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Digestive system carcinoma
MONDO:0006181A malignant neoplasm that arises from the epithelium of any part of the digestive system. Representative examples include colorectal carcinoma, esophageal carcinoma, and pancreatic carcinoma.
Also known as: carcinoma of digestive system, carcinoma of the gastrointestinal system, digestive system carcinoma, gastrointestinal carcinoma, gastrointestinal carcinoma (disease), gastrointestinal system carcinoma
6540 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New combo aims to extend life in stomach cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether a combination of ramucirumab plus FOLFIRI (a standard chemo regimen) works better than ramucirumab plus paclitaxel for people with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that has worsened after one prior chemo treatment. About 429 participan…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Institut für Klinische Krebsforschung IKF GmbH at Krankenhaus Nordwest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple threat before surgery: could a new combo wipe out stomach cancer cells?
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether giving a three-part treatment before surgery can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. The treatment combines an immunotherapy drug (tislelizumab) with standard chemotherapy and a short course of ra…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jiangsu Cancer Institute & Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug hopes to boost chemo against tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis trial investigates whether adding antroquinonol (Hocena) to standard chemotherapy (nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine) can safely treat people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has not yet been treated. The study has two phases: first, finding the best dose, and second, che…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Golden Biotechnology Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental cell therapy takes aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tests an experimental cell therapy called IBR854 in people with advanced solid tumors that cannot be surgically removed or have spread. The main goals are to check the treatment's safety and find the right dose. Participants receive the cells by infusion tw…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Imbioray (Hangzhou) Biomedicine Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Bee product may boost health in oral cancer survivors
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether a daily dose of Taiwanese Green Propolis, a natural bee-derived supplement, can improve blood fat levels, reduce fatigue, and enhance quality of life in people who have completed treatment for oral cavity cancer. Participants take either propolis capsules…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Taipei Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tests an experimental drug called XmAb24306, given alone or with another cancer drug (atezolizumab), in people with advanced solid tumors that cannot be cured. The main goal is to check the drug's safety and how the body processes it. About 195 participants will take p…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Genentech, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Double-Barreled chemo attack on bile duct cancer shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study tests a two-pronged chemotherapy approach for people with intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (a type of bile duct cancer) that cannot be removed by surgery. Participants receive chemotherapy directly to the liver through a surgically placed pump, plus standard chemotherap…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill takes aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tests an experimental tablet called YZJ-5053 in people with advanced solid tumors who have no standard treatment options left. The main goals are to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers will also look at how the drug moves through the bo…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Haiyan Pharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Promising combo tackles tough cancers in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested the safety of combining two drugs—pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) and AMG386 (which targets blood vessel growth)—in 62 people with advanced solid tumors like melanoma, ovarian, renal, or colorectal cancer. The main goals were to find the safest dose…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a cup of green tea keep colon cancer away?
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tests whether a purified green tea extract called EGCG can help prevent colon cancer from coming back after surgery. 51 patients who had their colon cancer removed took either the extract or a placebo. Researchers are checking for changes in DNA methylation, a ma…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy drug durvalumab may be safe for liver cancer patients with active hepatitis b
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether the immunotherapy drug durvalumab can be safely given to people with advanced liver cancer who also have an active hepatitis B infection. All participants receive an antiviral drug (entecavir) to control the hepatitis B virus. The main goal is to see if d…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple immunotherapy attack shows promise against Hard-to-Treat HPV cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tests a combination of three immunotherapy drugs—PDS0101, M7824, and NHS-IL12—in people with advanced HPV-related cancers such as cervical, anal, and throat cancers. The goal is to see if the mix can shrink tumors or stop them from growing. Participants receive the dru…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to stop liver cancer from coming back
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether adding a targeted drug (Donafenib) and chemotherapy directly into the liver's blood supply can prevent liver cancer from returning after surgery. It includes adults with a single large tumor (≥5 cm) and microscopic blood vessel invasion, who are at high r…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with liver cancer: personalized treatment shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study tests a treatment plan tailored to each child's risk level for a rare liver cancer called hepatoblastoma. About 236 children will receive standard treatments like surgery and chemotherapy, plus the drug temsirolimus for high-risk cases. The goal is to see if this appro…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy-Targeted therapy combo shows promise for advanced liver cancer
Disease control CompletedThis clinical trial is testing a combination of two drugs—an immunotherapy (pembrolizumab/quavonlimab) and a targeted therapy (lenvatinib)—as a first treatment for people with advanced hepatocellular carcinoma, a type of liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The study a…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug naderin may help patients fight infections during cancer and TB therapy
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding Naderin (sodium nucleinate) to standard treatment could reduce complications in 75 patients with cancer, tuberculosis, or hepatitis C. The main group received Naderin plus standard therapy, while the control group received standard therapy alone. …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: MIPO Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy duo before liver surgery shows promise against cancer
Disease control CompletedThis trial investigates whether giving two immunotherapy drugs, ipilimumab and nivolumab, before liver surgery can help shrink tumors in people with liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma). Participants receive the drugs in the weeks leading up to their planned surgery. The study…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Stool transplants via stoma show promise for treating Post-Surgery colon inflammation
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether giving patients their own stool bacteria through a temporary stoma can reduce inflammation in the unused part of the colon, a condition called diversion colitis. Sixty-six people with rectal cancer who have a temporary ileostomy will receive either a dail…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yongjian Liao • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in liver cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested whether adding an experimental drug called SRF388 to a standard two-drug regimen (atezolizumab plus bevacizumab) helps people with advanced liver cancer that hasn't been treated before. The study enrolled 30 adults whose cancer could not be surgically re…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Coherus Oncology, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a new drug called BGB-15025, alone or with another drug (tislelizumab), in 157 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to check safety and find the best dose. The study is now complete, …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: BeiGene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug combo tested in early human trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called IOS-1002, given alone or with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, in 47 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose. Research…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: ImmunOs Therapeutics AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to make inoperable abdominal cancers operable
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a combination of two drugs—paclitaxel (given intravenously and directly into the abdomen) and oral nilotinib—in 21 adults with cancers that had spread to the lining of the abdomen and could not be surgically removed. The goal was to see if the treatment …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New drug duo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 study tested a combination of two drugs—olaparib and pembrolizumab—in 333 adults with advanced solid tumors that have specific DNA repair problems (HRR mutations or HRD). The goal was to see if the combo could shrink tumors or slow their growth. Participants had alre…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Can adding cetuximab to chemotherapy prevent colon cancer return?
Disease control CompletedThis large phase III trial studied whether adding the targeted drug cetuximab to standard chemotherapy after surgery helps prevent cancer from coming back in patients with stage III colon cancer. Over 3,300 patients took part, and the study focused on those with a specific geneti…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Immunotherapy cocktail shows promise against tough rectal cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether giving a mix of immunotherapy drugs (tislelizumab and IL-2) plus chemotherapy before surgery could shrink tumors more effectively in people with locally advanced rectal cancer. The trial involved 130 adults whose cancers had not spread but were hard to t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital with Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called CT7001, alone or with other cancer treatments, in 124 people with advanced solid tumors like breast and prostate cancer. The main goal was to check safety and side effects. The drug is taken by mouth and aims to control the disease, not cure it…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Carrick Therapeutics Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Liver cancer drug combo shows promise in large trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding the chemotherapy drug doxorubicin to the targeted therapy sorafenib helps people with advanced liver cancer live longer. Over 350 patients received either sorafenib alone or sorafenib plus doxorubicin. The main goal was to compare overall survival…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Fish oil supplement tested for muscle loss in liver cancer patients
Disease control CompletedThis completed trial tested whether a daily EPA (an omega-3 fatty acid) supplement could help preserve muscle mass and reduce inflammation in 18 people with advanced liver cancer that could not be surgically removed. Participants took either the EPA supplement or a placebo for 12…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Aragón • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New drug IBI129 tested in humans for first time against Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called IBI129 in 36 adults with advanced solid tumors that could not be removed by surgery or had spread. The main goals were to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers also looked for any signs that the drug mig…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Innovent Biologics (Suzhou) Co. Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New cancer drug CFI-402257 enters first human trial
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 1 trial tested an investigational oral drug called CFI-402257 in 52 people with advanced solid tumors, including breast cancer, that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check how the drug moves through the body. It w…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Robot or scalpel? european trial tests less invasive pancreatic cancer surgery
Disease control CompletedThis trial compares two types of surgery for pancreatic cancer in the body or tail of the pancreas: minimally invasive (laparoscopic or robot-assisted) versus traditional open surgery. The goal is to see if the less invasive approach can remove the tumor just as completely. Adult…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New immunotherapy cocktail aims to simplify cancer treatment
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a fixed-dose combination of two immunotherapy drugs, tiragolumab and atezolizumab, given together as a single infusion every three weeks. The trial enrolled 64 people with advanced solid tumors that express a protein called PD-L1. The main goal was to check the …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug combo takes on advanced cancers in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called KVA12123, given alone or with the immunotherapy Keytruda, in 40 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung, breast, or colon cancer) that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kineta Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New cocktail shows promise against tough rectal tumors
Disease control CompletedThis completed study looked at whether adding an immune-boosting drug called thymalfasin to standard chemoradiotherapy and a PD-1 inhibitor could help shrink advanced rectal tumors before surgery. Researchers studied 47 patients with stage II/III mid-low rectal cancer. The main g…
Sponsor: Beijing Friendship Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Promising cocktail may shrink pancreatic tumors before surgery
Disease control CompletedThis Phase II trial tested a combination of chemotherapy drugs (FOLFIRINOX) plus the blood pressure drug losartan, followed by proton radiation, in 50 people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer. The goal was to see if this approach could shrink tumors enough to allow complete…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether a combination of three drugs—cisplatin, nivolumab, and temozolomide—can shrink tumors in people with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to other treatments. The cancer must be a specific type called MMR-proficient. The trial involves 18 par…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on liver cancer in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new approach for advanced liver cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. Researchers took participants' own immune cells, modified them in a lab to target a protein called AFP found on cancer cells, and infused them back after a short …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Adaptimmune • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called RO7496353 combined with an immunotherapy (atezolizumab) and sometimes chemotherapy in 102 people with advanced lung, stomach, or pancreatic cancer. The main goal was to check safety and side effects. Researchers also looked at how t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Genentech, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to stop liver cancer recurrence after surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a combination of two drugs (atezolizumab and bevacizumab) can prevent liver cancer from returning in people who had surgery or ablation to remove their tumor. About 668 participants at high risk of recurrence were randomly assigned to receive the drug co…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Immune cells armed with antibody take on pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis trial tested a new treatment called EGFR BATs for people with advanced pancreatic cancer. The treatment uses a patient's own immune cells, armed with a special antibody, to target cancer cells. The study included 22 participants who had already received chemotherapy. The goa…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Virginia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Prepping the body and mind before colon cancer surgery may cut recovery risks
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests whether a program of exercise, nutrition advice, and psychological support—started four weeks before surgery and continued afterward—can reduce complications in people having colon cancer surgery. Participants are adults over 40 with non-metastatic colon cancer w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise in helping immune system fight advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called PF-06801591 in 155 people with advanced solid tumors or non-small-cell lung cancer. The drug works by blocking a protein that stops the immune system from attacking cancer cells. The goal was to check safety, how the drug moves through the body, an…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Modified virus injected into tumors shows promise for liver cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a modified virus called JX-594 (Pexa-Vec) in 30 people with liver cancer that could not be surgically removed. The virus was injected directly into the liver tumors to see if it could stop the cancer from growing. Researchers measured how many patients h…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jennerex Biotherapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Radiation and immunotherapy combo shows promise in small cancer study
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested whether combining high-dose radiation therapy with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) could boost the immune system's ability to fight advanced solid tumors. Twenty-one patients with various advanced cancers received the combination either at …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: James Larner, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for liver cancer patients with cirrhosis? tiny trial tests drug duo
Disease control CompletedThis small, completed phase II study tested the safety of combining two drugs—atezolizumab (an immunotherapy) and bevacizumab (a blood vessel blocker)—in 6 people with advanced liver cancer who also had moderate cirrhosis (Child-Pugh B7 or B8). The goal was to see if this treatme…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Howard S Hochster • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug combo takes on tough cancers in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called vilastobart, alone or with another drug (atezolizumab), in 125 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers also looke…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Xilio Development, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New combo approach before surgery may improve outcomes for massive liver tumors
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at 715 patients with very large liver cancers (over 10 cm) to see if giving a combination of local treatments (like chemo directly into the liver) and body-wide treatments (targeted drugs and immunotherapy) before surgery helps them live longer. Patients were di…
Sponsor: Tongji Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Drug combo shows promise in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis phase 1 trial tested the combination of dasatinib (a pill) and bevacizumab (an infusion) in 50 adults with advanced solid tumors that no longer respond to standard treatments. The goal was to find the safest dose and see how well the two drugs work together to slow cancer gr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New drug duo shows promise for tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two experimental drugs (AK104 and AK117) together, sometimes with chemotherapy, in 128 people with advanced solid tumors. The goal was to see if the combination is safe and can shrink tumors. It focused on patients with stomach, esophageal, or other advanced can…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Akeso • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New stomach cancer surgery technique shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new way to reconnect the stomach and small intestine after removing the lower part of the stomach in people with advanced stomach cancer. The goal was to see if the new stapling method was safe and worked well. One hundred patients took part, and the researche…
Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New immunotherapy combo takes on tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested whether adding an immunotherapy drug called botensilimab to standard chemotherapy could help people with metastatic pancreatic cancer who had already progressed on a common chemo regimen (FOLFIRINOX). The study enrolled 81 participants and compared the c…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Agenus Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Immune cell combo shows promise in tough head and neck cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new approach for people with advanced head and neck cancer that has come back or spread. It combined specially trained natural killer (NK) immune cells with drugs that help the immune system attack cancer. The study enrolled 11 participants to chec…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Promising drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat liver cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of two drugs, cadonilimab and regorafenib, in 36 adults with advanced liver cancer that had worsened after standard treatments. The goal was to see if the combo could slow cancer growth and how safe it was. Results may help develop better options f…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New cocktail of three drugs tested for tough bladder cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a combination of two chemotherapy drugs (gemcitabine and carboplatin) plus lenalidomide, a drug that blocks blood vessel growth in tumors, in 18 adults with advanced solid tumors, especially urothelial (bladder) cancer. The main goal was to find the …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New pill shows promise in shrinking Hard-to-Treat breast tumors
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new oral drug called BGB-43395 in 33 Chinese patients with advanced or metastatic HR+/HER2- breast cancer and other solid tumors. The drug blocks a protein (CDK4) that helps cancer cells grow. The goal was to find a safe dose and see if it can shrink tumors wh…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Virus therapy takes on liver cancer in major trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding a virus-based immunotherapy (Pexa-Vec) to the standard drug sorafenib helps people with advanced liver cancer live longer. About 459 adults with advanced liver cancer who had not received prior treatment took part. The approach uses a modified vir…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: SillaJen, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Vacuum bandage may slash infection risk after GI cancer surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether using a negative pressure wound therapy device (a special vacuum bandage) for a longer time after surgery could lower the chance of wound infections in people with gastrointestinal cancer. About 290 patients took part. The goal was to see if this approac…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Tailored immunotherapy cocktail shows promise for tough stomach cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested personalized immunotherapy combinations for advanced gastric cancer that had worsened after initial chemotherapy. Researchers matched treatments to tumor genetics: patients with certain genetic features received atezolizumab plus ipatasertib, while other…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new drug called BGB-C354, alone or with an immunotherapy (tislelizumab), in 63 people with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers also looked for…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New shot form of cancer drug tested in 142 patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new under-the-skin shot version of the cancer drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) in 142 people with advanced solid tumors. The goal was to see how well the body absorbs the drug compared to the standard IV infusion. Researchers also checked for side effects and how…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New drug MK-1200 tested in advanced cancer patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called MK-1200 in 13 people with advanced solid tumors, including stomach, esophageal, bile duct, and pancreatic cancers. The goal was to find safe doses and see if the drug could shrink tumors. The study is complete, but results are not yet available…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Could a flavonoid combo reverse liver scarring and prevent cancer in hepatitis b?
Disease control CompletedThis completed phase 4 trial tested whether adding SB Flavon (a blend of flavonoids, vitamin C, and L-arginine) to standard Tenofovir therapy can reverse advanced liver scarring (cirrhosis) and prevent liver cancer in 134 people with chronic hepatitis B. The study measured liver …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Trieu, Nguyen Thi, M.D. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New combo attack on stomach cancer shows promise in small trial
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a combination of radiation, a targeted drug (olaparib), and an immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) in 9 people with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that had spread. The goal was to see if this approach could shrink tumors that were not dir…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Experimental drug TdCyd aims to reactivate Tumor-Fighting genes in advanced cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called TdCyd in 27 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug is designed to turn back on genes that may slow tumor growth. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effect…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for tough stomach cancers
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 study tested a combination of two drugs, pembrolizumab and ramucirumab, in 26 people with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that had spread. The goal was to see if the combo could shrink tumors or slow the disease. Participants received both drugs …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in shrinking liver tumors before surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of two drugs (atezolizumab and bevacizumab) given before surgery to people with liver cancer. The goal was to see how well the drugs shrink the tumor and how they affect the immune system. 40 participants were enrolled, and researchers also studied…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tae Won Kim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Cancer drug safety checked in Long-Term study
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at the long-term safety of several cancer drugs, including tislelizumab and pamiparib, in 404 people with advanced cancers. Participants had already been in an earlier trial of these drugs. The goal was to track serious side effects and see if patients could kee…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: BeOne Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Targeted drug boosts esophageal cancer treatment in major trial
Disease control CompletedThis phase III trial tested whether adding trastuzumab (Herceptin) to standard chemotherapy and radiation helps people with HER2-positive esophageal cancer. 203 patients were randomly assigned to get chemo and radiation with or without trastuzumab. The study measured how long pat…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for tough bile duct cancer
Disease control CompletedThis trial tested a three-drug combination—chemotherapy infused into the liver, an immunotherapy drug (tislelizumab), and a targeted pill (regorafenib)—as a first treatment for 31 people with advanced bile duct cancer that couldn't be removed by surgery. The goal was to see how m…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for Tough-to-Treat head and neck cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether giving the immunotherapy drug durvalumab alongside radiation works better than the standard cetuximab plus radiation for people with advanced head and neck cancer who cannot take the usual chemotherapy drug cisplatin. A total of 196 adults took part. The…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug combo for liver cancer passes safety check in 1,200 patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at the safety of two drugs, IMJUDO and IMFINZI, given together or alone to 1,200 people with advanced liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The main goal was to track any side effects that happen in everyday medical use. The study is now complete and h…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Antibody therapy aims to keep colon cancer from returning
Disease control CompletedThis phase III trial tested whether adding a monoclonal antibody called edrecolomab to surgery helps people with stage II colon cancer live longer or stay cancer-free longer. About 2,100 participants were randomly assigned to receive either the antibody or no additional treatment…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells join forces with drugs to fight tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tested a combination of three treatments: specially engineered natural killer cells (PD-L1 CAR-NK cells), an immunotherapy drug (pembrolizumab), and an immune booster (N-803) in 18 adults with advanced gastric or head and neck cancer that had not responded to …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Simple arm exercise may boost lung recovery after colon cancer surgery in seniors
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a 20-minute arm cycling exercise, done twice daily for five days, could improve lung function and recovery in 60 elderly patients after colon cancer surgery. Participants also received standard physical therapy. The goal was to see if the arm exercise co…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise against tough esophageal cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding an experimental drug called LBL-007 to standard immunotherapy and chemotherapy helps shrink tumors better in people with advanced esophageal cancer that cannot be surgically removed. About 118 participants received either the three-drug combo or t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: BeiGene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Could a common arthritis pill tame Chemo's worst side effect?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding the arthritis drug Celebrex to an experimental chemo drug called EPO906 could reduce severe diarrhea in people with advanced colorectal cancer. The trial enrolled 75 patients who had already tried other treatments. The first phase found the safest…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New drug XTX202 tested in patients with advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called XTX202 in 95 people with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to standard treatments. The goal was to check safety, find the right dose, and see if the drug could shrink tumors. The trial is now complete.
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Xilio Development, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise against tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis completed phase 1/2 trial tested an experimental drug called Y101D combined with standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel) as a first treatment for 71 people with advanced pancreatic cancer. The goal was to find a safe dose and see if the combo helps shrink tumo…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Wuhan YZY Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Herbal hope: new combo therapy targets advanced pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding a Chinese herbal formula (QingyiHuaji) to standard chemotherapy helps people with stage IV pancreatic cancer live longer. About 305 adults with advanced pancreatic cancer were randomly assigned to receive either the herbal formula plus chemo or a …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New targeted combo shows promise for tough stomach cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether adding a targeted drug called bemarituzumab to standard chemotherapy helps people with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that has a specific protein (FGFR2b). The study enrolled 547 adults whose cancer could not be removed by s…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to tackle childhood cancers that Won't quit
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a combination of two drugs, cabozantinib and 13-cis-retinoic acid, in 15 children whose solid tumors had come back or were not responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to find the safest dose and understand side effects. The study did not…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Peter Zage • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New drug combo tested for tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a new drug called AZD6244 combined with standard chemotherapies in 140 people with advanced solid tumors (breast, colon, lung, melanoma, kidney). The main goal was to see if the combination is safe and tolerable, and to find the best dose. Researcher…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to outperform standard care in tough colorectal cancer
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 3 trial tested a new drug combination called MK-4280A (favezelimab plus pembrolizumab) against standard treatments (regorafenib or TAS-102) in 441 people with advanced colorectal cancer that had stopped responding to prior therapy. The goal was to see if the new combin…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New drug cocktail may make inoperable liver cancer removable
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of chemotherapy infused into the liver artery plus two drugs (camrelizumab and apatinib) in 21 people with liver cancer that could not be surgically removed. The goal was to shrink the tumors enough to allow surgery. The study is complete, and resu…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Pancreatic cancer showdown: surgery first or chemo first?
Disease control CompletedThis completed study looked at whether giving chemotherapy before surgery (neoadjuvant chemo) helps people with resectable pancreatic cancer live longer compared to having surgery right away. Thirty patients took part. The main goal was to see which approach leads to better overa…
Sponsor: Minia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can less radiation beat throat cancer without chemo?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a lower dose of radiation therapy, with or without the chemotherapy drug cisplatin, can effectively treat advanced oropharyngeal (throat) cancer in patients who are non-smokers. The trial enrolled 316 people with p16-positive cancer, a type linked to HPV…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: NRG Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for tough stomach cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called gentuximab combined with the chemotherapy drug paclitaxel in 76 people with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that had worsened after initial treatment. The goal was to find a safe and effective dose and see if the combinatio…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Changchun GeneScience Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Experimental combo targets Hard-to-Treat GI cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested two drugs together—pembrolizumab (Keytruda) and XL888—in 47 people with advanced gastrointestinal cancers like colorectal and pancreatic cancer that had spread or could not be removed. The main goal was to find the safest dose and check for side effe…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New antibody combo takes on advanced cancers in first human trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested an experimental drug called LVGN6051, which activates immune cells by targeting CD137, both alone and combined with the approved immunotherapy Keytruda. The study involved 105 adults with advanced or metastatic cancers that had spread. The main goal …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Lyvgen Biopharma Holdings Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New hope for tough pancreatic cancer? drug combo trial shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called NIS793 added to standard chemotherapy for people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that has spread. The goal was to see if the combination could help patients live longer by reducing scar tissue in the tumor. About 511 adults with this advanced…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Could a PARP inhibitor boost chemo for pancreatic cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested whether adding the drug veliparib to standard chemotherapy (FOLFIRI) helps people with metastatic pancreatic cancer live longer. 123 patients whose cancer had returned after initial treatment were randomly assigned to get FOLFIRI alone or FOLFIRI plus ve…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Can an arthritis drug boost chemo for colon cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding the anti-inflammatory drug celecoxib to standard FOLFOX chemotherapy helps prevent cancer from returning in people with stage III colon cancer after surgery. Over 2,500 participants were randomly assigned to receive either celecoxib or a placebo a…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Immunotherapy cocktail before surgery shows promise against tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding an experimental drug (CCR2/5-inhibitor or anti-IL-8) to the immunotherapy nivolumab before and after surgery could help shrink tumors and improve long-term survival in people with non-small cell lung cancer or liver cancer. 48 participants receive…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New antibody combo tackles Hard-to-Treat cancers in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage study tested a new drug called LVGN7409, which boosts the immune system to fight cancer. It was given alone or with other immune-boosting drugs to 66 adults with advanced cancers that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to find the sa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Lyvgen Biopharma Holdings Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New device could spare colon cancer patients from temporary stoma
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a temporary device called Colovac 2 in 24 people undergoing colon cancer surgery. The device is placed inside the bowel to protect the surgical connection while it heals, potentially avoiding the need for a temporary stoma. Researchers checked if the device stay…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: SafeHeal Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in early pancreatic cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested whether adding a new drug called NP137 to standard chemotherapy (mFOLFIRINOX) is safe and could help shrink tumors in people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. 43 participants received the combination. The main…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Virus injection targets liver tumors in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new treatment called JX-594, a modified virus injected directly into liver tumors. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if it could shrink tumors in 14 patients with advanced liver cancer that had not responded to standard treatments. The s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jennerex Biotherapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for Tough-to-Treat stomach cancer
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested a combination of chemotherapy drugs (FOLFIRINOX plus paclitaxel and carboplatin) along with proton beam radiation before surgery in 25 people with gastroesophageal cancer. The goal was to see if this intense pre-surgery treatment could shrink tumors and be…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New combo therapy targets Hard-to-Treat esophageal cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a two-step treatment for advanced esophageal cancer that has a specific genetic marker (MGMT deficiency) and has stopped responding to standard chemotherapy. First, patients took a daily oral chemotherapy drug (temozolomide) for three months. Then, they …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Southampton • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New cocktail of four chemo drugs shows promise for tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a combination of four chemotherapy drugs—irinotecan liposome, oxaliplatin, 5-fluorouracil, and levoleucovorin—in 41 Japanese adults with metastatic pancreatic cancer who had not received prior treatment. The goal was to see how well the drugs shrank tumo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Institut de Recherches Internationales Servier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Promising combo therapy for incurable liver cancer shows potential in phase 3 trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding two drugs (lenvatinib and pembrolizumab) to a standard liver cancer treatment called TACE helps people with liver cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. About 479 participants received either the drug combo plus TACE or TACE alone. The goal was…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New registry maps how targeted liver treatment is used in colorectal cancer
Disease control CompletedThis registry followed 152 patients with colorectal cancer that had spread mainly to the liver. Doctors used tiny beads called LifePearl Microspheres loaded with the chemotherapy drug irinotecan, delivered directly to the liver's blood supply. The goal was to see how and when thi…
Sponsor: Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Drain or no drain? landmark trial settles debate after rectal cancer surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether placing a temporary drain in the pelvis after rectal cancer surgery reduces the risk of serious infections like leaks or abscesses. About 500 patients were randomly assigned to receive a drain or not. The main goal was to see if drainage lowered pelvic s…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Experimental cancer drug NEV801 enters first human tests
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called NEV801 in 78 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug was given by IV in increasing doses to find the safest dose and to see if it had any anti-cancer effects. The stud…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Neovia Oncology Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise in controlling advanced liver cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of Y90 radioembolization (a targeted radiation treatment for the liver) and nivolumab (an immunotherapy drug) in 40 Asian patients with advanced liver cancer that could not be surgically removed. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New drug duo aims to tackle Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called TJ004309, either alone or combined with another drug called Toripalimab, in 225 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find the safest dose and see early signs of effectiveness. The…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: TJ Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New hope for pancreatic cancer? drug combo trial shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding two experimental drugs (TTX-030 and budigalimab) to standard chemotherapy could help people with metastatic pancreatic cancer live longer without their disease getting worse. 194 adults who had not yet received treatment for their advanced cancer …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Trishula Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New cancer drug LBL-033 tested in 26 patients – safety first
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called LBL-033 in 26 adults with advanced malignant tumors that had not responded to other treatments. The main goals were to find a safe dose and check for serious side effects. Researchers also looked at how the drug moves through the body and wheth…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Nanjing Leads Biolabs Co.,Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to fight advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a daily combination of two oral drugs, axitinib and everolimus, in 19 people with advanced solid tumors, particularly kidney cancer. The main goal was to find the safest dose by monitoring side effects in the first month. Researchers also tracked how…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New hope for rectal cancer: extra chemo may save the rectum
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether adding two months of Folfirinox chemotherapy before standard radiation and chemo could help more patients with early-stage rectal cancer avoid major surgery. 218 adults with small, low-lying tumors were enrolled. The goal was to see if more patie…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new oral drug called HMPL-453 tartrate, either alone or combined with chemotherapy or an immunotherapy (toripalimab), in 190 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety and see if th…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hutchison Medipharma Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage study tested two drugs, cabozantinib and pamiparib, together in 44 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find the safest dose and understand side effects. The drugs work by blocking certain enzymes t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Targeted drug shows promise for hard-to-treat stomach cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called savolitinib in 110 people with advanced stomach or esophagus-stomach junction cancer whose tumors have a specific genetic change (MET gene amplification). The goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors and how safe it was. Participants receive…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hutchison Medipharma Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New drug shows promise in early trial for advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new drug called CCT3833 in 31 adults with advanced solid tumours, including melanoma. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers measured how the drug moves through the body and looked for the best dose to use in …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New cancer drug PM14 enters human testing for advanced tumors
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called PM14 in 126 people with advanced solid tumors that had no standard cure. The main goals were to find a safe dose and check for early signs of tumor shrinkage. The drug was given by IV infusion on different schedules. This is a first…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: PharmaMar • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New keyhole surgery for esophageal cancer shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new surgical technique for esophageal cancer that avoids a large chest incision. 35 patients with early-stage cancer received this less invasive procedure. The goal was to see if it could lower complication rates while still effectively removing the cancer. Re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise in Hard-to-Treat pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of three drugs (nivolumab, BMS-813160, and GVAX) in 22 people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer who had already received chemotherapy and radiation. The goal was to see if the treatment was safe and could help the immune system better attack …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Experimental COM902 drug shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested an experimental drug called COM902, alone or with other drugs, in 94 people with advanced cancers like ovarian, lung, and colon cancer. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers also looked for early signs that the drug m…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Compugen Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Could a triple therapy beat back tough liver cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis completed study tested whether adding a liver-directed chemotherapy infusion (HAIC) to standard immunotherapy and anti-angiogenesis drugs improves outcomes for people with advanced liver cancer that has spread into the portal vein. Over 1,600 participants were included. The …
Sponsor: Zhongda Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for tough liver cancer cases
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at adding a procedure called TACE (which blocks blood flow to tumors) to a mix of immunotherapy and anti-angiogenesis drugs for people with advanced liver cancer that has invaded major blood vessels. Over 2,600 participants were included to see if the triple com…
Sponsor: Zhongda Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New cocktail of chemo drugs shows promise for tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of three chemotherapy drugs (paclitaxel protein bound, gemcitabine, and cisplatin) in 34 people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that had not been treated before. If the cancer got worse, a fourth drug (paricalcitol) was added. The goal was to see…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: HonorHealth Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New drug combo shows early promise against Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage study tested a new drug called BI 765049, alone or combined with another drug (ezabenlimab), in 21 Asian adults with advanced solid tumors (stomach, colorectal, pancreatic, liver, head and neck, or lung cancer) that have a specific marker called B7-H6. The main g…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for High-Risk throat cancer patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding an extra chemotherapy drug (capecitabine) after standard treatment helps people with advanced nasopharyngeal cancer that is likely to spread. 294 patients received either standard chemoradiotherapy alone or standard treatment plus capecitabine. Th…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Experimental cancer drug injected directly into tumors shows early promise
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called KL340399, which is injected directly into tumors to activate the immune system. It involved 6 adults with advanced solid tumors who had no other treatment options. The main goals were to check safety, find the right dose, and see if…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sichuan Kelun-Biotech Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New combo shows promise in shrinking stomach tumors before surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug spartalizumab to standard chemotherapy (FLOT) helps shrink stomach cancer before surgery and prevent it from coming back. 67 adults with resectable stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer received the combination before …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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DNA vaccine shows promise against anal precancer in HIV patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a DNA-based vaccine called VGX-3100 in 44 HIV-positive adults with high-grade anal precancer caused by HPV types 16 or 18. The vaccine was given with a mild electric pulse (electroporation) to help cells absorb it and boost the immune system's attack on the abno…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AIDS Malignancy Consortium • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Experimental cancer drug KL340399 tested in 21 patients
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called KL340399 in 21 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug works by activating the STING pathway to help the immune system fight cancer. The main goals were to check safety, find th…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sichuan Kelun-Biotech Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New drug shows promise in early liver cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a drug called itacitinib in 19 adults with advanced liver cancer that had not responded to first-line treatment. The goal was to check the drug's safety and see if it could shrink tumors or slow cancer growth. Itacitinib works by blocking a protein t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Custom-Made vaccine targets pancreatic cancer in early human test
Disease control CompletedThis phase 1 trial tested a personalized vaccine made from each patient's unique cancer mutations (neoantigens) combined with an immune booster (poly-ICLC) in 33 people with pancreatic cancer. The vaccine was given after standard chemotherapy, either before or after surgery. The …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise against tough rectal cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding an immunotherapy drug called APX005M to standard treatment helps people with advanced rectal cancer achieve a complete response (no cancer left after treatment). 58 adults with stage II or III rectal cancer at high risk took part. The goal was to …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can a gout drug protect kidneys in cancer patients?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested pegloticase, a drug used for gout, in 10 cancer patients with high uric acid from tumor lysis syndrome. The goal was to see if it could quickly lower uric acid levels and protect kidney function. It was a small pilot trial to gather early data.
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New drug shows promise for Tough-to-Treat throat cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a drug called KL-A167 in 153 adults with recurrent or metastatic nasopharyngeal carcinoma (a type of throat cancer). Participants received the drug by IV every two weeks. The main goal was to see how many patients' tumors shrank or disappeared. The study…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sichuan Kelun-Biotech Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Targeted pill shows promise for rare genetic tumor types
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 study tested the drug erdafitinib in 316 adults and children with advanced solid tumors that have specific FGFR gene mutations or fusions. The main goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors. Participants took erdafitinib tablets daily. The study is now complete…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New hope for Tough-to-Treat colon cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug called CTX-009 in 49 adults with metastatic colorectal cancer that had worsened after two or three prior treatments. The goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors or stop them from growing. Results will help determine if further testin…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Compass Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New cancer drug HBM1020 tested in tiny early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new drug, HBM1020, in 17 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose. The drug was given by IV every three weeks. Because this is a Phase 1 trial, i…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Harbour BioMed US, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Radiation-Chemo combo may let rectal cancer patients skip surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a short course of radiation followed by chemotherapy could eliminate the need for surgery in people with early-stage rectal cancer. 63 patients were enrolled, and the treatment aimed for a complete clinical response, meaning no tumor could be found on ex…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise in early trial for liver-metastatic colorectal cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested the safety of combining the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab with precise, high-dose radiation (SBRT) to the liver in 15 adults with colorectal cancer that had spread only to the liver. The goal was to see if this combination could prevent the cancer…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Radiation may buy time for liver cancer patients before stronger meds needed
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether giving radiotherapy to liver cancer patients with limited tumor growth (oligo progression) could delay the need for second-line drug therapy. Thirty-six adults with advanced hepatocellular carcinoma received targeted radiation. The goal was to see if thi…
Sponsor: Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Experimental drug PRL3-ZUMAB shows promise in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called PRL3-ZUMAB in 14 people with advanced solid tumors (like stomach or liver cancer) that stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug was given every two weeks to see if it could shrink tumors or stop them from growing. Researchers also lo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Electric field therapy combined with chemo shows promise for tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested a wearable device that delivers low-intensity electric fields (TTFields) together with immunotherapy (atezolizumab) and two chemotherapy drugs (gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel) in 84 people with metastatic pancreatic cancer who had not received prior treatm…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: NovoCure Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New ALK inhibitor ensartinib tested in first human trial for lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new oral drug called ensartinib (X-396) for the first time in humans. It involved 131 people with advanced solid tumors, including those with ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if the drug could shrink tumors.…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Xcovery Holdings, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Radioactive drug shows promise against advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new radioactive drug, 177Lu-NeoB, in 35 adults with advanced solid tumors that have a specific marker (GRPR). The goal was to check safety, find the best dose, and see if it shrinks tumors. It is an early-stage trial, so it focuses on safety and dosing, not a …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Advanced Accelerator Applications • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a combination of two cancer drugs, bortezomib and clofarabine, in 28 adults with advanced solid tumors, lymphomas, or myelodysplastic syndromes that had stopped responding to standard therapy. The main goal was to find the safest dose and check for s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New drug duo targets Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether combining sotorasib (a pill) and panitumumab (an infusion) can slow tumor growth better than standard chemotherapy in 160 adults with metastatic colorectal cancer that has a specific KRAS G12C mutation. Participants were randomly assigned to rece…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New drug ProAgio tested in patients with advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a new drug, ProAgio, in 46 people with advanced solid tumors, including pancreatic cancer, who had already tried other treatments. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. The study did not aim to cure the disease, but to con…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: ProDa BioTech, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New cocktail of drugs shows promise for tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of four drugs (tadalafil, pembrolizumab, ipilimumab, and CRS-207) in 17 people with advanced pancreatic cancer that had worsened after at least one round of chemotherapy. The goal was to see if the combination was safe and could shrink tumors. The …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Experimental drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called AZD8186 combined with the chemotherapy docetaxel in 23 patients with advanced solid tumors that have PTEN or PIK3CB gene mutations. The main goal was to find the safest dose and understand side effects. The study is complete, but re…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Immunotherapy shows promise against Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 study tested the immunotherapy drug prolgolimab in 30 people with a specific type of colorectal cancer (MSI/dMMR) that had not spread. Participants received the drug for 6 months before planned surgery. The main goal was to see if the cancer completely disappeared in…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Blokhin's Russian Cancer Research Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Experimental antibody HH-101 tested in 12 patients with advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested an experimental drug called HH-101 in 12 people with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to standard treatments. The main goal was to check the drug's safety and find the right dose. Participants received HH-101 as an IV infusion every three…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Huahui Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New flavored drink helps cancer patients keep weight on during treatment
Disease control CompletedThis study tested three flavors of Supportan® drink (Tropical Fruits, Cappuccino, and Pineapple-Coconut) in 123 cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, or targeted therapy. Patients drank two bottles daily for four weeks alongside their normal diet. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fresenius Kabi Taiwan Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Keytruda may keep liver cancer at bay after surgery
Disease control CompletedThis large phase 3 trial tested whether the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) can prevent liver cancer from coming back in people who had successful surgery or ablation. 959 participants received either pembrolizumab or a placebo every three weeks. The study measured ho…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could radiation alone be enough for some nasopharyngeal cancers?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether giving only radiation therapy works as well as radiation plus chemotherapy for people with intermediate-risk nasopharyngeal cancer. The study enrolled 338 participants and used modern intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT). The goal was to …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for Tough-to-Treat colon cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a combination of two drugs, cabozantinib and TAS-102, in 15 people with advanced colorectal cancer that had spread and stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to find the safest dose and identify side effects. The study is comple…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of California, Irvine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Exercise program tested to keep colon cancer at bay
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a 3-year physical activity program could help prevent colon cancer from coming back in 889 patients who had surgery and chemotherapy for high-risk stage II or stage III colon cancer. Participants were randomly assigned to either the exercise program plus…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Canadian Cancer Trials Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for tough-to-treat liver cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of proton beam radiotherapy followed by two drugs (Tecentriq and Avastin) in 63 adults with advanced liver cancer that had spread into the portal vein. The goal was to see if this approach could help control the cancer and improve survival. Partici…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New 'Bottom-Up' surgery for rectal cancer could mean faster recovery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a newer, less invasive surgery called ETAP (done through the anus) against standard laparoscopic surgery (done through the belly) for low rectal cancer. 226 adults took part. The goal was to see if ETAP is as good at removing all cancer while possibly leading to…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Institut Paoli-Calmettes • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New drug cocktail tested for tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a combination of three drugs (gemcitabine, capecitabine, and erlotinib) in 30 people with advanced pancreatic cancer that had already been treated. The main goal was to find the safest dose and understand side effects. This is not a cure, but aims to…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise against tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of four drugs (paclitaxel protein bound, gemcitabine, cisplatin, and paricalcitol) given before surgery to people with pancreatic cancer that could or could not be removed. The goal was to see if the treatment could shrink tumors and improve surgic…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: HonorHealth Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Custom-Made cancer vaccine shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis completed phase I/IIb trial tested a personalized vaccine made from each patient's unique tumor mutations. Eight adults with advanced solid tumors or high recurrence risk received the vaccine alongside an immune booster and later checkpoint inhibitors. The goal was to see if…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Seqker Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a combination of three drugs—vemurafenib, cetuximab, and irinotecan—in 47 people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific BRAF V600 mutation and could not be removed by surgery or had spread. The main goal was to find the safest dose and under…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New drug targets tough childhood cancers with genetic flaws
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested the drug samotolisib in 18 children and young adults with advanced solid tumors, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, or histiocytic disorders that had spread, returned, or stopped responding to treatment. Only patients whose tumors had specific mutations in the TSC or…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New cancer drug shows promise in early trial for Tough-to-Treat tumors
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called FF-10502-01 in 106 adults with advanced solid tumors or lymphomas that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if the drug could shrink tumors or slow disease progression. While not a cure, th…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fujifilm Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Triple chemo cocktail shows promise against tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tested a combination of three chemotherapy drugs (nab-paclitaxel, cisplatin, and gemcitabine) in 42 people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that had not been treated before. The main goal was to see how many patients were alive after 12 months. The study also…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: HonorHealth Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New liposomal chemo cocktail takes on pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 3 trial tested a new combination of chemotherapy drugs—irinotecan liposome, oxaliplatin, 5-fluorouracil, and leucovorin—against the standard treatment (nab-paclitaxel plus gemcitabine) in 770 people with metastatic pancreatic cancer who had not received prior chemother…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Less invasive surgery shows promise for anal cancer in HIV patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether removing small, early-stage anal cancers with local surgery alone is safe and effective for people with HIV. The goal was to see if this less invasive approach could avoid the need for stronger treatments like radiation or chemotherapy. Sixteen partic…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AIDS Malignancy Consortium • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Radiation zaps liver tumors in patients too sick for surgery
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested a precise type of radiation called stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) in 20 adults with liver cancer that could not be surgically removed. The goal was to see if the treatment is safe and to measure how long patients survive. The approach aims to d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Triple therapy shows promise for advanced liver cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a triple combination treatment for advanced liver cancer that has spread. It combines a procedure called TACE (which blocks blood flow to the tumor) with immunotherapy drugs (PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors) and targeted therapies (VEGF-TKI or bevacizumab). The goal is to…
Sponsor: Zhongda Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Triple therapy shows promise for intermediate liver cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a three-pronged approach for intermediate-stage liver cancer: a procedure that blocks blood flow to the tumor (TACE), immunotherapy drugs that help the immune system fight cancer, and targeted drugs that stop blood vessel growth. Over 900 patients participated. …
Sponsor: Zhongda Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Liver cancer patients get new hope: study tests two drug cocktails after first treatment fails
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at 200 people with advanced liver cancer whose first treatment (bevacizumab plus sintilimab) stopped working. Researchers compared two second-line options: a PD-1 inhibitor combined with either lenvatinib or regorafenib. The goal was to see which combo works bet…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New drug tested for advanced cancers: early results
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called NOV140101 in 32 adults with advanced solid tumors that had spread or could not be removed by surgery. The main goals were to find the safest dose and check for side effects. The study is complete, but it was too small to determine i…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Idience Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for tough liver cancer cases
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new treatment for advanced liver cancer that has spread into the major blood vessels of the liver. Thirty patients received a special type of radiation along with an immunotherapy drug called tislelizumab. The goal was to see if this combination could help pat…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New hope for stomach cancer: drug cocktail shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a mix of three drugs—trastuzumab deruxtecan (a targeted therapy), nivolumab (an immunotherapy), and chemotherapy—in 30 people with untreated HER2-low stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. The goal was to first find a safe dose and then see how well it shr…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Center Hospital East • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Tailored chemo doses may help seniors fight pancreatic cancer while staying independent
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a chemotherapy cocktail called FOLFIRINOX in 72 patients aged 70 or older with metastatic pancreatic cancer. The doses were adjusted based on each person's genetics to reduce side effects while still fighting the tumor. The goal was to see if this approach could…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New antibody drug shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new drug called TQB2210 in 16 people with advanced cancers that had not responded to other treatments. The drug is a lab-made antibody that targets a specific protein (FGFR2b) on cancer cells to block their growth. The main goals were to find a saf…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group Nanjing Shunxin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on HPV cancers in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new experimental treatment called HPVST cells in 32 people with HPV-related cancers that had returned or not responded to standard care. The cells are grown from the patient's own blood and trained to attack HPV-infected cancer cells. The goal was to find a sa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Immunotherapy drug shows promise in bile duct cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 3 trial tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and cisplatin) helps people with advanced bile duct cancer live longer. The study enrolled 158 Chinese adults with cancer that had spread or could not be removed by…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Cord blood cells engineered to fight stomach and pancreatic cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new treatment using immune cells from cord blood, modified to target a protein called Claudin18.2 found on some cancer cells. Ten adults with advanced stomach or pancreatic cancer who had no other options received these cells to find the safest dos…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Zhejiang Provincial People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New Double-Action antibody shows promise against Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested an experimental drug called HX009 in 20 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. HX009 is a bifunctional antibody designed to block two proteins (CD47 and PD-1) that help tumors hide from the immune system. Th…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hangzhou Hanx Biopharmaceuticals, Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New drug takes on tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called HCW9218 in 21 people with advanced pancreatic cancer that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug is designed to boost the immune system and block a protein that helps tumors grow. The main goals were to check safety and find th…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: ImmunityBio, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise in esophageal cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug tislelizumab to standard chemoradiotherapy helps people with localized esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. 370 participants received either tislelizumab or a placebo alongside chemotherapy and radiation. The study me…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: BeiGene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New hope for kids with Hard-to-Treat cancers: targeted drug shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called tazemetostat in 20 children whose cancers had come back or weren't responding to treatment. The children had specific gene changes (EZH2, SMARCB1, or SMARCA4) in their tumors. The goal was to see if the drug could shrink or slow the growth of these…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New radiation approach targets inoperable pancreatic tumors
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new type of radiation called carbon ion therapy for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. Fourteen participants received increasing doses of carbon ion radiation along with chemotherapy. The main goal was…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Double antenna ablation shows promise for small liver tumors
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new way to destroy small liver tumors using two microwave antennas at once, compared to the standard single antenna method. Twenty patients with small hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer) were treated. The goal was to see if the two-antenna approach could m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New hope: hepatitis c drugs after liver cancer treatment
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether interferon-free drug combinations can cure hepatitis C in 150 people who had been successfully treated for liver cancer. Participants took pills like sofosbuvir and ribavirin for 12 weeks. The main goal was to see if the virus stayed undetectable 12 week…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Hepatology & Tropical Medicine Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New needle combo zaps returning liver tumors after failed chemo
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a special type of radiofrequency ablation using two cooled needles that also release saline to treat liver cancer that came back after chemoembolization. The goal was to see if this technique could better destroy the tumor and prevent it from growing back. One h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Promising drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat salivary cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested darolutamide, a drug that blocks male hormones, in 57 people with a rare type of salivary gland cancer that has male hormone receptors. Some patients received darolutamide alone, while others also got goserelin to lower hormone levels. The goal was to se…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Center Hospital East • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Immunotherapy duo shows promise in Tough-to-Treat esophageal cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether adding two immunotherapy drugs, atezolizumab and tiragolumab, to standard chemotherapy could help people with advanced esophageal cancer live longer. About 461 participants received either the immunotherapy combo plus chemo or a placebo plus chem…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Chemo-First approach aims to save rectums in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested giving chemotherapy before a less invasive surgery for early rectal cancer. The goal was to see if this approach could allow patients to keep their rectum instead of needing major surgery. 58 people took part, and the treatment was considered successful if at le…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Canadian Cancer Trials Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New cocktail of drugs shows promise for Hard-to-Treat stomach cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a combination of two targeted drugs (regorafenib and nivolumab) plus standard chemotherapy in 30 adults with advanced or recurrent stomach, gastroesophageal junction, or esophageal adenocarcinoma that could not be surgically removed. The goal was to …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Center Hospital East • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New drug cocktail tried against tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of two oral drugs, ribociclib and everolimus, in 12 people with metastatic pancreatic cancer that had stopped responding to standard chemotherapy. The goal was to find the right dose and see if it could slow tumor growth. The trial was small and ea…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for tough-to-treat nose and throat cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug combination (TQB2618 plus penpulimab) in 47 people with advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma that had come back or spread. Some participants had already tried standard treatments, while others were new to therapy. The goal was to see if the combination w…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New drug cocktail plus radiation shows promise against esophageal cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tested a combination of two chemotherapy drugs, cisplatin and irinotecan, given weekly along with radiation therapy for patients with locally advanced esophageal cancer. The study enrolled 43 participants and aimed to see how many had no detectable tumor after…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New antibiotic cocktail aims to beat infections in cancer patients
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tested whether a newer antibiotic combination (imipenem-relebactam) works better than standard antibiotics for treating fever caused by low white blood cell counts in cancer patients. About 100 adults with cancer or who had a stem cell transplant took part. Th…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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HIV patients with liver failure get new drug combo tested in transplant study
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at how the HIV drug raltegravir works in people with severe liver disease who need a liver transplant. It included 14 HIV-positive adults with end-stage liver failure. Researchers checked how the drug behaves in the body and how it interacts with anti-rejection …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: ANRS, Emerging Infectious Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Heated chemo wash may stop colorectal cancer spreading in abdomen
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether a surgical procedure called laparotomy plus heated chemotherapy (HIPEC) could improve outcomes for colorectal cancer patients at high risk of cancer spreading in the abdomen. 150 patients who had already undergone surgery and chemotherapy were ra…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New hope for bile duct cancer: triple therapy shows promise after chemo fails
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 2 trial tested a combination of three treatments—local chemotherapy delivered via beads into the liver, a targeted drug called apatinib, and an immunotherapy (PD-1 antibody)—in 20 patients with advanced bile duct cancer that had worsened after standard first-line chemo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sichuan Cancer Hospital and Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Experimental combo targets Hard-to-Treat pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested two drugs—binimetinib and hydroxychloroquine—in 34 people with a specific type of advanced pancreatic cancer (KRAS-mutant) that had spread. The goal was to find the safest dose of hydroxychloroquine when used with binimetinib, and to see if the combi…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Triple-Drug immunotherapy cocktail shows promise in advanced tumors
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested whether combining the experimental drug relatlimab with other immunotherapies (nivolumab plus either BMS-986205 or ipilimumab) is safe and can shrink tumors in people with advanced solid cancers. A total of 229 participants with various incurable, ad…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug called BMS-986016 (anti-LAG-3) alone or combined with nivolumab in people with advanced solid tumors that had spread or couldn't be removed by surgery. It included several cancer types like lung, stomach, liver, kidney, bladder, head and nec…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise against stomach cancer in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested adding the immunotherapy drug durvalumab to a standard chemotherapy regimen (docetaxel, oxaliplatin, S-1) before and after surgery in 68 patients with resectable stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. The main goal was to see how many patients had …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Asan Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Targeted drug shows promise for kids with tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called palbociclib in 23 children and young adults (ages 1–21) whose cancers had come back or didn't respond to treatment. The drug works by blocking proteins that help cancer cells grow. The goal was to see if it could shrink tumors or slow the disease i…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat cancers? utidelone trial underway
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tests the drug utidelone in 126 people with advanced solid tumors (excluding breast, lung, and colorectal cancers) that have not responded to standard treatments. The study aims to see if the drug can shrink tumors and how safe it is. Participants receive utide…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Beijing Biostar Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Radioactive oil injection may keep liver cancer at bay
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether a single injection of radioactive lipiodol (Lipiocis) into the liver artery could prevent hepatocellular carcinoma from coming back after surgery or ablation. The study enrolled 73 adults with cirrhosis and one or two liver tumors that had been s…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: ANRS, Emerging Infectious Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Triple immunotherapy cocktail shows promise against tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested combinations of three immunotherapy drugs—tislelizumab, surzebiclimab, and alcestobart—in 147 adults with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to prior treatments. The goal was to find safe doses and see if the drugs could shrink tumors. The trial is now…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: BeiGene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New combo shows promise for stomach cancer patients with hidden HER2 signal
Disease control CompletedThis phase II study tested whether adding trastuzumab (a targeted therapy) to standard chemotherapy could help people with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. Unlike typical patients, these participants had tumors that tested negative for HER2 in tissue but posi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Asan Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New combo tackles tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental immunotherapy called indoximod added to standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel) in 157 people with metastatic pancreatic cancer. The goal was to find a safe dose and see if the combination helps people live longer. The trial has co…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: NewLink Genetics Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Double-Drug attack shows promise for tough head and neck cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether combining two FDA-approved cancer drugs, cetuximab and nivolumab, could help people with advanced head and neck cancer that has returned or spread. A total of 95 participants received the drug combination to find the best dose and see if it improves surv…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Gentle tai chi may help cancer survivors kick the habit
Disease control CompletedThis completed trial tested an online Tai Chi program to help cancer survivors stop smoking. Sixty-eight participants practiced slow movements and breathing exercises over 8 weeks, with their progress tracked via carbon monoxide tests and surveys. The goal was to see if this gent…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise in advanced cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new drug called gevokizumab alongside standard cancer treatments in 167 adults with advanced colorectal, stomach, or kidney cancer that had spread. The goal was to find a safe and active dose and see if the combination could help control the diseas…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Surgeons test wrapping trick to prevent pancreatic leaks after whipple
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new way to reconnect the pancreas to the intestine during Whipple surgery for certain cancers. The new method uses a stent and wraps the connection with omentum (fatty tissue) to try to prevent leaks. 48 patients were split into two groups to compare the new t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Theodor Bilharz Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Diabetes drug plus chemo shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested the safety of combining pioglitazone (a diabetes drug) with carboplatin (a chemotherapy) in 14 people with advanced solid tumors that could not be cured with standard treatments. The goal was to find the best dose and see if the combination is safe. …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New pill plus chemo shows early promise in tough pancreatic cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental oral drug called IOA-289 combined with standard chemotherapy (gemcitabine and nab-paclitaxel) in 16 people with metastatic pancreatic cancer. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers also looked at how th…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: iOnctura • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Early trial checks safety of experimental cancer drug
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new drug called BAT4706 in 28 adults with advanced solid tumors or melanoma who had no other good treatment options. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. This was not a cure study; it aimed to gather safety information …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Bio-Thera Solutions • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Experimental drug BAT8010 tested in patients with advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called BAT8010 in 23 people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors who had no other standard treatment options. The main goals were to check safety, find the best dose, and see if the drug shows any sign of shrinking tumors. Pa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Bio-Thera Solutions • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Rapid Finger-Prick test could help shield cancer patients from COVID-19
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a quick finger-prick blood test to see if cancer patients had been infected with COVID-19 in the past. Researchers enrolled 214 adults being treated for cancer. The goal was to find out how many had antibodies, including those without symptoms, to help clinics k…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an ultrasound predict who can skip surgery for rectal cancer?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a special ultrasound technique (D-CEUS) can predict how well rectal cancer responds to chemotherapy and radiation. The goal is to identify good responders who might avoid major surgery and instead have a less invasive procedure. Only 2 people took part, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scan could reveal hidden cancer cells
Diagnosis CompletedThis early study tested a radioactive imaging agent called [99mTc]Tc(CO)3-(HE)3-Ec1 in 10 adults with solid tumors. The agent is designed to attach to EpCAM receptors on cancer cells, making them visible on SPECT scans. Researchers aimed to see where the agent goes in the body, m…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Tomsk National Research Medical Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New scan spots hidden oxygen shortage in pancreatic tumors
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a PET scan using a tracer called 18F-FAZA can measure low oxygen levels (hypoxia) in pancreatic cancer. Hypoxia can affect how the cancer grows and responds to treatment. 48 adults with pancreatic cancer received the scan, and researchers also collected …
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New blood test may spot liver cancer sooner in High-Risk patients
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at 639 adults with cirrhosis to see if a blood test called mSEPT9 can detect liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) better than the current standard test (AFP). Participants gave an extra blood sample during routine care, and researchers compared how well each …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New biopsy technique may spot hidden abdominal cancers without major surgery
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at how well a special biopsy method called EUS-FNB can diagnose hard-to-reach tumors in the abdomen, such as those near the bile duct or small intestine. Researchers reviewed data from 131 patients who had this procedure over 10 years. The goal was to see if thi…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New handheld device could spot heart and diabetes problems in cancer patients
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a handheld device that uses a single wave to measure how well the heart pumps blood and how stiff the arteries are. Researchers compared it to standard echocardiography in 159 cancer patients. The goal was to see if the device could also help identify patients a…
Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New imaging agent could sharpen pancreatic cancer detection
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a radioactive tracer called [68Ga]FAPI-46, used with a PET scan, to see if it can better detect pancreatic cancer cells. 63 adults with early-stage pancreatic cancer received the tracer before surgery. The goal was to see how well the scan matches the actual can…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: SOFIE • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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AI and PET scans join forces to grade cancer without a biopsy
Diagnosis CompletedThis completed study tested whether combining PET/MRI scans with machine learning could better assess how aggressive prostate cancer and other solid tumors are. Researchers enrolled 50 adults with prostate cancer, liver cancer, brain tumors, or kidney cancer. The goal was to see …
Sponsor: Ciprian Catana, MD, PhD • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Which biopsy method best spots bile duct cancer?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at different ways to take tissue samples from the bile duct during a procedure called ERCP. The goal was to see which method is most accurate for finding cancer. 327 adults with unclear bile duct narrowing took part. Researchers compared several biopsy technique…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New ultrasound trick spots liver cancer treatment success days earlier
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new ultrasound technique (Side-by-Side Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound) to see if it could accurately check whether microwave ablation fully destroyed liver tumors just 1-3 days after treatment. Researchers compared it to standard contrast-enhanced ultrasound in …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The First Hospital of Jilin University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Glow-in-the-dark mouth exam could catch cancer earlier
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a special light (autofluorescence) can help doctors spot early signs of mouth cancer in people who smoke and drink heavily. 180 adults hospitalized for alcohol withdrawal took part. The goal was to see if the light technique is more reliable than a stand…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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AI takes on radiologists: can a computer beat the standard for liver cancer diagnosis?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm against the standard LI-RADS criteria for diagnosing liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) on CT scans. Researchers enrolled 300 people at risk for liver cancer who had a new liver nodule found on ultrasound. The go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New digital scope could help rectal cancer patients avoid surgery
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new digital scope called LUMENEYE to see if it can better measure how much a rectal tumor has shrunk after chemotherapy and radiation. 82 patients who were good candidates for organ preservation were included. The goal was to see if the scope could help doctor…
Sponsor: Bordeaux Colorectal Institute Academy • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Could a new PET scan help match pancreatic cancer patients to the right therapy?
Diagnosis CompletedThis phase 1 trial tested a new radioactive imaging agent called 64Cu-DOTA-ECL1i to see if it can detect a protein called CCR2 in pancreatic tumors using PET scans. The study involved 69 adults with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma at various stages. The goal was to see if the sc…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New blood markers could revolutionize liver cancer diagnosis
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at blood samples from 573 people to find new markers that could diagnose liver cancer more accurately. Researchers compared samples from patients with liver cancer, those with other liver conditions, and people with hepatitis infections. The goal is to improve u…
Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New scanner could help surgeons spot Left-Behind cancer Mid-Operation
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new type of PET-CT scanner that can scan a tumor right after it is removed from the body. Patients with prostate or head and neck cancer received a small amount of radioactive tracer before surgery, which sticks to cancer cells. After removal, the specimen was…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Blow into this tube: a simple breath test might spot liver disease early
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether a breath test could help detect liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, or liver cancer. Researchers collected breath samples from 56 patients with known or suspected liver disease and analyzed them for specific chemical markers. The goal was to see if the test co…
Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Can a pill shield ears from chemo damage?
Prevention CompletedThis study tests whether the drug SENS-401 can prevent hearing loss caused by cisplatin, a common chemotherapy. Adults with cancer who are scheduled to receive cisplatin take SENS-401 before, during, and after treatment. Hearing is measured with a standard test to see if the drug…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sensorion • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a laser beam stop chemo mouth sores?
Prevention CompletedThis trial investigates whether a low-level diode laser can prevent or reduce severe mouth sores (mucositis) caused by radiation and chemotherapy in people with advanced head and neck cancer. Participants receive either real laser therapy or a non-functional placebo laser during …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New catheter lock could slash infection risk for cancer patients
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether a taurolidine-citrate solution (TauroLock) placed in the catheter between treatments can prevent bloodstream infections in adults with solid tumors receiving IV anti-cancer therapy. 162 patients were randomly assigned to get either the TauroLock solution…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional Metz-Thionville • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Laparoscopic showdown: which surgical technique helps gastric cancer patients recover better?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial compares two minimally invasive surgical techniques for removing the lower part of the stomach in people with gastric cancer: laparoscopy-assisted distal gastrectomy (LADG) and totally laparoscopic distal gastrectomy (TLDG). The goal is to see which approach leads to b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could tiny needles tame Chemo's Gut-Wrenching side effect in kids?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether acupuncture using tiny, semi-permanent needles can prevent diarrhea caused by the chemotherapy drug irinotecan in children with solid tumors. About 22 children will receive the acupuncture during their second round of chemo, and researchers will measure p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fundació Sant Joan de Déu • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Remote diet coaching tested for pancreatic cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a remote nutrition coaching program is practical and well-liked by people with pancreatic cancer who are undergoing chemotherapy. Forty participants were asked to complete online food questionnaires and attend coaching sessions over 12 weeks. The goal wa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple relaxation technique may improve sleep in cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether Benson relaxation exercises can improve sleep quality in cancer patients. 72 adults with cancer were randomly assigned to do relaxation exercises or receive a sleep hygiene booklet. The goal was to see if this simple, non-drug method could help with slee…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Atlas University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Acupressure may ease fatigue in young cancer survivors
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether young cancer survivors (ages 15-39) could learn to do acupressure on themselves to reduce fatigue. 42 people who had finished cancer treatment at least three months ago and still felt tired took part. They used a special tool and a phone app to apply pre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New radiation approach aims to reduce dry mouth in throat cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two types of radiation therapy for nasopharyngeal cancer (a cancer in the upper throat). One group received standard photon radiation plus carbon ion therapy, and the other received proton radiation plus carbon ion therapy. The main goal was to see which approac…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Proton and Heavy Ion Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Buzzy, coaching, or kaleidoscope: which best calms kids during cancer shots?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested three non-drug methods to reduce pain, fear, and anxiety during subcutaneous injections in 45 children aged 6–12 with cancer. The approaches were Buzzy® (a device that vibrates and cools the skin), a cognitive-behavioral coaching package, and a kaleidoscope for …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kocaeli University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Short physiotherapy program shows promise for palliative cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a one-week physiotherapy program could improve movement, walking, and daily independence in 32 advanced cancer patients receiving palliative care. The program included exercises, mobility training, and breathing therapy tailored to each patient. Research…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Jazan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Spirulina supplement tested to stop chemo nerve pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether Phycocare, a supplement made from spirulina, can reduce nerve damage caused by the chemotherapy drug oxaliplatin in people with metastatic gastrointestinal cancers. 73 participants took either Phycocare or a placebo daily for 9 months. The goal was to se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Pump education eases chemo anxiety, study finds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether teaching cancer patients about their portable chemotherapy pump (elastomeric pump) can make them feel more comfortable and less anxious. 70 adults receiving 5-FU treatment were split into two groups: one got extra education and a booklet, the other go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Biruni University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Punjabi cancer patients get a custom exercise boost
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested whether a 12-week exercise program designed for Punjabi-speaking South Asian cancer patients and their support persons is practical and well-liked. Twelve participants did twice-weekly exercise sessions and filled out questionnaires. The goal was to see if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Beauty treatments ease cancer pain and anxiety, study finds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether professional socio-aesthetics (specialized beauty and well-being care) can improve quality of life, reduce pain, and ease anxiety in adults undergoing chemotherapy for lung, breast, colon, or prostate cancer. 400 participants were randomly assigned to re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier de Valence • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New drip combo aims to stop chemo nausea in kids
Symptom relief CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether giving a continuous, slow infusion of ondansetron (a common anti-nausea drug) plus dexamethasone (a steroid) could better control nausea and vomiting in children undergoing chemotherapy. The study enrolled 28 children aged 1 day to 18 years with …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Immune Oncology Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Inner strength boosts morale in elderly cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a one-month program designed to build inner strength in elderly cancer patients who were feeling demoralized. 66 patients took part, with half receiving the program plus standard care and the other half receiving standard care alone. The goal was to see if the p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peking Union Medical College Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Virtual reality goggles could take the sting out of cancer port needles
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether using virtual reality goggles during the insertion of a port needle (a common procedure for chemotherapy) can improve comfort and satisfaction in cancer patients. 92 adults with stage I-III cancer were randomly assigned to either standard care or standar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Uludag University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Yoga with a shared background may ease Cancer's toll for black survivors
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a yoga program taught by a Black instructor could help Black cancer survivors feel better and improve their quality of life. 13 adults who had cancer in the last 5 years took part. The goal was to see if this approach was acceptable and helpful for manag…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New Low-Dose pain patch aims to ease cancer suffering
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a low-dose fentanyl patch in 14 cancer patients in Taiwan to see if it is safe and tolerable for managing pain. The patch delivers pain medicine through the skin over 28 days. The main goal was to see how many patients dropped out due to side effects, with the h…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Janssen-Cilag Ltd. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New digital tool aims to boost Pre-Surgery fitness in seniors with colon cancer
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a web app called PrehabPal designed to help frail adults aged 65 and older prepare for colon cancer surgery. The app creates a personalized prehabilitation program and offers coaching. Researchers compared it to standard written instructions in 132 participants …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Cancer pain relief without the sickness: new hope from an old drug
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether naldemedine, a drug already used for opioid-induced constipation, can also prevent nausea and vomiting when cancer patients start strong painkillers. 120 adults with cancer who were beginning opioid therapy took either naldemedine or a placebo for up to …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: International University of Health and Welfare • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New drug may ease severe skin rashes in cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether the drug benralizumab can safely reduce skin rashes caused by cancer treatments like checkpoint inhibitors. The goal was to lower the number of high-grade rashes to milder ones, which could improve quality of life and help patients stay on their cancer t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Zapping away stress and cigarettes: new hope for cancer survivors
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS could help cancer survivors who smoke feel less distressed and smoke fewer cigarettes. 43 participants used the device at home via telehealth. The main goal was to see if people found the dev…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Cooling caps may keep hair on during pancreatic cancer chemo
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested a scalp cooling device (Paxman) to prevent hair loss in 9 people with advanced pancreatic cancer receiving chemotherapy. The goal was to see if the cap could keep hair loss mild (less than 50% hair loss) and improve comfort. Results focused on hair preserv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: HonorHealth Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New spanish therapy helps cancer survivors find purpose after treatment
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a Spanish adaptation of Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy for 92 adults who completed cancer treatment. The therapy aims to help patients find meaning in life and reduce anxiety. Participants attended eight group sessions focused on sources of meaning, facing the f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Valencia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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String-Attached stent may ease bile duct cancer surgery prep
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested a plastic stent with a retrieval string to drain bile in 40 people with resectable bile duct cancer. The goal was to see if the stent could safely reduce bile buildup before surgery. Researchers measured serious complications and how well the stent worked.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Lower dose of olanzapine may ease chemo nausea with less drowsiness
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at 2,000 adults with solid tumors to find the best dose of olanzapine for preventing nausea and vomiting caused by strong chemotherapy. Researchers compared 2.5 mg, 5 mg, and 10 mg doses to see which works best with the fewest side effects like daytime sleepines…
Sponsor: Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Can learning to solve problems ease cancer distress in young adults?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a program called Bright IDEAS-YA that teaches young adults with cancer a step-by-step approach to solving problems. The goal was to see if it could reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety and improve quality of life. 344 young adults (ages 18-39) newly diagnos…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Can music ease anxiety for End-of-Life cancer patients?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a music therapy program called Meraki for cancer patients receiving palliative care. The goal was to see if three music sessions could improve emotional well-being, reduce anxiety and depression, and boost quality of life. Researchers enrolled 80 patients and me…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Valencia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Laughter yoga: a surprising way to help cancer patients feel better?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether laughter yoga could help cancer patients going through chemotherapy. 55 patients were split into two groups: one did weekly 40-minute laughter yoga sessions for four weeks, while the other received standard care. After four weeks, the laughter yoga gr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ataturk University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New therapy aims to curb opioid misuse in cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 6-session therapy called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for cancer patients at risk of opioid misuse. 40 adults with cancer and a high score on an opioid risk tool participated. The goal was to see if the therapy was feasible and acceptable, not yet t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Cancer patients boost Well-Being by tapping into personal strengths
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 3-week program that helps cancer patients identify their personal strengths (like hobbies, social support, or personal qualities) and use them to cope better. 32 adults with different cancers took part in card-sorting sessions, phone calls, and home exercises.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: UniDistance Suisse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Simple breathing trick may help cancer survivors swallow safely
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new swallowing exercise for people who have trouble swallowing after treatment for head and neck cancer. The exercise trains patients to start swallowing while breathing out, which may help prevent food or liquid from entering the airway. 88 survivors particip…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Writing away worries: new study helps young cancer survivors cope with body image
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a simple at-home writing program could help teens and young adults (ages 15-39) who finished cancer treatment feel less distressed about their body image and reduce anxiety. Thirty survivors participated in a four-week expressive writing program. The goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Coloring away chemo sickness: mandala therapy shows promise
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether coloring mandala patterns can reduce nausea, vomiting, and fatigue, and improve psychological well-being in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. 85 patients were split into a coloring group and a control group. The coloring session lasted 20-30 minute…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Gaziantep • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New pain coping program helps advanced cancer patients regain daily life
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a special pain coping skills program for people with advanced solid tumor cancer who have pain that interferes with daily activities. 211 patients were randomly assigned to either the program or standard care. The program taught ways to manage pain and find mean…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Can an online wellness program ease anxiety in chronic disease?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 12-week online mind-body program for adults with chronic conditions like heart failure, cancer, and liver disease. The program included mindful movement, meditation, breathwork, and coping skills. Researchers measured changes in anxiety, depression, fatigue, a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Green tea extract tested as a frailty fighter for older cancer survivors
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested whether taking a green tea extract (EGCG) plus vitamin C daily for 12 weeks is safe and feasible for older cancer survivors who are frail or pre-frail. The study enrolled 24 people aged 65 and older who had completed cancer treatment. The main goal was to …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Study tests drug to shield lungs during cancer surgery in seniors
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether giving glycopyrrolate before and during laparoscopic surgery for gastrointestinal cancer could help maintain lung function in patients aged 65 and older. The drug was tested to see if it could improve oxygen levels and reduce lung injury from mechanic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zhuan Zhang • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Can a drug stop the agony of mouth sores during cancer therapy?
Symptom relief CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether ulinastatin, a drug that blocks certain enzymes, can reduce severe mouth sores caused by chemoradiotherapy in 179 patients with advanced nasopharyngeal cancer. Patients received either standard care or ulinastatin alongside their cancer treatment…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New stent technique may replace ileostomy for rectal cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a temporary stent placed inside the bowel could replace a traditional ileostomy (a bag outside the body) after rectal cancer surgery. 570 patients at high risk for leaks were randomly assigned to either the stent or ileostomy. The goal was to see if the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Eating smart during cancer: study tests nutrition lessons
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a structured nutrition education program can improve how much and how well cancer patients eat. 80 adults on active cancer treatment were split into two groups: one received personalized nutrition advice, the other did not. Researchers measured their …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istanbul Aydın University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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VR headsets may calm chemo patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether using a virtual reality headset during chemotherapy can reduce distress, anxiety, and pain. 68 cancer patients were randomly assigned to either use VR for 15–30 minutes or receive standard care. Researchers measured changes in distress and pain scores be…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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App helps kids with cancer report symptoms to doctors
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a mobile app called SyMon-SAYS that lets children with cancer report their symptoms weekly to their doctors. The goal was to see if using the app helps manage symptoms and improve quality of life. 216 children and their parents took part, with some using the app…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Nurse phone calls may ease chemo side effects and anxiety
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether two nurse phone calls during the first three cycles of chemotherapy could improve the emotional state and quality of life of patients with breast, colon, or rectal cancer. 274 patients were randomly assigned to receive either standard care or standard ca…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can a Stress-Management program help young cancer patients cope?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a program called PRISM (Promoting Resilience in Stress Management) could help young adults aged 18-39 who have cancer or desmoid tumors manage anxiety and depression. The program teaches skills like stress management, goal setting, and positive thinking.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New pill may ease severe cancer pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested an experimental oral drug called Trichomylin® in 11 adults with advanced cancer who had moderate to severe pain despite taking strong opioids. The goal was to see if the drug is safe and can provide additional pain relief. Participants took the drug twice daily,…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: ZYUS Life Sciences Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Smartwatches and exercise advice offer new hope for cancer fatigue
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a system that helps cancer patients manage fatigue. Patients used a phone app to report their tiredness and wore a smartwatch to track activity. Based on their fatigue level, they received personalized exercise advice. The goal was to see if this approach could …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Taipei Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Spray freezing offers quick swallow relief for esophageal cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested whether spray cryotherapy (freezing the tumor from inside the esophagus) can quickly improve swallowing in 15 patients with advanced esophageal cancer who were about to start chemotherapy and radiation. The goal was to ease difficulty swallowing sooner tha…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hunter Holmes Mcguire Veteran Affairs Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Light strokes, big relief? touch therapy eases cancer fatigue
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a gentle, light-touch therapy (therapeutic touch) could help advanced cancer patients in palliative care sleep better and feel less tired. Sixty-one patients were randomly assigned to receive either 5 days of 10-15 minute touch sessions or standard care.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Erzurum Technical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Can a Zoom-Based resilience program ease caregiver stress?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 9-session virtual mind-body program (SMART-3RP) to see if it helps caregivers of cancer survivors feel less stressed and more resilient. It compared the program to a standard online support group. The trial enrolled 94 participants and focused on whether the p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Better sleep for cancer patients and their partners: a new approach
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a sleep improvement program for people with cancer and their intimate partners who also have sleep problems. The goal was to reduce insomnia and improve sleep quality. Only 2 couples took part, so results are very limited.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New online tool helps cancer patients get better sleep
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested an online program to help cancer patients with insomnia. It included 348 adults with cancer who had trouble sleeping. The program used cognitive-behavioral techniques and aimed to see who might need extra help from a professional.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Can a smartphone app help cancer survivors kick the habit?
Symptom relief CompletedThis completed Phase 1 trial tested a smartphone app that uses mindfulness exercises to help cancer survivors quit smoking. Twelve participants used the app daily for three weeks, completed surveys, and received nicotine patches. The goal was to see if people liked the app and fo…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Zapping acupoints may calm chemo sickness
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether mild electrical pulses on specific acupoints could reduce nausea and vomiting caused by cisplatin chemotherapy. Thirty-four cancer patients received the stimulation during treatment. The goal was to see if this drug-free approach could ease these common …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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PET-CT scans could sharpen radiation targeting for liver tumors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study investigates whether PET-CT scans can accurately measure the radiation dose delivered by radioactive spheres during a liver cancer treatment called radioembolization. Researchers will compare scans taken before and after the procedure in patients with liver tumors. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fox Chase Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Family secrets? study maps how relatives talk about genetic health risks
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study explored how family members share health information about genetic diseases like sickle cell, diabetes, and cancer. Over 1,000 adults completed surveys or interviews about their family health history and support. The goal was to understand social and relational factors…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Decade-Long study aims to unlock liver disease risks in HIV-Hepatitis b patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study follows adults in Zambia who have both HIV and chronic hepatitis B to track liver health over up to 10 years. Researchers aim to understand how current HIV treatments affect hepatitis B and liver damage, and to identify factors that lead to serious outcomes like liver …
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cooking up health: new study tests if free produce and lessons help cancer survivors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether a 12-week program of cooking demonstrations, recipe cards, and free fruit and vegetable bundles can help cancer survivors eat healthier. Only 11 people are taking part, and the main goal is to see if such a program is practical and keeps people interes…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden danger: study probes blood clot risk in cancer patients with COVID-19
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study investigates how often cancer patients with COVID-19 develop dangerous blood clots (venous thromboembolism). Researchers will screen participants using ultrasound and blood tests to detect clots, whether or not they cause symptoms. The goal is to understand the true ra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Family talk could be key to preventing disease in Mexican-American communities
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study examined how Mexican-American families discuss their risk for diabetes, heart disease, breast cancer, and colon cancer. Researchers interviewed 498 adults from Mexican-American households in Houston to understand how culture and family history influence health communic…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a quick chat with a radiotherapy tech ease cancer patients' anxiety?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether having a special consultation with a radiotherapy technician (called a manipulator) helps cancer patients feel more informed about their treatment. Researchers enrolled 308 adults with various cancers who were getting radiation therapy. They compared …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New document helps young adults voice End-of-Life wishes
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a document called Voicing My CHOiCES, designed to help young adults (ages 18-39) with serious illnesses like cancer or HIV discuss their care preferences. Participants filled out questionnaires about anxiety, social support, and communication, then reviewed the …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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10,000 cancer records analyzed to supercharge future treatments
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study collects and analyzes health records from 10,000 cancer patients across multiple sites. Researchers will use this real-world data to better understand patient populations, improve clinical trial design, and support drug development. No new treatments are tested—the goa…
Sponsor: Tempus AI • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple activity tracker help cancer survivors move more?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether using a physical activity screener, along with exercise coaching and self-monitoring, could help breast and colon cancer survivors become more active and spend less time sitting. Twenty survivors who had finished their main cancer treatment at least t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Empty bladder may steady the target in rectal cancer radiation
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study investigates whether having an empty bladder reduces movement of the mesorectum (tissue around the rectum) during radiotherapy for rectal cancer. About 50 adults with rectal cancer receive planning CT scans and weekly CBCT scans under both empty and full bladder condit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New app aims to help cancer patients report side effects from home
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a smartphone app called QuestOnco can reliably track side effects in 134 adult cancer patients receiving active treatment. Patients used the app to report symptoms, and researchers compared those reports to standard paper questionnaires. The goal was to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional Metz-Thionville • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Does anesthesia choice impact liver cancer recurrence?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 153 people having liver cancer surgery to see if the type of anesthesia they received affected their recovery and immune response. Researchers compared different anesthesia methods and measured blood markers related to inflammation and immune cell activity. P…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Lab study tests antibody that could unlock immune attack on liver cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at a new antibody called anti-SIRPα as a potential immunotherapy for liver cancer. Researchers used blood and tissue samples from 30 liver cancer patients to see how the antibody affects immune cells. The goal was to understand whether blocking the SIR…
Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Your tongue could reveal cancer: AI study analyzes 4,100 people
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study collected tongue images and clinical data from 4,100 people—both cancer patients and healthy individuals—to build a database. Researchers plan to use artificial intelligence to analyze tongue features for early cancer screening and diagnosis. The study did no…
Sponsor: Zhejiang Cancer Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Study aims to cut hospital time after liver surgery by looking beyond medicine
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 3000 patients having liver surgery to see if considering both medical and social factors could reduce how long they stay in the hospital. Researchers tracked things like complications and readmissions. The goal is to find ways to improve recovery an…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a Child's cancer be inherited? new study digs into family DNA
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at the DNA of 100 children (and young adults up to age 17) who have cancer, along with the DNA of their healthy parents. The goal is to find genetic changes that may have caused the cancer. By comparing the child's DNA to both parents', researchers hope to discov…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Heart MRI may reveal hidden damage in young cancer survivors after sepsis
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis pilot study tested whether a heart MRI could be done safely and effectively in children with cancer who recently had sepsis. The goal was to see if the MRI could find hidden heart inflammation or weakness that standard tests might miss. Only 7 children took part, and the foc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could stomach surgery raise cancer risk? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 100 patients who had sleeve gastrectomy for severe obesity. Researchers checked how many developed Barrett's esophagus, a condition that can lead to esophageal cancer, five or more years after surgery. They also examined whether routine endoscopy (a camera te…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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PET scan patients may soon be allowed to move freely during the long wait
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether letting patients move freely between the injection of a radioactive tracer and the PET scan affects image quality. Normally, patients must rest for an hour to avoid muscle uptake that can blur results. The trial involved 284 adults with cancer or needing…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional d'Orléans • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genetic clues to esophageal cancer in large study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at genetic factors that might increase the risk of esophageal and stomach cancers. Researchers collected DNA samples from over 7,700 people, including patients with cancer and healthy individuals from high- and low-risk areas in China. The goal was to …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Scientists probe Gut-Liver link in alcohol and fatty liver cancers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 180 people with liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) who also had cirrhosis caused by either fatty liver disease or alcohol use. Researchers compared immune cells and gut bacteria in the liver to understand why cancer develops. The goal was to gather knowl…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a quick GP visit improve cancer care? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether it's possible for people diagnosed with solid tumors to have a follow-up visit with their general practitioner within 15 days of learning their diagnosis. Researchers will track how many patients actually attend this visit and why some might not. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a short video boost genetic know-how in pediatric cancer families?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether an informational video could help parents and teens better understand genetic testing after a new cancer diagnosis. About 355 families from a children's hospital took part. The goal was to see if the video was acceptable and improved knowledge about g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Study aims to unlock secrets of immunotherapy skin reactions
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study observed 255 cancer patients receiving immunotherapy to understand why some develop skin side effects. Researchers measured immune markers and lipids in the skin and blood. The goal is to identify patterns that could predict or explain these reactions.
Sponsor: National Jewish Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can PET/CT scans improve Follow-Up for anal cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 110 people with anal cancer to see if PET/CT scans can help doctors monitor the disease after initial treatment. Researchers tracked how long patients stayed cancer-free and measured metabolic activity in tumors. The goal is to find better ways to detect relap…
Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Can a tailored diet help cancer survivors? new study tests the recipe
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a nutrition program for cancer survivors who are overweight or have obesity. The program included one-on-one counseling with a dietitian, behavioral skills training, and group support. The goal was to see if the program was easy to run and acceptable to particip…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Zambia study tracks hepatitis b outcomes in hundreds of patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 326 adults in Zambia with chronic hepatitis B for up to 5 years. Researchers tracked how the virus behaves, how many patients need treatment, and how many develop serious liver problems like cirrhosis or liver cancer. The goal was to better understand the dise…
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Scientists create detailed map of appendix cells
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to create a detailed map of the cells in the human appendix and understand their genetic activity. Researchers analyzed appendix tissue from 5 patients undergoing colon cancer surgery. The goal was to learn more about the appendix's role in the immune system and …
Sponsor: Bispebjerg Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Scientists create detailed map of colon cells to unlock disease secrets
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study took small tissue samples from the colons of 40 people during routine colonoscopies. Using advanced genetic techniques, researchers created a detailed map of the different cell types and their gene activity. The goal is to better understand how colon diseases…
Sponsor: Bispebjerg Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Cancer drug opdivo qvantig under the microscope: who gets it and how?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study reviewed medical records of 200 adults with cancer who received the drug nivolumab (Opdivo) either as an intravenous infusion or as a subcutaneous injection (Opdivo Qvantig) in community oncology clinics across the United States. The goal was to describe the …
Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Gut bacteria cocktail tested as cancer treatment booster
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a defined mixture of live gut bacteria from a healthy donor (MET-4) is safe and can be detected in patients with advanced oropharyngeal cancer receiving standard chemoradiation. Thirty participants took the bacteria by mouth daily for up to four weeks. T…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Study reveals why immunotherapy works differently in liver, lung, and brain tumors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at medical records of 938 adults with solid tumors who received immunotherapy. Researchers compared how well the treatment worked when cancer had spread to different organs like the liver, brain, lung, or bone. The goal is to understand why some metastatic sites…
Sponsor: Wenlong Zhong, MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can cancer patients recover at home with remote monitoring?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a program that lets recently hospitalized cancer patients recover at home with remote monitoring of symptoms, vital signs, and weight. The program includes home visits and close communication with the oncology team. Researchers wanted to see if this approach is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Proton therapy gets a daily Tune-Up in small pilot study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis pilot study tested whether it's possible to adjust proton radiation plans each day while the patient is on the treatment table. Ten adults with solid tumors took part. The goal was to see if this approach is safe and practical enough to study in a larger trial.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can MRI measurements be trusted for head and neck cancer?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how repeatable and reproducible ADC maps are for measuring head and neck cancer in 58 adults. Participants had MRI scans using a standard method to see if results were consistent across different machines and sessions. The goal was to improve the reliability …
Sponsor: Regina Elena Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Small study tests best way to mix chemo for liver tumors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 10 people with liver cancer (HCC) who were getting a standard treatment called chemoembolization (c-TACE). The goal was to see if mixing the chemotherapy drug doxorubicin with salt water or a contrast dye changes how the drug spreads inside the tumor. Researc…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Chatbot boosts cancer screening uptake in hong kong trial
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a theory-based chatbot could increase colorectal cancer screening rates. 500 adults aged 50-75 in Hong Kong were randomly assigned to receive either standard text reminders or a chatbot that provided personalized risk information and screening guidance. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Instacart and nutrition calls may ease food insecurity for cancer survivors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether providing grocery delivery (via Instacart) and weekly nutrition coaching calls helps cancer survivors who struggle to afford healthy food. Forty survivors who had finished active cancer treatment took part. The goal was to see if this support was practic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Cancer Patients' blood thinner mystery solved?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study measured how two common blood thinners (rivaroxaban and apixaban) behave in 193 adults with active cancer who also had blood clots or atrial fibrillation. Researchers aimed to understand factors like age, weight, and kidney function that affect drug levels. The goal wa…
Sponsor: Groupe Hospitalier Pitie-Salpetriere • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Cancer Patients' own needs may guide better care, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study at Sohag Oncology Center tested whether a quality-of-life survey could help match cancer patients' needs with the right supportive care, like pain management or nutrition counseling. Over 4,400 adult cancer patients completed the EORTC QLQ-C30 questionnaire, …
Sponsor: Sohag Oncology Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Massive study digs into genetic roots of stomach cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study collected information from 733 people with a personal or family history of hereditary stomach cancer. The goal was to better understand how these cancers develop and what genes are involved. Participants provided medical history, blood samples, and genetic testing. The…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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AI learns to spot cancer pain from faces and voices
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether machine learning can detect cancer pain by analyzing facial expressions, voice, and speech. 83 people with cancer recorded videos at clinic visits and at home over 3 months. The goal was to see if this technology could classify pain levels in a diverse g…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Heart monitor reveals hidden damage from cancer radiation
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 24 people with lung or esophageal cancer who received radiation or chemo-radiation near the heart. Participants wore a small heart monitor to catch any heart changes that might otherwise go unnoticed. The goal was to see how often heart problems occur after s…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Could a simple nerve block shield kidneys during cancer surgery?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a nerve block called the erector spinae plane block can protect kidney function during laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery. Sixty adults having this surgery were divided into two groups: one received the nerve block plus standard anesthesia, the ot…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kayseri City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Massive cancer registry tracks genetic Testing's Real-World impact
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed registry followed nearly 8,000 adults with solid tumors who had next-generation sequencing (NGS) genetic testing. The goal was to collect real-world data linking test results, treatments, and survival. No new drug or intervention was tested; instead, the registry a…
Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Gastric cancer surgery: new index could level the playing field for hospitals
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study created a new tool called the SAH Index to fairly evaluate how well hospitals and surgeons perform gastric cancer surgery. Gastric cancer is serious and often requires major surgery, but comparing results is tricky because patients have different health risks. The rese…
Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Hidden muscle loss common in GI cancer patients, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how many people with gastrointestinal cancer are at risk for sarcopenia, a condition where muscle mass and strength are lost. Researchers used a simple questionnaire called SARC-F to screen 44 patients before and during cancer treatment. The goal was to ident…
Sponsor: Institute of Oncology Ljubljana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New online tool aims to pick the right patients for cancer drug trials
Knowledge-focused CompletedResearchers tested a new online tool called PIPO that helps doctors estimate how long a cancer patient might live. This information can guide decisions about which patients to enroll in early-phase clinical trials. The study included 586 people who had already joined phase 1 or p…
Sponsor: Vall d'Hebron Institute of Oncology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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AI model aims to predict cancer Patients' emergency room visits
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a machine learning model that uses electronic health records to predict which cancer patients receiving infusion therapy are at risk of needing emergency care or hospitalization within 30 days. Researchers analyzed data from over 4,700 patients at UCSF. The goal…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Blood test hunts hidden cancer after surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked for leftover cancer DNA in the blood of over 2,000 people who had surgery for stage II or III colorectal cancer. Participants did not receive any new treatment—they just gave blood samples over about 21 months. The goal was to find patients who might be eligible…
Sponsor: BioNTech SE • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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VR headsets calm cancer patients before radiation
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a virtual reality (VR) education program could help first-time radiation therapy patients understand their treatment better and reduce anxiety and depression. 84 cancer patients were split into two groups: one received VR education, the other standard…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Asia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New program aims to break down barriers to cancer trial participation
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis pilot study tested a program called GUIDE, which uses a trained navigator to help cancer patients overcome social and financial barriers to joining clinical trials. The study included 100 adults with cancer who were eligible for a trial and had at least one health-related so…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New website aims to close cancer care gap for black patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study created and tested an educational website to help Black and African American cancer patients learn about personalized cancer treatments and clinical trials. Researchers interviewed 48 patients and caregivers, then tested the website with 33 patients. The goal was to se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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AI takes on cancer experts: who wins?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether an AI computer program could suggest cancer treatments that match what experts recommend. Researchers reviewed medical records of 30 people with stomach, colon, or pancreatic cancer. They entered key details into the AI and compared its suggestions to…
Sponsor: Medizinische Hochschule Brandenburg Theodor Fontane • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Blood tests and surveys may predict cancer treatment success
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 159 people with metastatic colorectal, pancreatic, biliary, or esophageal cancers who were starting a new line of therapy. Researchers collected blood samples (tumor markers and liquid biopsies) and patient-reported quality-of-life data to see if these could p…
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Thousands tracked in Largest-Ever liver cancer bead therapy registry
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis registry followed over 1,000 liver cancer patients who received SIR-Spheres—tiny radioactive beads injected into the liver's blood supply to kill tumors. The goal was to see how this treatment is used in real hospitals and how it affects survival, side effects, and quality o…
Sponsor: Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Study tests whether nudges on social media can stop cancer myths in their tracks
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at whether adding a warning prompt above cancer misinformation posts on social media encourages people to flag them. Researchers recruited 294 US adults who had either been diagnosed with cancer or cared for someone with cancer. Participants saw fake s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Belly muscle size may predict surgery risks in cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 129 adults with gastrointestinal cancer to see if measuring the thickness of their belly and diaphragm muscles before surgery could help predict complications after the operation. Researchers used ultrasound to measure these muscles and then tracked recovery …
Sponsor: Ankara Oncology Research and Training Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Massive study sheds light on esophageal cancer surgery outcomes
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study analyzed data from nearly 3,000 patients who had surgery for esophageal cancer between 2000 and 2010. Researchers looked at factors like patient health, treatment approach, and surgical technique to see what influences cancer recurrence and survival. The goal is to bet…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New ultrasound technique aims to better measure liver health
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new ultrasound technique called ARFI to measure liver stiffness in 109 people, including healthy volunteers and patients with liver conditions. The goal was to understand normal stiffness values and how they change with disease or treatment. This is an observa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Distance to hospital may delay Life-Saving chemo for colon cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 140 patients who had colon cancer surgery and chemotherapy at Rouen University Hospital. The goal was to see if living farther from the hospital caused a longer wait to start chemotherapy after surgery. The findings could help improve care for patients who li…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Standing ultrasound spots hidden liver tumors better than lying down
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether having patients stand during an ultrasound helps doctors see small liver tumors near the diaphragm that are often missed when lying down. Researchers scanned 95 people with confirmed liver lesions in three positions: standing, lying on their back, and ly…
Sponsor: The First Hospital of Jilin University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New scan spots chemo damage to heart and muscles early
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a special MRI scan (31P-MRS) can detect early signs of damage to heart and muscle cells caused by chemotherapy drugs like doxorubicin. Twelve cancer patients scheduled for chemo underwent three scans over time. The goal was to see if the scan could measu…
Sponsor: UMC Utrecht • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Blood protein clues may catch malnutrition early in cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether three blood proteins (pre-albumin, retinol binding protein, and transferrin) can help detect early malnutrition in people with advanced nasopharyngeal cancer undergoing chemoradiotherapy. Researchers tracked 60 patients to see if these proteins change…
Sponsor: Zhao Chong • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New scanner aims to sharpen cancer radiation targeting
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new on-couch imaging system called HyperSight, which takes 3D X-ray pictures (CBCT) of cancer patients right before their radiation treatment. 46 adults with head/neck, chest, abdomen, or pelvic cancers received both the new HyperSight scan and a standard scan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Varian, a Siemens Healthineers Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New biopsy method may predict cancer spread without surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 150 colorectal cancer patients to see if counting tumor buds in biopsy samples could predict whether cancer has spread to lymph nodes or other organs. Researchers used a special stain to find tumor buds and counted them in the densest area. They then used a c…
Sponsor: Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New nutrition training boosts oncology Nurses' skills in vietnam
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a co-designed nutritional training program for 20 oncology nurses in Vietnam. The program included a three-day workshop with theory and hands-on practice, focusing on managing diet-related side effects of cancer treatment like nausea and diarrhea. Researchers me…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VinUniversity • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New classification system may help guide treatment for colorectal cancer spread to liver
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new classification system for people whose colorectal cancer has spread only to the liver. Researchers looked at survival rates and compared different patient groups to see if the system helps predict outcomes. The goal is to better identify which patients mig…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Linkoeping • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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AI model may personalize liver cancer care after surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study analyzed data from 1005 liver cancer patients to see who benefits from a treatment called TACE after surgery. Using machine learning, researchers aimed to predict individual patient outcomes. The goal is to help doctors decide whether to recommend TACE or just monitor …
Sponsor: Anhui Provincial Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New study tests simple ways to track muscle loss in kids with cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether it's possible to measure muscle mass and physical function in children (ages 8-21) with newly diagnosed solid tumors or lymphoma during cancer treatment. Researchers used simple tests like a 6-minute walk and a special drink to measure muscle, along w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Cancer surgery recovery: quality of life under the microscope
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tracked 295 adults who had high-risk surgery for stomach, esophagus, pancreas, or liver cancer. Researchers measured quality of life before surgery and again at 6 and 12 months after. They also asked patients and their family members if they regretted the decision to h…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Geneva • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Can the mediterranean diet survive chemo? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how cancer treatment changes patients' ability to stick with a Mediterranean diet. Researchers followed 116 patients starting chemotherapy or immunotherapy, checking their diet adherence and sensory changes (taste and smell) at the start and after 9 weeks. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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AI in cancer care: 7,151 people share their hopes and fears
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how cancer patients, the general public, and healthcare professionals use and feel about large language models (like ChatGPT) for making cancer treatment decisions. Over 7,000 people from 30 countries completed a survey. The goal was to understand current usa…
Sponsor: Technical University of Munich • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Can better Doctor-Patient bonds reduce cancer care disparities?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how trust and communication (called a therapeutic alliance) between Latino/a advanced cancer patients and their oncologists might affect care. Researchers interviewed 4 doctors and held focus groups with 10 patients to understand barriers and what helps build…
Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Silent threat: low albumin levels linked to worse outcomes in elderly cancer surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 330 older adults (65+) who had cancer surgery to see if low albumin levels before surgery led to more complications. Researchers compared patients with low albumin to those with normal levels, tracking problems like infections, hospital stay length, and ICU n…
Sponsor: Dr Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New risk score may predict breathing complications after cancer surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a tool called the ARISCAT score can predict lung complications (like pneumonia or collapsed lung) after major abdominal cancer surgery. Researchers followed 410 adults who had surgery under general anesthesia. The goal was to see if the score could help …
Sponsor: Dr Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Sarcopenia may change how muscle relaxants work during cancer surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 100 adults having gastrointestinal cancer surgery to see if sarcopenia (muscle loss) changes how muscle relaxants work during anesthesia. Patients were grouped based on CT scans showing sarcopenia. The researchers measured how fast the relaxants worked, how d…
Sponsor: Dr Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Cancer patients help design better quality-of-life surveys
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to improve how we measure quality of life in cancer patients whose disease is progressing. Researchers interviewed 20 patients, their carers, and healthcare professionals to learn their preferences on how often and in what way to collect this information. The goa…
Sponsor: University of Leeds • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Chemo delivery method may impact sleep and depression in GI cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 198 adults with non-metastatic gastrointestinal cancer to see if taking chemotherapy as a pill (oral) or through a vein (IV) affects sleep quality and depression. Researchers measured sleep and mood before treatment, at 45 days, and at 90 days using standard …
Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Hepatitis & liver cancer risk explored in immigrant communities
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested 892 African and Asian immigrants for hepatitis B and C to understand how these infections raise the risk of liver cancer. Researchers also checked vaccination rates and tracked new cancer cases over time. No treatment was given; the goal was to gather informatio…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Which chemo works better for esophageal cancer? study compares two common drugs
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked back at 387 patients with esophageal cancer to compare two chemotherapy drugs, nab-paclitaxel and paclitaxel, given before surgery. The goal was to see which drug leads to better outcomes like complete cancer removal. The study is completed, but results are not …
Sponsor: Sichuan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Cancer Patients' work struggles revealed in new study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how cancer patients feel about returning to work while undergoing treatment. Researchers interviewed 20 patients to understand their needs and how work affects their sense of normalcy. The goal is to help nurses provide better support for work-related challen…
Sponsor: Centro di Riferimento Oncologico - Aviano • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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HIV-Positive men studied to unlock anal cancer prevention
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 516 HIV-positive men who have sex with men over two years to track anal HPV infection and related lesions. Researchers used exams and anoscopy to see how often high-grade lesions appear or go away on their own. The goal is to gather evidence to better prevent …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: ANRS, Emerging Infectious Diseases • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Tumor DNA test may match patients to smarter cancer drugs
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether analyzing the DNA of a patient's tumor can help doctors pick a targeted therapy for advanced or metastatic cancer. Researchers enrolled 550 adults with various solid tumors that had spread. They took biopsy or blood samples to search for genetic chang…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Paoli-Calmettes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Scientists hunt for biomarkers in pancreatic cancer to guide therapy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to find biological markers (biomarkers) in pancreatic tumor cells and blood that could help predict how well a patient might respond to treatment. Researchers analyzed genetic and protein information from tumor samples collected via ultrasound-guided biopsy, as w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Paoli-Calmettes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Ultrasound vs. MRI: which is better for catching liver cancer early?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 211 people with liver cirrhosis to see which screening method works better for detecting liver cancer: an ultrasound every 6 months or an MRI once a year. Participants received both tests, and researchers measured how often each test correctly found cancer. T…
Sponsor: JOON-IL CHOI • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Study reveals hidden burdens of cancer caregivers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at the needs and challenges of family caregivers who help older adults (70+) with cancer. Researchers interviewed 78 caregivers to understand their social and personal situations, and tested a personalized support program with phone follow-ups. The goal was to s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues to why immunotherapy fails in most patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 135 people with advanced lung cancer, lymphoma, or other tumors treated with immunotherapy drugs called checkpoint inhibitors. Researchers collected blood and tumor samples over time to measure immune cells and molecules that might predict whether the treatme…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Paoli-Calmettes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New drug tracking study offers no cure, but key insights for future cancer treatments
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the drug tuvusertib is absorbed, broken down, and removed from the body in 12 people with advanced solid tumors. Participants received a tiny radioactive tracer to track the drug. The main goal was to understand the drug's path in the body, not to treat t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Healthcare KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, an affiliate of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Radiation before knife: small study tests new pancreatic cancer approach
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether giving a short, strong dose of radiation right before surgery is possible for people with pancreatic cancer. Ten patients took part to see if the approach was safe and could help surgeons remove the tumor completely. The main goal was to check for com…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: CCTU- Cancer Theme • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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New study tracks COVID vaccine durability in chronic illness patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study followed 360 adults and children with chronic respiratory and other medical conditions to see how their immune systems responded to COVID-19 vaccines over 18 months. Researchers measured antibody, T cell, and B cell levels before vaccination and every 3 month…
Sponsor: National Jewish Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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New endoscopic technique hunts cancer cells in the portal vein
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether it is safe and possible to collect a blood sample from the portal vein (a major liver blood vessel) during a routine endoscopic ultrasound in 23 people with pancreatic cancer. The goal was to find and count circulating tumor cells (cancer cells in the bl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Can a simple RNA test predict pancreatic cancer outcomes?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study examined small RNA molecules called microRNAs in tissue samples from 57 people with pancreatic cancer. The samples were collected during a routine endoscopic ultrasound procedure. Researchers aimed to see if certain microRNA patterns are linked to how aggressive the ca…
Sponsor: Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Which scanner spots the smallest tumors? new study puts two to the test
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested two different PET-CT scanners to see which one is better at finding very small cancer spots (less than 1 cm) in patients. Twenty-four people with cancer each had two scans, one on each machine. The researchers then added virtual lesions to the images to compare …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Immunotherapy side effects under the microscope: MOTIVATE study tracks 150 patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 150 people with solid tumors who were starting immunotherapy (immune checkpoint inhibitors) as part of their regular care. Researchers collected data on side effects and asked patients to fill out questionnaires before each treatment. The goal was to better un…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Mukbang watching studied as appetite booster for young cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether children with cancer who watch mukbang (eating shows) have better appetite during hospital treatment. Researchers tracked 179 children's eating habits and video watching over several days. The goal was to see if there's a link that could help improve …
Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Blood markers may reveal chemo response in just weeks
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 74 people with metastatic colorectal cancer starting their first chemotherapy. Researchers took blood samples early in treatment to measure three markers: CEA, circulating tumor DNA, and total cell-free DNA. The goal was to see if early changes in these marke…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Immune cell clues in colon cancer could forecast recurrence risk
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 56 patients who had surgery for non-metastatic colon cancer to see if the number and type of immune cells in their tumors could predict whether the cancer would come back. Researchers analyzed both blood samples and tumor tissue for various immune markers. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New genetic test may predict colon cancer return
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a genetic test called QMPSF can help predict if stage II or III colon cancer will come back after surgery. Researchers analyzed tumor tissue from 401 patients for specific DNA changes. The goal was to see if these genetic markers are linked to cancer …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New biomarker may predict which cancer drugs work best
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study tested whether a new biomarker called 'mass response' can predict how well a cancer therapy will work. Researchers collected tumor cells from 72 patients with various cancers through fluid drainage or biopsies. The goal was to see if this biomarker could guid…
Sponsor: Travera Inc • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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500 patients studied to uncover why colorectal cancer survival varies by region
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked back at the medical records of 500 people with colorectal cancer from two regions in China. Researchers collected information on patients' backgrounds, lifestyle, and treatments to find patterns that affect survival. The goal was to understand regional differenc…
Sponsor: Qianfoshan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Fitness trackers tested in cancer radiation study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis pilot study looked at whether cancer patients with head and neck, lung, or digestive system cancers could wear a fitness tracker during radiation therapy. The goal was to see if tracking activity levels and quality of life is practical and might relate to treatment outcomes.…
Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Blood test could guide pancreatic cancer therapy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at whether a simple blood test (liquid biopsy) can find genetic markers that predict how well pancreatic cancer treatments work. Researchers analyzed DNA from tumors circulating in the blood of 420 patients with pancreatic cancer. The goal was to disco…
Sponsor: National Cancer Center, Korea • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Heart risk alert: troponin test may protect cancer patients on immunotherapy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 300 cancer patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors to see if measuring troponin levels could help detect serious heart problems early. The goal was to prevent major cardiovascular events like heart attack or stroke without unnecessarily s…
Sponsor: Institut Mutualiste Montsouris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Cancer drug heart risk mystery probed in new study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how immune checkpoint inhibitors, a type of cancer drug, might affect blood vessels and increase heart risks. Researchers measured blood vessel function and checked for related markers in 39 cancer patients before and after starting treatment. The goal was to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Mutualiste Montsouris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Could T-DXd outperform standard care for multiple HER2-Positive cancers? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether the drug T-DXd works better than standard treatments for people with several types of HER2-positive solid tumors. Researchers will compare data from previous T-DXd trials with real-world medical records of patients who received standard care. The goal …
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Rural cancer survivors test DIY care plans and phone education
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether cancer survivors living in rural areas can create their own survivorship care plans and learn from telehealth education. 261 survivors of breast, colorectal, lung, lymphoma, or prostate cancer took part. The goal was to see if this approach improves t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New 3D method may improve tumor measurement accuracy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 120 adults with breast, pancreatic, or biliary cancer to see if a new 3D measurement method (TDTP-RECIST) is better than the standard way (RECIST 1.1) for tracking tumor shrinkage before surgery. Researchers compared imaging results with actual tumor tissue r…
Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Protein PHGDH may predict immunotherapy success in colorectal cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study from West China Hospital examined tumor tissue from 100 colorectal cancer patients who had already received immunotherapy. Researchers measured levels of a protein called PHGDH to see if it was linked to how well the patients responded to treatment and how lo…
Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Quick checkup for cancer survivors: could a simple screener boost quality of life?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study tested a new tool called Life S-Can that quickly checks diet, exercise, sleep, and mental health in cancer survivors. 105 survivors used the tool and some received extra coaching from health experts. The goal was to see if the tool helps doctors give better s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fundació d'investigació Sanitària de les Illes Balears • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New study aims to improve anal cancer screening for At-Risk groups in thailand
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked for the most effective and practical way to screen for anal high-grade lesions (a precancerous condition) in Thai men who have sex with men and transgender women. Researchers tested different screening methods in 950 participants to see which approach finds the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institute of HIV Research and Innovation Foundation, Thailand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC