Mesothelioma
MONDO:0005065A usually malignant and aggressive neoplasm of the mesothelium which is often associated with exposure to asbestos.
Also known as: mesothelioma
1587 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 94 tagged with Mesothelioma itself.
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Sub-types of Mesothelioma
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Malignant mesothelioma 37 trials · 108 incl. sub-types
11 sub-types
- Malignant pleural mesothelioma 71 trials · 75 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Malignant peritoneal mesothelioma 13 trials
- Malignant epithelioid mesothelioma 5 trials · 12 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Malignant biphasic mesothelioma 2 trials · 5 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Diffused pleural mesothelioma 3 trials
- Sarcomatoid mesothelioma 2 trials · 3 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Localized pleural mesothelioma 2 trials
- Malignant pericardial mesothelioma 0 trials
- Mesothelioma of the tunica vaginalis 0 trials
- Ovarian malignant mesothelioma 0 trials
- Pleural mesothelioma in situ 0 trials
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Pleural mesothelioma 28 trials · 86 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- Malignant pleural mesothelioma 71 trials · 75 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Pleural adenomatoid tumor 0 trials
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Peritoneal mesothelioma 14 trials · 22 incl. sub-types
5 sub-types
- Malignant peritoneal mesothelioma 13 trials
- Benign peritoneal mesothelioma 0 trials
- Peritoneal mesothelioma in situ 0 trials
- Peritoneal multicystic mesothelioma 0 trials
- Peritoneal well differentiated papillary mesothelioma 0 trials
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Adenomatoid tumor 0 trials
5 sub-types
- Adenomatoid tumour of the peritoneum 0 trials
- Epididymal adenomatoid tumor 0 trials
- Fallopian tube adenomatoid tumor 0 trials
- Pleural adenomatoid tumor 0 trials
- Uterine corpus adenomatoid tumor 0 trials
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Benign mesothelioma 0 trials
5 sub-types
- Benign peritoneal mesothelioma 0 trials
- Epididymal adenomatoid tumor 0 trials
- Fallopian tube adenomatoid tumor 0 trials
- Pleural adenomatoid tumor 0 trials
- Uterine corpus adenomatoid tumor 0 trials
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1 sub-type
Most studied deeper sub-types
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Could a simple shot replace IV drips for some cancer patients?
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing whether amivantamab, a drug that targets specific proteins on cancer cells, can be given as a shot under the skin instead of through an IV. About 158 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung or head and neck cancers) will receive different do…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New radiation method aims to reduce lung damage in mesothelioma patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new radiation technique called IMRT for people with malignant pleural mesothelioma, a rare lung cancer. The goal is to see if combining surgery, chemotherapy, and this targeted radiation is safe and reduces severe lung side effects. About 65 adults with early-s…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for mesothelioma patients: experimental combo enters final testing
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called volrustomig combined with chemotherapy against standard treatments for people with advanced pleural mesothelioma that cannot be removed by surgery. About 861 adults with this rare lung cancer will be randomly assigned to receive either the exper…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Engineered t cells take on chest cancer in new trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a treatment using a patient's own immune cells (T cells) that are genetically modified to recognize and attack a protein called mesothelin found on cancer cells. The treatment is given through a tube in the chest to people with malignant pleural disease, includin…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to boost immune system against advanced cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new drug called IOA-244 in about 210 adults with advanced or metastatic cancers like lung cancer, melanoma, and lymphoma. The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and tolerable, both alone and combined with other treatments. Researchers also chec…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: iOnctura • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill shows promise in early trial for Tough-to-Treat cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests an oral drug called IAG933 in adults with advanced mesothelioma and certain other solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and see if it can shrink tumors. About 13…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Immunotherapy before surgery shows promise for mesothelioma patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab with or without ipilimumab) before surgery is safe and feasible for people with resectable malignant pleural mesothelioma. About 30 adults with epithelial or biphasic mesothelioma will receive the drugs, then undergo …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Immune cell therapy shows promise for tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 study tests a personalized immune cell therapy called tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TIL) in 20 people with advanced solid cancers (like stomach, colon, or pancreatic cancer) that have not responded to standard treatments. Patients first receive chemotherapy to prep…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Udai Kammula • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Can a simple breathing tool prevent lung collapse in cancer surgery patients?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether using a special breathing device (AEROBIKA) after chest surgery can help prevent lung collapse (atelectasis) in people with lung cancer, mediastinal tumors, or mesothelioma. About 72 participants will be randomly assigned to either standard rehab therapy …
Sponsor: Instituto Nacional de Cancerologia de Mexico • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Promising mesothelioma drug trial pulled before it even started
Disease control CancelledThis study was designed to test the drug alrizomadlin (APG-115) in people with BAP1 cancer syndrome who have early-stage mesothelioma that does not yet need standard treatment. The goal was to see if the drug could stabilize or improve the disease. However, the trial was withdraw…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New combo therapy for mesothelioma: radiation plus surgery under study
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a new approach for people with malignant pleural mesothelioma, a rare lung cancer. It combines high-dose radiation (including a special boost to target bulky tumors) with surgery to remove the affected tissue. The main goal is to find the highest safe radiat…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New drug combo takes on advanced cancers in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing a new drug called KFA115, either by itself or combined with the immunotherapy Keytruda (pembrolizumab), in 126 people with advanced cancers like lung, skin, kidney, and others. The main goal is to check safety and find the best dose. It is not ye…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Experimental immunotherapy cocktail takes on tough tumors
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial is testing a combination of two immunotherapy drugs, naptumomab estafenatox and durvalumab, in 120 people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors like pancreatic, ovarian, and lung cancer. The main goal is to find a safe dose and see how the body reacts. R…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: NeoTX Therapeutics Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New drug duo hopes to boost immune system against tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing a new drug called HFB200301, either alone or with another drug (tislelizumab), in 72 adults with advanced solid tumors like lung, stomach, or skin cancer. The main goal is to check safety and find the best dose. Researchers will also watch for an…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: HiFiBiO Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Keytruda takes on 15 advanced cancers in major trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) in people with 15 types of advanced solid tumors that have worsened after standard treatments. About 1,600 participants receive the drug to see if their tumors shrink or stop growing. The study also looks fo…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Mindfulness program aims to ease lung cancer breathlessness
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a 6-week mindfulness-based program for lung cancer patients struggling with breathlessness, cough, and fatigue. The program combines mindful breathing, relaxation, cough control, acupressure, and light exercise. Researchers will check if it's practical and liked …
Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New support program aims to ease lung cancer patients' transition to survivorship
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a new support program for adults with lung cancer or mesothelioma who have finished treatment. The goal is to help them improve their quality of life as they move from active treatment to regular check-ups. About 21 participants will try the program to see if it …
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Frailty check could predict chemo danger for seniors
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at how frailty—a state of weakness and reduced physical function—affects the risk of severe side effects from chemotherapy in people aged 70 and older with cancer. Researchers will assess 160 patients using various tests for frailty, muscle loss, and overall heal…
Sponsor: Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale Ovest Milanese, Ospedale di Legnano • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Gene therapy safety check: 400 cancer patients monitored for years
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study is a long-term follow-up for 400 people who previously received A2 Bio gene therapy for various solid tumors, including colorectal, lung, pancreatic, and ovarian cancers. No new treatment is given; instead, researchers will track participants over time to check for del…
Sponsor: A2 Biotherapeutics Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Chest cancer study seeks clues in blood and tissue to improve future treatments
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis research study collects blood, tumor tissue, and other body fluids from 1,000 adults with lung cancer, thymus cancer, or mesothelioma. The goal is to analyze these samples to find biological markers that could predict how the disease will progress or which treatments might w…
Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC