of cancer DNA left after surgery for stage III colorectal cancer. The goal is to see if this test can help doctors decide who really needs extra chemotherapy and who can skip it. About 590 people will give blood s…

This study looks at how chemotherapy and radiation affect the reproductive and sexual health of young adults with early onset colorectal cancer. Researchers will track hormone levels and fertility over time in 120 men and women. The goal is to better understand the long-term effe…

This study tests a website called Current Together after Cancer (CTAC) to see if it helps people who had stage 2 or 3 colorectal cancer surgery get the recommended follow-up tests. Many survivors miss these important check-ups, which can catch cancer if it comes back early. The w…

This study follows 2,000 adults with newly diagnosed breast, colorectal, lung, melanoma, or lymphoma cancer who are receiving chemotherapy or immunotherapy. Researchers will track whether using cannabis or cannabinoids helps with symptoms like pain or nausea over time. No treatme…

This study collects tissue samples from people with various advanced or early-stage cancers to train a diagnostic platform called Elephas. The goal is to see how accurately it can predict whether a patient will respond to immunotherapy or chemoimmunotherapy. About 324 participant…

This study tests a method called NPT-PLA to help 20 primary care clinics better use a decision-making tool that encourages colorectal cancer screening. About 2,200 patients and staff will take part. The goal is to see if this approach leads to more screening orders and completion…

This study looks at how chemotherapy or radiation before colorectal cancer surgery affects tiny blood vessels and scarring in skin tissue, and whether this leads to more complications. Researchers will compare 34 patients who had pre-surgery therapy with 34 who went straight to s…

This study creates a database of information from people diagnosed with colorectal cancer before age 50. Researchers will compare this to data from older patients to find differences and potential causes. Participants complete a risk factor questionnaire and provide medical infor…

This study looks at whether a blood test for tumor DNA can better predict if colorectal cancer will come back after surgery. Currently, doctors use tumor tissue to decide who needs chemotherapy, but many patients get chemo they may not need. The test checks for cancer DNA in the …

This study tests whether an online self-monitoring platform helps patients with lung, colorectal, breast, or prostate cancer track medication safety events and concerns while taking oral anticancer drugs at home. Eighty adult patients currently on active cancer treatment will use…

This study is observing 800 people with advanced lung, colorectal, or pancreatic cancer to understand why some lose weight and muscle (cachexia). Researchers hope to find distinct subtypes of cachexia, which could lead to better, more personalized treatments in the future. Partic…

This observational study is looking for new substances in the blood that could signal colorectal cancer (CRC) or pre-cancerous growths. Researchers will compare blood samples from 60 people: those with CRC, those with a pre-cancerous polyp, and healthy individuals. The goal is to…

This study is checking how common liver disease (MASLD) is in people who survived breast or colorectal cancer. Researchers will use painless scans and blood tests instead of a liver biopsy. The goal is to find better ways to catch liver problems early in cancer survivors.

This study looks at 500 adults with colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver. Doctors want to know if removing the colon tumor first or the liver tumor first leads to fewer complications and better survival. The goal is to find the safest and most effective surgery order.

This study tests a program that uses reminders, scheduling help, and electronic health record tools to encourage patients with high-risk colon polyps to get a follow-up colonoscopy within 3 years. About 1,680 patients and their healthcare providers will take part. The goal is to …