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Investigational Clinical Trials for Gastric Cancer
Gastric cancer is more commonly known as stomach cancer. About 90% of stomach cancers are adenocarcinomas. This type of cancer starts in the mucus-producing cells in the stomach lining. It expands to the outer layers as it grows.
A gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma is a cancer that starts where the stomach connects to the esophagus.
Gastric cancer often reaches advanced stages before it is detected. When this type of cancer reaches the later stages, it is much more difficult to cure.
There is a lot to consider when deciding whether to participate in a clinical trial. Any clinical trial includes risks, which the study doctor will review with you. Make sure you understand the risks before participating.
Explore gastric cancer clinical trials that are enrolling volunteers
Below is a list of all available gastric cancer clinical trials. You can narrow the results by choosing options in the dropdown menus below. You can also sort results to show trials nearest to you by entering your city or postal code in the search field.
About clinical trials
Learn what clinical trials are, how they work, and if you may be eligible to participate.