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Malignant Digestive System Neoplasm clinical trials
Every US clinical trial registered for Malignant Digestive System Neoplasm — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.
12 US clinical trials · 6 currently recruiting
The research picture
Malignant Digestive System Neoplasm has 12 registered US clinical trials, 6 of them open to new participants right now — about 50% of the total.
- 6
- recruiting participants now
- 50%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 0
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 5
- top sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Counts reflect the public ClinicalTrials.gov registry as last mirrored by PlainTrial. Status and phase are reported by each study's sponsor. This is reference information, not medical advice.
Active & Recent Trials
Data Collection for the Assessment of Acute and Late Normal Tissue in Patients Treated With Proton Therapy
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
NCT00991094
Molecular Epidemiology of Biliary Tree Cancers
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
NCT05179486
Surgical Thromboprophylaxis Practices in Oncology Patients Within the NCORP Network, STOP-VTE Study
Wake Forest University Health Sciences
NCT07215624
Evaluation of Portal Vein Stenting in Patients With Portal Vein Stenosis and Gastrointestinal Cancers
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
NCT04629677
2 Versus 6 Hour Oxaliplatin Infusions in Patients With Gastrointestinal Cancers
Emory University
NCT03800693
Fucoidan for Preventing Chemotherapy-Related Fatigue in Patients With Gastrointestinal or Gynecological Cancer
Mayo Clinic
NCT06855524
Perioperative Telemonitoring to Optimize Cancer Care and Outcomes
City of Hope Medical Center
NCT04986566
Massage Therapy in Reducing Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Patients With Gastrointestinal or Breast Malignancies
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
NCT02221700
Thermal Ablation and Spine Stereotactic Radiosurgery in Treating Patients With Spine Metastases at Risk for Compressing the Spinal Cord
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
NCT02713269
GCC Agonist Signal in the Small Intestine
University of Wisconsin, Madison
NCT05107219
Alisertib and Combination Chemotherapy in Treating Patients With Gastrointestinal Tumors
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
NCT02319018
Narrative Medicine for Improving Well-Being in Patients With Gastrointestinal Cancers
University of Southern California
NCT06374251
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 2 |
| Phase 2 | 3 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Malignant Digestive System Neoplasm Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 12 US studies indexed under Malignant Digestive System Neoplasm, and 6 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 50% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Malignant Digestive System Neoplasm shows 0 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 5 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Malignant Digestive System Neoplasm is led by M.D. Anderson Cancer Center with 5 indexed trials, alongside 7 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 12 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Malignant Digestive System Neoplasm?
PlainTrial tracks 12 US clinical trials for Malignant Digestive System Neoplasm, of which 6 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Malignant Digestive System Neoplasm?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.