KIDNEY CANCER

This early-phase study tests a personalized vaccine made from unique markers in a person's kidney tumor. The vaccine is given along with two immune-boosting drugs (Poly-ICLC and ipilimumab) to see if it is safe and can train the immune system to fight the cancer. The trial includ…

This study tests a device that uses focused sound waves (histotripsy) to break apart kidney tumors without making any cuts. About 67 adults with a single small kidney mass (3 cm or less) that hasn't spread will be treated. The goal is to see if the tumors are completely gone afte…

This study tests whether giving two drugs—nivolumab (immunotherapy) and cabozantinib (targeted therapy)—before removing the kidney can make all visible cancer disappear in people with advanced kidney cancer that has spread. About 38 adults with metastatic renal cell carcinoma wil…

This study tests four different tools—coaching, education, text messages, and health coaching—to help cancer survivors improve their diet, physical activity, and weight. About 350 adults who have completed treatment for several cancer types will use these tools for up to 48 weeks…

This early-phase study tests a new gene therapy for people with advanced clear cell kidney cancer. Doctors take a patient's own white blood cells, modify them in the lab to better attack cancer, and return them to the body. The main goals are to check safety and see if tumors shr…

This study tests whether giving two drugs—lenvatinib and pembrolizumab—before surgery can shrink tumors in people with locally advanced kidney cancer that hasn't spread to other organs. About 18 participants will receive the combination for 12 weeks before their operation. The go…

This study planned to test a material called PuraBond that helps stop bleeding during robotic surgery for kidney cancer. The goal was to see if it works safely and helps the kidney heal. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled.

This phase 2 trial is testing a radioactive drug called 177Lu-PSMA-617 (Pluvicto) in 24 people with advanced clear cell kidney cancer that shows a specific marker (PSMA). The drug is given by IV and aims to shrink tumors. Researchers are measuring how many patients respond and tr…

This study planned to test whether adding acarbose, a drug normally used for diabetes, could improve standard immunotherapy for advanced kidney cancer. The goal was to see if the combination was safe and affected gut bacteria. However, the trial was withdrawn before enrolling any…

This study looks at 180 people with kidney cancer that has spread. It compares six different ways to give two drugs (everolimus, bevacizumab, or pazopanib) one after the other. The goal is to see which sequence works best and is safest for controlling the cancer.

This phase 2 study tests a combination of two drugs—nivolumab (an immunotherapy) and a radioactive antibody called 177Lu-girentuximab—in people with advanced clear cell kidney cancer that has the CAIX protein. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if the combination shrinks…

This study tests two ways to remove kidney tumors using robotic surgery: one that uses stitches to close the wound and one that skips stitches. About 248 adults with early-stage kidney cancer will take part. The goal is to see if the stitch-free method is just as safe and effecti…

This study looks at how well a new robotic surgery system (Medtronic Hugo) works for urologic procedures like removing prostate, bladder, or kidney tumors. About 144 adults will have surgery with the robot, and doctors will check if the surgery is completed without switching to a…

This study tests special blood-sparing techniques during surgery for advanced kidney cancer. The goal is to reduce the number of donor blood transfusions patients need. About 240 adults with large kidney tumors will be randomly assigned to receive either the blood-sparing protoco…

This observational study collects extra tumor tissue from 416 people with various cancers (bladder, kidney, colorectal, head and neck, liver, lung, skin, endometrial) during routine biopsies. The goal is to develop and train a 'live tumor diagnostic platform' that can predict whe…

This study looks at how robotic surgery for prostate, bladder, or kidney cancer affects patients' finances. Researchers will ask 120 people who had surgery in the last year to fill out questionnaires about their medical costs, travel expenses, and support needs. The goal is to un…

This study looks at whether a 12-week survivorship program for men with advanced prostate, kidney, bladder, testicular, or penile cancer can be successfully added to their regular follow-up care. Researchers will measure how feasible and acceptable the program is using questionna…

This study examines DNA from over 21,000 cancer patients in New York to find gene changes linked to several cancers, including breast, colon, and lung. Researchers will compare these genes to those from healthy people to spot differences. The goal is to generate ideas for future …

This study is looking at two substances in the blood, called MMP2 and MMP9, to see if they can predict how well certain drugs work for people with advanced kidney cancer. Researchers will measure these markers in 50 patients who are starting treatment with Sunitinib or Pazopanib,…

This pilot study tests a new assessment tool called IA3-CP for cancer patients aged 65 and older. The tool gathers information on aging-related issues, mental health, health behaviors, and social factors to help doctors provide better, more personalized care. 35 participants are …