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Rectal Cancers clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 3 Rectal Cancers clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 2 countries (most in China (2), Italy (1)). By phase: Phase 2 (2). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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Newest Rectal Cancers clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Local methylene blue injection around the pelvis to help avoid leakage after rectal cancer surgery | Phase 2 | Beijing, Beijing Municipality | Recruiting | Sep 22, 2026 |
| Neoadjuvant radiotherapy with NALIRIFOX and Adebrelimab in locally advanced rectal cancer | Phase 2 | Guangzhou, Guangdong | Recruiting | Jun 3, 2026 |
| MIMICC: stool and saliva molecular profiling in colorectal cancer | — | Candiolo, Torino (TO) | Recruiting | Mar 27, 2026 |
All recruiting trials (3)
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Local methylene blue injection around the pelvis to help avoid leakage after rectal cancer surgery
This study tests whether injecting a diluted methylene blue around the pelvic area after rectal cancer surgery can reduce leakage and help avoid a permanent stoma in high-risk patients.
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Neoadjuvant radiotherapy with NALIRIFOX and Adebrelimab in locally advanced rectal cancer
This trial tests whether adding radiotherapy and a PD-1 blocker called Adebrelimab to a chemotherapy regimen (NALIRIFOX) before surgery helps people with locally advanced, pMMR/MSS rectal cancer.
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MIMICC: stool and saliva molecular profiling in colorectal cancer
This project will test whether stool and saliva microRNA and microbiome markers can help diagnose and monitor colon or rectal cancer in adults aged 18–75 who are having surgery or other treatment.
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Quick answers
How many Rectal Cancers 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 2 countries. The most sites are in China (2 trials), Italy (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 2: 2. 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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