COLON CANCER

This early-phase trial tests an experimental drug called RSC-1255, given alone or with hydroxychloroquine, in people with advanced solid tumors (like lung, colon, or pancreatic cancer) who have run out of standard options. The study has two parts: first, finding a safe dose, and …

This study tests a combination of two drugs (fruquintinib and FOLFIRI) in people with advanced colorectal cancer that has spread. It is for those who have already had one prior treatment. The goal is to see if this new combination can help control the cancer longer and with manag…

This study tests a drug called dostarlimab in 25 people with stage II or III colon cancer that has a specific genetic feature (dMMR). The drug is given before any surgery to see if it can shrink the tumor enough that surgery may not be needed. Participants receive the drug every …

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

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

This early-phase trial tests a new drug that delivers radiation directly to cancer cells carrying a specific protein called GRPR. The study includes 48 adults with advanced cancers like prostate, breast, lung, or colon cancer that have not responded to standard treatments. The ma…

This early-stage study tests a new type of cancer vaccine made from irradiated tumor and nearby cells. It aims to see if the vaccine is safe and can help the immune system fight advanced solid tumors like osteosarcoma, pancreatic cancer, and others. About 54 people will take part…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called PHN-012 in people with advanced colon, pancreatic, or lung cancer that has stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug is an antibody-drug conjugate, designed to deliver a powerful cancer-killing agent directly to tumor cells…

This study tests a new therapy where a person's own white blood cells are collected, genetically modified in a lab to recognize and attack cancer cells with a specific mutation (KRAS G12V), and then infused back. Participants also receive chemotherapy and a drug to boost cell act…

This phase 2 trial is testing whether a combination of immunotherapy drugs (sintilimab, IBI310, and lenvatinib) can help people with non-metastatic dMMR/MSI-H stomach or colon cancers avoid radical surgery. About 34 participants will receive up to 24 weeks of treatment, and those…

This study tests a new drug called MDX2001 in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread. The main goals are to check the drug's safety and see if it can shrink tumors. About 285 adults with various cancers like lung, breast, or colon cancer will take part. This is an ear…

This study looks at two ways to treat colon cancer that has blocked the bowel. One option is emergency surgery to remove the cancer right away. The other is to first place a stent (a small tube) or create a stoma (an opening in the belly) to relieve the blockage, and then do surg…

This Phase 1 trial is testing an oral drug called AUR107 in 50 adults with advanced solid tumors that have come back after prior treatment. The study aims to find a safe dose and understand how the drug moves through the body. It is the first time AUR107 is being tested in humans…

This study tests a new way of giving three chemotherapy drugs (TAS-102, oxaliplatin, and irinotecan) along with bevacizumab to people with advanced colorectal cancer that has stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal is to see if this approach can control the cancer and…

This study tests a procedure called chemoembolization for people with non-small cell lung cancer or lung tumors that have spread from other cancers. Doctors inject chemotherapy directly into the artery feeding the tumor and then block that artery with tiny beads. This traps the c…

This study tests a new magnetic device (Flexagon SFM) to connect parts of the colon after surgery, instead of traditional stitches or staples. About 65 adults undergoing colon surgery will receive the device via laparoscopy or endoscopy. The goal is to see if the magnetic connect…

This Phase 3 trial tests whether giving chemotherapy before surgery (neoadjuvant) helps patients with obstructive colon cancer complete their full treatment plan. About 232 adults with stable microsatellite tumors will be randomly assigned to standard care or the new sequence. Th…

This study compares robot-assisted surgery using the DaVinci Xi system to traditional open surgery for colon cancer near the right flexure or transverse colon. Researchers want to see if the robot approach yields better tissue quality, fewer complications, and shorter hospital st…

This phase II trial tests whether adding a special low-dose radiation therapy to standard chemotherapy and an immunotherapy drug can improve treatment for a type of colon cancer that usually doesn't respond well to immunotherapy alone. The study enrolls 38 adults with high-risk, …

This study tests a new drug called QL1706 given before surgery for people with a specific type of colon cancer (MSI-H/dMMR) that has not spread far. About 363 participants will receive either QL1706 or standard care. The goal is to see if QL1706 can eliminate more tumor tissue be…

This study tests a less invasive surgery for people with early-stage colon cancer (stage I). Instead of removing a large section of the colon, doctors will remove only the tumor and a few nearby lymph nodes using a special dye. The goal is to see if this smaller surgery works as …

This study compares a new, less invasive treatment called endoscopic full-thickness resection (eFTR) to standard surgery for early colon cancer. About 434 adults with small, early-stage colon tumors will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatments. The goal is to see if eFT…

This early-stage study is testing a new treatment called CEA-targeted CAR-T cells for people with advanced solid tumors like lung, stomach, colon, rectal, esophageal, or pancreatic cancer that have not responded to standard therapies. The treatment uses a patient's own immune cel…

This phase 2 trial tests whether adding an immunotherapy drug (serplulimab) to standard chemotherapy before surgery can improve outcomes for people with locally advanced colon cancer. About 56 participants will receive the combination, then undergo surgery. The main goal is to se…

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

This trial tests whether giving the immunotherapy drug camrelizumab before surgery can help completely remove T4 colon cancers that have a specific genetic feature (dMMR). These cancers often don't respond well to standard chemotherapy. The study will enroll 18 adults who will re…

This study compares laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery to open surgery for removing the right side of the colon in people with right colon cancer. Both methods follow a precise technique called complete mesocolic excision (CME) to ensure thorough removal. The trial will enroll 114 ad…

This study is testing a new blood test called EXoPred that uses artificial intelligence and laser technology to find tiny particles from cancer cells. The goal is to detect breast, colon, pancreatic, ovarian, and lung cancers at an early stage. Researchers will enroll 1,400 peopl…

This study looks at whether the things people buy at stores—like pain relievers or digestive aids—could be early warning signs of cancer. Researchers will compare the shopping habits of 2900 people, some diagnosed with cancer and some not, to see if certain purchases happen more …

This study is testing a new type of PET scan that uses special probes to highlight digestive system cancers, such as stomach, liver, colon, and pancreatic cancers. Researchers will enroll 400 adults to see how well this imaging method finds tumors and tracks their response to tre…

This study is testing a new type of PET scan that uses a special tracer called 18F-FAPI-74 to see if it can find colon cancer spread more accurately than current scans. 100 people with colon cancer, either at first diagnosis or with suspected return, will get this scan. The goal …

This study is testing whether a blood test that looks at tiny genetic particles called microRNAs can help doctors better stage colon cancer before surgery. The test uses machine learning to analyze these particles and predict if the cancer is aggressive enough to need chemotherap…

This study tests whether a smartphone app, combined with nutrition education, can help people at high risk for cancer eat healthier and reduce their cancer risk. About 170 participants will either get the app or standard advice, and researchers will measure changes in diet qualit…

This study tests if wearing surgical gloves during oxaliplatin chemotherapy can prevent nerve damage in the hands. About 84 adults with advanced colon cancer will be randomly assigned to wear gloves or not during treatment. The goal is to see if this simple, low-cost method reduc…

This study tests whether yoga and mindfulness programs can improve quality of life, reduce inflammation, and even affect gene activity in people who have survived lung, colon, or non-Hodgkin's lymphoma cancer. One hundred survivors, at least six months past treatment, will be ran…

This study tests whether cancer patients can complete a supervised exercise program from home using video calls. The program includes resistance training with dumbbells and aerobic exercise. Researchers want to see if this approach is practical and helps patients maintain functio…

This phase 3 trial tests whether Nuvastatic 300mg, a herbal supplement, can reduce cancer-related fatigue in adults with metastatic colorectal cancer who are receiving standard chemotherapy. About 250 participants will take either Nuvastatic or a placebo three times daily for abo…

This Phase 3 study tests whether Nuvastatic, a herbal supplement taken as a powder sachet three times daily, can reduce cancer-related fatigue in adults with stage IV colon cancer who are starting chemotherapy. About 180 participants will receive either Nuvastatic or a placebo fo…

This study tests whether taking omega-3 fish oil capsules and doing simple resistance exercises with elastic bands can help cancer patients maintain muscle mass and strength. It involves 288 adults with various cancers who are at risk of muscle wasting. The goal is to improve phy…

This study tests whether a high-protein nutrition plan combined with resistance exercises, started weeks before surgery and continued for 24 weeks after, can help older adults with cancer preserve their physical function. The trial enrolls Veterans aged 55 and older with certain …

This study tests a personalized self-management program to help cancer survivors on immune checkpoint inhibitors better handle side effects and reduce anxiety or depression. About 400 adults with breast, colon, lung, skin, or rectal cancer who recently started immunotherapy will …

This pilot study tests whether brodalumab, a drug used for autoimmune conditions like psoriasis, can safely reduce immune-related side effects caused by cancer immunotherapy. About 11 adults with advanced solid tumors who developed these side effects will receive brodalumab injec…

This study tests whether a tablet-based video program can help rural cancer patients better understand their care and feel more coordinated. About 40 adults with early-stage breast, lung, or colon cancer living in rural Vermont will be randomly assigned to receive the videos righ…

This study tests whether a special home-based program (ERAS 3.0) can help older, frail patients recover better after colon cancer surgery. The program includes a health check, diet advice, and exercise guidance at home. Sixty participants will be randomly assigned to either the p…

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

This study tests whether giving lidocaine (a numbing drug) through a vein during colon cancer surgery can reduce pain, lower the need for strong painkillers, and help the bowel start working sooner. One hundred adults undergoing laparoscopic colon cancer surgery will be randomly …

This study tests a program called CARES that provides nurse navigators and counselors to rural cancer patients. The goal is to see if this support helps patients start and finish treatment more quickly and improves their quality of care. About 320 adults with solid tumors like lu…

This study looks at whether aerobic exercise can help people with stage II or III colon cancer tolerate more of their planned chemotherapy. About 219 participants who have had surgery and are about to start chemo will be randomly assigned to an exercise program or a control group…

This study tests whether fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) – taking donor gut bacteria in capsules – can prevent or reduce gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea caused by chemotherapy or targeted therapy. It involves 90 adults with advanced (Stage IV)…

This study is testing a supervised exercise program for people with cancer. Participants will take part in group exercise classes twice a week for 8 to 12 weeks. The goal is to see if the program helps improve physical activity levels and manage cancer-related symptoms. The study…

This study is building a huge registry of information and biological samples from adults with or at risk for many types of cancer, as well as healthy volunteers. Researchers will use this resource to study what causes cancer and how to better prevent, detect, and treat it. The re…

This study tests a digital app called the Genetics Adviser for Mainstream Care (GA-Mainstream) that educates cancer patients about genetic testing and delivers their results. Researchers want to see if using the app reduces distress and improves the patient experience compared to…

This study looks at people who have a gene variant (called a secondary finding) that was found during genetic testing for another reason. Researchers want to understand how these variants affect health, how people respond to the news, and whether they follow medical advice. Up to…

This study looks at whether a specific dissolvable stitch (Monoplus) can lower the chance of a leak where the bowel is reconnected after colon cancer surgery. About 249 people having either keyhole or open surgery will take part. The main goal is to see if the leak rate within 30…

This study provides long-term follow-up for people who previously received gene therapy or other immunotherapy for cancers like prostate, liver, breast, colon, or lung cancer. Participants will have annual health check-ups or phone calls for up to 15 years to monitor for any long…

This study looks at whether preserving the left colic artery during colon or rectal cancer surgery helps keep the remaining colon well-supplied with blood. Surgeons will temporarily clamp the main artery and use a green dye to measure blood flow. The goal is to see if this techni…

This study collects blood and other biospecimens from adults with cancer to analyze immune-suppressing cells and genetic changes. Up to 1,750 participants will provide samples before and after chemotherapy. The goal is to better understand how cancer affects the immune system, bu…

This study looks at how well a telehealth program called National TeleOncology works for veterans newly diagnosed with lung, colorectal, prostate, or breast cancer. Researchers will track how many veterans use telehealth visits and whether the program affects the quality of care …

This study is for Black adults newly diagnosed with gastrointestinal cancer. It focuses on ensuring patients receive proper biomarker testing and evidence-based care, helping them find and join clinical trials if they choose, and providing easy-to-understand information about the…

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

This study looks at whether cleaning the bowel before surgery for colon cancer reduces the chance of infection after the operation. About 74 patients will be randomly assigned to either receive or skip the bowel prep. The main goal is to see if there is a difference in surgical s…

This study looks at whether a special nutritional supplement (HMB and vitamin D) combined with a structured exercise program can improve muscle strength and recovery in adults after colon cancer surgery. About 120 participants will be randomly assigned to different combinations o…

This study will analyze the genes of 25,000 adults who have cancer or are at risk for it. Researchers will use advanced testing to find genetic changes linked to cancer and track health records over time. The goal is to learn more about cancer biology and discover new ways to per…

This study is collecting stool and saliva samples from 2,500 people with colorectal cancer to look for patterns in bacteria and genetic material (microRNA). The goal is to improve how doctors diagnose and predict the course of the disease. Participants provide samples at key poin…

This study looks at whether adding a geriatrician (a doctor who specializes in care for older adults) to cancer treatment can improve outcomes for people aged 70 and older with gastrointestinal cancers like stomach, colon, or pancreatic cancer. Researchers will test if an online …

This study looks at how Y90 radioembolization, a radiation treatment for liver tumors that have spread from colorectal cancer, actually works inside the body. Researchers will collect small tissue samples (biopsies) from the liver after treatment to see how much tumor damage occu…

This Phase 2 trial is testing whether giving lidocaine or high-dose dexamethasone during colon cancer surgery can improve the body's immune response and help patients recover better. 100 adults scheduled for colon cancer surgery will be randomly assigned to receive one of the two…

This study follows 368 colorectal cancer survivors aged 25 to 65 to see how their quality of life changes 6, 12, and 24 months after treatment. Researchers will use questionnaires to measure physical, mental, and social well-being and look for late side effects linked to specific…

This study is testing whether a blood test that looks for tumor DNA (ctDNA) can find cancer returning earlier than standard scans. About 100 people with different solid tumors will give blood samples after treatment. The goal is to see if early detection can lead to better treatm…

This study looks at how cancer and its treatments change a person's sense of taste and smell, and how that affects their eating and nutrition. Researchers will follow 306 people newly diagnosed with cancer of the mouth, throat, colon, or liver. They will use questionnaires, taste…

This study explores how the bacteria in your gut and what you eat can influence chemotherapy-related diarrhea in colon cancer patients. Researchers will analyze stool samples and diet surveys from about 11 people receiving FOLFOX treatment. The goal is to create a tool that predi…

This study aims to find the genetic causes of certain blood cancers like lymphoma, leukemia, and multiple myeloma by studying families where more than one person has the disease. Researchers will collect DNA and blood samples from up to 500 participants, including patients and th…

This study aims to create a large collection of blood samples from 2,500 people with or at high risk for cancer. Researchers will use these samples to study liquid biopsies, which are blood tests that may help detect cancer, track treatment response, and spot recurrence. Particip…

This study tracks 100 cancer survivors aged 18–74 to see how common muscle loss (sarcopenia) and cognitive problems ('chemo brain') are after treatment. Participants undergo physical and mental assessments. The goal is to better understand these long-term side effects and guide p…

This study looks at whether a quick ultrasound of the thigh muscle can detect muscle loss (sarcopenia) in people who have finished cancer treatment. Researchers will compare the ultrasound results with a standard whole-body scan (DEXA) in 55 adults aged 18-74 with certain cancers…

This study is testing whether measuring ctDNA (bits of tumor DNA) in blood or stool can help doctors manage patients with cancers of the digestive tract, including pancreas, colon, and bile duct cancers. Researchers will track survival and see how these markers relate to outcomes…