BRCA2-related cancer predisposition
MONDO:0700269Hereditary cancer predisposition due to variation(s) in the BRCA2 gene. Germline pathogenic or likely pathogenic variants in the BRCA2 gene confer an autosomal dominant predisposition to hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. Tumor formation at other sites, including pancreatic and prostate cancer, have been described.
67 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New drug cocktail targets cancers with faulty DNA repair
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing whether combining two drugs—niraparib and irinotecan—can safely treat advanced solid tumors that have mutations in DNA repair genes like BRCA. The study will enroll 24 adults with various cancers, including breast, ovarian, pancreatic, and others…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets tough cancers in early trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a combination of two oral drugs, olaparib and ASTX727, in adults with advanced solid tumors that have mutations in genes like BRCA1, BRCA2, PALB2, ATM, or CHEK2. The main goals are to find the safest dose and to check for side effects. About 18 partic…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Varun Monga, MBBS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New daily pill hopes to control advanced cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new daily oral medication called ETX-19477 in about 120 adults with advanced solid tumors, including breast, ovarian, prostate, and other cancers. The drug blocks a protein called PARG to interfere with cancer cells' ability to repair themselve…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: 858 Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Experimental combo aims to overcome drug resistance in metastatic cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a combination of two chemotherapy drugs (melphalan and BCNU) plus vitamins B12b and C, followed by an infusion of the patient's own stem cells. The goal is to see if this approach is safe for people with metastatic pancreatic or breast cancer, es…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: General Oncology, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to slow advanced breast cancer in BRCA patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding elacestrant to the standard drug olaparib can help people with a certain type of advanced breast cancer (HR-positive, HER2-negative) that has a BRCA gene mutation. About 176 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the combination o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: GBG Forschungs GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Simple blood test aims to catch cancers early in genetically prone patients
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a blood test called GRAIL Galleri that looks for signs of many different cancers at once. It is being offered to 1000 people who have a high risk of cancer due to inherited genetic conditions. The goal is to see if the test can find cancers early, when they …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Could removing tubes first, ovaries later prevent ovarian cancer just as well?
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study is for women with BRCA1, BRCA2, or other gene mutations that greatly raise ovarian cancer risk. Instead of removing both ovaries and fallopian tubes at once, researchers are testing whether removing just the tubes first and delaying ovary removal is equally safe. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Medical Center Nijmegen • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Can online therapy calm BRCA1/2 women's fear of cancer return?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a 4-week online cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) program for women with BRCA1/2 mutations who have finished cancer treatment and still worry a lot about cancer coming back. Researchers will compare those who get therapy right away to those on a waitlist, measur…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: CHU de Quebec-Universite Laval • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Scientists bank tumors and blood to unlock cancer secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood, urine, saliva, and tissue samples from nearly 6,000 people who have or may have cancer, including rare inherited forms. The samples are stored and used for research to understand the genetic and molecular basis of cancer. No new treatment is being teste…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 01:00 UTC
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New video aims to ease tough hormone decisions for BRCA patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether an educational video can help women with BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations make more informed decisions about hormone replacement therapy after having their ovaries and fallopian tubes removed to lower cancer risk. Fifty premenopausal women scheduled for thi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch massive tumor repository to unlock cancer secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects extra blood, urine, and tumor samples from children and adults with certain cancers to build a large tissue repository. Researchers will analyze these samples to learn more about the genetic and molecular makeup of these tumors. The goal is to support future s…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden genes behind hereditary cancers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects tissue samples, medical data, and family histories from over 1,100 people being screened for colorectal or endometrial cancer. Researchers hope to discover new genes and mechanisms that increase cancer risk, especially in hereditary cancer syndromes. The goal …
Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hunt for hidden cancer genes: families needed to unlock hereditary secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to discover new genes that may cause certain cancers to run in families. Researchers will collect blood samples and health information from 1,500 people in families where multiple members have had cancer, especially childhood cancers. The goal is to build a regist…
Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can young adults at genetic cancer risk keep up with checkups after pediatric care ends?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 56 young adults who have a genetic condition that raises their cancer risk. After they graduate from pediatric care at St. Jude, researchers track whether they find adult doctors and continue regular cancer screenings over 8 years. Participants fill out surveys…
Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can online tools boost genetic testing in families with hereditary cancer?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether web-based tools can help people with hereditary cancer syndromes share risk information with their relatives and encourage them to get genetic testing. Researchers will enroll 625 participants (patients and their relatives) and track how many use the tool…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Massive study aims to decode cancer genes for better family counseling
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at genetic changes in families to figure out which ones truly increase cancer risk. Researchers will analyze DNA from 11,000 people, including those with certain gene variants and their relatives. The goal is to improve genetic counseling and help doctors decide …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Curie • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can better conversations prevent cancer? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital looks at how parents and children (ages 10-24) talk about the child's genetic risk for cancer. The goal is to understand what helps or hinders these conversations, so doctors can create better education programs. The study wil…
Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New study uses DNA tests to catch blood cancers before they start
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking at 2,000 people who have early warning signs of blood cancers or bone marrow failure. Researchers use a special genetic test (next generation sequencing) to find changes in cancer-related genes. The goal is to better understand who is at risk and to catch th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Community clinics test smarter ways to spot cancer genes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares two methods of offering cancer genetic testing to patients in community health centers. One method lets primary care doctors order tests directly, while the other uses a specialist model with extra support. Researchers will track how many patients get tested a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Can a website replace the genetic counselor? new study tests online cancer risk testing
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares a self-guided online genetic testing program to standard in-person counseling for people at risk of hereditary cancer. About 1,000 adults who meet national guidelines for genetic testing will participate. The goal is to see if the online option works just as w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Can doctors help families unlock Life-Saving genetic secrets?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at a new way to help family members of cancer patients learn if they have inherited a higher risk for cancer. About 240 people with a known cancer gene change will be asked to share their test results with their close relatives, either on their own or with help f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden cancer genes in 1,500 patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to discover new genes that increase the risk of developing cancer, especially in people with a strong family history or unusual cancer patterns. Researchers will analyze genetic data from 1,500 adults and children who have or may develop inherited cancer. The goal…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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10,000 women with BRCA mutations join national study to unlock cancer prevention secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting health information from 10,000 women in Italy who carry BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutations, which raise the risk of certain cancers. Researchers aim to better understand where these mutations are most common and how to improve care. Participants simply provide…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Cancer blood test research launches at princess margaret
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a large collection of blood samples from 2,500 people with or at high risk for cancer. Researchers will use these samples to study liquid biopsies, which are blood tests that may help detect cancer, track treatment response, and spot recurrence. Particip…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Can digital tools make cancer genetic counseling more effective?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at two new approaches to cancer genetic counseling. The first helps doctors reach out to family members who may have inherited a cancer-related gene change, making it easier for them to get tested. The second uses an online portal to keep patients and their docto…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New study tracks kids prone to cancer to uncover early warning signs
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows children under 21 who have a genetic condition that raises their risk of developing cancer, along with their relatives. Researchers will collect health information and samples over time to better understand how these cancers develop and how to catch them early.…
Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC