Anal canal cancer
MONDO:0000405A malignant neoplasm involving the anal canal
Also known as: anal canal cancer, cancer of anal canal, malignant anal canal neoplasm, malignant neoplasm of anal canal
2898 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 22 tagged with Anal canal cancer itself.
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Browse by category →Sub-types of Anal canal cancer
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Anal canal carcinoma 4 trials · 34 incl. sub-types
5 sub-types
- Anal canal carcinoma in situ 12 trials
- Anal canal squamous cell carcinoma 12 trials
- Cloacogenic carcinoma 10 trials
- Anal canal adenocarcinoma 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Anal canal neuroendocrine neoplasm 1 trial Sub-types →
Most studied deeper sub-types
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New combo therapy aims to cut treatment breaks for anal cancer patients
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 2 trial tests a new way of delivering radiation therapy (SIB-IMRT) together with standard chemotherapy (5-FU and Mitomycin-C) for people with locally advanced anal cancer. The goal is to see if this approach can improve tumor control and reduce the severe side effects …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which radiotherapy technique offers best value for pelvic cancers?
Disease control CompletedThis trial compares three modern radiotherapy techniques—helical tomotherapy and two types of dynamic arc therapy (RapidArc and VMAT)—for treating prostate, cervical, and anal canal cancers that require pelvic lymph node irradiation. The goal is to determine which method is most …
Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Less invasive surgery shows promise for anal cancer in HIV patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether removing small, early-stage anal cancers with local surgery alone is safe and effective for people with HIV. The goal was to see if this less invasive approach could avoid the need for stronger treatments like radiation or chemotherapy. Sixteen partic…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AIDS Malignancy Consortium • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Blood test may catch pelvic cancer relapse sooner
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looks at whether a blood test that detects tumor DNA can find early signs of cancer returning in people treated for HPV-positive pelvic cancers (like cervical or anal cancer). Researchers will take blood samples from 172 patients during regular follow-up visits. The go…
Sponsor: Institut Curie • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a quick chat with a radiotherapy tech ease cancer patients' anxiety?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether having a special consultation with a radiotherapy technician (called a manipulator) helps cancer patients feel more informed about their treatment. Researchers enrolled 308 adults with various cancers who were getting radiation therapy. They compared …
Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can PET/CT scans improve Follow-Up for anal cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 110 people with anal cancer to see if PET/CT scans can help doctors monitor the disease after initial treatment. Researchers tracked how long patients stayed cancer-free and measured metabolic activity in tumors. The goal is to find better ways to detect relap…
Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC