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Rectal Cancer Surgery clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 3 Rectal Cancer Surgery clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 3 countries (most in Russia (1), Switzerland (1), China (1)). By phase: Phase 3 (1). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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Newest Rectal Cancer Surgery clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Flushing the rectum during laparoscopic surgery to lower the chance of cancer coming back after mid-to-low rectal cancer removal | — | Guangzhou, Guangdong | Recruiting | Apr 6, 2026 |
| Low anterior resection with or without a preventive diverting stoma for low-risk rectal cancer patients | — | Moscow and 6 other locations | Recruiting | Mar 11, 2026 |
| Intensified follow-up to reduce bowel symptoms and improve life after rectal cancer surgery | Phase 3 | Basel and 4 other locations | Recruiting | Apr 20, 2025 |
All recruiting trials (3)
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Flushing the rectum during laparoscopic surgery to lower the chance of cancer coming back after mid-to-low rectal cancer removal
This will test whether flushing the rectum during laparoscopic removal of mid-to-low rectal cancer lowers the chance the cancer comes back near the original site.
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Low anterior resection with or without a preventive diverting stoma for low-risk rectal cancer patients
This trial tests whether adults having minimally invasive total mesorectal excision for mid- or low-rectal cancer with a low predicted leak risk can safely avoid a temporary diverting stoma.
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Intensified follow-up to reduce bowel symptoms and improve life after rectal cancer surgery
We will test whether an intensified follow-up program can reduce LARS symptoms and improve quality of life for people who have had rectal cancer surgery with a protective ileostomy.
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Quick answers
How many Rectal Cancer Surgery clinical trials are recruiting right now?
3, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 3 countries. The most sites are in Russia (1 trial), Switzerland (1 trial), China (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 3: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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