Intestinal cancer
MONDO:0005814A malignant neoplasm involving the intestine
Also known as: bowel cancer, cancer of intestine, cancer of the intestine, intestinal cancer, intestinal neoplasms, malignant, intestinal tumors, malignant, intestine cancer, malignant intestinal neoplasm
5189 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Can your own immune cells beat advanced cancer?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a personalized therapy called GT201, made from a patient's own tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs). The goal is to see if these immune cells, grown in the lab and infused back into the patient, can shrink or eliminate advanced solid tumors. The study includes a…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gritbio Medicine, Inc. • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill restore the Body's tumor suppressor to fight multiple cancers?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing an experimental oral drug, LG00313112, in people with advanced solid tumors that carry a specific genetic change called TP53 Y220C. The drug aims to restore the function of the p53 protein, which normally helps stop cancer growth. The study includes adults w…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: LG Chem • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can your own immune cells fight advanced cancer?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing an experimental therapy called IOV-5001, which uses a patient's own immune cells (tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes) to attack cancer. The study involves adults with advanced solid tumors, including non-small cell lung cancer, triple-negative breast cancer, col…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc. • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could a single drug replace surgery for rectal cancer?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving the immunotherapy drug dostarlimab for a longer period can completely eliminate tumors in people with a specific genetic type of rectal cancer. Participants have stage II or III rectal cancer that is mismatch repair deficient (dMMR) or microsatelli…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can two immunotherapy drugs eliminate early rectal cancer without surgery?
⭐️ CURE ⭐️ Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether a combination of two immunotherapy drugs, botensilimab and balstilimab, can completely eliminate early-stage rectal cancer in people whose tumors are microsatellite stable (MSS). Participants receive one infusion of botensilimab followed by b…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: ⭐️ CURE ⭐️
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Custom-Made cancer vaccine enters early human testing
⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️ Not yet recruitingThis study tests a personalized cancer vaccine (ABO2109) combined with an immunotherapy drug (toripalimab) in 50 adults with solid tumors. The goal is to see if the vaccine is safe and triggers an immune response against the cancer. Participants must have good organ function and …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Suzhou Abogen Biosciences Co., Ltd. • Aim: ⭐️ VACCINE ⭐️
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Can a new injection shrink Hard-to-Treat tumors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing an investigational drug called SHR-8203, given as an injection, in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments or for which no standard treatment exists. The study aims to find the safest dose, understand ho…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Beijing Suncadia Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 04:00 UTC
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Can a new drug shrink Hard-to-Treat tumors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental drug called ATX-898 in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed by surgery. The trial has two parts: first, ATX-898 is given alone to find the safest dose; second, it is combined with other anti-cancer drugs to see i…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Antares Therapeutics, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 04:00 UTC
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Can Long-Term tucatinib use remain safe for HER2-Positive cancers?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study offers continued access to tucatinib, an oral targeted therapy, for people with HER2-positive cancers (including breast, cervical, and lung) who were already benefiting from the drug in a previous Pfizer-sponsored trial. The main goal is to monitor long-term safety and…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 04:00 UTC
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Liver tumors targeted directly: old pump, new drug
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a drug called carfilzomib, given directly to the liver through an implanted pump, is safe for people whose colon, adrenal, or bile duct cancer has spread to the liver and persists after prior pump therapy. Participants receive weekly infusions of the drug…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 04:00 UTC
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Can a new immunotherapy combo tame aggressive appendiceal cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial is testing whether combining the experimental immunotherapy drug ivonescimab with chemotherapy (paclitaxel) delivered directly into the abdomen can safely and effectively treat people with high-grade metastatic appendiceal adenocarcinoma that cannot be removed…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 04:00 UTC
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Can Pre-Surgery rehab ease recovery from tumor bowel blockage?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a multimodal prehabilitation program—combining exercise, nutrition, and psychological support—can improve outcomes for patients with tumor-related bowel obstruction. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either this program plus postoperative immu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 04:00 UTC
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Heat treatment after polyp removal may slash regrowth risk
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a heat treatment (thermal ablation) to the standard procedure for removing large colon polyps can lower the chance they grow back. About 752 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either standard removal alone or standard removal plus burning …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can diet and vitamin c supercharge rectal cancer treatment?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is investigating whether adding a ketogenic diet and/or high-dose intravenous vitamin C to standard chemoradiotherapy and immunotherapy can improve outcomes for patients with locally advanced rectal cancer that is mismatch repair proficient (pMMR/MSS). The stud…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart missile drug takes aim at Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a new medicine called SOT109 for people with advanced colorectal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread. SOT109 is designed to find and attack cancer cells that have a specific marker (CDH17) while sparing healthy cells. The study has two parts: t…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: SOTIO Biotech a.s. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new infusion drug shrink Hard-to-Treat tumors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial is testing an investigational drug called BL-ARC002 in people with advanced gastrointestinal or other solid tumors that have spread. The main goals are to find a safe dose and to see if the drug shows any signs of shrinking tumors. Participants receive the …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sichuan Baili Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A nudge in time: could text reminders boost alcohol care for cancer patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether simple reminders—sent to patients' phones and to their care teams—can increase the use of alcohol screening and brief counseling (SBIRT) during cancer care. About 315 adults with cancer across four clinics will take part, with some clinics using the remin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI as a surgical Co-Pilot: predicting difficulty in rectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether an AI tool called SurgDiff can predict how difficult rectal cancer surgery will be, based on MRI scans and patient data. The goal is to help surgeons choose the best surgical approach for each patient, potentially reducing complications. The study involve…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peking Union Medical College Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can immune checkpoint drugs fight cancers beyond their approved uses?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial investigates whether immune checkpoint inhibitors—medicines that help the immune system attack cancer—can be effective when used off-label for different types of malignancies. Adults with cancer whose doctor is considering such treatment may join. Participants …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could cutting one amino acid make rectal cancer treatment more effective?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether an arginine-free diet, given as a liquid formula for four weeks, can enhance the effects of standard chemoradiotherapy in people with locally advanced rectal cancer. The study first checks the diet's safety in a small group, then randomly assigns about 13…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Organ transplant may offer new hope for rare abdominal cancer patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an intestinal or multivisceral transplant can help people with a rare abdominal cancer called pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) that cannot be removed by surgery. Twenty participants will receive the transplant and be followed for 12 months to see if they surv…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug shrink Hard-to-Treat tumors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial is testing an investigational drug called BR113 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the right dose, and see if it can shrink tumors. Participants receive BR…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: BioRay Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Two-Drug combo stop colorectal cancer from coming back?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial is testing whether the experimental drug zanzalintinib, alone or combined with an immunotherapy (pembrolizumab plus berahyaluronidase alfa), can improve disease-free survival in people with stage II or III colorectal cancer who have molecular residual disease (…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Exelixis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a smart drug deliver a toxic payload directly to cancer cells?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called TQB6426 in people with advanced cancers that have not responded to other treatments. TQB6426 is designed to seek out a protein called GPC3 on cancer cells and deliver a chemotherapy-like payload directly to them. The s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Technology Development Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a new drug combo shrink advanced colorectal tumors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether an investigational drug called SYS6090, when combined with standard treatments like bevacizumab and chemotherapy, can safely and effectively treat advanced colorectal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The study includes adults with a specific…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: CSPC Megalith Biopharmaceutical Co.,Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Personalized cell therapy takes on Hard-to-Treat tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a personalized cell therapy for adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. Doctors take immune cells from a patient's own tumor, grow more of them in the lab, and then infuse them back after a short course of che…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Juncell Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may let cancer patients take safe breaks from immunotherapy
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a sensitive blood test (Signatera) can detect when it is safe to pause immunotherapy in people with advanced solid tumors like lung cancer, melanoma, and colorectal cancer. Participants are randomly assigned to either continuous standard immunother…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Natera, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug GEN1119 aims to fight solid tumors that resist standard care
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates a new drug called GEN1119 for people with certain solid tumors that have not improved with standard treatments or for whom no standard treatment exists. The study is divided into parts: first, to find safe and effective doses, then to test those doses in m…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Genmab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug combo shrink Hard-to-Treat colorectal tumors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether an experimental drug called MRG007, given together with standard chemotherapy and targeted therapies, can safely shrink tumors in people with advanced colorectal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The study involves about 316 participants and …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Lepu Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a genetic trait stop chemotherapy from working? a trial aims to fix that
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether a new dosing algorithm can help people with a genetic trait called Duffy-null get the full benefit of chemotherapy. Many people of African or Middle Eastern descent naturally have lower white blood cell counts (Duffy-null neutropenia), which can lead…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smart drug home in on Hard-to-Treat GI cancers?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental treatment called the IKS04 regimen in people with advanced cancers of the digestive system, including colorectal, stomach, pancreatic, and bile duct cancers. The regimen combines a targeted antibody-drug conjugate with an addition…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Iksuda Therapeutics Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug SKB565 aims to fight advanced solid tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental drug called SKB565 in 180 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to or cannot tolerate standard treatments. The trial has three stages to find the safest dose, check how the drug moves through the body, and see if it shrinks tum…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sichuan Kelun-Biotech Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A shield for bone marrow: can a drug stop Chemo's blood cell side effect?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a drug called trilaciclib can prevent myelosuppression — a drop in blood cell counts — caused by a type of chemotherapy known as topoisomerase I inhibitor antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). About 96 cancer patients who are scheduled to receive these ADC dru…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a gut bacteria transplant help immunotherapy wipe out rectal cancer before surgery?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether transplanting healthy gut bacteria can boost the power of immunotherapy and chemoradiotherapy in people with a common type of locally advanced rectal cancer. Participants receive a combination of sintilimab (an immunotherapy drug), CAPOX chemotherapy…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Chemo holidays put to the test: can scheduled breaks beat continuous treatment for advanced colorectal cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial tests whether giving the targeted therapy cetuximab plus FOLFIRI chemotherapy in scheduled breaks works as well as continuous treatment for people with a specific genetic type of metastatic colorectal cancer (RAS/BRAF wild-type). The study compares how long the…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Charite University, Berlin, Germany • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a precision drug outsmart hard-to-treat colorectal cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase III trial is testing whether an experimental drug called BL-M07D1 can slow or stop the growth of advanced colorectal cancer in people whose tumors have high levels of the HER2 protein and who have already tried standard chemotherapy. Participants will be randomly assig…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sichuan Baili Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to shrink rectal tumors before surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding an experimental drug called DCSZ11 to standard radiation and chemotherapy can improve outcomes for people with a high-risk type of rectal cancer. The study will enroll 30 adults who have not had prior treatment. The goal is to see if t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cancer drug candidate SHR-4685 enters first human tests
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called SHR-4685 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and see how the body processes it. About 170 adults aged 18 to 75 with meas…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Suzhou Suncadia Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a four-pronged attack shrink liver tumors enough for surgery?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial is testing whether adding an experimental drug called retlirafusp alfa to standard chemotherapy and bevacizumab, with or without a short course of radiotherapy, can shrink liver metastases from colorectal cancer enough to allow surgical removal. The study enro…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can two immune boosters outsmart Chemo-Resistant colon cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial is testing whether adding two immune-boosting drugs, iparomlimab and tuvonralimab, to standard chemotherapy can help people with a specific type of metastatic colorectal cancer that has stopped responding to first-line treatment. The study includes about 270 ad…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Electric pulses and diet: a new weapon against muscle loss in stomach and bowel cancers?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a combination of whole-body electromyostimulation (WB-EMS) — a technology that uses electrical impulses to make muscles contract — and nutritional therapy can help people with certain gastrointestinal cancers preserve muscle mass. Participants include tho…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Cologne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can adding chemo after radiation help older adults with rectal cancer avoid surgery?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial is testing whether adding a three-month course of FOLFOX4s chemotherapy after short-course radiotherapy improves outcomes compared to radiotherapy alone in adults aged 75 and older with locally advanced rectal cancer. The study aims to see if the combination ca…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Drug-Radiation combo outsmart Treatment-Resistant colorectal cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether combining an experimental drug called S-531011 with a precise radiation technique known as RadScopal can help control metastatic colorectal cancer that has not responded to prior treatments. The study enrolls about 30 adults with advanced dis…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a nanoparticle deliver chemo more safely to Hard-to-Treat cancers?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing an experimental drug called ML-016, a nanoparticle form of the chemotherapy doxorubicin, in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread to the lungs or liver. The study aims to find the safest dose and see whether the drug can shrink tumors or slow th…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: BrYet US, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a four-drug cocktail shrink hard-to-treat colorectal cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding two extra drugs—bevacizumab and sintilimab—to the usual combination of irinotecan and cetuximab can shrink tumors in people with advanced colorectal cancer that no longer responds to irinotecan. The study enrolls 160 adults with RAS wi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug shrink Hard-to-Treat solid tumors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests an experimental drug called HMPL-A830 in adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, then testing that dose in more people to see if it can shrink tumors. The goal is to un…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hutchmed • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an experimental pill slow advanced solid tumors? a phase 1 trial puts HW221043 to the test.
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental oral drug called HW221043 in adults with advanced solid tumors who have no standard treatment options left. The study has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, then expanding to see if the drug can shrink tumors or slow their gro…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Hubei Bio-Pharmaceutical Industrial Technological Institute Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a TROP2-targeting drug shrink hard-to-treat small bowel cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial tests whether sacituzumab tirumotecan, an antibody-drug conjugate that targets the TROP2 protein, can shrink tumors in people with advanced small bowel adenocarcinoma that has worsened after platinum-based chemotherapy. About 27 adults with this rare cancer wi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Center, Japan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New 'WARNING Pack' aims to protect quality of life in older cancer patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a care package called the 'WARNING Pack' for people aged 75 and older with cancer. The pack helps doctors spot early signs of age-related problems and provides a guide for managing them. The goal is to prevent a decline in quality of life and reduce the risk of g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Poitiers University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Donor cells join fight against advanced cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early study tests whether adding donor natural killer (NK) cells to standard maintenance therapy can safely help control advanced lung and colorectal cancers. About 20 adults will receive NK cell infusions alongside their usual drugs. The main goal is to check for side effec…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: BOE Technology Group Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat colorectal tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether combining the experimental drug tunlametinib with other targeted therapies can shrink tumors or slow cancer growth in people with metastatic colorectal cancer that has worsened after at least one prior treatment. Participants are grouped based on …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug TJ037130 takes aim at advanced solid tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 1 trial tests an experimental drug called TJ037130 in adults with advanced solid tumors, including ovarian, gastric, and endometrial cancers that have spread. The main goal is to check the drug's safety and find the best dose for future studies. Participants receive TJ…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: TJ Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Oral drug elraglusib aims to tame advanced solid tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental oral drug called elraglusib in adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread or are not responding to standard treatments. The trial aims to find the safest dose and evaluate how the body processes the drug, while also looking for early signs…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Actuate Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sitting up for cancer treatment: a new way to deliver proton therapy
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether cancer patients can safely receive proton radiation therapy while sitting upright instead of lying down. The upright system is already FDA-cleared, and the goal is to see if it works reliably for a range of patients. Researchers will track treatment su…
Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody drug targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called SI-B036, a bispecific antibody designed to fight advanced gastrointestinal and other solid tumors. The study involves about 16 adults with tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. Researchers aim to find a safe dose and see if t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Sichuan Baili Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests an experimental therapy called GKL-006Allo, made from donor immune cells (iNKT cells), in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the therapy's safety and how the body processes it.…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Beijing Gene Key Life Technology Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a common parasite drug boost cancer immunotherapy?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding ivermectin, a drug used for parasitic infections, can improve the immune response in people with solid tumors who are already receiving immunotherapy. About 80 adults will take either a moderate or high dose of ivermectin for four weeks alongside t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug SHR-A1904 takes on Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests an experimental drug called SHR-A1904 in people with advanced colorectal cancer that has spread and no longer responds to standard treatments. The study aims to see if the drug is safe and can shrink tumors or slow the disease. Participants must have alre…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Peking University Cancer Hospital & Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could prepared meals help colorectal cancer patients eat healthier?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether providing medically tailored meals and fresh produce can help people with stage I-III colorectal cancer eat fewer ultra-processed foods. Participants are randomly assigned to receive fully prepared meals, meals plus fresh produce, or meal-planning m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug targets two cancer proteins in advanced tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a new drug called VBC108 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. VBC108 is designed to attach to two specific proteins (CLDN18.2 and CDH17) found on some cancer cells and deliver a toxic payload to kill them. The study…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: VelaVigo Bio Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug XYA02 takes on tough cancers in first human trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new biologic drug called XYA02 in 190 adults with advanced solid tumors (including lung, ovarian, and pancreatic cancers) that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the best dose, and see if the drug can shrink tumo…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: XYone Therapeutics, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental drug called LM-364, given alone or with another cancer drug (tislelizumab), in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors. About 90 adults…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: LaNova Medicines Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers with RAS mutations
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental oral drug called GFH276 combined with either cetuximab or standard chemotherapy in people with advanced solid tumors or pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) that have a RAS mutation. The goal is to see if the combination is safe, tolerable, and…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Genfleet Therapeutics (Shanghai) Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug KIVU-305 takes aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called KIVU-305 in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug is designed to target and attack cancer cells while sparing healthy ones. The main goal is to find a safe dose and see if the…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Kivu Bioscience Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New PARP1 inhibitor targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests an experimental drug called HSK46256, which blocks a protein called PARP1 that helps repair DNA in cancer cells. The study includes adults with advanced solid tumors who have not responded to standard treatments. Researchers aim to find the safest dose and check …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Haisco Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radiation may spare early rectal cancer patients from radical surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis observational study follows about 196 adults with early-stage (pT1) rectal cancer who have high-risk features after local tumor removal. Instead of undergoing radical surgery that often requires a colostomy, participants receive adjuvant radiotherapy or chemoradiotherapy. Th…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Triple therapy aims to wipe out colorectal cancer before surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether giving a combination of an immunotherapy drug (serplulimab), an epigenetic drug (decitabine), and chemotherapy (CAPOX) before surgery can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced colorectal cancer. The study enrolls 35 adults with previou…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Dual-Targeting drug VBC106 takes aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests an experimental drug called VBC106 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. VBC106 is designed to target two proteins (FRα and MSLN) found on some cancer cells, delivering a toxic payload directly to the tumor. The stud…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: VelaVigo Bio Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug duo targets Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether combining two drugs—trastuzumab deruxtecan (T-DXd) and cetuximab—can shrink tumors in people with advanced colorectal cancer that has low levels of the HER2 protein and has worsened after standard treatments. The study enrolls adults with metastati…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody drug takes aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called CT-202 in people with advanced triple-negative breast cancer, colorectal cancer, or bladder cancer that has come back or spread. The drug is a bispecific antibody designed to help the immune system attack cancer cells that have a pro…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Context Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo may boost rectal cancer treatment
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase III trial is testing whether adding two immunotherapy drugs (iparomlimab and tuvonralimab) to standard chemotherapy after short-course radiation can improve outcomes for people with a specific type of locally advanced rectal cancer (pMMR/MSS). Participants receive eith…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could some rectal cancer patients avoid chemo? new trial investigates
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study explores whether patients with margin-clear stage II or III rectal cancer who do not need a permanent colostomy can safely go straight to surgery instead of receiving chemotherapy first. Participants are randomly assigned to either 12 weeks of chemotherapy follow…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mount Sinai Hospital, Canada • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug TAX2 targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in first human trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental drug, TAX2, in adults with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The trial has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, and then testing that dose in more people. Researchers will monitor side effects, h…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Apmonia Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Two-Drug combo aims to wipe out rectal cancer before surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether adding two targeted drugs—tafolecimab and sintilimab—to standard chemoradiation can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced rectal cancer that has not spread. Participants receive short-course radiation followed by chemotherapy plus immun…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to boost response in Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether adding the drug savolitinib to standard chemotherapy plus cetuximab improves tumor shrinkage in people with a specific genetic subtype (RAS/BRAF wild-type) of metastatic colorectal cancer that has not been treated before. Participants are randomly …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets HPV-Driven cancers in phase II trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial tests a combination of two drugs—SYS6026 and Enlonstobart—in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread and are linked to HPV types 16 or 18. The study aims to see if the combination is safe and shows signs of shrinking tumors. Participants must be at …
Sponsor: CSPC Megalith Biopharmaceutical Co.,Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered herpes virus takes aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new treatment called VG2025, a modified herpes simplex virus designed to infect and kill cancer cells while also boosting the immune system. The trial enrolls adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard therapies and who have previousl…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Virogin Biotech Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Drug combo aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat anal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether the combination of pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) and lenvatinib (a targeted therapy) can shrink tumors in people with advanced anal squamous cell cancer that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread to other organs. Participants must have alr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a diabetes drug boost chemo for tough cancers?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial will test whether adding semaglutide (a GLP-1 drug used for diabetes and weight loss) to standard chemotherapy is safe and tolerable for people with metastatic pancreatic, colorectal, or liver cancer. About 30 participants will receive weekly semaglutide in…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Arizona • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Bicycle therapies offer continued hope for advanced tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial provides continued access to three experimental Bicycle therapies—zelenectide pevedotin, nuzefatide pevedotin, and BT7480—for people with advanced solid tumors who are already benefiting from them in another study. Participants continue their same treatment while resea…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: BicycleTx Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to boost surgery success in colon cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether giving two drugs—Zanzalintinib and Retifanlimab—before surgery can help patients with early-stage colon cancer. The study enrolls adults aged 18 to 80 with a type of colon cancer called pMMR that can be removed surgically. Participants receiv…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Northwell Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to outperform standard therapy for advanced colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding the experimental drug SHR-A1811 to standard chemotherapy and bevacizumab works better than standard therapy alone for people with advanced colorectal cancer who have not had prior treatment. About 300 participants will receive either the ne…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Suzhou Suncadia Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo takes on advanced cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial is testing whether two experimental drugs, SCTB41 and SCTB39G, given together every three weeks, are safe and can shrink tumors in adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study will enroll 112 participants acros…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sinocelltech Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for colorectal cancer: experimental drug combo enters phase 2 trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding an experimental drug called tovecimig to standard chemotherapy (FOLFIRI) can shrink tumors or slow cancer growth in people with metastatic colorectal cancer who have already tried one prior treatment. The study will enroll 25 participants a…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Cottonseed compound plus immunotherapy takes on tough colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether combining sintilimab (an immunotherapy) with gossypol acetate (a compound from cottonseed) can shrink tumors in people with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to at least two prior treatments. The study will enroll 32 adults aged 18…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Peking University People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Extended look at gotistobart: could Long-Term use improve survival in advanced cancers?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis extension trial follows patients with advanced solid tumors who are already receiving or have received gotistobart in earlier studies. The goal is to assess long-term safety and overall survival over an extended period. Participants must be 18 or older and have been part of …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: OncoC4, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Experimental interferon boosts hopes for rectal cancer remission
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding a new form of interferon (rSIFN-co) to standard total neoadjuvant therapy (short-course radiation plus chemotherapy) can improve the chance of complete tumor disappearance in people with mid-low locally advanced rectal cancer. About 90 adul…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sichuan Huiyang Life Science and Technology Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New bispecific antibody D3L-002 enters first human trial for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 1 trial tests D3L-002, a new drug that targets two immune checkpoints (TIGIT and PVRIG) to help the immune system fight cancer. It is for 24 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the r…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: D3 Bio (Wuxi) Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New cancer drug LNF2105 enters first human trials
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests LNF2105, a drug designed to target and deliver a toxin to cancer cells that have a protein called Nectin-4 on their surface. It will enroll about 294 adults with advanced solid tumors (such as bladder, breast, or lung cancer) who have run out of stand…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shandong New Time Pharmaceutical Co., LTD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Immunotherapy may let some GI cancer patients skip the knife
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether immunotherapy can shrink certain gastrointestinal cancers (like colorectal or stomach cancer) enough that some patients may not need major surgery. People whose tumors have specific genetic features (MSI-H/dMMR or POLE mutation) and who respond well to…
Sponsor: Peking University Cancer Hospital & Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Experimental injection trains immune cells inside the body to fight cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a new approach to CAR-T therapy where a virus is injected directly into the bloodstream to reprogram a patient's own immune cells to attack cancer. It involves 91 adults with advanced solid tumors who have run out of standard options. The main goal is…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Experimental shot takes aim at stomach cancer spread
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a drug called ACM-CpG, which is injected directly into the abdomen to stimulate the immune system against cancer. It includes 24 adults with colorectal or appendix cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen or caused fluid buildup. The main g…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Brown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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First-in-Class cancer drug targets Hard-to-Treat tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental oral drug called VMD-102 in people with advanced solid tumors, including liver, lung, kidney, skin (uveal melanoma), and colorectal cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug works by blocking a specific protein (PKC epsilon)…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: VM Discovery, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer: targeted drug combo enters human trials
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug called TQB2930, which targets the HER2 protein on cancer cells, combined with standard chemotherapy and possibly another drug (bevacizumab). The goal is to find the safest and most effective dose and see if it shrinks tumors in people with advanced col…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group Nanjing Shunxin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for tough colorectal cancers? early trial combines three drugs
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called nelmastobart, combined with two existing cancer drugs (TAS-102 and bevacizumab), in 45 Chinese patients with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The main goal is to check safety and how the body …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: STCube, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to shrink rectal tumors and save organs
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding two immunotherapy drugs to radiation therapy can better shrink advanced rectal cancer than standard chemoradiation. About 342 adults with a specific type of rectal cancer will be randomly assigned to one of three treatment groups. The goal is to se…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Beijing Friendship Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Triple therapy aims to wipe out rectal cancer before surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial tests a new approach for high-risk locally advanced rectal cancer. Participants first receive short-course radiotherapy, followed by a combination of chemotherapy (NALIRIFOX) and immunotherapy (Pucotenlimab) for about 6 months. The goal is to see if this regim…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Wang Xin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial is testing two experimental drugs, OVV-01 and AK112, in 30 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. OVV-01 is given both into a vein and directly into the tumor, while AK112 is given into a vein. The main goals are t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New antibody combo takes on tough colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called EMB-01, a bispecific antibody that targets two cancer-related proteins, combined with standard chemotherapy. About 120 adults with advanced colorectal cancer that cannot be surgically removed will receive the combination. The main go…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai EpimAb Biotherapeutics Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug targets tough cancers with KRas G12V mutation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests an experimental drug called CLSP-5282 in up to 140 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung, pancreatic, or colorectal cancer) that have a specific genetic change called KRas G12V. The drug is given by IV infusion. The main goals are to check safe…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Clasp Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New cocktail aims to make inoperable liver metastases removable
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding an experimental immunotherapy drug (QL1706) to standard chemotherapy and radiation can shrink liver tumors from colon cancer enough to allow surgery. About 30 adults with colon cancer that has spread only to the liver will receive the combination b…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fujian Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New combo without chemotherapy aims to shrink rectal tumors before surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis small study tests a new approach for people with stage II/III rectal cancer that has not spread. Instead of chemotherapy, patients receive targeted internal radiation followed by two doses of the immunotherapy drug nivolumab before surgery. The goal is to see if this combina…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Dr. Te Vuong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Could some GI cancer patients avoid major surgery? new study explores organ preservation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether people with certain genetic types of gastrointestinal cancers (stomach, colorectal, or anal) can safely avoid major surgery after immunotherapy. Instead of removing the organ, doctors will monitor closely or do smaller procedures to remove any remainin…
Sponsor: Peking University Cancer Hospital & Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New Antibody-Drug conjugate enters early human trials for advanced cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 1 trial tests MST-168, an antibody-drug conjugate designed to target and kill cancer cells. It will enroll 420 adults with advanced solid tumors that have specific markers. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see early signs of tumor shrinkage.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Mabsoft Therapeutics (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could a pill help the liver regrow and make more cancer surgeries possible?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a drug called HRX215 in 80 adults with colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver. Before surgery to remove liver tumors, patients often get a procedure (PVE) that blocks blood flow to the tumor area to encourage the healthy part of the liver to grow. HRX215 …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to fight metastatic colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a combination of three drugs—TAS-102, bevacizumab, and serplulimab—in 20 people with metastatic colorectal cancer who have already had surgery to remove tumors. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can delay cancer progression. Participan…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New injection YKYY031 enters human testing for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called YKYY031 in 76 people with advanced solid tumors (like colorectal or pancreatic cancer) that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and get a first look at whether the …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Beijing Youcare Kechuang Pharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New drug targets hard-to-treat cancers in early trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a drug called Trastuzumab Rezetecan in 15 adults with advanced solid tumors that have the HER2 protein. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors. Participants get the drug by IV every 3 weeks. This is for people whose cancer has worsened after other treat…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Haihua Yuan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Promising new combo targets tough head and neck cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of two drugs—becotatug vedotin (a targeted therapy) and pucotenlimab (an immunotherapy)—as a first treatment for advanced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. It is for patients whose cancer has returned or spread and who cannot tolerate p…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cancer Hospital Chinese Academy of Medical Science, Shenzhen Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New antibody drug aims to outsmart tumors by targeting two immune pathways
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug called FG-B901, a bispecific antibody that targets two immune proteins (PD-L1 and CD40) to activate the immune system against tumors while reducing side effects. It is given alone or with chemotherapy to 264 adults with advanced solid tumors that have …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: FutureGen Biopharmaceutical (Beijing) Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New chemo cocktail aims to slow advanced colon cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new chemotherapy regimen called FOLFOX8 against the standard mFOLFOX6, both combined with targeted drugs (bevacizumab or cetuximab), as a first treatment for people with metastatic colorectal cancer that cannot be surgically removed. About 229 participants will…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New pill targets hard-to-treat cancers with KRAS G12D mutation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests a new tablet, LT-010391, in people with advanced solid tumors (lung, colon, or pancreatic cancer) that have a specific genetic change called KRAS G12D. The main goals are to check safety and find the right dose. About 198 participants who have tried o…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Leadingtac Pharmaceutical (Shaoxing) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Oxygen-Boosting injection may help rectal cancer patients avoid surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether injecting a special solution (KRC-01) into rectal tumors before radiation can make the radiation work better. The solution increases oxygen inside the tumor, which helps radiation kill cancer cells. About 24 adults with advanced rectal cancer that hasn't …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Triple threat: immunotherapy, chemo, and radiation take on rectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether adding an immunotherapy drug (adebrelimab) to a chemotherapy combo (NALIRIFOX) and radiation can improve outcomes for people with a certain type of locally advanced rectal cancer (pMMR/MSS). About 84 participants will be randomly assigned to …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail hopes to tackle advanced colon cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug called HDM2017 combined with standard treatment (fruquintinib) in 120 people with advanced colorectal cancer that has spread. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combination can shrink tumors. Participants must have tried other treatment…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hangzhou Zhongmei Huadong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New combo therapy targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug (SYS6006) combined with another drug (Enlonstobart) in people with advanced solid tumors that cannot be removed by surgery or have spread. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and works better than Enlonstobart alone. About 264 adults will tak…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: CSPC Megalith Biopharmaceutical Co.,Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New cancer drug QLC5508 enters first human safety tests
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called QLC5508 in 48 adults with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to treatment. The main goals are to check if the drug affects heart rhythm, compare two versions of the drug, and see how it interacts with other medicines.…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Qilu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Immune cell therapy takes on advanced cancers in early trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study tests a new treatment called CAR-DC for people with advanced solid tumors (like lung, liver, or stomach cancer) that have not responded to standard care. The therapy uses a patient's own immune cells, modified in a lab to recognize and attack cancer cells. …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Peking University Shenzhen Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New cocktail attack on stubborn colon cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing a combination of two targeted drugs (fruquintinib and serplulimab) plus chemotherapy as a first treatment for 80 people with advanced colorectal cancer that has RAS or BRAF mutations. The goal is to see if this mix can delay cancer growth and improve…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jiangsu Cancer Institute & Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New cancer drug Hemay5087 enters first human tests
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called Hemay5087 in 24 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments or have no standard options. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and get a first look at whether the drug can shrin…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Ganzhou Hemay Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Cancer patients to continue promising treatments in major extension trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis long-term extension study offers continued access to several cancer drugs—including cabozantinib, atezolizumab, and nivolumab—for up to 5,000 patients who benefited from them in earlier Exelixis-sponsored trials. The study focuses on monitoring safety and ongoing clinical be…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Exelixis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New cancer drug HH160 enters first human tests for advanced tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called HH160 in about 56 adults with advanced solid tumors (cancers that have spread). The main goals are to check safety, find the best dose, and see if the drug shrinks tumors. Participants will receive HH160 alone or with other cancer tr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Huahui Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New injection targets cancer fluid in lungs and belly
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called WSK-IM02 in 9 people with advanced solid tumors that have spread to cause fluid buildup around the lungs or in the belly. The drug is given directly into the chest or abdomen to see if it is safe and can shrink tumors or reduce fluid…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: WestVac Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New combo drug trial hopes to shrink Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a combination of two drugs, CVL006 and 9MW2821, in 108 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard therapy. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if the combination can shrink tumors. The study is not yet recruiting.
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Convalife (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug CS231295 enters first human trial for tough cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called CS231295 in 42 adults with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug works by blocking certain proteins that help tumors grow and form blood vessels. The main goals are to check safety, find …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: ThalassaX Therapeutics United States Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New mRNA therapy takes on colorectal cancer in the liver
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial is testing a new mRNA-based drug called YMN-A02 in 10 people with advanced colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver and has not responded to standard treatments. The drug is designed to help the immune system attack the cancer by producing a CTLA-4 an…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New combo aims to shrink tough colon cancers before surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial tests whether a stronger chemotherapy cocktail (cmFOLFOXIRI) plus an immunotherapy drug (PD-1 inhibitor) works better than standard chemotherapy (mFOLFOX6) when given before surgery for locally advanced colon cancer. About 138 patients with high-risk stage II …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New liposome drug takes aim at Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called HF50 in 45 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. HF50 is designed to target HER2 on cancer cells and boost the immune system. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and se…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: HighField Biopharmaceuticals Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets cancers missing key gene
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug combination for people with metastatic solid tumors that lack a gene called MTAP. The drugs, BMS-986504 and pemetrexed, aim to stop cancer cells from growing. The trial will check safety and how well the combo works in 72 participants.
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Nutritional boost before colorectal surgery may cut complications
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving patients special nutritional drinks and a tailored diet before and after colorectal cancer surgery can lower the risk of complications like infections and improve recovery. About 190 adults with colorectal cancer who are scheduled for minimally inv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istituto Clinico Humanitas • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New drug combo aims to match standard care in colorectal cancer battle
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 study tests whether a new drug called Enlituo, combined with chemotherapy (FOLFOX), works as well as the standard treatment Erbitux plus FOLFOX for people with advanced colorectal cancer that has specific genetic traits (RAS/BRAF wild-type and MSS/pMMR). About 608 ad…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Taizhou Mabtech Pharmaceutical Co.,Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New drug IN10028 tested for advanced cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called IN10028 in 75 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the best dose, and see if the drug shrinks tumors when used alone or with other cancer drugs. Th…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: InxMed (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New cell therapy targets hard-to-treat cancers with KRAS mutation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests a new treatment called DCTY1102 for people with advanced cancers (like pancreatic, colorectal, or lung cancer) that have a specific genetic change (KRAS/NRAS G12D mutation) and a certain immune type (HLA-A*11:01). The treatment uses the patient's own …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Beijing DCTY Biotech Co.,Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to shrink rectal tumors before Surgery—Could spare some patients the knife
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests a short course of radiation followed by a mix of chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy in 60 people with locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal is to see if this approach can make the tumor disappear completely before surgery, possibly allow…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chinese PLA General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New hope for tough colorectal cancer: Triple-Drug combo enters human trials
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a combination of three drugs—S-531011, fruquintinib, and pembrolizumab—in people with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The cancer type is called MSS or pMMR, which typically does not respond well to immunotherapy alone. Th…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Center Hospital East • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New drug combo aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests two experimental drugs (SCTB41 and SCTB39-1) given together, sometimes with standard cancer therapy, in adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to prior treatments. The goal is to find safe doses and see if the combination can shrink tumors or s…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sinocelltech Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New drug 'Unmasks' cancer cells to immune system in early trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug (non-cationic peptide-CD47 siRNA) in about 9 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. The drug works by blocking a 'don't eat me' signal on cancer cells, helping the immune system recognize and attack t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New Dual-Targeting antibody enters human trials for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called JH021 in 60 people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. JH021 is a special antibody that targets two cancer-related proteins, EGFR and cMET, to potentially slow or stop tumor growth. The mai…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Biotech Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New drug combo aims to shrink tumors in advanced colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a new form of chemotherapy (liposomal irinotecan) combined with other drugs works better than standard irinotecan for people with metastatic colorectal cancer that has progressed after first-line treatment. About 408 adults aged 18 to 75 will be randomly …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Hebei Medical University Fourth Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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MRNA cancer shot shows promise in early trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a new mRNA-based immunotherapy called PMC2129G12 in 60 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The therapy is injected directly into tumors to help the body's immune T cells attack cancer cells. The main goals…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: IntraAb, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New personalized vaccine takes on tough cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a personalized cancer vaccine called ODI-2001 in 77 people with advanced colon or pancreatic cancer that has spread or cannot be removed. The vaccine is custom-made for each patient's tumor and is given along with a drug that boosts the immune system.…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Centre Georges Francois Leclerc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New drug SKB118 aims to shrink Hard-to-Treat tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug called SKB118 in 332 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is given by IV every three weeks. The trial will first find the safest dose, then check if it can shrink tumors. It is currently not recruit…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sichuan Kelun-Biotech Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New radioactive therapy targets Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called SNA028 in 20 people with advanced colorectal cancer that has a specific marker (GPA33). The drug uses a two-step process to deliver radiation directly to cancer cells. The main goals are to check if it is safe and how the body handle…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: SmartNuclide Biopharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Could early antibiotic stop be safe for kids with cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial looks at whether children with cancer who develop a fever and low white blood cells can safely stop antibiotics earlier than usual. About 136 children will be randomly assigned to either stop antibiotics within 24 hours or continue standard treatment. The goal is to se…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New immunotherapy combo aims to wipe out hidden colorectal cancer cells
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether two immunotherapy drugs, botensilimab and balstilimab, can clear tiny amounts of cancer DNA from the blood of people with stage II or III colorectal cancer who have completed standard treatment. The study enrolls 20 adults whose blood still shows …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New drug SYS6051 enters first human tests for advanced cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called SYS6051 in 114 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The study aims to find a safe dose and check for early signs of tumor shrinkage. Participants receive the drug by IV every three weeks.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: CSPC Megalith Biopharmaceutical Co.,Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New adaptive radiation boosts rectal cancer response rates
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a personalized radiation approach for locally advanced rectal cancer. By adjusting the radiation dose halfway through treatment based on a special MRI scan, doctors hope to increase the number of patients whose tumors completely disappear before surgery. The tria…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New mRNA shot targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early human test
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study tests a new mRNA medicine (NCP-IL-22BP mRNA) in 9 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The medicine is injected directly into tumors to help the body fight cancer. The main goal is to check safety and find the ri…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Could a common amino acid help fight colorectal cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking histidine, an amino acid supplement, can safely boost the immune system's ability to fight colorectal cancer. Twenty participants will take 2 grams of histidine daily for 9 weeks alongside their standard cancer treatment. Researchers will measure c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jing-yuan Fang, MD, Ph. D • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New cream could fight HPV lesions in HIV patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a topical ointment called ACU-D1 for HPV-related vulvar and perianal lesions in people with HIV. Nine participants will apply the cream twice daily for 4 weeks. The main goal is to find the safest dose and see if the treatment can boost immune markers…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New trial aims to save rectums in early cancer patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether adding a short course of chemotherapy after standard chemoradiation can improve outcomes for people with stage I rectal cancer, allowing them to keep their rectum instead of needing major surgery. About 292 participants will be randomly assigned to rec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancer: AK150 drug trial launches
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a new drug called AK150 in about 96 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers will also look for signs that the drug shrinks tumors.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Akeso • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New antibody drug aims to turn immune cells against cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called NPX372 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is designed to help the body's immune cells recognize and attack cancer cells. The main goals are to check the drug's safety and fin…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: NextPoint Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New chemo combo aims to stop liver cancer return after surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving chemotherapy directly into the liver along with standard chemo pills and IV drugs can help prevent colorectal cancer from coming back after surgery to remove tumors from the liver. About 28 adults who have had successful surgery and show no remaini…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New combo therapy targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study tests a new drug combination (L19IL2 plus ruxolitinib) in people with advanced kidney, pancreatic, or colorectal cancers that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals are to find a safe dose and check for side effects. About 96 partici…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Philogen S.p.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New Shot-in-the-Skin cancer drug tested in Real-World patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at envafolimab, a cancer drug given as a quick shot under the skin instead of a long IV drip. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors who have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see how well it controls tumors and what side effects occur in …
Sponsor: IR INNOVATE RESEARCH PRIVATE LIMITED • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New combo radiation therapy aims to spare elderly rectal cancer patients from surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a combination of two types of radiation therapy for elderly or frail patients with rectal cancer who cannot or will not have surgery. The goal is to shrink or control the tumor while maintaining quality of life. Researchers will follow 80 participants for up to t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital of Cologne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New drug FXB0871 takes on advanced cancers in first human trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests an experimental drug called FXB0871 in about 138 adults with advanced solid tumors, including non-small cell lung cancer and liver cancer, that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The study has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, and se…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Fosun Pharmaceutical Industrial Development Co. Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New biosimilar aims to offer cheaper option for colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 1 trial tests a new drug called HLX05-N, which is a biosimilar (a copy) of the cancer drug Erbitux, in 387 people with metastatic colorectal cancer. Participants will receive either HLX05-N or Erbitux (from the US or EU) along with standard chemotherapy. The study aims…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Henlius Biotech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to spare organs in High-Risk rectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial tests whether short-course radiation followed by chemotherapy and an immunotherapy drug (serplulimab) works better than standard long-course chemoradiation for high-risk locally advanced rectal cancer. 612 patients will be randomly assigned to one of the two tr…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a heart drug boost colon cancer treatment?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests if adding a common heart medication (propranolol) to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy before surgery can improve outcomes for people with a certain type of colon cancer. About 45 adults with stage II or III colon cancer that is mismatch repair proficient (…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Pharmacist check-ins may cut medication errors in cancer outpatients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a pharmacist-led program — including medication review, counseling, and follow-up — can help adult cancer outpatients take their medications correctly and avoid errors. One hundred participants will be split into two groups: one receives standard care plu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Badr University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New pill targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in early human trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study tests an experimental oral drug called KQB368 in 48 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colorectal, or uterine cancer) that have a specific KRAS mutation (G12C or G12S). The main goals are to find a safe dose and see if the drug can shrink tumors.…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Kumquat Biosciences Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New cocktail of drugs and viruses aims to shrink rectal tumors without surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests a mix of immunotherapy, a cancer-killing virus, short-course radiation, and chemotherapy in 20 people with locally advanced low rectal cancer. The goal is to see if this combination can make the tumor disappear completely for at least a year, potentially …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chongqing University Cancer Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can a simple enema prevent radiation damage during rectal cancer treatment?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether a daily dexamethasone enema can prevent or reduce acute rectal injury in 40 rectal cancer patients undergoing pelvic radiotherapy. One group starts the enema early (day 10 of radiation), while the other starts only after injury occurs. The goal is…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Blood filter aims to suck cancer cells out of patients with advanced tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a device called ONCObind that filters cancer cells from the blood of people with advanced pancreatic or colorectal cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. About 120 adults will receive the filtering procedure multiple times to see if it is safe and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: ExThera Medical Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Radiation plus drug cocktail targets tough colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding targeted radiation (SBRT) and an immunotherapy drug (sintilimab) to standard chemotherapy (TAS-102) and bevacizumab can help people with recurrent metastatic colorectal cancer live longer without their cancer growing. The study will enroll …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Snake venom protein tested as cancer treatment in humans
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests crotoxin, a protein from rattlesnake venom, given intravenously to 24 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard therapy. The main goal is to see if a slow dose increase can make the drug safer and better tolerated. Research…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Celtic Biotech Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New hope for stroke patients with cancer: antioxidant drug trial launches
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a drug called edaravone dexborneol can help people who have a stroke while also having active cancer. The drug is given by IV twice a day for 10-14 days. Researchers will check if it improves recovery and is safe. About 144 adults aged 18-80 will take par…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to boost remission in tough rectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests a new approach for high-risk locally advanced rectal cancer. It combines a shorter course of radiation with chemotherapy (capecitabine and oxaliplatin) and an immunotherapy drug (serplulimab). The study will compare this combo to standard chemoradiation i…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancer: ALK-N001 enters human trials
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug called ALK-N001 in 190 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The drug is given by IV every 2 or 3 weeks. Researchers will check if it shrinks tumors, how safe it is, and how the body processes it. The goal is…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Zhejiang Anglikang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New Pre-Surgery combo aims to shrink rectal tumors and save the rectum
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new treatment plan for adults with locally advanced rectal cancer that hasn't spread. Participants get a week of radiation, then 8 cycles of three drugs (chemotherapy and immunotherapy) before surgery. The goal is to shrink the tumor enough to cure the cancer o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New cancer drug targets HER3 in advanced tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug called KHN922 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. KHN922 is an antibody-drug conjugate designed to target HER3 proteins on cancer cells and deliver two anti-cancer drugs directly to them. The trial will …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chengdu Kanghong Biotech Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New hope for advanced colon cancer patients who've run out of options
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early study tests a new drug, SHR-3821, combined with fruquintinib in 12 people with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to at least two standard treatments. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can shrink tumors or slow the disease. This is not a …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Meng Qiu • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Shorter radiation with Real-Time adjustments could reduce side effects
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether daily adaptive radiotherapy (ART) can safely deliver shorter, more intense radiation treatments for prostate, endometrial, cervical, and rectal cancers. About 264 participants will be randomly assigned to standard radiation or ART, which uses daily imagin…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New hope for tough colon cancer: fruquintinib trial launches in south korea
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a drug called fruquintinib in 88 adults with advanced colon cancer that has not responded to standard chemotherapies. The goal is to see if adding supportive care to manage side effects can help patients live longer without their cancer growing. Participants will…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Korea University Anam Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat anal and rectal cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a drug called sacituzumab tirumotecan in 20 people with advanced anal or rectal cancer that has spread or cannot be removed and has not responded to other treatments. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors and how safe it is. Participants will receive t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to shrink liver tumors for surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial tests a chemotherapy regimen called FULIRI, combined with either bevacizumab or cetuximab, as a first treatment for colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver. The goal is to shrink the liver tumors enough so they can be surgically removed. The study will …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Zhongnan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New combo aims to shrink rectal tumors before surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a short course of radiation followed by three drugs (disitamab vedotin, sintilimab, and capecitabine) can completely eliminate tumors in people with advanced HER2-positive rectal cancer. About 29 adults aged 18-75 will receive the treatment before surgery…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Poop pills join the fight against advanced colon cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) – transferring gut bacteria from a healthy donor – to standard chemotherapy can shrink tumors in people with advanced colorectal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. About 220 adults will be randomly assi…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Shanghai 10th People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Personalized Pre-Surgery cocktails aim to wipe out colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests different drug combinations given before surgery for locally advanced colorectal cancer. The 134 participants are grouped by their tumor's genetic markers, and each group receives a tailored treatment. The main goal is to see how often the cancer completely disap…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New taxane drug RP-001 enters human trials for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial is testing a new chemotherapy drug called RP-001 in 66 adults with advanced solid tumors, including colorectal and pancreatic cancers. The main goals are to check safety, find the best dose, and see if the drug can shrink tumors. It is an open-label study, …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Recurv Pharma Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New hope for hard-to-treat colon cancer: combo attack with immunotherapy and radiation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 study tests whether adding an immunotherapy drug (iparomlimab and tuvonralimab) and targeted radiation to a standard targeted therapy (fruquintinib) can help people with metastatic colorectal cancer that has spread to a few spots. The trial will enroll 60 adults who …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New combo therapy targets hard-to-treat solid tumors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug, JCXH-211, injected directly into tumors along with an anti-PD-1 antibody given through an IV. It is for people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and tolerable …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Immorna Biotherapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New hope for advanced colon cancer? drug combo enters phase 2 trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new two-drug combination for people with a certain type of advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to prior treatments. About 31 adults will receive the drugs to see if tumors shrink and how long that lasts. The goal is to find a better option for lat…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Experimental cell therapy takes on advanced cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a new cell therapy called GK01 in 15 people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. GK01 uses a patient's own immune cells, trained to attack their cancer. The main goal is to find a safe dose and check for side effe…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Beijing Geekgene Technology Co., LTD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Poop pills plus chemo: new hope for stubborn colon cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests whether transplanting gut bacteria from young donors (via capsules or a tube) can help immunotherapy work better in people with a type of advanced colorectal cancer that usually doesn't respond to immunotherapy. Ten patients who have already tried sta…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New cancer drug SIG001 enters first human tests
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a new biologic drug, SIG001, in 66 people with advanced solid tumors. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see how the drug behaves in the body. Participants receive SIG001 intravenously every two weeks and are monitored for si…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Peking University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Breakthrough study aims to spare rectal cancer patients from surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a targeted chemoradiotherapy can completely eliminate early-stage rectal cancer, allowing patients to avoid surgery and keep their rectum. 90 adults with small, localized tumors will either receive standard surgery or the new treatment followed by close m…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Vastra Gotaland Region • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat colorectal cancer: targeted drug TQB2102 enters phase 3 trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial tests a new drug called TQB2102, which delivers chemotherapy directly to HER2-positive cancer cells, in people with advanced colorectal cancer that has stopped responding to standard treatments. About 142 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group Nanjing Shunxin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Simple vitamins may shield kidneys from chemo damage, new study suggests
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking vitamin C and coenzyme Q10 can prevent kidney damage in cancer patients receiving cisplatin chemotherapy. About 75 adults with various cancers who have not had chemo before will take these supplements alongside their treatment. The goal is to see i…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ain Shams University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New drug JSKN016HC enters first human tests for advanced cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called JSKN016HC in about 42 adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the right dose, and see if it can shrink tumors. Participants must be in fairly …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jiangsu Alphamab Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New hope for advanced colon cancer: experimental combo enters phase 2 trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug called AMT-676 combined with standard chemotherapy and targeted therapy for people with advanced colorectal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and helps shrink tumors or slow the disease. About 180 a…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Multitude Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Triple chemo may help rectal cancer patients avoid surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether a three-drug chemotherapy combination (FOLFOXIRI) works better than the standard two-drug combination (CAPOX/FOLFOX) for people with high-risk locally advanced rectal cancer. Both groups also receive chemoradiation, and then either surgery or a wa…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: J. W. A. Burger • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Shorter radiation combo may boost rectal cancer remission
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two treatments for locally advanced rectal cancer: a shorter course of radiation plus chemotherapy (CAPOX) and immunotherapy (tislelizumab) versus a longer course of chemoradiation plus the same immunotherapy. The goal is to see which approach leads to a highe…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Fujian Cancer Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to fight advanced colorectal cancer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial tests whether a special radiotherapy regimen followed by targeted therapy and immunotherapy can shrink tumors in people with advanced colorectal cancer that has not responded to prior treatments. About 33 participants will receive the treatment and be monitore…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Daping Hospital and the Research Institute of Surgery of the Third Military Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New drug QLS5308 enters human testing for advanced cancers
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study tests a new drug called QLS5308 in about 192 adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread and cannot be removed by surgery or radiation. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and see if it can shrink tumors. Participants m…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Qilu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Triple therapy aims to turn inoperable bowel cancer into surgical candidates
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether combining chemotherapy (FOLFOX), a targeted drug (fruquintinib), and an immunotherapy (serplulimab) can shrink advanced colorectal cancer enough to allow surgery. About 42 adults with a specific genetic type (pMMR/MSS) who have not had prior treatment wil…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Ye Xu • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New radioactive antibody could light up Hard-to-Treat cancers
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis early study tests a new radioactive antibody called NTH-2403 in 16 people with advanced colorectal, head and neck, lung, or triple-negative breast cancers. The antibody targets a protein found on cancer cells and their supporting cells, allowing doctors to see tumors on scan…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Radiopharm Theranostics, Ltd • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood biomarkers could replace invasive biopsies for colorectal cancer monitoring
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether tiny particles shed by tumors into the blood, called extracellular vesicles, can serve as a non-invasive biomarker for metastatic colorectal cancer. Researchers will analyze blood samples from 290 patients at different treatment stages to see if th…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Liquid biopsies may let lynch syndrome patients skip half their colonoscopies
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether annual liquid biopsies (from blood, urine, stool, and vaginal swabs) can safely replace colonoscopies every 18 months for people with Lynch syndrome. 2,000 participants will be split into two groups: one gets standard care (colonoscopy every 18 months), t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple breath test might spot multiple cancers before symptoms appear
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis trial is testing whether a breath analysis device can detect unique chemical patterns—called volatile organic compounds—that may signal the presence of cancer. Researchers will collect breath samples from 1,000 people with various cancers and 1,000 healthy volunteers, then u…
Sponsor: University of Oklahoma • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a beetroot drink spot dangerous surgical leaks before they turn deadly?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis trial explores whether betacyanin, a pigment found in beetroot, can help doctors detect anastomotic leakage — a serious complication where intestinal contents leak after rectal cancer surgery — earlier than current methods. About 120 people undergoing laparoscopic rectal can…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Southwest Hospital, China • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new imaging tracer outperform standard scans in finding hidden tumors?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a new imaging agent called INR 202, used with a PET/CT scan, can detect more tumors than the standard FDG-PET/CT in people with advanced solid tumors. Thirty adults with advanced cancer will receive both scans to compare how many lesions each method finds…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Breath of life: new test could sniff out gut cancers before they spread
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a simple breath test to help detect gastrointestinal cancers—including cancers of the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver, and bowel—at an earlier stage. The test measures tiny molecules in exhaled breath that may be linked to these cancers. Participants pro…
Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Dye-Free laser imaging could replace standard dye in colorectal surgery
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study compares two imaging methods for checking blood flow to the bowel during colorectal surgery: the standard technique using a dye called indocyanine green (ICG) and a newer dye-free method called Laser Speckle Contrast Imaging (LSCI). About 30 adults having elective colo…
Sponsor: Leiden University Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New imaging agent aims to sharpen cancer detection
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study tests a new radioactive imaging probe that targets a protein called FAP, found on many solid tumors. The probe is used with PET or SPECT scans to see if it can better locate tumors and determine if they have spread, compared to standard FDG-PET imaging. The…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New PET tracer could sharpen cancer detection
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis early-phase study tests a new radioactive tracer called [68Ga]Ga-FFD for PET imaging in healthy volunteers and people with solid tumors. The goal is to see if it is safe, where it goes in the body, and how well it spots tumors compared to standard imaging. Researchers will a…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New imaging agent aims to light up hidden tumors
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study will test a new radioactive tracer called [89Zr]DFO-YS5 in 40 people with nerve sheath tumors, bladder cancer, or other advanced solid tumors. The tracer is designed to bind to cancer cells and show up on PET scans, potentially making tumors easier to see. …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Robert Flavell, MD, PhD • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New Dual-Targeted PET scan aims to spot cancers more clearly
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new radioactive tracer called 68Ga-FAPI-PSMA for PET/CT scans to see if it can find and stage solid tumors (like prostate, liver, and ovarian cancers) better than current tracers. About 20 adults with suspected or confirmed tumors will receive the tracer and ha…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peking University Cancer Hospital & Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Sniffing out cancer: new breath test could spot colon cancer before it spreads
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new, non-invasive method to detect colorectal cancer and precancerous growths by analyzing odors from breath and intestinal gas. About 453 participants—including people with colorectal cancer, precancerous lesions, and healthy volunteers—will provide samples an…
Sponsor: Beijing University of Chinese Medicine • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New 'Smart' PET scan could spot hidden cancers
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new radioactive tracer called 68Ga-MY for PET scans. It targets a protein (5T4) found on many cancer cells but rarely on healthy cells. About 20 people with lung or breast cancer will get both a standard FDG scan and a 68Ga-MY scan. Researchers will compare the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peking University Cancer Hospital & Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New study aims to boost colon cancer detection in native communities
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study focuses on American Indian communities, who face high colorectal cancer death rates. Researchers will test a program where a navigator helps clinics and patients schedule diagnostic colonoscopies within 60 days after a positive screening. The goal is to improve early d…
Sponsor: University of Oklahoma • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New scan may better spot hidden cancer in lymph nodes
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will compare two different PET/MRI scans to see which one is better at finding lymph node metastases in people with middle to high rectal cancer. Thirty participants will receive both types of scans before surgery. The goal is to see if the newer tracer, [68Ga]Ga-CTR-F…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peking University Cancer Hospital & Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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3D maps could sharpen colon cancer surgery
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 3D computer model, made from a standard CT scan, helps surgeons better plan operations for locally advanced colon cancer. About 168 adults with stage cT3 or cT4 colon cancer will be randomly assigned to have surgery planned with or without the 3D model.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fundació d'investigació Sanitària de les Illes Balears • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New PET tracer could reveal hidden cancer clues without a biopsy
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new radioactive tracer called 68Ga-DOTA-BLP for PET scans to see PD-L1 levels in tumors. PD-L1 helps cancer hide from the immune system, and knowing its levels can guide immunotherapy. The study will include 50 adults with confirmed cancer and suspicious spots …
Sponsor: Daping Hospital and the Research Institute of Surgery of the Third Military Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can a new drug shield nerves from Chemotherapy's side effects?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing an experimental drug called SIR2501 in adults with solid tumors who are about to receive paclitaxel-based chemotherapy. The goal is to see if SIR2501 is safe, tolerable, and might reduce the development of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy—a…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sironax USA, Inc. • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Psilocybin trial aims to shield cancer patients from chemo nerve pain
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis Phase 2 trial tests whether psilocybin, a psychedelic compound, can prevent or lessen chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage) in people with breast, colorectal, or head and neck cancer. About 83 participants will receive either psilocybin, a low-dose placeb…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ear acupressure: a new weapon against chemotherapy side effects?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether adding auricular acupressure—using small seed patches on specific ear points—to standard antiemetic medication can better prevent nausea and vomiting in people receiving highly emetogenic chemotherapy. About 332 patients with solid tumors will be randomly…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: China Medical University, China • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a common supplement stop colon polyps? new trial aims to find out
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests whether a daily supplement called SAMe can help prevent colorectal polyps (precursors to colon cancer) in 18 adults who have already had surgery for early-stage colon cancer. Participants will take SAMe for up to a year while researchers monitor for s…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jun Gong, MD • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New screening strategy aims to catch colorectal cancer early in younger veterans
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a multilevel screening program can increase colorectal cancer screening rates among Veterans aged 45-49, an age group now recommended for screening due to rising early-onset cases. Participants are randomly assigned to receive a patient education letter a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Corner pharmacy could be key to catching colon cancer early
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a one-day health awareness campaign in community pharmacies can encourage more Malaysian adults aged 50 to 75 to get screened for colorectal cancer. Participants receive educational materials and one-on-one guidance about the disease and a simple home scr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Monash University Malaysia • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New trial aims to slash deadly bloodstream infections from hospital tubes
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study will test different methods to prevent infections and other problems from central lines (tubes placed in large veins) in 2,500 patients. It compares special antimicrobial caps and a skin anchor device against standard care. The goal is to find the best ways to keep pat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Queensland • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Personalized navigation may boost cancer screening in high-risk communities
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving people a personalized report about their cancer risk and screening options helps them complete recommended cancer tests. Adults aged 45 to 74 who are at high risk for lung, breast, colorectal, upper gastrointestinal, or liver cancer are invited to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hunan Cancer Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Exercise may shield cancer Patients' hearts from chemo damage
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a 12-week program of supervised aerobic and strength exercises can prevent heart problems in 60 adults undergoing chemotherapy for cancer. Participants will be split into an exercise group and a usual-care group. Researchers will measure heart functio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Federal University of Maranhao • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Acupuncture needles aim to stop Chemo's nerve pain
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether electroacupuncture (using mild electric pulses on needles) plus tiny thumbtack needles can prevent nerve damage caused by chemotherapy in people with early-stage cancer. About 278 patients with breast, stomach, bowel, lung, or ovarian cancer will receive …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Affiliated Hospital of Qinghai University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Acupuncture with a jolt: could needles shield nerves from chemo?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether electroacupuncture (acupuncture with mild electrical pulses) combined with tiny thumbtack needles can prevent peripheral neuropathy—numbness, tingling, or pain—caused by chemotherapy in people with advanced cancer. The trial enrolls adults with stage IV b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Affiliated Hospital of Qinghai University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Personalized vaccine aims to stop lynch syndrome cancers before they start
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis phase III trial tests whether a vaccine made from a person's own immune cells can prevent cancer in 372 adults with Lynch syndrome, a genetic condition that raises cancer risk. Participants receive either the vaccine or a placebo and are monitored for tumor development. The …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Radboud University Medical Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Hope for cancer patients: simple drug combo may prevent Chemo-Induced nerve pain
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether two existing drugs—memantine (used for Alzheimer's) and rosuvastatin (a cholesterol-lowering statin)—can prevent nerve damage caused by the chemotherapy drug oxaliplatin in people with colorectal cancer. About 46 adults will receive these drugs alongside …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New gel aims to stop chemo side effect that makes hands hurt
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests a gel called TAR-0520 to see if it can prevent hand-foot syndrome, a painful skin reaction caused by the chemotherapy drug capecitabine. About 25 people with breast or colorectal cancer will apply the gel to their hands twice daily for 12 weeks. Their feet will n…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tarian Pharma • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can everyday moisturizers soothe cancer Therapy's skin toll?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether cosmeceutical moisturizers can ease skin dryness in people with cancer who experience skin side effects from treatments like chemotherapy or immunotherapy. Participants apply the moisturizers daily for 2-4 weeks and report changes in dryness severity. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 04:00 UTC
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A lifeline for cancer caregivers: can simple phone support reduce their stress?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot trial tests a program called FamilyStrong, designed to help family caregivers of people with advanced cancer manage their own distress. Caregivers receive monthly phone calls from a trained lay navigator who screens for stress, identifies their biggest concerns, and of…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Free money for cancer patients: $1,000 monthly cash cards tested in new study
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will give 20 early-stage cancer patients a preloaded cash card with $1,000 each month. The goal is to see if this simple cash support can prevent financial hardship, like debt or missed rent, and improve treatment outcomes. Researchers will measure how many peopl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a stronger radiation dose ease bulky tumors better?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares standard palliative radiotherapy (24 Gray in 3 sessions) with a higher dose (27 Gray in 3 sessions) for people with large metastatic tumors. The goal is to see if the higher dose improves tumor control without more side effects. About 20 adults with solid tumo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: British Columbia Cancer Agency • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Magic mushroom compound tested for cancer pain relief
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial tests whether low-dose psilocybin, a compound from magic mushrooms, combined with psychotherapy is safe and effective for easing chronic pain in cancer patients who already take opioids. Twenty adults with active cancer and moderate to severe pain will receive…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Roswell Park Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A virtual Walk-Through of radiotherapy may calm cancer Patients' nerves
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingMany cancer patients feel anxious before radiotherapy, partly due to unfamiliar equipment and procedures. This trial tests whether adding a simulation-based education session — a virtual preview of the treatment environment — before standard education can reduce that anxiety and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Medical Center Goettingen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A new program aims to help teens thrive when a parent faces cancer
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a family-centered program called SHINE, designed to support teenagers aged 10 to 17 who have a parent diagnosed with cancer. The program includes about four sessions over eight weeks, focusing on cancer education, family communication, coping skills, and emo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Facing the fear: can talk therapy help couples live beyond cancer?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a type of talk therapy called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can help cancer survivors and their spouses cope with the fear that cancer might return. It compares ACT to a more traditional therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), in a two-arm…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Center of Tumor Diseases, Frankfurt University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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AI therapy coach aims to ease distress in seriously ill seniors
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an AI-powered program can help older adults with serious illnesses like cancer or heart disease manage emotional distress. Participants receive short videos and daily check-ins from a chatbot that teaches practical coping skills, all from their own phone.…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could gentle yoga and breathing ease Cancer's lingering toll?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether mind-body practices like breathwork, meditation, and gentle yoga can improve quality of life, stress, and sleep in people who have recently finished cancer treatment. Participants will practice these techniques weekly for six weeks while wearing an activi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Roswell Park Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple text message transform cancer care?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether regular text-message check-ins can help advanced cancer patients get palliative care support earlier. Patients receive a text every two weeks asking them to rate their symptoms online. If any symptoms are concerning, a coordinator calls to assess and mana…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an AI chatbot ease fertility worries for young cancer survivors?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot trial tests whether a chatbot powered by large language models can help adolescent and young adult cancer survivors address reproductive concerns. Participants will be randomly assigned to use the chatbot or read an electronic brochure with similar information. The stu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A single zoom class might ease cancer pain for american indians
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a single, two-hour online class called Empowered Relief can help American Indian adults with cancer-related pain. Participants learn three pain relief skills, create a personal plan, and get access to a free audio app for daily practice. The study aims to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Oklahoma • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new anesthetic give older surgery patients a better Night's sleep?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether remimazolam, an anesthetic drug, can improve sleep quality in older adults after laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery, compared with the standard anesthetic propofol. Participants aged 65-80 will be randomly assigned to receive one of the two anesthetic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A virtual pharmacy visit may ease opioid fears for cancer patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a group telehealth session led by a palliative care pharmacist can help cancer patients better understand and manage their opioid pain medications. Many patients struggle with side effects, complex dosing, and fear of addiction, which can lead to un…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gut bacteria may shield nerves from chemo damage – a trial puts it to the test
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis phase III trial tests whether a daily probiotic supplement, OXXYSLAB®, can reduce peripheral neuropathy—nerve damage causing pain and numbness—in people with stage III colon cancer receiving oxaliplatin-based chemotherapy (FOLFOX or XELOX). About 130 participants will take e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI reads your cancer care wishes — could it keep you out of the hospital?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether sending AI-generated summaries of a patient's serious illness conversations to their care team at hospital admission can improve care. The summaries, created by a large language model, highlight the patient's goals and preferences. The study enrolls adult…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A listening ear for cancer patients: can a care coordinator improve serious illness conversations?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a communication and care coordinator (CCC) can improve serious illness conversations and quality of life for adults with advanced or high-risk cancer. Participants in the intervention group will have six structured sessions over three months to discuss th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to give veterans with advanced cancer a stronger voice in their End-of-Life care
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program that pairs veterans with advanced cancer with a lay health worker who helps them discuss their goals and preferences for care with their doctors. The goal is to increase the number of veterans who have these important conversations and document their wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A smartphone program aims to ease the emotional toll of fertility loss in young cancer survivors
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a guided digital program delivered through a mobile app can reduce anxiety and depression in young adults (ages 18–40) who have fertility-related distress after a cancer diagnosis. Participants use the app to complete four modules covering coping skills, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gadjah Mada University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Strumming through treatment: can ukulele lessons shield teen brains from Radiation's toll?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot trial tests whether a program of virtual ukulele lessons, called STRUM, can help teenagers preserve cognitive function and emotional resilience while undergoing radiation therapy for cancer. The study enrolls adolescents aged 12 to 17 who are receiving initial radiatio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ice vs spray: which stops chemo mouth pain?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial compares two simple treatments—sucking on ice chips or using a lidocaine spray—to see which better prevents or reduces painful mouth sores caused by chemotherapy. About 60 adults with cancer who are about to receive chemotherapy will be randomly assigned to one of the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hanady Jabbar Mahmood • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Belly button patch may fight cancer fatigue without drugs
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a traditional Chinese medicine patch placed on the belly button (Shenque acupoint) can reduce fatigue in cancer patients about to start radiotherapy. Eighty adults with cancer-related fatigue will receive either the real herbal patch or a sham patch daily…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: China Medical University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Yogurt as medicine? Butyrate-Rich formula tested for Cancer-Related constipation
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis phase II trial investigates whether a specially formulated yogurt rich in butyrate—a short-chain fatty acid—can relieve constipation in people with gastrointestinal cancer. Constipation is a common and distressing side effect of cancer and its treatments, and current medicat…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Money worries and cancer: can talking about both ease the burden?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests a financial psycho-oncology program for cancer patients facing financial hardship. Participants attend six one-hour sessions over three months that combine emotional support with practical financial education. The study aims to see if the program is feasibl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A scented soak for cancer symptoms: can lavender foot baths soothe pain and fatigue?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether daily aromatherapy foot baths with lavender essential oil can help cancer patients manage pain, sleep quality, and fatigue. Over five days, one group receives a 20-minute foot bath with lavender oil, while a control group receives routine care only…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI avatar could help cancer patients remember treatment details
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests an AI-powered avatar called ELISA that helps cancer patients learn about their treatment. Patients starting a new cancer therapy often struggle to remember complex information. The avatar provides personalized answers based on approved content. The study compares…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dr. Mark Mulder • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gentle belly massage may speed gut recovery after colon cancer surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether gentle abdominal massage, performed early after colon cancer surgery, can help the intestines start working again more quickly. Many patients experience a temporary slowdown in gut function (postoperative ileus) that causes bloating, pain, and naus…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could an AI writing coach help chemo patients feel less anxious?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an AI-assisted expressive writing program can reduce anxiety, emotional distress, and improve quality of life in adults receiving chemotherapy for any type of cancer. Participants are randomly assigned to either use the AI writing tool alongside their usu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ancient Mind-Body exercise tested to combat chemotherapy muscle loss
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether a traditional Chinese mind-body practice called Baduanjin Qigong, combined with standard exercises, can improve muscle strength and quality of life in adults aged 35–55 with colorectal cancer who are undergoing chemotherapy. Participants will take …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New app aims to ease cancer pain at home
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a smartphone app called I-STAMP that helps people with advanced cancer keep track of their pain and medications. About 73 participants will use the app and rate how easy it is to use and how helpful it is. The goal is to see if the app can make managing canc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to stop Chemo-Linked nausea before it starts
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a combination of two drugs, fosrolapitant and palonosetron, can prevent nausea and vomiting caused by antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) in cancer patients. Participants are adults with malignant tumors who have never received ADCs before and are about to st…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Peking University Cancer Hospital & Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smartphone app improve cancer care? new study tests personalized nutrition and activity guidance
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a mobile app called RestoreMe can help cancer patients get personalized nutrition and activity advice. Researchers plan to enroll 150 adults who are about to start, are currently receiving, or have completed cancer treatment. Participants will use the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New radiation method aims to shrink large tumors
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether adding a specialized radiation technique called Lattice Radiation Therapy (LRT) to standard palliative radiation can safely shrink large tumors (at least 4.5 cm) in adults. The study will enroll 25 people with various cancers who are already schedul…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Timing your meals might ease cancer treatment side effects
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests if eating only within an 8-hour window each day (time-restricted eating) can reduce treatment side effects and improve quality of life for people with solid tumors starting adjuvant therapy after surgery. Fifty adults will be randomly assigned to follow this eati…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a comfort cart make cancer treatment easier for seniors?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test a comfort menu and cart for older adults (60+) receiving cancer treatment at a hospital in Brazil. The cart offers items like blankets, pillows, and hygiene kits to improve comfort. Researchers will compare patient and staff experiences before and after the c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Sirio-Libanes • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a supplement beat cancer fatigue? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a dietary supplement called Redsenol-1 Plus can safely reduce fatigue in adults who have had cancer treatment. 72 participants will take either the supplement or a placebo for 12 weeks. The main goal is to see if fatigue levels improve, as measured by a s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Canada Royal Enoch Phytomedicine Co., Ltd. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI-Powered diet advice could help cancer patients eat better during treatment
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an AI-based website that gives personalized diet tips and recipes can help cancer patients who experience taste changes during therapy. About 198 adults with certain cancers (like multiple myeloma, melanoma, or GI cancers) will either get the AI tool or a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wuerzburg University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to ease financial burden for cancer patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a simple screening tool to identify cancer patients struggling with medical costs. Those who screen positive will be connected to financial counseling and resources at their hospital. The goal is to make it easier for patients to afford their care and reduce fina…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Vitamins e and CoQ10 tested as shield against radiation damage
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking high doses of vitamin E and CoQ10 daily for 90 days can reduce chronic side effects from pelvic radiation in people treated for prostate, uterine, cervical, or anal cancer. Researchers will monitor safety, side effects, and quality of life in 200 a…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Nebraska • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Warm blankets during surgery may shield Seniors' brains
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether keeping older patients (65+) at a slightly higher body temperature (36.8°C) during major cancer surgery can reduce the risk of delayed neurocognitive recovery—a kind of short-term confusion or memory decline that can happen after surgery. About 1,500 part…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peking University First Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Smartphone app aims to uncover food triggers for gut cancer survivors
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a mobile app called GutCheck for people who have survived gastrointestinal cancer. Participants track their diet, stress, and gut symptoms daily. The app analyzes the data to identify potential trigger foods. The goal is to see if the app is feasible and helpful …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could a cannabis gummy be the key to better sleep for cancer patients?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a cannabis gummy can improve sleep and quality of life in 50 cancer patients who have trouble sleeping. Participants will either take the gummy or receive usual care for 5 weeks. The goal is to see if the gummy is safe and helps with sleep, while also che…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Theodore Brasky PhD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could a painless electrical patch help cancer patients sleep better after surgery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a non-invasive technique called transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation (TEAS) can prevent or treat sleep problems after cancer surgery. TEAS uses mild electrical pulses on specific points on the skin, based on acupuncture, without needles. The tri…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Sophrology: a new way to calm radiation anxiety?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether sophrology, a relaxation technique using gentle movements, breathing, and positive visualization, can reduce anxiety in cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy. Fifty-four adults with various cancers will be offered sophrology sessions during their t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Clinique Pasteur Lanroze • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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AI diet coach aims to ease bowel distress after rectal cancer surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence-based dietary care app can reduce distress from bowel changes and improve quality of life in rectal cancer patients who have had anal-preserving surgery. One hundred participants will be randomly assigned to either standard diet…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Prepping for surgery: could exercise and diet before the knife cut complications?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a prehabilitation program—including physical therapy, dietary advice, and emotional support—given before major cancer surgery can reduce deaths and serious complications within 30 days after the operation. About 180 adults with cancers of the pancreas,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fox Chase Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Exercise program aims to boost quality of life in young cancer patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a supervised strength training program can improve quality of life, physical function, and mental health in children with cancer. Twenty participants under 18 who are currently on treatment or dealing with after-effects will do two 50-minute sessions per …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Salamanca • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Simple breathing and muscle relaxation may ease chemo sleep woes
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether learning progressive muscle relaxation and deep breathing exercises can improve sleep for cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. About 40 adults aged 40-60 with poor sleep will be split into two groups: one gets relaxation training plus usual care, the o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Dance away chemo pain: new study tests fun exercise for nerve damage
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 6-week dance-based exercise program can reduce nerve pain and improve quality of life in cancer patients who have nerve damage from chemotherapy. About 76 adults with solid tumors will either join the dance program or receive usual care. The goal is to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New program aims to help colorectal cancer patients build healthier habits
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 6-week health behavior program for 40 colorectal cancer patients who are at least 3 months past surgery. The program uses counseling and support to encourage healthy habits like diet and exercise. Researchers want to see if it's practical and helps improve pati…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can spiritual workshops ease Cancer's existential pain?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a spiritual health program called PATH for cancer patients struggling with feelings of disconnection, loss of meaning, or existential distress. Twenty adults with any stage of cancer will attend six workshops combining role-playing, psychology, and dignity therap…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Can an AI coach help cancer survivors feel better? new trial tests emotional training app
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 4-week AI chatbot program called AI-EGG that teaches emotional skills to young and middle-aged colorectal cancer survivors. The goal is to see if it helps them build resilience and improve quality of life. Fifty-four participants will be randomly assigned to ei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Can zoom workouts help older cancer patients in the countryside?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 12-week exercise program, delivered via Zoom, is practical and helpful for older adults (65+) with cancer who live in rural areas. Participants will do two supervised exercise sessions per week. The goal is to see if the program improves quality of life…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Saskatchewan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Exercise after hospital: a new hope for frail seniors with cancer?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 14-week personalized exercise program can improve mobility, strength, and quality of life in frail adults aged 65 and older with cancer who have recently been hospitalized. One hundred participants will either follow the adapted physical activity progra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Biobizkaia Health Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Nerve blocks may slash pain after robotic colon cancer surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether combining two ultrasound-guided nerve blocks (transversus abdominis plane block and rectus sheath block) can better control pain and speed recovery after robotic colon cancer surgery. About 90 adults having their first robotic colectomy will receive the b…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Tri-Service General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Online strength training tested to keep older cancer survivors moving
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether live, online group strength training can help older cancer survivors (age 65+) who have trouble with daily activities. 150 participants will be split into three groups: immediate strength training, delayed strength training, or stretching. The goal is to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Robot dog walks could ease fatigue in young cancer patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether walking with a robot dog can improve sleep, reduce fatigue, and enhance quality of life in children aged 2-7 who are undergoing cancer treatment. Forty children will be randomly assigned to either robot-dog-assisted walks or usual care. The goal is to see…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Koç University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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No opioids, less confusion? new study for seniors having gut surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether using a drug combination without opioids during anesthesia can lower the chance of confusion (delirium) after surgery in people 65 and older having gastrointestinal surgery. About 174 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either opioid-free…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Qianfoshan Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Remote exercise program aims to boost chemo completion in cancer patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a home-based exercise program can help people with gastrointestinal or lung cancer handle chemotherapy better. Up to 120 participants will be randomly assigned to either an aerobic and resistance exercise group or a stretching group. All activities are do…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: AdventHealth Translational Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Could zapping the spleen fix Chemo's side effect?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests a new use of targeted radiation (SIRT) to the spleen in 18 adults with gastrointestinal cancer who have low platelets and an enlarged spleen from chemotherapy. The goal is to see if the procedure is safe and can raise platelet counts, helping patients stay …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Georges Francois Leclerc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New injection aims to fight Cancer-Related wasting
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug called INB301 in people with cancer who are losing weight and muscle (cancer cachexia). The goal is to see if it is safe and can help patients gain or maintain weight. About 146 adults with solid tumors like lung, pancreatic, or colorectal cancer will …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Yunnan Baiyao Group Co., Ltd. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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AI chatbot aims to ease cancer Patients' trauma
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a specially designed AI chatbot can lower anxiety and trauma-related distress in adults recently diagnosed with cancer. Participants will use the chatbot for 12 weeks and complete surveys about their feelings and needs. The goal is to see if this digital …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Koç University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New study tests nutritional supplement to tame chemo side effects
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a special nutritional supplement (LH BLU) can reduce serious side effects in people with advanced gastrointestinal cancers who are starting chemotherapy. About 88 participants will either receive the supplement plus nutritional counseling or just counseli…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Acupuncture with a jolt: new trial tests electric needles for cancer brain fog
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether electroacupuncture—thin needles with mild electric pulses—can ease cognitive problems like memory loss and trouble focusing in cancer survivors. 168 participants will be assigned to real electroacupuncture, sham (fake) acupuncture, or a waitlist. …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Can cannabis compounds help cancer patients sleep better?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether THC (with or without CBD) can improve sleep in people with solid organ cancer who have insomnia. About 69 participants will receive either THC, a THC/CBD mix, or a placebo as a liquid under the tongue. The goal is to see if these cannabis-based compounds …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Weeding out stress: gardening program aims to boost cancer Survivors' Well-Being
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 6-week gardening and nutrition program can improve quality of life for cancer survivors. Fifteen participants will attend weekly group sessions with gardening, cooking demos, and mindfulness. The main goal is to see if the program is practical and liked…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Vermont Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New program aims to help cancer patients reclaim joy and balance
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a group-based program for people with cancer that focuses on managing energy, doing meaningful activities, and improving quality of life. About 30 adults with cancer will take part in workshops and hands-on sessions in a community setting. The goal is to see if t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Could silkworm pupas be the key to fighting muscle loss in cancer survivors?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether silkworm pupa tablets can improve nutrition and reduce muscle loss (sarcopenia) in people who have completed cancer treatment. 480 participants will receive either the tablets or a placebo for 3 months. The main goal is to see if muscle strength and mass …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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App aims to get cancer survivors moving again
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a smartphone app called the Cancer Exercise app (CEA) can help cancer survivors become more physically active. About 750 adults who have finished cancer treatment will either use the app for 12 weeks or receive usual care. The goal is to see if the app bo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can acupuncture needles Kick-Start a paralyzed stomach after cancer surgery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether electroacupuncture (mild electrical pulses through thin needles) can help patients whose stomachs stop working properly after surgery for digestive tract tumors. Seventy-six adults who had such surgery and developed gastroparesis (stomach paralysis) will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: First Teaching Hospital of Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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A simple talk could ease cancer Patients' anxiety
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a single early meeting with a psycho-oncology counselor can reduce anxiety and depression and improve quality of life in people recently diagnosed with cancer. About 148 patients will be randomly assigned to either receive this counseling plus standard ca…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lindenhofgruppe AG • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New program aims to ease cancer survivors' fear of recurrence
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study develops and tests a support program for cancer survivors who worry about their cancer returning. 150 adults who finished treatment for breast, head and neck, colon-rectal, or prostate cancer will join. Depending on their level of fear, they will receive education, psy…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New pill hopes to lift mood in cancer patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug called PDC-1421 to see if it is safe and helps with depression in people who have cancer. About 12 adults with mild to severe depression and stage I-III cancer will take the drug for up to 5 weeks. Doctors will check mood changes using a standard depre…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: BioLite, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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New drug combo may tame immunotherapy skin rash without hurting cancer fight
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests JAK inhibitors (upadacitinib or tofacitinib) in 35 adults with solid tumors who have severe skin rashes from immunotherapy that didn't improve with steroids. The goal is to see if these pills can quickly relieve the rash and itching while allowing patient…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shixiu Wu • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Poop pills for cancer wasting? new trial hopes gut bugs boost appetite
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether transplanting healthy gut bacteria (fecal microbiota transplantation) can help advanced cancer patients who are losing weight and appetite—a condition called cachexia. About 66 adults with stomach, colorectal, or lung cancer will receive the treatment. Th…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hua Jiang • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Horse power: equicoaching aims to rebuild social lives of young cancer survivors
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether equicoaching—a type of coaching with horses—can help young adults (ages 15-25) who finished cancer treatment feel more confident and reconnect with others. Ten participants will take part in the program and share their experiences through interviews an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Leon Berard • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Smartwatch data could ease cancer symptoms in new study
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a digital platform called Beacon can help doctors better manage symptoms in people with advanced cancer. About 40 patients will wear smartwatches and answer questions about how they feel. The platform combines this data to give doctors a clearer picture o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tzeela Cohen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Can acupuncture get your gut moving again after surgery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether electroacupuncture can help bowel function return faster after minimally invasive colorectal cancer surgery. 240 adults will be randomly assigned to receive real acupuncture, sham acupuncture, or standard care. The main goal is to see how quickly patients…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Chef-Approved diet may help cancer patients keep muscle and strength
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether personalized cooking and food guidance can help slow muscle loss in people with advanced cancer who are on chemotherapy. About 200 adults will be split into two groups: one gets standard nutrition care plus exercise advice, and the other gets the same plu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gali Perel • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Exercise before and during chemotherapy may boost treatment success
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a supervised exercise program, started two weeks before chemotherapy and continued for 16 weeks during treatment, can help adults aged 35 to 65 with breast, lung, or colon cancer tolerate chemotherapy better. The goal is to see if participants can receive…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Vic - Central University of Catalonia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Digital playtime therapy: helping kids with cancer move better
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a digital exercise program called EMPOWER for children aged 3 to 6 who are undergoing cancer treatment. The goal is to see if the program can help them stay physically active, improve their motor skills, and boost their quality of life. Parents and nurses will al…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Turku University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Cannabis oil trial aims to ease cancer Patients' daily suffering
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a cannabis extract oil containing THC and CBD can reduce the overall symptom burden in people with advanced solid tumors who are already taking strong painkillers. About 156 participants will receive either the cannabis oil or a placebo for 8 weeks. The m…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute, Naples • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Pumping iron against cancer: exercise may ease treatment side effects
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a supervised strength-training program is safe and practical for people with locally advanced rectal cancer who are receiving chemotherapy and radiation before surgery. Fifteen participants will do personalized resistance exercises twice a week for about …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fundacion Arturo Lopez Perez • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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New study tracks Real-World impact of fruquintinib on advanced colon cancer
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 110 adults in Poland with metastatic colorectal cancer (cancer that has spread) who are taking fruquintinib after at least two prior treatments. Researchers will track how long patients live without their cancer getting worse and their overall survival, usi…
Sponsor: Takeda • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which rectal cancer surgery preserves quality of life better? a study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at people who had surgery for advanced lower rectal cancer, comparing two procedures: one that removes the rectum and anus (requiring a permanent stoma) and one that removes the rectum but keeps the anus (with a reconnection). The goal is to see which approach le…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may foretell Radiation's toll on the gut
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study is investigating whether a blood marker called GLP-2 could help predict the risk and severity of acute radiation enteritis—a common and painful side effect of radiation therapy to the abdomen or pelvis. Researchers will measure GLP-2 levels in 50 adults b…
Sponsor: Wang Xinying • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A new clue in the fight against colorectal cancer recurrence?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a combination of immune cell activity, genetic changes, and imaging features can help predict if colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver will come back after surgery. Researchers will analyze tumor tissue, blood samples, and scans from about 210…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Radon education program aims to empower cancer survivors and their communities
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a short educational presentation about radon can improve knowledge and encourage testing among cancer survivors, their caregivers, and family members. Participants attend a single session, either in person or online, led by a study staff member. The goal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New digital tool aims to help young cancer patients discuss fertility and relationships with doctors
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a digital tool called ReSPECT that helps teens and young adults with cancer talk to their doctors about sexual and reproductive health. The tool includes a pre-visit checklist and an informational website. Researchers want to see if it is practical and helpful fo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Connecticut Children's Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can artificial intelligence think like a cancer tumor board?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study asks whether an artificial intelligence system can make the same care recommendations as a team of cancer experts for people with stomach, colon, or rectal cancer. About 69 participants will have their medical information reviewed independently by both the AI and a mul…
Sponsor: Shanghai Minimally Invasive Surgery Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may decide who needs surgery for rectal cancer
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether a highly sensitive blood test (ctDNA) can help manage treatment for 200 people with early-stage rectal cancer. After standard chemotherapy and radiation, some patients will have their treatment guided by the blood test results instead of immediate…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer Patients' decisions shaped by drug benefit uncertainties, study finds
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates how providing information about uncertainties in new cancer drugs' benefits influences patients' hypothetical treatment decisions and perceptions. Researchers will present current or former cancer patients with a scenario about a new drug called Zenova, wh…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: London School of Economics and Political Science • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Texting cancer patients after hospital stays may cut ER visits
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether sending automated messages to cancer patients after they leave the hospital can help them use urgent oncology care instead of the emergency room. About 200 patients will receive reminders via MyChart and text in English or Spanish. Researchers will track …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple checklist boost recovery after cancer surgery?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether surgeons will use a new set of timeline-specific guidelines designed to improve functional recovery after high-risk abdominal cancer surgery. Researchers will monitor how often surgeons follow the guideline in clinic. The goal is to see if such a to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Do cancer patients overestimate drug benefits? a trial puts communication to the test.
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study asks whether adding overall survival data to standard progression-free survival information helps current or former cancer patients more accurately judge a new drug's survival benefit. Around 3,000 U.S. adults with a past or present cancer diagnosis will read about a h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: London School of Economics and Political Science • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple questionnaire spot colorectal cancer before It's too late?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to develop a diagnostic model that predicts the risk of colorectal cancer and advanced polyps in adults aged 18 to 80 who are already scheduled for a routine colonoscopy in China. Participants fill out a questionnaire about their lifestyle, medical history, and sy…
Sponsor: Peking University Cancer Hospital & Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI to predict heart damage from cancer treatments in major european study
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect data from up to 10,000 cancer patients across Europe to create better tools for predicting heart damage caused by certain cancer treatments. Researchers will use artificial intelligence alongside standard methods to develop risk scores that doctors can use…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smartwatch track how cancer treatment affects daily life?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether cancer patients undergoing treatment can use a smartwatch and smartphone surveys to report their quality of life and physical activity. Over 12 weeks, participants wear a smartwatch at least 10 hours a day and complete questionnaires at several time po…
Sponsor: European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer - EORTC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Polyp recurrence after colon cancer surgery: a clue to better Follow-Up?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 3,000 people who had surgery for colorectal cancer to see how often polyps come back in the colon afterward. Researchers will check if the type and stage of the original cancer are linked to polyp recurrence. The goal is to improve follow-up care by identifyin…
Sponsor: Gansu Provincial Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI reads tumor slides: can computer scores predict who will do well?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study enrolls 1,000 adults with solid tumors, including breast cancer, who receive an AI-based pathology test as part of their routine care. Researchers will link the AI test results with short- and long-term health outcomes to see how well the scores predict prognosis and t…
Sponsor: Ataraxis AI, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Caregiver burden under the microscope: study links patient frailty to carer well-being
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how the health of older adults with cancer affects the quality of life of the people who care for them. Researchers will follow 116 patient-caregiver pairs for six months, using questionnaires to measure caregiver well-being and patient frailty. The goal is to…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scan could spot hidden cancer left behind after liver surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether a special 3D MRI scan, called magnetic resonance elastography (3D-MRE), can detect microscopic tumor remnants at the surgical margin after liver cancer removal. Current methods only examine the removed tissue, not the remaining liver. Researchers w…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tube Tug-of-War: keeping or removing drain during pancreatic surgery may cut complications
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis trial looks at whether keeping or removing a drainage tube (PTCD catheter) during pancreatic surgery leads to fewer complications. About 100 patients with jaundice from tumors will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. The main goal is to see which approach reduces seri…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xu'an Wang • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple blood draws could predict colon cancer treatment success
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether two blood-based biomarkers—circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) and tumor-educated platelets (TEP)—can predict how well colon cancer responds to pre-surgery therapy. About 80 adults with stage III colon cancer will provide extra blood samples before, duri…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institute of Oncology Ljubljana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI chatbot aims to simplify cancer survivorship care
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests an AI-powered chatbot that automatically creates personalized survivorship care plans for adult cancer survivors. The chatbot uses information from electronic health records to generate a plan and answer patients' questions about it. Researchers want to see if th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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HIV and cancer: study seeks to uncover hidden risk factors
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how certain cancers develop in people with HIV and what factors might increase their risk. Researchers will analyze medical data from 1,000 HIV-positive adults to track which types of cancer occur most often and why. The goal is to improve early detection and …
Sponsor: Shenzhen Third People's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple text message save lives? new study aims to boost colon cancer screening
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find the best text messages to remind people to complete at-home colorectal cancer screening. Researchers will work with 7,220 adults aged 45-75 at community health centers. They will test different message versions to see which ones lead to more screening and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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EU-Wide survey aims to uncover hidden gaps in mental health support for cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study uses online surveys to explore whether cancer patients and their family members across the European Union have equal access to mental health screening and psychological support. Researchers will analyze responses from 2,000 participants to identify disparities, barrier…
Sponsor: European Institute of Oncology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smartwatch data could help predict cancer outcomes
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study collects health data from Apple Watches and iPhones of 1,200 cancer patients to build a research database. The goal is to see if wearable data like activity and heart rate can help personalize cancer prognosis and treatment. Participants must have an Apple Health app a…
Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI could outshine standard tumor measurements to predict survival
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is developing an artificial intelligence system that measures changes in total tumor volume from CT or MRI scans to see if it can predict survival better than the current standard method, which measures just a few tumors. Researchers will analyze data from about 6,000 …
Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Yale launches massive blood repository to unlock cancer secrets
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study collects blood samples from people with cancer or at high risk for cancer to create a large, well-organized repository for research. The goal is to provide scientists with a valuable resource to study cancer through liquid biopsies, which may lead to better detection a…
Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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4D MRI scans could reveal hidden clues about heart disease and cancer
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study uses advanced 4D MRI scans to measure blood flow and heart function in adults with heart disease or cancer. Researchers aim to see if these detailed images can help predict how these diseases will progress. The study involves 1,000 participants who are already schedule…
Sponsor: Ulsan University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may reveal hidden cancer spread without scans
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether a blood test can locate where colorectal cancer has returned or spread after surgery. Researchers are analyzing genetic markers in the blood to build a model that predicts whether a recurrence is local or distant. The goal is to improve early detecti…
Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital with Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test could revolutionize rectal cancer monitoring
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a blood test that finds tiny bits of tumor DNA (ctDNA) can help doctors monitor rectal cancer more closely than standard scans. Researchers will collect blood and tissue samples from 60 adults with non-spreading rectal cancer before and after standard …
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could your body shape predict radiation accuracy?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a person's body composition—like muscle mass and body fat—affects how accurately they are positioned during radiation therapy. Researchers will measure body composition in 120–150 cancer patients before and during treatment, and track daily positioning…
Sponsor: Shijiazhuang People's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test and AI team up to outsmart colon cancer recurrence
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether combining artificial intelligence analysis of tumor tissue with special blood tests (liquid biopsy) can more accurately predict if colon cancer will return after surgery. Researchers will follow 400 adults with stage II or III colon cancer for up to fi…
Sponsor: Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can exercise help cancer patients? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will survey 370 adult cancer patients about their knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding physical exercise. The goal is to understand why many patients don't exercise enough and what barriers they face. Results will help create better exercise programs and possi…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer combo therapy under the microscope: real-world study launched
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will observe 200 cancer patients who are already receiving immunotherapy (immune checkpoint inhibitors) along with radiotherapy. Researchers want to see how long the cancer stays under control and how patients fare overall, in everyday clinical practice rather than a s…
Sponsor: Sichuan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Real-World data on colorectal cancer: what happens to patients over time?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows about 2000 people with colorectal cancer to track their health over time, including survival, disease progression, and side effects from treatments. Researchers aim to understand how the disease behaves in real-world settings, outside of controlled clinical tri…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Too much info weighing on cancer patients? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how feeling overwhelmed by information and dealing with symptoms affects the sense of empowerment in 300 adult cancer patients getting outpatient chemotherapy. Researchers will use surveys to measure information overload, symptom severity, and empowerment leve…
Sponsor: University of Yalova • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New study aims to predict immunotherapy success in cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect data from 500 cancer patients who are about to start immunotherapy. Researchers want to build a tool that can predict survival outcomes based on factors like combination treatments. The goal is to help doctors and patients make more informed decisions abou…
Sponsor: Sichuan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Personalized cancer test could take guesswork out of treatment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a new approach to personalize cancer treatment for people with colorectal or pancreatic cancer. Researchers will take a small sample of a patient's tumor, grow it in the lab, and test different drugs on it to see which one works best. The goal is to see if t…
Sponsor: Luxembourg Institute of Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could skipping bowel prep before colon surgery be just as safe?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether it's safe to skip mechanical bowel preparation (the drink that cleans out your colon) before colon surgery. Currently, the best practice combines that drink with antibiotics to prevent infections. The trial will compare two groups: one getting the drin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mount Sinai Hospital, Canada • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New surgical technique may improve colon cancer surgery outcomes
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new surgical method for removing the splenic flexure during laparoscopic surgery for left-sided colorectal cancer. It compares the new technique (inferior mesenteric artery first with complete medial approach) to traditional methods. The goal is to see if it is…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a digital Pre-Surgery boost help cancer patients recover faster?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a digitally supported prehabilitation program is feasible for patients awaiting major surgery for cancers of the pancreas, liver, stomach, or esophagus. The program includes supervised exercise, nutritional counseling, psychological support, and digital t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Digital Health and Prevention • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could colorectal cancer and diabetes be linked by genes?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 200 people with colorectal cancer and healthy controls to explore how genes, blood sugar, and immune responses are connected. Researchers will analyze blood and tissue samples to find shared genetic factors that may influence both cancer and diabetes. The g…
Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Tracing a cancer Drug's journey through the body
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tracks how the experimental drug AZD1390 moves through and leaves the body after a single dose. It involves about 8 adults with advanced solid tumors who are not currently on active cancer treatment. By using a tiny radioactive label, researchers can measure the drug i…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Glow-in-the-Dark dye could help surgeons spot hidden cancer cells
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether a green dye called indocyanine green (ICG) can help surgeons see and remove lymph nodes that contain cancer during laparoscopic colon cancer surgery. About 25 adults with colon cancer will receive the dye injected around the tumor and into a vein. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Study aims to uncover hidden delays in anal cancer diagnosis
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at the care paths of 300 people with anal cancer to find out what causes delays in diagnosis. Researchers will track the time from first symptoms to diagnosis and check how screening and access to care affect outcomes. The goal is to improve awareness and help ca…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal Creteil • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Which stapler is safest for bowel surgery? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether the type of stapler used to reconnect the bowel after colorectal cancer surgery affects the risk of a leak. About 600 adults having planned surgery will be observed, but their treatment won't change. The goal is to see if newer staplers are safer than …
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera Bolognini di Seriate Bergamo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Can exercise become a standard part of cancer treatment? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at the best ways to add supervised exercise programs into standard cancer care. Researchers will track how often doctors refer patients to exercise and how many patients take part. The goal is to see if this approach is practical and helps improve patients' physi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Melanie Keats • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Massive study to uncover cancer Therapy's hidden toll on fertility
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis large observational study will follow 4,000 young cancer survivors (ages 15-39) across Europe to understand how different cancer treatments impact fertility, hormone function, and pregnancy outcomes. Researchers will also evaluate the safety and success of fertility preserva…
Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New AI-Powered CT scan could sharpen colon cancer detection
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test a new way to create CT images for people with colon cancer. The method uses deep learning to make the images clearer. Researchers will compare the quality of these new images to standard ones. The goal is to see if this technique helps doctors see tumors bett…
Sponsor: Philips Clinical & Medical Affairs Global • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Major study to uncover cancer Treatment's hidden toll on fertility
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 3,000 young women (ages 15-39) with cancer to understand how treatments like chemotherapy and immunotherapy impact their fertility, pregnancy outcomes, and quality of life. Researchers will also look at the safety and success of fertility preservation metho…
Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Counseling after positive cancer blood test studied
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how decision counseling affects people who get a positive result on the Shield blood test for colorectal cancer. Researchers want to see if counseling helps reduce confusion and increases the chance of getting a follow-up colonoscopy. About 350 adults aged 45-…
Sponsor: Guardant Health, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Artificial intelligence could spot hidden cancer spread before It's too late
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test an artificial intelligence system designed to give early warning of cancer spreading to other parts of the body. Current imaging can only see larger tumors, but this AI analyzes routine scans and patient data to detect signs of microscopic spread. Researchers…
Sponsor: Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New study aims to predict fertility problems in young men after cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 1,000 young men (ages 15-39) diagnosed with cancer to understand how treatments affect their fertility and hormone levels over time. Researchers will collect medical history, semen samples, and blood tests before and after therapy to identify who is at risk for…
Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Massive cancer registry aims to unlock better GI cancer care
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study is a registry that collects medical information and biological samples from up to 100,000 people with gastrointestinal cancers, such as pancreatic or colorectal cancer. No new treatments or drugs are given. The goal is to gather real-world data to help researchers answ…
Sponsor: Canopy Cancer Collective, LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can men still become dads after cancer? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will survey about 950 men who stored sperm at a French fertility center before cancer treatment between 2010 and 2024. Researchers want to know how many later became fathers, whether naturally or with medical help, and if they used their frozen sperm. The goal is to be…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Could lynch syndrome raise your risk of gum disease?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will check if people with Lynch syndrome, a genetic condition that raises cancer risk, have more gum disease than the general population. Researchers will look at dental records from 25 adults with Lynch syndrome. The goal is to see if gum disease is a hidden health is…
Sponsor: Rotundo Roberto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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AI takes on cancer experts: who makes better treatment plans?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will compare treatment recommendations made by a large language model (AI) with those made by a team of cancer experts for 180 people with rectal cancer. The AI will analyze de-identified patient information and suggest a treatment plan. The goal is to see how often th…
Sponsor: Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New online program aims to boost genetic cancer testing in african american families
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a web-based program called Kindred that helps African American families understand their genetic cancer risk and talk about testing. About 150 people will use the tool to see if it improves knowledge and testing rates. The goal is to make genetic information more…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New scoring system could help doctors spot hidden colon cancer
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if a new, simpler tool called CRIS can help doctors better predict which large colon polyps contain cancer. About 764 patients and many endoscopists will take part, comparing the new score to an existing one. The goal is to make cancer risk assessment easie…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Scientists investigate Histidine's role in boosting immunotherapy for colorectal cancer
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study looks at how histidine, a common amino acid, and its transporter SLC15A3 influence colorectal cancer's sensitivity to immunotherapy. Researchers will analyze tumor tissue and blood samples from 150 patients to understand why some cancers resist treatment.…
Sponsor: Jing-yuan Fang, MD, Ph. D • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Does breakfast change how chemo works? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study looks at whether taking oral paclitaxel with encequidar on an empty stomach or after a meal changes how much drug gets into the body. About 46 adults with advanced solid tumors (like breast, lung, or stomach cancer) will take the drugs in different sequence…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Health Hope Pharma • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Could a common chinese medicine ingredient fight colon cancer by changing gut bugs?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether berberine, a compound found in some Chinese herbs, can change the types of bacteria living in the gut. Researchers will give berberine to healthy volunteers and to people who have had colon polyps removed. They will measure changes in a specific bacterium…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jing-yuan Fang, MD, Ph. D • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New camera part may sharpen cancer scans
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a new collimator (a filter that directs gamma rays) on a special camera can produce clearer whole-body images for cancer patients. About 18 adults with multiple known cancer lesions will receive standard scans using technetium-99m, lutetium-177, or iodine…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Tumor DNA in fluids may predict peritoneal metastasis risk
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether tumor DNA found in blood or peritoneal fluid can predict the spread of digestive cancers (stomach, colon, pancreas) to the lining of the abdomen. Researchers will follow 300 patients with early-stage tumors to see if those with positive DNA markers are…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New program aims to keep High-Risk cancer gene carriers on track with screenings
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program to help people with inherited cancer gene mutations (like BRCA or Lynch syndrome) stick to recommended cancer screening schedules. Researchers will interview 80 female participants and provide standard care to see if this approach improves adherence and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New study could map best surgical path for colorectal liver metastases
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study follows 200 patients with colorectal cancer whose liver tumors are found at the same time as the primary cancer. Researchers will compare one-step surgery (removing both tumors at once) versus staged operations (bowel first or liver first) to see which ap…
Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New tool helps colon polyp patients make tough treatment choices
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a special decision aid helps patients with a cancerous colon polyp choose between more surgery or careful monitoring. About 110 adults in Denmark will use the aid during their doctor visit. The goal is to see if it changes treatment choices and improve…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Vejle Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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300 rectal cancer Patients' tissues analyzed to unlock secrets of treatment response
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will look at tumor samples and health records from 300 people who had surgery for rectal cancer. The goal is to find patterns in the tumor's immune environment that can predict which patients will respond well to chemotherapy or immunotherapy. This could help doctors i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Leon Berard • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Chemo ear damage worse for poorer patients, study warns
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how platinum-based chemotherapy can cause permanent hearing loss in cancer patients, and whether people from poorer backgrounds are more affected. Researchers will test hearing and thinking skills in 172 patients from North West England before and after treatm…
Sponsor: Lancaster University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Which predicts survival better: shrinking the tumor or clearing the lymph nodes?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 100 adults with advanced rectal cancer who received total neoadjuvant therapy (a combination of chemotherapy and radiation before surgery). Researchers want to see whether the response in the lymph nodes or the primary tumor better predicts how long patients s…
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Small study aims to unlock what makes chemo patients feel truly cared for
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will interview 10 to 20 adults receiving chemotherapy as outpatients at a Turkish hospital. Researchers want to understand how patients perceive nursing care that is tailored to their individual needs, values, and lifestyle. The goal is to identify what m…
Sponsor: University of Yalova • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Chemo Patients' digital habits under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how adults getting chemotherapy use digital media and how well they understand online health information. Researchers will survey 80 patients about their digital habits and health literacy. The goal is to learn more so doctors can better support patients in us…
Sponsor: Fenerbahce University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Routine insulin after pancreas surgery may be unnecessary for some patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether non-diabetic patients who have pancreas surgery can safely avoid routine insulin afterward. About 290 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either standard insulin or no insulin after surgery. The goal is to see if skipping insulin keeps blood su…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dae Wook Hwang • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Robot surgery registry aims to improve colorectal care worldwide
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect information from 2,000 adults having colorectal surgery with the Hugo RAS robot. Researchers will track complications, recovery, and long-term outcomes to see how safe and effective the system is. The goal is to provide real-world evidence to improve minim…
Sponsor: IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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PET-CT scans under study for smarter colorectal cancer monitoring
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 46 people treated for stage III rectal cancer to see if PET-CT scans can help doctors make better treatment decisions during routine follow-up. Participants will already be getting these scans as part of their care and will be tracked for 5 years. The goal …
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New registry aims to make repeat radiation safer for cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect data from 500 Danish cancer patients who need repeat radiation therapy (reirradiation). Researchers will track side effects, tumor control, and survival to build a database that can guide safer treatment in the future. The goal is to help doctors decide wh…
Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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HPV-Positive pelvic cancer: study probes hidden toll on sex life
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 42 women with HPV-positive pelvic cancer (cervix, vagina, vulva, or anus) to understand how radiotherapy, with or without surgery, affects their sexual quality of life. Participants complete questionnaires about sexual function and emotional distress over time.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut du Cancer de Montpellier - Val d'Aurelle • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Blood test may predict chemo nerve damage before it starts
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find blood markers that can predict which cancer patients will develop chronic nerve pain from chemotherapy. Researchers will collect blood samples and perform neurological exams on 192 patients over 6 months. The goal is to use this information to personalize …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier de Bligny • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Scientists probe key protein in colorectal Cancer's spread to liver
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at why colorectal cancer spreads to the liver. Researchers will collect tumor samples from 156 patients during surgery to study a protein called SMYD3. They believe SMYD3 helps cancer cells survive and grow in the liver by changing how cells use energy and handle…
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera Specializzata in Gastroenterologia Saverio de Bellis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Smartwatch data could predict who gets sick after surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will enroll 210 people scheduled for colorectal cancer surgery. Researchers will collect data from wearable devices, continuous glucose monitors, and blood protein tests to see if they can better predict who will have complications after surgery. The goal is to improve…
Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New study aims to decode cancer fatigue using ancient and modern science
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at why some people with colorectal cancer feel very tired. Researchers will use blood tests and questionnaires to find links between body chemistry and Traditional Chinese Medicine body types. The goal is to better understand cancer-related fatigue, not to test a…
Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Can a simple quiz spot frailty in older cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study checks if a short questionnaire called G8 can correctly identify frailty in people aged 70 and older with solid tumors. Researchers will compare the G8 results with a full geriatric assessment in 150 patients. The goal is to see if the G8 tool works well for Portuguese…
Sponsor: Hospital de Braga • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for biological clues to Cancer-Related anxiety and depression
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks for biological markers in tumor tissue and blood that may be linked to anxiety and depression in people with solid tumors. Researchers will combine psychological assessments with lab tests to better understand these emotional struggles. The goal is to improve ear…
Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical College • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New study aims to predict who benefits from abdominal cancer surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how colorectal cancer grows when it spreads to the lining of the abdomen. Researchers want to see if the pattern of tumor growth can help doctors decide who will benefit most from surgery. The study will follow 30 adults who are already scheduled for surgery o…
Sponsor: Jules Bordet Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Does diabetes make cancer treatment harder? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study looks at how having type 2 diabetes impacts quality of life in cancer patients receiving immunotherapy. Researchers will compare changes in well-being over six months between patients with and without diabetes. About 920 adults with solid tumors will fill…
Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC