Lynch syndrome
MONDO:0005835An autosomal dominant hereditary neoplastic syndrome characterized by the development of colorectal carcinoma and a high risk of developing endometrial carcinoma, gastric carcinoma, ovarian carcinoma, renal pelvis carcinoma, and small intestinal carcinoma. Patients often develop colorectal carcinomas at an early age (mean, 45 years). In the majority of the cases the lesions arise from the proximal colon. At the molecular level, high-frequency microsatellite instability is present.
Also known as: Hereditary colorectal endometrial cancer syndrome, Hereditary non-polyposis colon cancer (hMSH2, hMLH1, hPMS1, hPMS2), Hereditary nonpolyposis colon cancer (hMSH2, hMLH1, hPMS1, hPMS2), Lynch syndrome, familial non-polyposis colon cancer (hMSH2, hMLH1, hPMS1, hPMS2), hereditary defective mismatch repair syndrome
2983 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 81 tagged with Lynch syndrome itself.
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Browse by category →Sub-types of Lynch syndrome
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Lynch syndrome 1 5 trials
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Lynch syndrome 2 3 trials
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Lynch syndrome 4 0 trials
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Lynch syndrome 5 0 trials
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Lynch syndrome 8 0 trials
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Blood test may let cancer patients take safe breaks from immunotherapy
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a sensitive blood test (Signatera) can detect when it is safe to pause immunotherapy in people with advanced solid tumors like lung cancer, melanoma, and colorectal cancer. Participants are randomly assigned to either continuous standard immunother…
Sponsor: Natera, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could immunotherapy spare some colon cancer patients from surgery?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests giving an immunotherapy drug (pembrolizumab) before surgery to people with a specific type of colon cancer (dMMR). The goal is to see if the drug can shrink or eliminate the tumor so some patients may avoid surgery and instead be closely monitored. About 152 adul…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Ismail Gögenur • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Liquid biopsies may let lynch syndrome patients skip half their colonoscopies
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether annual liquid biopsies (from blood, urine, stool, and vaginal swabs) can safely replace colonoscopies every 18 months for people with Lynch syndrome. 2,000 participants will be split into two groups: one gets standard care (colonoscopy every 18 months), t…
Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a pill camera replace the colonoscopy for lynch syndrome patients?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a swallowable capsule camera (colon capsule endoscopy) can effectively screen for colorectal cancer in people with Lynch syndrome, a genetic condition that greatly increases cancer risk. Researchers will compare the capsule's ability to find polyps and ot…
Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New DNA sequencer could make genetic testing cheaper and faster
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study compares a new DNA sequencing platform (MGI) against the current standard (Illumina) for diagnosing hereditary cancers like breast and ovarian cancer, Lynch syndrome, and intestinal polyposis. Researchers will analyze 248 patient samples using both platforms to see if …
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:56 UTC
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Could a vaccine stop cancer before it starts in lynch syndrome?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a personalized vaccine made from a person's own immune cells (dendritic cells) loaded with cancer-specific markers. The goal is to train the immune system to recognize and destroy precancerous cells in people with Lynch syndrome, who have a high risk …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Radboud University Medical Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Personalized vaccine aims to stop lynch syndrome cancers before they start
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis phase III trial tests whether a vaccine made from a person's own immune cells can prevent cancer in 372 adults with Lynch syndrome, a genetic condition that raises cancer risk. Participants receive either the vaccine or a placebo and are monitored for tumor development. The …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Radboud University Medical Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New online toolkit aims to boost cancer screening in lynch syndrome families
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests an online tool called 'Let's Talk' designed to help people with Lynch syndrome encourage their relatives to get screened for the condition. Lynch syndrome is a genetic disorder that raises cancer risk, and only about half of close relatives currently get tested. …
Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to keep High-Risk cancer gene carriers on track with screenings
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program to help people with inherited cancer gene mutations (like BRCA or Lynch syndrome) stick to recommended cancer screening schedules. Researchers will interview 80 female participants and provide standard care to see if this approach improves adherence and…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to boost family communication about genetic risks
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program to help people with certain genetic mutations share their results with at-risk relatives and make informed decisions about genetic testing and care. About 2100 adults in the U.S. who speak English or Spanish will take part. The program provides free gen…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could lynch syndrome raise your risk of gum disease?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will check if people with Lynch syndrome, a genetic condition that raises cancer risk, have more gum disease than the general population. Researchers will look at dental records from 25 adults with Lynch syndrome. The goal is to see if gum disease is a hidden health is…
Sponsor: Rotundo Roberto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New online program aims to boost genetic cancer testing in african american families
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a web-based program called Kindred that helps African American families understand their genetic cancer risk and talk about testing. About 150 people will use the tool to see if it improves knowledge and testing rates. The goal is to make genetic information more…
Sponsor: University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC