Stomach disorder

This study tests a new biologic drug called HCB101 in combination with other cancer drugs (zolbetuximab and chemotherapy) for people with advanced gastric or gastro-esophageal cancer. The goal is to find a safe dose and see if the combination can shrink tumors. About 40 adults wi…

This phase 3 trial compares a new drug called Retlirafusp alfa plus chemotherapy against standard immunotherapy plus chemotherapy for people with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that has spread to the liver and has not been treated before. The study aims to s…

This phase 3 trial tests whether adding the experimental drug ASP2138 to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) helps people with a specific type of advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer live longer without their disease worsening. The study enroll…

This 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…

This phase 2 trial tests a combination of three drugs—sintilimab, ramucirumab, and paclitaxel—in 30 adults with HER2-negative stomach cancer that came back during or within 6 months of finishing adjuvant therapy. The main goal is to see how many patients' tumors shrink significan…

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding the targeted drug fruquintinib to standard immunotherapy (sintilimab) and chemotherapy (SOX) can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. About 120 participants will receive either the t…

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

This phase 2 trial tests a combination of four drugs—mannatide, two chemotherapy drugs, and an immunotherapy—as a first treatment for people with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that has spread or come back. The study will enroll 52 participants to see if the…

This study tests a new approach for people with locally advanced stomach cancer that has not spread to other organs. First, patients receive heated chemotherapy directly into the abdomen to kill any hidden cancer cells. Then they get an immunotherapy drug (serplulimab) combined w…

This study tests a combination of the immunotherapy drug sintilimab and a chemotherapy regimen called FOLFIRI as a second-line treatment for people with advanced HER2-negative stomach cancer that has progressed after initial therapy. The goal is to see if this approach can delay …

This study tests a procedure called calcium electroporation to stop bleeding from stomach cancer tumors. Doctors inject calcium into the tumor and use a special device to deliver small electrical pulses, which can help control bleeding. The trial will include 28 patients with adv…

This pilot study tests whether injecting a patient's own fat-derived cells into the lower esophagus is safe and feasible for treating GERD that doesn't respond well to medication. Fifteen adults with chronic acid reflux will undergo a minimally invasive endoscopic procedure. The …

This trial tests whether adding a drug called axatilimab to standard CAR-T cell therapy can improve outcomes for people with high-risk large B-cell lymphomas. Axatilimab works by conditioning macrophages, a type of immune cell, to potentially help the CAR-T cells fight cancer mor…

This study tests whether adding a second immunotherapy drug (ipilimumab) to the standard combination of sintilimab and chemotherapy helps shrink stomach tumors before surgery and keeps cancer from coming back afterward. About 720 adults with resectable stomach or gastroesophageal…

This 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…

This phase 2 trial tests whether combining two immunotherapy drugs (ipilimumab and sintilimab) with chemotherapy (modified XELOX) can shrink locally advanced stomach cancer that cannot be surgically removed. The goal is to make the tumors small enough for surgery. The study enrol…

This study looks at whether a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (Durvalumab and Tremelimumab) can control advanced stomach cancers with specific genetic features (dMMR/MSI-H) well enough to avoid surgery. The trial enrolls 12 adults who would normally need chemotherapy and s…

This study tests whether a simple blood test that detects tiny bits of tumor DNA (ctDNA) can help doctors decide which stomach cancer patients need extra chemotherapy after surgery. About 304 people with locally advanced stomach cancer will be randomly assigned to either standard…

This 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…

This study tests whether injecting a virus called RP2 directly into stomach and esophageal tumors, combined with standard FLOT chemotherapy, is safe and works better than chemotherapy alone before surgery. About 34 people with stage II or higher non-metastatic gastroesophageal ca…

This study tests whether a new tablet called Sto M Tab. works as well as the standard treatment Stillen Tab. for people with acute or chronic gastritis (stomach lining inflammation). About 470 adults aged 19-75 will take one of the two tablets for 2 weeks. The main goal is to see…

This study tests whether a simpler two-drug treatment (vonoprazan plus one antibiotic) works as well as a three-drug treatment (vonoprazan plus two antibiotics) for H. pylori infection. About 150 adults with confirmed H. pylori will take either regimen for 14 days. The main goal …

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding a cholesterol-lowering drug (Tafolecimab) to standard immunotherapy (Sintilimab) and chemotherapy (SOX) can shrink tumors in 30 people with advanced pMMR/MSS gastric cancer, a type that usually doesn't respond well to immunotherapy alone. T…

This study tests whether adding sodium propionate, a common food preservative, to standard immunotherapy and chemotherapy can improve tumor shrinkage in people with advanced stomach cancer. About 20 adults with inoperable gastric cancer will be randomly assigned to receive either…

This phase 2 trial tests a combination of three drugs—retlirafusp alfa, apatinib, and nab-paclitaxel—in 50 adults with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that has progressed after first-line immunotherapy. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors …

This study tests a new way to deliver radiation for gastric MALT lymphoma. Using AI, the treatment adapts each session to better protect nearby organs. About 25 adults with early-stage disease will take part. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and effective.

This study tests a new drug combination (SKB315 plus an immunotherapy) in people with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. About 80 participants in China will receive the treatment to see if it shrinks tumors. The goal is to cont…

This study looks at whether changing the type of chemotherapy after stomach cancer surgery can help people live longer. It involves 405 adults who had chemotherapy and immunotherapy before surgery. Depending on how much cancer remained after surgery, some will get a different tre…

This study tests a mix of treatments—including targeted therapy, immunotherapy, chemotherapy, and procedures that block blood flow to tumors or burn them—as a first treatment for people with a specific type of stomach cancer (HER2-high) that has spread to the liver. About 40 part…

This phase 2 trial tests a new immunotherapy drug called iparomlimab tolvorlimab (QL1706) in 30 people with a specific type of locally advanced stomach cancer (MSI-H/dMMR). The drug is given before and after surgery to see if it can eliminate the tumor. The main goal is to see ho…

This early-phase trial is testing a combination of two drugs—trastuzumab rezetecan and retlirafusp alfa—in 12 people with HER2-positive stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. The treatment is given before surgery to see if it can safely shrink tumors. The main focus is on s…

This early-phase trial tests whether adding the experimental drug futibatinib to standard chemotherapy (paclitaxel) and an antibody (ramucirumab) is safe for people with advanced stomach, gastroesophageal junction, or esophageal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The study…

This study tests a combination of two drugs, nemtabrutinib and rituximab, in about 35 adults with marginal zone lymphoma, a slow-growing blood cancer. The goal is to see if the combo is safe and can shrink or eliminate tumors. Participants will receive the drugs by mouth and thro…

This study looks at whether adding a common blood pressure medication (beta-blocker) to standard immunotherapy can help shrink stomach cancer before surgery. It will include 33 adults with high blood pressure and locally advanced stomach cancer. The goal is to see if the combinat…

This study tests a new drug, BHB810, in adults with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The drug is given as an IV infusion every two weeks. The main goals are to check safety and find the best dose, while also seein…

This early-phase trial tests a new treatment for stomach cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen. Ten adults will receive specially engineered immune cells (NK cells) infused directly into the abdomen, along with standard chemotherapy drugs. The main goals are to find…

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

This early-phase study tests a new drug called HLX3902 in about 48 people with advanced prostate cancer or other solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal is to check the drug's safety and find the best dose. The drug is designed to help the …

This study tests a combination of three drugs (sintilimab, bevacizumab, and chemotherapy) in people with a rare and aggressive type of stomach cancer that produces a protein called AFP. The goal is to shrink the tumors enough so they can be surgically removed. About 46 adults wit…

This study tests a combination of three drugs (disitamab vedotin, tunlametinib, and a PD-1 antibody) in people with advanced stomach cancer that has a specific protein (HER2) and has not responded to at least two prior treatments. The goal is to see if the combo can shrink tumors…

This study tests giving a combination of chemotherapy (FLOT) and an immunotherapy drug (durvalumab) before surgery, followed by more durvalumab after surgery, for people with stomach or esophageal cancer that can be removed. The goal is to see if this approach leads to a complete…

This phase 2 trial tests giving short course radiation therapy along with standard chemotherapy before surgery for stomach cancer. The goal is to see if this total neoadjuvant therapy leads to a higher rate of complete cancer disappearance, with fewer side effects than traditiona…

This clinical trial is testing a new approach for people with advanced HER2-negative stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. The treatment combines two immunotherapy drugs (iparomlimab and tuvonralimab) with standard chemotherapy (SOX) and a…

This pilot trial will test a disposable endoscope in 40 adults undergoing POEM procedures for achalasia or gastroparesis. The goal is to see if the single-use scope works as well as standard reusable scopes, potentially reducing infection risk. All participants receive standard c…

This study looks at a new treatment for people with a specific type of advanced stomach cancer (HER2-positive) that has stopped responding to standard therapies. It combines a targeted drug (disitamab vedotin) with immunotherapy and a special type of radiation. The goal is to see…

This study looks at whether adding sucralfate (a protective coating agent) to standard esomeprazole (a stomach acid reducer) helps heal artificial ulcers created during endoscopic surgery for early stomach cancer or precancerous growths. About 120 adults will be randomly assigned…

This study tests a new treatment for advanced stomach cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen. It compares standard chemotherapy given as a spray inside the belly (PIPAC) with a virus-based therapy (VRT106) given the same way. The goal is to see which is safer and wor…

This study compares two types of minimally invasive surgery for early-stage stomach cancer: a newer robotic method using fewer incisions (reduced-port) and the standard laparoscopic method. About 538 patients will be randomly assigned to one of the two surgeries. The main goal is…

This study tests whether adding the drugs SHR-1701 and apatinib to standard chemotherapy before surgery can improve outcomes for people with resectable locally advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. About 80 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either SHR-17…

This study tests an experimental drug called QLS5132, given with other cancer treatments, for people with advanced solid tumors like stomach, lung, endometrial, and ovarian cancers. The goal is to find safe doses and see if the combination shrinks tumors. About 626 participants w…

This study compares two ways of giving the immunotherapy drug AK104 alongside standard chemotherapy for people with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. One group gets AK104 as a shot under the skin (subcutaneous), the other as a…

This study tests a combination of two drugs—CVL237 tablets and serplulimab injection—in people with advanced solid tumors that have lost or have low levels of a protein called PTEN. The trial aims to find the safest dose and see if the combo can shrink tumors or delay their growt…

This study tests whether domperidone, a drug that speeds up stomach emptying, can help people with type 1 diabetes keep their blood sugar in a healthy range. About 70 adults with type 1 diabetes who have slow stomach emptying but no digestive symptoms will take either domperidone…

This phase II trial tests whether adding low-dose radiotherapy and the immunotherapy drug tislelizumab to standard chemotherapy can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. About 114 participants will be randomly assigned to r…

This early-stage study tests a new treatment called IM96 CAR-T for people with advanced stomach or esophageal cancer that hasn't responded to standard therapies. The treatment uses a patient's own immune cells, modified to better attack cancer cells. The main goal is to check saf…

This study tests a drug called esomeprazole, given through an IV, to prevent stress ulcers and acid reflux in 50 adults recovering from surgery in the intensive care unit (ICU). The goal is to see if it can keep stomach acid low enough to reduce the risk of bleeding. Participants…

This early-stage trial tests an experimental treatment called CBG131 for adults with advanced stomach or pancreatic cancer that has a specific marker (CLDN18.2). The therapy uses a patient's own immune cells, modified in a lab to target and attack cancer cells. The main goals are…

This study tests a traditional Chinese herbal formula (Compound Granules of Hedyotis diffusa) in 20 adults with chronic atrophic gastritis, a condition that can lead to stomach cancer. Participants take the herbal granules for 12 months and are followed for another 12 months. The…

This study looks at people with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) who have already had a successful mitral valve repair. It compares two approaches: catheter ablation (a procedure to fix the heart's electrical signals) versus standard medical care. The goal is to see i…

This trial will test a new robot system designed to help surgeons perform laparoscopic surgery from a remote location. The study includes 98 adults with cancers like colorectal, esophageal, liver, or cervical cancer who need surgery. The main goal is to see how often the surgery …

This study compares two laparoscopic surgeries—Nissen fundoplication and Hill-Snow repair—for children with hiatal hernia and severe acid reflux. Forty participants will be randomly assigned to one surgery, and doctors will use a camera (endoscope) before, during, and after to ch…

This phase 2 trial is testing whether adding an experimental immunotherapy drug called SHR-1701 to standard chemotherapy can help people with stomach cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen. The study will enroll 60 adults and compare two different chemotherapy combin…

This early-phase trial is testing whether a single dose of two immunotherapy drugs (tremelimumab and durvalumab) can increase cancer-fighting immune cells inside tumors. It includes 34 people with untreated, non-metastatic stomach or esophageal cancers that have an ARID1A gene mu…

This phase 2 trial tests two different drug combinations given before surgery for people with a specific type of stomach cancer (dMMR/MSI-H). Participants will receive the immunotherapy drug adebrelimab plus either chemotherapy or another immunotherapy drug (SHR-8068). The goal i…

This study tests a combination of two drugs, TAS-102 and apatinib, as a third-line treatment for advanced gastric cancer. About 30 adults who have already tried two prior treatments will take these pills in cycles. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors and delay…

This study tests whether adding the drug ivonescimab to standard chemotherapy (SOX) can better shrink or eliminate tumors in people with locally advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer before surgery. About 154 adults aged 18-75 will be randomly assigned to receive e…

This early-phase trial tests a new drug called TPD3310 in 112 people 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 weekly injections over 28-day cycl…

This study tests a new drug called JPI-547 combined with irinotecan for people with advanced stomach cancer that has come back or spread after at least two prior treatments. The goal is to see if the combination is safe and can shrink tumors. About 49 adults with good performance…

This study tests a new drug called IBI363, which helps the immune system attack cancer cells, combined with other drugs (bevacizumab with or without nab-paclitaxel) as a second treatment for people with advanced stomach cancer. About 50 adults aged 18-75 whose cancer worsened aft…

This early-phase study tests a new drug called QLS5316 in about 300 adults with advanced solid tumors (such as colorectal, stomach, head and neck, or lung cancer) that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the right dose, a…

This early-phase trial tests an mRNA immunotherapy for people with tumors linked to the Epstein-Barr virus, such as nasopharyngeal cancer, gastric cancer, and lymphoma. The treatment aims to help the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells. Researchers will check safety a…

This early-phase trial tests SL-28, a cell therapy made from donor immune cells, in 60 people with advanced solid tumors (like lung, pancreatic, or breast cancer) that haven't responded to standard treatments. The study aims to find a safe dose and see if the therapy can shrink t…

This study tests if robot-assisted surgery helps people with a certain type of stomach cancer live longer without the cancer coming back, compared to standard laparoscopy. About 335 adults aged 18-80 with stage cT4a stomach cancer will be randomly assigned to one of the two surgi…

This early-stage trial tests a new treatment called AB-201 for advanced HER2-positive stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. AB-201 uses specially engineered natural killer cells to target and kill cancer cells. The study will enroll 18 adults whose cancer has not responded…

This early-stage trial tests a new type of cell therapy called CAR-T cells that are designed to target two proteins (CD73 and AXL) found on stomach cancer cells. The study will enroll 42 people with stage IV stomach cancer that has not responded to standard treatments. The main g…

This study tests a new drug called KN026, combined with chemotherapy and an immunotherapy (enlonstobart), as a first treatment for people with HER2-positive advanced stomach cancer that cannot be removed by surgery. About 490 participants will be split into groups to compare this…

This study tests the drug Enhertu in 43 people with newly diagnosed HER2-positive stomach, esophageal, or gastroesophageal junction cancer that has spread. Participants have a lower physical ability (ECOG 2) and will receive Enhertu by IV every 3 weeks. The main goal is to see ho…

This phase 2 trial will test a combination of immunotherapy drugs and chemotherapy given before surgery for people with a specific genetic subtype of stomach cancer (dMMR/MSI-H). The study aims to see how well this approach clears the tumor and to understand why some patients do …

This Phase 3 trial tests whether adding an immunotherapy drug (adebrelimab) and a targeted therapy (apatinib) to standard chemotherapy (SOX) can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced stomach cancer that cannot be removed right away. The study will enroll 118 participa…

This Phase II trial tests whether adding a new immunotherapy drug (QL1706) to standard chemotherapy (SOX) before surgery can completely eliminate stomach cancer in patients with a specific, aggressive type. About 74 adults with stage III diffuse-type gastric cancer will be random…

This study tests a treatment plan for people with stomach cancer that has spread to the lining of the abdomen. The plan combines heated chemotherapy directly in the abdomen (HIPEC), standard chemotherapy, and an immunotherapy drug called tislelizumab. The goal is to see if this c…

This study tests a less invasive surgical approach for people with early gastric cancer who need additional treatment after an initial endoscopic removal. The procedure uses a special dye to guide removal of nearby lymph nodes, with or without removing a small part of the stomach…

This study tests whether electroacupuncture (a type of acupuncture with mild electrical pulses) can help reverse damage to the stomach lining in people with chronic atrophic gastritis. About 100 adults aged 18-75 will receive either electroacupuncture plus standard medication or …

This study will test whether standard treatment to eliminate H. pylori bacteria can improve ongoing stomach and gut symptoms in 100 adults. Participants will receive antibiotics and acid-reducing medication, and their symptoms will be tracked using a questionnaire. The goal is to…

This study tests a new drug called TST001 added to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy for people with advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that has not been treated before. The goal is to see if the combination helps control the tumor longer and improves surv…

This study tests a new drug called zanidatamab, given with chemotherapy before surgery, for people with a specific type of stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that has high levels of HER2 protein. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink tumors more effectively t…

This study tests whether a simple blood test that detects tiny traces of cancer DNA can guide treatment decisions after gastric cancer surgery. About 90 patients will have their blood tested after surgery, and those with no detectable cancer DNA may safely skip additional chemoth…

This study compares a new, less invasive surgery that removes only the cancerous upper part of the stomach to the standard full stomach removal. The goal is to see if the new approach helps patients lose less weight one year after surgery. The trial will enroll 120 adults with ea…

This early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called ACC-1898, taken as a daily pill, in adults with advanced solid tumors (like liver, kidney, or stomach cancer) that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to find a safe dose and see how the body handl…

This trial tests a new surgical method called Alinasser's technique for repairing symptomatic hiatal hernia. The procedure uses a mesh to rebuild the ligament that normally holds the esophagus in place, aiming to reduce the chance of hernia recurrence. Sixty adults who have not r…

This study tests two drugs, zanidatamab and tislelizumab, combined with standard chemo or radiation for people with HER2-positive stomach or colorectal cancers. About 70 adults aged 18-75 will receive the treatment to see if it shrinks tumors and controls the disease. The goal is…

This study tests a new device called DragonFly M2 to repair leaky mitral valves in people with moderate-to-severe or severe mitral regurgitation who are at high risk for surgery. The device is inserted through a blood vessel, avoiding open-heart surgery. The study will check if t…

This early-stage study tests a new robotic surgery method that uses only one small incision to remove stomach cancer. The goal is to see if it is safe and works well. Twenty adults with stomach cancer will take part, and doctors will watch for complications during and up to 30 da…

This Phase 2 trial will test an experimental drug called SSGJ-706 combined with standard chemotherapy (and sometimes another drug, bevacizumab) in 300 people with advanced gastrointestinal cancers that cannot be surgically removed. The goal is to see if the combination is safe an…

This study compares two versions of a minimally invasive procedure called POEM for treating achalasia, a swallowing disorder. The standard POEM often causes severe heartburn afterward. The new version, Sling-Fiber Preserving POEM, aims to reduce that risk by leaving certain stoma…

This study tests whether adding brentuximab vedotin to standard chemotherapy (R-CHP) works better for people newly diagnosed with a rare, aggressive lymphoma linked to the Epstein-Barr virus. About 25 adults will receive the combination and be followed for 2 years to see if the c…

This study is testing whether adding a probiotic called Lactobacillus johnsonii to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy can help control advanced lung, breast, or stomach cancers. About 156 adults aged 18-75 will be randomly assigned to receive either the probiotic or a placeb…

This study tests whether a family-supervised program combining exercise, nutrition advice, and psychological support can reduce complications after stomach cancer surgery. About 90 adults who will receive chemotherapy before surgery are randomly assigned to either the program plu…

This study tests a new, single-use endoscope for a procedure called ECCL, which tightens the valve between the stomach and esophagus to treat GERD. Researchers will compare the disposable scope to traditional reusable scopes in 46 adults with hard-to-treat reflux. The goal is to …

This study tests a new device called the HighLife TSMVR system for people with severe mitral regurgitation, a condition where the heart's mitral valve leaks. The device is placed through a catheter via a vein, avoiding open-heart surgery. The trial will include 240 participants w…

This clinical trial tests a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (Iparomlimab and Tuvonralimab) plus chemotherapy (albumin-bound paclitaxel) as a second-line treatment for advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. The study will enroll 30 adults whose cancer has wor…

This early-phase trial will test NK510, a cell therapy, in 15 people with advanced stomach or colorectal cancer that has come back or not responded to at least two prior treatments. NK510 is given through an IV or directly into the abdomen. The main goals are to check safety and …

This study tests a new drug called CVL006 combined with standard chemotherapy or other targeted drugs in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to previous treatments. The trial has two phases: first, to find the safest dose, and second, to see if the combinati…

This study tests whether berberine, a natural compound, can reverse gastric intestinal metaplasia—a precancerous condition in the stomach lining. Researchers will give 204 adults without H. pylori infection either berberine or a placebo daily for 6 months, checking every 4 weeks …

This phase 2 trial tests a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (iparomlimab and tuvonralimab), a targeted therapy (lenvatinib), and chemotherapy (SOX) in 20 people with a specific type of advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer (MSI-H/dMMR). The goal is to see if …

This is the first human study of an experimental cancer drug called M7437, which targets a specific protein found on certain tumor cells. The study will test the safety, side effects, and early effectiveness of M7437 in 138 people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped resp…

This 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. …

This study aims to see if testing stool samples for multiple markers can accurately screen for stomach and colorectal cancers. About 5,000 adults scheduled for endoscopy will provide a stool sample before the procedure and be followed for two years. The goal is to develop a non-i…

This study tests whether a special ultrasound technique, called contrast-enhanced subharmonic ultrasound, can predict if chemotherapy is working for stomach cancer that has spread to the liver. Currently, doctors wait about 2 months for CT or MRI scans to see tumor shrinkage. Thi…

This study tests a new PET imaging tracer, [68Ga]Ga-NODAGA-SNA014, to detect a protein called Claudin18.2 in pancreatic and stomach cancers. The goal is to see if the scan can accurately identify patients whose tumors have this protein, which could help doctors choose the right t…

This study will test whether combining a special PET scan (18F-FAPI) with detailed MRI can better detect stomach cancer and its spread. Researchers will compare the accuracy of these scans in 230 people with suspected or confirmed gastric cancer. The goal is to see if this combo …

This study looks at whether a special microscope on a thin probe (pCLE) can better detect early stomach cancer than the usual biopsy method. Researchers will review past cases from 169 patients who had both tests. The goal is to see which method is more sensitive and accurate, wh…

This study explores a new way to diagnose gastric cancer by analyzing tiny particles called extracellular vesicles found in stomach fluid. Researchers will collect stomach fluid from 100 patients undergoing gastroscopy and use a special sensor to detect cancer-related changes. Th…

This study explores whether routine blood vessel tests can help identify depression in people with chronic atrophic gastritis, a stomach condition. Many patients with this disease have undiagnosed depression due to stigma. Researchers will use ultrasound and other vascular measur…

This study tests a new, less invasive way to screen for stomach cancer using a magnetic-guided video capsule that patients swallow. The capsule is steered by a robot and uses AI to check the stomach for suspicious spots. Researchers will compare its accuracy to standard endoscopy…

This study tests a new fluorescent dye that attaches to cancer cells, helping surgeons see exactly where a stomach tumor ends during surgery. The probe is tested on freshly removed stomach tissue from 32 patients. If successful, it could lead to more precise cancer removal and fe…

This study tests whether an artificial intelligence (AI) system can help doctors more accurately score a stomach condition called gastric intestinal metaplasia, which can lead to cancer. Eight endoscopists will review videos of stomach exams, some with AI help and some without, t…

This study tests a new breath test to detect cancers of the stomach and esophagus. Participants provide a breath sample before and after drinking a special liquid. The test looks for chemicals in the breath that may signal cancer. The goal is to see if the drink makes these chemi…

This study will develop and test a diagnostic model to help doctors identify early gastric cancer during endoscopy. Researchers will use a special imaging technique called narrow band imaging (NBI) to examine suspicious lesions in 300 patients aged 40-80. The goal is to improve a…

This study tests a new radioactive imaging agent called 68Ga-NOTA-GPA33 nanobody, which targets a protein (GPA33) found on some cancer cells. Researchers will use PET scans to see if this agent can better detect and stage colorectal, stomach, and pancreatic cancers in 56 patients…

This 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 …

This 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…

This study tests whether finding and treating a high-risk type of H. pylori bacteria can prevent stomach cancer. Over 4,800 adults aged 40 and older will be assigned to either standard care or a program that screens for risky H. pylori subtypes and offers antibiotic treatment. Re…

This study tests whether an anti-bloating patch can reduce stomach swelling after heart surgery. Stomach bloating is common after cardiac procedures and can slow recovery. The trial will compare standard care alone to standard care plus the patch in 150 adults undergoing elective…

This study tests whether an 8-week online mindfulness program can reduce emotional distress and reflux symptoms in 500 adults with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Participants are randomly assigned to either the mindfulness program or usual care. The goal is to see if lea…

This study tests whether a daily breathing exercise program can reduce symptoms and improve quality of life in people with non-erosive reflux disease (NERD). Sixty participants will either do high-resistance breathing exercises or a sham version with no resistance for 8 weeks. Re…

This study explores whether a personalized music therapy session, called music-assisted relaxation and imagery (MARI), can reduce pain and change gene activity in people recovering from open surgery for stomach, pancreas, bile duct, liver, or peritoneal cancer. Participants will …

This study tests whether a dietary supplement made from ginger and perilla (Dispepril®) can improve stomach symptoms in people with functional dyspepsia, a condition causing fullness, bloating, and pain after eating. 400 adults will be randomly assigned to take the supplement alo…

This study tests whether a low dose of olanzapine, a drug often used for nausea, can help gastric cancer patients avoid weight loss and keep their appetite during chemotherapy before surgery. About 26 adults with stomach cancer will be randomly assigned to receive olanzapine or s…

This study tests a new way to fix hernias using a needle guided by ultrasound, avoiding large cuts and general anesthesia. It is for adults who cannot or do not want standard surgery. About 30 people will be followed for 8 months to see if the procedure is safe and improves quali…

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

This study looks at whether intermittent fasting is safe and doable for people with advanced solid tumors who are starting immunotherapy. About 90 participants will be split into three groups: no fasting, eating only during an 8-hour window each day, or fasting every other day. R…

This study tests a digital tool called RECapp that helps patients recover after surgery for esophageal or stomach cancer. The app lets patients track symptoms, get personalized self-care advice, and know when to contact their healthcare team. 250 adults in Sweden will use the app…

This study tests a new medical device that forms a protective barrier in the esophagus to reduce heartburn and other GERD symptoms. Fifty adults with non-erosive GERD will take the device or a placebo four times daily for two weeks, then switch. The goal is to see if it relieves …

This study tests a special magnet system to create a new passage between the stomach and small intestine in people with gastric outlet obstruction (a blockage that prevents food from leaving the stomach). The goal is to relieve symptoms without traditional surgery. Ten adults who…

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

This study tests whether a small, non-invasive device that delivers mild electrical pulses to the skin can reduce heartburn in people with Non-Erosive Reflux Disease (NERD). 204 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either real stimulation or a sham (inactive) treatme…

This study looks at whether adding Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to standard medical care can reduce stomach symptoms in adults with functional dyspepsia, a condition causing pain or discomfort after eating. About 90 adults aged 18-65 will be randomly assigned to receive eit…

This study tests whether a personalized, supervised exercise program done at home can improve physical function in people who have finished treatment for gastroesophageal cancer. About 20 survivors will receive tailored aerobic and resistance exercises via video calls. The goal i…

This study tests whether adding digestive enzymes to standard treatment helps people with functional dyspepsia, a condition causing stomach fullness, pain, and burning. 120 adults will take either enzymes plus standard care or standard care alone for 4 weeks. Researchers will tra…

This study tests whether Anakinra, a drug that reduces inflammation, can prevent dangerous drops in blood sugar after meals in a patient who had his stomach removed. The 52-year-old man also has kidney failure and needs dialysis. Over 10 weeks, he will receive either Anakinra or …

This study looks at whether changing the settings on an already-implanted stomach pacemaker (Enterra™) can reduce chronic abdominal pain in people with gastroparesis, a condition where the stomach empties slowly. Researchers will randomly assign 150 adults to one of three stimula…

This study tests if a gentle electrical stimulation on the outer ear can activate the vagus nerve and reduce nausea, vomiting, and stomach discomfort in people with diabetes and gastroparesis. Sixty adults with both conditions will receive the treatment and report symptom changes…

This 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 …

This 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…

This study tests a traditional Chinese herbal formula called Chaizhi Hewei Decoction for people with non-erosive reflux disease (NERD), a type of acid reflux without visible damage. The trial will randomly assign 66 adults to receive either the herbal granules or a placebo for 4 …

This study tests whether electroacupuncture—acupuncture with mild electrical pulses—can safely ease symptoms of functional dyspepsia, a condition causing stomach fullness or pain after eating. About 105 adults aged 18 to 80 will be split into groups receiving needles on the abdom…

This study tests whether acotiamide works better than itopride for people with functional dyspepsia, a condition causing fullness, pain, or burning after meals. About 368 adults will take one of the two pills three times daily for 4 weeks and track their symptoms. The goal is to …

This study tests if inflating a small balloon in the stomach during surgery can prevent nausea, vomiting, and slow stomach emptying after pancreatic tumor removal. About 70 adults will be randomly assigned to get the balloon procedure or standard surgery. Researchers will track r…

This study tests two methods to reduce pain after keyhole stomach surgery for cancer. One method uses a standard ultrasound-guided nerve block, while the other applies a special temperature-sensitive gel mixed with numbing medicine directly to the surgical site. The goal is to se…

This study tests whether using a special imaging technique called Red Dichromatic Imaging (RDI) throughout the entire ESD procedure can reduce serious complications like bleeding and perforation, and shorten surgery time. About 640 adults with early stomach cancer or precancerous…

This study tests whether a personalized exercise program, tracked by a smartwatch, can help reduce fatigue in people who have finished chemotherapy for certain cancers (breast, colorectal, ovarian, pancreatic, or gastric). About 98 participants will be randomly assigned to either…

This study tests whether a drug called megestrol acetate can help prevent weight loss in people with stage III stomach cancer who are about to have surgery. About 48 participants will receive either standard treatment (chemoimmunotherapy) or standard treatment plus megestrol acet…

This study tests whether a special imaging mode called RDI helps doctors remove early-stage cancers from the stomach, esophagus, or colon more quickly and safely than standard white-light endoscopy. About 158 adults with early cancers or precancerous lesions will be randomly assi…

This study compares two surgical techniques to relieve severe heartburn (GERD) in people who have already had sleeve gastrectomy weight-loss surgery. About 35 participants will receive either a ligamentum teres cardiopexy or a gastric bypass. The goal is to see which surgery bett…

This study tests whether remimazolam, a newer anesthetic, can reduce the risk of postoperative delirium (sudden confusion) in elderly patients undergoing laparoscopic stomach cancer surgery. Researchers will compare remimazolam to standard anesthesia in 170 patients aged 65 and o…

This study tests whether gentle electrical stimulation on acupoints can reduce stomach acid backing up into the throat during general anesthesia with an i-gel breathing tube. About 116 adults having surgery will be randomly assigned to receive the stimulation or no stimulation. T…

This study will test whether giving dexamethasone, dexmedetomidine, or both right after gallbladder surgery helps the gut start working again sooner. 160 adults having laparoscopic gallbladder removal will be randomly assigned to one of four groups, including a placebo. The main …

This study tests a new painkiller called anrikefon in 114 people recovering from laparoscopic stomach cancer surgery. The drug aims to control pain with fewer side effects like nausea and drowsiness than standard opioids. Researchers will measure how much extra opioid pain medici…

This study looks at whether a multi-strain probiotic capsule can reduce common digestive issues like bloating, fullness, and stomach pain in adults with functional dyspepsia. Sixty participants will take either the probiotic or a placebo daily for 60 days and report their symptom…

This study compares two types of heart valve surgery: a newer, less invasive method through a small cut on the right side of the chest versus the traditional method through a cut down the middle of the chest. Researchers will measure how quickly patients recover, including time o…

This study tests a new form of the drug megestrol acetate (nano-crystalline) combined with a standard anti-nausea medicine to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy. It involves 127 people with stomach cancer who are starting their first chemotherapy. The goal is to s…

This study tests whether a mobile app that plays guided imagery sessions can help reduce chronic abdominal pain in children aged 7 to 12. Participants listen to 10-15 minute audio sessions five days a week for eight weeks, alongside their usual care. The goal is to see if this ap…

This phase 2 trial tests whether a combination of fosamprenavir (an HIV medication) and sodium alginate (a seaweed-based thickener) can ease heartburn and regurgitation in people whose reflux doesn't improve with standard acid-blocking pills. Sixty adults aged 18 to 65 will take …

This study tests a 'peri-habilitation' program for 30 gastric cancer patients aged 65 and older. Participants receive nutrition education and protein-enriched soy milk for two weeks before surgery, plus exercise training and continued nutrition support for three weeks after leavi…

This study tests whether a herbal medicine called STW 5-II can reduce inflammation in the gut lining and ease symptoms like stomach pain, bloating, and fullness after eating in people with functional dyspepsia. About 100 adults will take either the herbal remedy or a placebo for …

This study looks at whether two types of breathing training can reduce symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in adults. About 51 participants will be randomly assigned to do volume-oriented incentive spirometry, diaphragmatic breathing exercises, or usual care for 6 …

This study compares two drugs, acotiamide and itopride, to see which one better relieves symptoms like fullness, bloating, and early fullness after meals in people with postprandial distress syndrome. The trial will include 152 adults aged 18-70 who have been diagnosed using stan…

This study follows 200 people with functional dyspepsia, a common stomach disorder causing fullness and pain after meals. Participants will take itopride as part of their normal care. Researchers will track symptom changes over 16 weeks to see if the drug helps in real-world sett…

This study compares a new balloon-assisted technique to the standard water-injection method for creating a stomach-to-intestine bypass in people with gastric outlet obstruction. The blockage, often caused by advanced cancer, leads to nausea, vomiting, and malnutrition. The new ap…

This study tests a new drug called JP-1366 for people with non-erosive gastroesophageal reflux disease (NERD), a condition causing heartburn without visible damage to the esophagus. About 321 adults will take either JP-1366 or a placebo daily. The main goal is to see if the drug …

This study looks at whether emotional distress before treatment affects how well immunotherapy works in people with locally advanced stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. Researchers will measure distress using questionnaires and track tumor response after surgery. The goa…

This study tests a new one-click autofocus system for magnifying endoscopy, which uses computer vision to automatically focus the camera during stomach exams. Researchers will compare it to the standard manual focus method in 93 patients with stomach diseases. The goal is to see …

This study looks at whether sleep patterns—like duration, quality, and heart rate during sleep—are linked to how well stomach cancer responds to immunotherapy before surgery. Researchers will monitor sleep non-invasively in 120 patients with locally advanced gastric or gastroesop…

This study looks at whether people with acid reflux or a hiatal hernia can safely skip a test called esophageal manometry before their surgery. The test, which involves a thin tube through the nose to measure throat muscles, can be uncomfortable and delay surgery. Researchers wil…

This study looks at whether a tumor's DNA repair status (MMR) changes how well the presence of cancer cells in lymph vessels predicts spread to lymph nodes in stomach cancer. Researchers will review medical records of 3,000 patients who had surgery. The goal is to improve risk as…

This study looks at how severe GERD symptoms are linked to posture problems, muscle pain, and physical activity in adults aged 18 to 65. Researchers will measure symptoms, take posture photos, and ask about pain and exercise. No treatment is given—the goal is simply to understand…

This study looks at how often polyps in the stomach or colon grow back after being removed during a scope procedure. Researchers will follow about 2,000 adults for up to three years to track recurrence and identify risk factors like polyp size, lifestyle, and health history. The …

This study will examine 4,000 adults aged 40 and older in India using high-definition endoscopy to find early stomach cancer and precancerous changes. Participants are people already scheduled for an upper GI endoscopy due to digestive symptoms. The goal is to learn how common th…

This study will collect data from 10,000 people undergoing upper endoscopy to build an AI model that predicts the risk of developing stomach or esophageal cancer. Researchers will combine information from endoscopy images, tissue samples, genetics, and gut bacteria. Participants …

This study looks at whether measuring bile acids and pepsin in saliva can help identify people who develop acid reflux or esophageal damage after sleeve gastrectomy (a type of weight-loss surgery). About 60 adults will give saliva samples before surgery and again 1 and 3 years af…

This 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…

This 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…

This study tests whether a personalized blood test (Signatera) can identify gastric cancer patients who, after surgery, have no detectable cancer DNA and can safely receive a milder immunotherapy (durvalumab) instead of standard chemotherapy. About 1000 adults with stage II-IVa g…

This study tests whether using MRI scans to plan radiotherapy is better than using CT scans alone. Researchers will work with up to 150 cancer patients and 15 healthy volunteers to see if MRI can make treatment more precise and reduce side effects. The goal is to improve how tumo…

This study looks at whether using a stomach ultrasound before sedation can help anesthesiologists make safer decisions for chronic pain patients. These patients often take opioids or have other conditions that slow stomach emptying, raising the risk of food or liquid entering the…

This study looks at how emotional state influences the course of functional dyspepsia and irritable bowel syndrome in 150 adults. Participants will fill out questionnaires about their quality of life, mood, and anxiety at the start and after treatment. The goal is to better under…

This study compares how two weight-loss surgeries—gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy—affect acid reflux in 128 obese patients. Participants will be randomly assigned to one surgery, and their reflux will be measured before and after using a 24-hour pH test. The goal is to see …

This study will follow 72 adults with early-stage gastroesophageal cancer to see how their physical function changes during chemotherapy. Participants will have their physical abilities measured at several points over six months. The goal is to understand which patients are at ri…

This study looks at whether a simple blood test can help doctors decide the best treatment after surgery for stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer. About 32 people with stage III or IVA cancer will give blood samples before and after surgery to check for tumor DNA. The goal…

This study looks at whether combining a blood test for H. pylori bacteria with a painless stomach ultrasound can predict serious complications from peptic ulcers, like bleeding or a hole in the stomach. Researchers will study 230 adults with stomach symptoms to see if these non-i…

This early-stage study tests whether a magnetic tracer and a fluorescent dye can safely help doctors find lymph nodes where stomach cancer may have spread. About 20 adults with early stomach cancer will receive the injection before surgery. The goal is to see if this method is sa…

This study will follow 3000 adults aged 40 and older who are at high risk for stomach cancer. Participants will provide a stool sample and have a normal stomach exam at the start. Researchers will track who develops stomach cancer over 10 years to see if a simple stool test can p…

This early-stage study compares two versions of a drug for gastritis, a condition that causes stomach inflammation. Researchers will give 28 healthy adults both forms of the drug at different times to see which one is safer and how the body processes it. The goal is to gather inf…

This study compares two ways to reconnect the digestive tract after pancreatic cancer surgery (Whipple procedure). The goal is to see which method reduces delayed stomach emptying, a common complication. About 124 adults having this surgery will be randomly assigned to one of the…

This study will follow 100 people who have had their stomach removed (gastrectomy) to see how their muscles change over time. Researchers will measure muscle thickness in the arms and legs to understand the pattern of muscle loss and how nutrition plays a role. The goal is to gat…

This study will look at 130 people with H. pylori-related gastritis to see if the infection is linked to anxiety, depression, or other psychological symptoms. Researchers will also check whether treating the infection improves mental health. The goal is to better understand the c…

This study will examine how metabolic syndrome—a cluster of conditions like high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and excess belly fat—relates to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Researchers will enroll 50 adults with metabolic syndrome and use an endoscopy to check for s…

This study will measure two molecules, called miRNA-155 and miRNA-204, in stomach tissue from 100 children with ongoing belly pain. The goal is to see if these molecules are linked to gastritis (stomach inflammation) and infection with H. pylori bacteria. Researchers will use spe…

This study looks at whether stopping GLP-1 receptor agonists (like Ozempic or Wegovy) for two weeks before an upper endoscopy lowers the chance of food staying in the stomach. Researchers will review medical records from over 16,000 people to compare those who paused the drug wit…

This study looks at whether a blood test for circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) can detect leftover cancer after surgery in people with breast, lung, prostate, ovarian, or stomach cancer. About 840 participants will give blood samples before and after standard treatments. No new treat…

This study looks at how obesity and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) are connected. Researchers will measure how common obesity is among 200 adults with GERD. The goal is to better understand the link between these two conditions.

This study will test a magnetically-controlled capsule endoscope—a pill-sized camera—to check the stomach after surgery in 120 elderly patients or those with other health conditions. The goal is to see if this less invasive method is as safe and effective as traditional endoscopy…

This large study will follow over 6,700 adults with obesity-related cancers (like breast, colorectal, or lung cancer) to track changes in their body fat and muscle using advanced imaging. The goal is to see how these changes relate to survival, cancer recurrence, and quality of l…

This study will follow 460 diabetes patients who take semaglutide to see if those with nerve damage (neuropathy) are more likely to develop stomach retention, where food stays in the stomach too long. Participants will have a stomach exam to check for retained food or liquid. The…

This study will compare two groups of people having an endoscopy: those who stopped taking semaglutide for one week beforehand, and those who never took it. The goal is to see if stopping the drug reduces leftover food or liquid in the stomach, which can make the procedure safer …

This study will look at 150 infants and children aged 1 month to 4 years who are admitted to a hospital gastroenterology unit with a gastrointestinal disease. The goal is to find out how common electrolyte disturbances (like low sodium or potassium) are in these children. By meas…