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New drug combo takes on advanced cancers in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called KVA12123, given alone or with the immunotherapy Keytruda, in 40 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung, breast, or colon cancer) that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kineta Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New cocktail of immune drugs shows promise in lung cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 study tested three different drug combinations in 151 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that had not been treated before. The drugs help the immune system attack cancer cells. Researchers measured how many patients' tumors shrank or stopped growing, and…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Arcus Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for tough lung cancer cases
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a combination of two drugs, bexarotene and Iressa, in 6 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer who had already tried standard treatments. The goal was to see if the combination was safe and could help control the disease. The study looked at…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New study checks how well dacomitinib works for advanced lung cancer in everyday practice
Disease control CompletedThis completed study looked at how patients with advanced EGFR-positive non-small cell lung cancer fared while taking dacomitinib in real-world settings in Taiwan. Researchers tracked 29 adults who took dacomitinib pills at home until their cancer stopped responding. The goal was…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug combo tested for tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a new drug called AZD6244 combined with standard chemotherapies in 140 people with advanced solid tumors (breast, colon, lung, melanoma, kidney). The main goal was to see if the combination is safe and tolerable, and to find the best dose. Researcher…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Experimental COM902 drug shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested an experimental drug called COM902, alone or with other drugs, in 94 people with advanced cancers like ovarian, lung, and colon cancer. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers also looked for early signs that the drug m…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Compugen Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New drug combo shows early promise against Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage study tested a new drug called BI 765049, alone or combined with another drug (ezabenlimab), in 21 Asian adults with advanced solid tumors (stomach, colorectal, pancreatic, liver, head and neck, or lung cancer) that have a specific marker called B7-H6. The main g…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Lung cancer treatment in hours, not weeks: new One-Day radiation trial shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new way to deliver high-dose radiation to small lung tumors in just one day, instead of the usual two to three weeks. Ten patients with early-stage lung cancer or limited lung metastases received a single session of stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) using …
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Precision radiation boost after chemo shows promise for tough lung cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding a precise, high-dose radiation treatment called CyberKnife after standard chemo and radiation could help people with stage III non-small cell lung cancer. It included 35 patients who had 1 to 3 small tumors left after initial treatment. The goal w…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New program helps lung cancer patients kick the habit
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a program called CEASE that helps lung cancer patients quit smoking. The program was built into regular doctor visits and included screening, counseling, and referrals. Researchers studied 263 patients to see if the program improved quit rates and how well it wo…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Pedometer program aims to cut hospital stays for cancer patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether tracking daily steps with a simple pedometer could help identify cancer patients at high risk of being hospitalized during chemoradiotherapy. 40 adults with head and neck, lung, esophageal, or stomach cancer wore a pedometer and received extra support li…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Can cancer treatment also kick the habit? new study tests combined approach
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether adding a structured addiction treatment program to standard cancer care helps patients with head and neck or lung cancer quit smoking and reduce alcohol use. 133 patients were randomly assigned to either the integrated program or usual care. The main …
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Experimental combo targets tough lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested whether adding an experimental drug called AZD1775 to standard chemotherapy (carboplatin and paclitaxel) could help people with advanced squamous cell lung cancer. The study enrolled 42 participants and measured how long they lived without their cancer g…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New drug combo targets tough lung cancer mutation
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested two oral drugs, palbociclib and binimetinib, in 34 people with advanced lung cancer that has a specific change in the KRAS gene. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if the combination can slow cancer growth. The study is complete, but result…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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New combo therapy targets tough lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding itacitinib to the standard drug osimertinib is safe and effective for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific EGFR gene mutation. The trial involved 59 participants and was completed. The goal was to see if the combinat…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Incyte Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Cancer drug bintrafusp alfa gets Long-Term safety check in small Follow-Up trial
Disease control CompletedThis study followed 22 cancer patients who were already taking bintrafusp alfa in earlier trials, to see how safe it is over the long term and how long they live. Participants continued receiving the drug until it was no longer helping or became available commercially. The main g…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: EMD Serono Research & Development Institute, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Elderly cancer patients may benefit from geriatric support
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a special care plan led by a geriatrician and a nurse could improve survival and quality of life for older adults (70+) with advanced cancer. 792 patients with breast, colorectal, lung, prostate, bladder, ovarian cancer, or lymphoma took part. The app…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Bergonié • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in controlling Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called VS-6766, given alone or with everolimus, in 104 adults with advanced solid tumors or multiple myeloma that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find a safe, tolerable dosing schedule and measure h…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New cocktail shows promise for tough lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of three drugs—nivolumab, ipilimumab, and plinabulin—in 39 adults with recurrent small cell lung cancer that had worsened after initial chemotherapy. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if the combo could slow cancer growth. Results from t…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Salma Sabbour • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Less invasive lung surgery may be as effective as full lobectomy
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two surgical approaches for early-stage lung cancer: removing the entire lobe (lobectomy) versus removing just the tumor with a small margin (sublobar resection). Over 700 patients with small peripheral tumors were randomly assigned to one surgery. The goal wa…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Lung cancer drug combo shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested adding the drug pirfenidone to standard chemotherapy for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. The main goals were to find a safe dose and see if the combination could shrink tumors. 48 participants were enrolled, and the study is now comp…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Experimental vaccine trains immune system to fight multiple cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a cancer vaccine called ETBX-011 in 43 people with advanced colorectal, lung, breast, or prostate cancers that produce a protein called CEA. The vaccine uses a modified virus to teach the immune system to attack cancer cells making CEA. The main goals were to ch…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: NantCell, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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CT-Guided surgery for lung nodules shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested whether using a CT scanner during lung surgery (VATS) helps surgeons safely remove small lung nodules. 25 patients with nodules smaller than 3 cm took part. The main goals were to see if the approach is safe and feasible. Results could lead to more preci…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Internal radiation therapy shows promise in pilot study for multiple cancers
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested high dose rate brachytherapy, a type of internal radiation, in 43 patients with cervical, endometrial, esophageal, prostate, or biliary cancer. The goal was to see if the radiation implants could deliver the planned dose accurately. Participants received b…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:29 UTC
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New scan could spot hidden cancers
Diagnosis CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study tested a new radioactive imaging agent called [123I]I-DARPIN-Ec1 in 10 people with lung or ovarian cancer. The goal was to see how the agent spreads in the body and whether it can help spot tumors on SPECT scans. Researchers compared the new scan resu…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Tomsk National Research Medical Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New imaging agent targets LRRC15 to sharpen cancer diagnosis
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tests a special SPECT imaging agent that seeks out a protein called LRRC15, found on many aggressive cancers like pancreatic, breast, lung, and brain tumors. The goal is to see if this scan can help doctors diagnose and stage these cancers more accurately. Healthy volu…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Breath analysis may sniff out lung cancer
Diagnosis CompletedThis study investigates whether a machine that analyzes exhaled breath can identify a unique chemical signature for lung cancer. Researchers will compare breath samples from people with lung cancer (before and after surgery) and healthy controls. The goal is to develop a non-inva…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Dogs on the scent: can they sniff out cancer?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether specially trained dogs can identify breast, lung, prostate, or colorectal cancer by sniffing breath samples collected on masks. Over 1,300 people provided breath samples before their regular cancer screening or biopsy. The dogs' results were compared to …
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: SpotitEarly • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New PET scan may outshine standard in lung cancer detection
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new type of PET scan (68Ga-FAPI) to see if it can find lung cancer and its spread more accurately than the standard FDG-PET scan. 58 adults with known or suspected lung cancer received both scans, and results were compared to tissue samples or follow-up. The g…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Glow-in-the-Dark dye helps surgeons spot hidden lung cancer
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a special fluorescent dye called VGT-309 that makes lung cancer cells glow during surgery. About 89 people with known or suspected lung cancer received the dye before their operation. The goal was to see if the dye helps surgeons find tumors that are hard to see…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Vergent Bioscience, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Electric probe could help doctors spot lung cancer in real time
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new smart probe that uses electrical signals to tell the difference between healthy lung tissue and tumors during a biopsy. 30 adults with lung lesions took part. The goal was to see if the probe could help doctors make more accurate diagnoses during the proce…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sensome • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can a simple CT scan catch lung cancer early in HIV smokers?
Diagnosis CompletedThis pilot study tested whether low-dose CT scans can help find lung cancer early in HIV-positive people who are heavy smokers. Researchers scanned 450 participants to see how many had lung cancer and what types were found. The goal was to learn if this screening method is useful…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: ANRS, Emerging Infectious Diseases • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can a special PET scan outperform MRI for spotting brain tumors?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a special PET scan (called 18F-DOPA PET-CT) can find brain metastases as well as or better than standard MRI in people with lung cancer, breast cancer, or melanoma. 32 adults with untreated brain metastases took part. The goal was to see if this PET meth…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Online tool aims to catch lung cancer earlier
Diagnosis CompletedThis completed study tested a tool called MyLungHealth, delivered through a patient portal, to help more people get screened for lung cancer. Over 31,000 participants aged 50-79 with a smoking history were involved. The tool aimed to identify who was eligible for screening and en…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Blood test aims to catch lung cancer earlier in smokers
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether giving doctors access to a blood test called FirstLook increases lung cancer screening rates among people at high risk. The test looks for DNA fragments in the blood that may signal lung cancer. Researchers compared screening rates in practices that coul…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Delfi Diagnostics Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New biopsy tool aims to sharpen lung cancer diagnosis
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new integrated device that combines two systems to help doctors biopsy small lung nodules. The goal was to see if the device could improve how often the needle hits the target and how accurately it diagnoses cancer. The study involved 155 adults with lung nodu…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Intuitive Surgical • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New ultrasound technique may sharpen lung cancer staging
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether adding a special ultrasound procedure (EBUS-TBNA) after a standard PET/CT scan can more accurately stage early-stage non-small cell lung cancer. The 150 participants had stage I or IIa cancer and were being considered for radiation therapy. The goal w…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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New breathing technique could sharpen lung cancer scans
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a special breathing technique during PET scans to get clearer images of lung tumors. 103 people with small lung nodules (under 35 mm) had both a standard PET scan and an extra scan where they held their breath. The goal was to see if this reduces blurring from b…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 19:11 UTC
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New blood test could sniff out lung cancer early
Diagnosis CompletedThis study collected blood samples from 109 people with and without lung cancer to develop a blood test called OncoSweep Lung Spotlight. The test looks for genetic and other signals in the blood that might indicate lung cancer. Researchers hope this could lead to a simple, non-in…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Pharus Taiwan, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:08 UTC
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Robot-Assisted lung biopsy shows promise in accuracy study
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a robotic system (Ion Endoluminal System) to see how accurately it can place a biopsy tool into lung nodules. 200 adults with lung nodules between 6 mm and 3 cm took part. The system uses real-time 3D imaging to guide the biopsy needle. The main goal was to meas…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Intuitive Surgical • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:54 UTC
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Breathing trick could sharpen lung cancer radiation
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tests a breathing method called percussive ventilation breathhold (PVB) to help people hold still during lung cancer radiation. The goal is to see if the technique can be used successfully by healthy volunteers and lung cancer patients. If it works, it may allow …
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Spray before biopsy may curb bleeding and boost cancer diagnosis
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether spraying a drug called terlipressin into the airways before taking biopsy samples can reduce bleeding. The goal was to allow doctors to safely take more tissue samples, which could improve the chances of diagnosing lung cancer. The trial involved 130 adu…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Texts that heal minds: personalized messages boost brain power in lung cancer survivors
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether personalized motivational messages sent via apps like WhatsApp could improve thinking skills and physical activity in lung cancer survivors who have memory or concentration problems. 124 survivors wore activity trackers and received custom messages for t…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can a short video ease the stigma of lung cancer?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a brief mindfulness video could help reduce the stigma that lung cancer patients often feel, especially those from underserved groups. Researchers worked with a community advisory board of lung cancer patients to design the video. The trial enrolled 108 …
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Walking your way through chemo: study tests if steps keep treatment on track
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a simple walking program, guided by a fitness tracker, could help cancer patients tolerate their chemoradiotherapy without missing treatments. 166 adults with brain, head and neck, lung, gastrointestinal, or cervical cancer participated. Patients were gi…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New nursing model aims to ease anxiety and pain in lung cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 4-week nursing program based on self-efficacy theory for 300 lung cancer patients receiving CyberKnife radiation. The program included education, psychological support, and self-management training. Researchers measured changes in anxiety, pain, and quality of…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Can Self-Kindness ease lung cancer stigma? new study says maybe
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested a 10-week virtual group program called Mindful Self-Compassion for Lung Cancer (MSC-LC) in 79 adults with lung cancer who felt stigmatized. Participants were randomly assigned to the program or a waitlist that received mental health resources. The goal was…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Loyola Marymount University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New program aims to help lung cancer patients kick the habit
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a program to help lung cancer patients stop smoking and avoid starting again. 21 adults with lung cancer who smoked took part. The program included counseling, a web video, and support calls. The goal was to see if the program was easy to use and if patients lik…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Breathing exercises after lung cancer surgery may speed up recovery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a structured physiotherapy program for 60 people who had lung cancer surgery. The program included breathing exercises, early walking, and posture training during their hospital stay. Researchers measured how long people stayed in the hospital and checked vital …
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bezmialem Vakif University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Smartphone app aims to boost cancer patient voice during treatment
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a mobile app helps cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy report their symptoms more effectively. Over 200 participants used the app to track side effects for 8 weeks. The goal was to see if the app improves how patients recognize a…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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New study: walking may ease crushing fatigue after lung cancer surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a low-cost, portable exercise program for people with non-small cell lung cancer after surgery. The goal was to help them manage severe fatigue and improve their quality of life. 235 adults took part, and the program was designed to be safe and practical for nea…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Nebraska • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Talking it out: video chats boost smoking quit intentions in lung cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis completed study tested whether motivational interviewing, a supportive counseling style, delivered through online video calls could increase the intention to quit smoking in people with lung cancer. Forty-two participants who smoked were randomly assigned to receive the inte…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Gaziantep • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Learning before surgery may speed recovery, study finds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a nurse-led education session before thoracic surgery helps lung cancer patients recover better. 100 adults were split into two groups: one received structured education with a booklet, the other got standard care. Researchers measured pain, lung functio…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Başakşehir Çam & Sakura City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Could a common cold drug stop chronic pain after chest surgery?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether adding amantadine (a drug used for flu and Parkinson's) to pregabalin (a nerve pain medication) can prevent chronic pain after chest surgery. Sixty cancer patients having chest surgery took either both drugs or pregabalin alone for five days. Researchers…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Electric pads on wrists and ankles may ease Post-Surgery pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis completed study tested whether a special type of electrical nerve stimulation, based on wrist-ankle acupuncture theory (TENS-WAA), can reduce pain after video-assisted lung surgery. 156 adults undergoing lung cancer surgery received either real TENS-WAA or a sham device. The…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Changhai Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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AR tech could make lung surgery less painful and cheaper
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether augmented reality (AR) can help surgeons locate small lung nodules during surgery, compared to the standard CT-guided hook-wire method. 270 patients with lung cancer were enrolled across multiple centers. The goal was to see if AR could make the procedur…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Chest Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Get up and eat! new study says early activity after lung surgery speeds recovery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new care plan that gets people eating and moving sooner after lung surgery. 232 adults took part. The goal was to see if this approach, based on the ERAS protocol, improves recovery quality, reduces complications, and shortens hospital stays compared to standa…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jianxing He • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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VR movies calm cancer patients before radiation
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether watching 360° virtual reality movies can reduce fear and anxiety in cancer patients about to start radiation therapy. 292 adults with breast, lung, prostate, head and neck cancer, or brain tumors participated. Patients watched a VR movie and then filled …
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Maastricht Radiation Oncology • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New tool aims to boost lung cancer trial enrollment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study develops and tests a tool designed to help lung cancer nurses talk to patients about clinical trials. The tool provides information on available trials, communication tips, and practical guidance. Researchers will test it in four UK hospitals to see if it improves nurs…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Oxford Brookes University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 01:00 UTC
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New freezing biopsy could make lung cancer diagnosis safer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tests whether a biopsy technique called transbronchial cryobiopsy is safer than the standard method for diagnosing lung cancer. About 100 adults with known or suspected lung cancer will undergo the procedure under general anesthesia. Researchers will track complication…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 01:00 UTC
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New tool aims to boost lung cancer trial enrollment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aims to develop and test a tool that helps lung cancer nurses talk to patients about clinical trials. Only about 8% of lung cancer patients in the UK join trials, and nurses often lack the time or confidence to discuss them. The tool will be tested in four UK hospitals…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oxford Brookes University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a quick chat with a radiotherapy tech ease cancer patients' anxiety?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether having a special consultation with a radiotherapy technician (called a manipulator) helps cancer patients feel more informed about their treatment. Researchers enrolled 308 adults with various cancers who were getting radiation therapy. They compared …
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lung cancer clues found in blood vessels near tumors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 30 people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer who had surgery. Researchers collected blood from a vein near the tumor and from a regular arm vein to study tiny particles called exosomes. The goal was to see if these particles could help predict whethe…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ultrasound could reveal hidden lung changes after surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study uses lung ultrasound to measure how the lungs change after surgery to remove part of a lung due to cancer. Researchers will check lung aeration before surgery, right after, and 24 hours later in about 32 adults. They aim to see if ultrasound findings relate to oxygen l…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Ana Broseta Lleó • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Researchers aim to simplify COPD care for cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study collected information from 101 patients and healthcare providers to design a care pathway for COPD in people also being treated for lung or head and neck cancer. The goal was to identify common burdens and barriers to COPD care in oncology clinics. The findin…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Massive study tests yearly brain scans for lung cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study analyzed health records from over 229,000 people with newly diagnosed lung cancer in Korea to see if getting a brain MRI every year helps find cancer that has spread to the brain. The goal was to learn whether these scans catch brain metastases earlier, when they might…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Can bone markers predict survival in lung cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study enrolled 200 adults with lung adenocarcinoma that has spread to the bones. Researchers took bone biopsies, scans, and blood tests to measure bone and metabolic markers. The goal is to see if these markers are linked to how long patients live. This is an observational s…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Scientists create massive biobank to uncover lung Cancer's earliest clues
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study collected and stored biological samples from nearly 10,000 tin miners in China who are at high risk for lung cancer due to workplace exposures. The goal is to use these samples to discover early markers of the disease, which could lead to better screening and preventio…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Could a common cholesterol drug improve recovery after cancer surgery?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study reviewed the medical records of 569 adults who had surgery for lung or esophageal cancer. Researchers wanted to see if taking statins (cholesterol-lowering drugs) around the time of surgery was linked to fewer complications and better long-term outcomes. The goal is to…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Smartphones track lung cancer patients' steps during radiation
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how physically active lung cancer patients are during radiation therapy. Twenty adults with lung cancer carried smartphones that counted their steps. Researchers compared step counts from the first week of treatment to the fifth week to see if activity change…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New 4D scan could sharpen lung cancer radiation
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a special 4D PET-CT scan can help doctors better target radiation for lung cancer. Seven patients with non-small cell lung cancer received both a standard CT scan and a 4D PET-CT scan before radiotherapy. Researchers compared the tumor volumes identified…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Simple urine test could show if lung cancer immunotherapy is working
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 150 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer to see if proteins and metabolites in blood and urine could help monitor how well immunotherapy is working. Researchers used mass spectrometry to measure these markers before, during, and after tre…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Lung doctors take on lab role: can they match pathologists?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a lung specialist (pulmonologist) can quickly check biopsy samples during a lung cancer procedure, a job usually done by a pathologist. Researchers compared the pulmonologist's on-the-spot assessment with the pathologist's final report in 189 patients…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera SS. Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo di Alessandria • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Can a phone app keep lung cancer patients moving during treatment?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a smartphone app that reminds people to walk several times a day. It was designed to help lung cancer patients stay active during radiotherapy. Thirty healthy volunteers downloaded the app and rated how easy it was to use. The goal was to see if the app is user-…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New computer tool aims to improve lung cancer biopsies
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a virtual navigation system that helps doctors guide a bronchoscope to lung nodules for sampling. Researchers compared results from 110 patients who used the system to historical data from standard procedures. The goal was to see if the system improves biopsy su…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Penn State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Gene test could make painkillers safer for elderly surgery patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how a gene called CYP2D6 influences pain relief from the drug oxycodone in 100 older adults (age 60+) having lung cancer surgery. Researchers measured pain and sedation levels to see if genetic differences affect how well the drug works and how safe it is. Th…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Henan Provincial People's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Sharper scans may make cancer radiation more precise
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new cone-beam CT scanner that takes clearer pictures during radiation therapy for lung, liver, and breast cancers. 31 people participated to see if the new scanner reduces image blurring and improves accuracy. The goal is to help doctors target tumors more pre…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Varian, a Siemens Healthineers Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New imaging technique aims to make lung cancer surgery safer and more precise
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new way to help surgeons remove small lung nodules during a type of keyhole surgery called VATS. Doctors used a cone-beam CT scanner to place tiny metal markers (microcoils) near the nodules before removal. The goal was to see if this method is accurate and re…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Joint pain from cancer drug measured in new study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how often joint pain occurs in 71 people with ovarian, colorectal, or lung cancer who were taking the drug bevacizumab. Participants filled out a questionnaire about their joint pain over 6 months. The goal was to better understand this side effect.
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Does sleep apnea worsen lung cancer in Non-Smokers?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 77 never-smokers newly diagnosed with lung cancer to see how many also have sleep apnea and whether sleep apnea affects their cancer outlook. Participants had a sleep test before starting cancer treatment. The goal is to understand if sleep apnea is a hidden …
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Breath test may one day spot lung cancer, early study hints
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at chemical fingerprints (metabolites) in blood, lung tissue, and exhaled breath from 74 people with either non-small cell lung cancer or harmless lung nodules. The goal was to find differences that could help diagnose lung cancer without invasive procedures. Re…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: People's Hospital of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Texting to beat lung cancer: new study tests simple reminder system
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether sending text messages can help more people get screened for lung cancer. 65 adults aged 50-80 who were current or former smokers took part. The program used a central system to check who was eligible, offer risk assessments, and help schedule screening. …
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Scientists hunt for biomarkers to predict radiation damage
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study analyzed blood, urine, and tissue samples from 273 adults with brain or lung cancer who were receiving radiation therapy. The goal was to find biological markers that could predict which patients are more likely to develop serious side effects from radiation, such as l…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Could T-DXd outperform standard care for multiple HER2-Positive cancers? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether the drug T-DXd works better than standard treatments for people with several types of HER2-positive solid tumors. Researchers will compare data from previous T-DXd trials with real-world medical records of patients who received standard care. The goal …
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Could a simple heart pill boost lung cancer treatment?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked back at medical records of 60 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer who received standard immunotherapy (anti-PD-1/PD-L1 drugs). Researchers checked whether those who also took beta-blockers (commonly used for heart conditions) had different outcomes, …
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New program aims to boost lung cancer screening in latinx communities
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether giving Hispanic/Latinx patients educational materials, financial navigation help, and reminders could increase lung cancer screening with low-dose CT scans. 60 eligible adults aged 50-80 with a smoking history took part. The goal was to see if these simp…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Irvine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Free 3D lung maps could make surgery safer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether free, open-source software can create 3D models of the lungs to help surgeons during lung cancer surgery. 13 patients scheduled for lung surgery had their CT scans turned into 3D reconstructions. The goal was to see if these models were easy for surgeons…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Erik de Loos • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Free rides and scheduling help may boost lung cancer screening rates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study tested whether offering free transportation and help scheduling appointments could improve attendance at lung cancer screenings in Philadelphia. Over 250 residents with upcoming or missed low-dose CT scans were offered these services. The goal was to see if s…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Study reveals smoking and drinking habits after cancer diagnosis
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 385 adults diagnosed with their first lung or head & neck cancer to see how many continued using tobacco or alcohol over the next year. Researchers tracked smoking and drinking habits, as well as how long patients lived without the cancer getting worse. The g…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Remote rehab: video calls help lung cancer patients breathe easier after surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a lung rehab program done over video calls can help people recover after lung cancer surgery. 36 patients aged 55-75 who had part or all of a lung removed took part. They did exercises and tests like the 6-minute walk and breathing tests, all guided b…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Halime Sinem Barutçu • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Helping with housing and food may get more people screened for lung cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether helping people with social needs like housing, food, or transportation could increase lung cancer screening rates. 101 adults aged 50-80 who smoked heavily were split into two groups: one got standard education about lung screening, and the other also go…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hackensack Meridian Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New program aims to catch lung cancer early by boosting screening rates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a program to help more people at high risk for lung cancer get a low-dose CT scan, which can catch the disease early and save lives. The program included notifying doctors, educating patients, offering financial help, and reminding patients to talk about screeni…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Irvine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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AI boosts speed and accuracy in cancer radiation planning
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether an AI-assisted software (iCurveE) helps doctors outline organs at risk on CT scans for radiation therapy more accurately and quickly. 500 adults with lung, breast, or esophageal cancer participated. Researchers compared manual outlining, AI-only, and AI-…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Massive study seeks safer chemo recovery for thousands
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 3000 cancer patients to see which treatments work best for preventing dangerously low white blood cell counts after chemotherapy. It compared different approaches to see how well they prevent infections and improve quality of life. The goal is to give doctors…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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New turkish scale helps measure breathing trouble in silent patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a Turkish version of the Respiratory Distress Observation Scale (RDOS) in 100 adult palliative care patients who cannot describe their breathing trouble. The scale uses eight physical signs like heart rate and restlessness to rate distress. The goal was to see i…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Istinye University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Lung cancer & COVID: new study tracks immune response in nearly 2,000 patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at nearly 2,000 adults with lung cancer who caught COVID-19. Researchers tracked their health and checked for antibodies (immune system markers) right after infection and again 6 months after vaccination. The goal was to understand how lung cancer affects the bo…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Fundación GECP • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Breath test breakthrough: scientists read RNA in exhaled air
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis pilot study tested whether it is possible to collect and analyze small RNA molecules from a person's breath. Researchers took breath samples from 25 volunteers (healthy people and a few with lung disease) at rest and after intense exercise. They successfully extracted and se…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Medical University of Bialystok • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Lung cancer study sheds light on hidden sexual struggles
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at sexual problems in 553 adults with lung cancer. Researchers wanted to find out how common these issues are and how severe they can be. The goal is to help doctors better support patients during and after cancer treatment.
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Fundación GECP • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Can a sleep apnea device shield lungs from radiation?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether using a CPAP machine (commonly used for sleep apnea) during radiation therapy can reduce the amount of radiation reaching the lungs. Eight people with left-sided breast cancer or lung cancer took part. Researchers compared lung radiation doses with an…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Timing is everything: could your body clock influence lung cancer?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether the time of day affects the number of cancer cells in the blood of people with advanced lung cancer. Researchers took blood samples from 27 patients at 4 a.m. and 10 a.m. before starting treatment. The goal was to see if circadian rhythms influence ho…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Rural cancer care boost: virtual training aims to close Follow-Up gaps
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a program called KanSurvive, which uses virtual education sessions and practice support to help rural primary care clinics improve follow-up care for cancer survivors. Researchers worked with 15 rural practices to see if they could better follow guidelines for m…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Kansas Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Phone and video calls boost lung cancer screening follow-up in small pilot
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether telehealth coaching can help people get their yearly lung cancer screening on time. 22 participants who were overdue for a follow-up low-dose CT scan received coaching via video or phone call. The goal was to see if this approach is practical and helps p…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Massachusetts, Worcester • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New scanner aims to sharpen cancer radiation accuracy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new cone-beam CT scanner designed to take clearer images while patients are on the radiotherapy couch. 41 adults with head-and-neck, lung, breast, abdominal, or pelvic cancer each had one or two scans with the new device. The goal was to see if the images were…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Varian, a Siemens Healthineers Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Your iPhone could be your next cancer symptom tracker
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether iPhones and Apple Watches can reliably collect health data from people with cancer. 49 adults undergoing cancer treatment wore an Apple Watch and used an iPhone for 4 months to track activity, fatigue, and thinking skills. The goal was to see if these de…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Cancer patients speak out: what they really want from pharmacy visits
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study asked 167 people with cancer (and their caregivers) what they value most during pharmacy consultations for oral cancer drugs. Using a survey method, researchers identified key preferences to help hospitals design better support services. The goal was to improve patient…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Besancon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Firefighters' lungs under the scanner: new study aims to catch cancer early
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether firefighters have different lung scan results compared to non-firefighters, and if a blood test can help better predict lung cancer risk. Over 700 current and retired firefighters took part. The goal was to improve early detection of lung cancer and o…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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535 lung cancer patients studied to see how nivolumab performs after chemo
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 535 people in France with advanced non-small cell lung cancer who were given nivolumab after at least one round of chemotherapy. Researchers wanted to see how well the drug worked, how long it kept cancer from getting worse, and what side effects occurred in …
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Chicken eggs used to grow patient cancer cells in new automated system
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether an automated system can grow cancer cells from patient samples (blood, fluid, or tumor tissue) inside chicken eggs. Researchers aimed to see if at least half of the samples would successfully grow. The goal is to create a better, cheaper way to study can…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Can facebook ads help detect lung cancer earlier?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether Facebook ads and a personalized online tool called LungTalk could increase awareness and knowledge about lung cancer screening among people at high risk. Over 500 participants with a history of heavy smoking were recruited through Facebook. The goal was …
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hackensack Meridian Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Imfinzi under the microscope: how does it perform outside the lab?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tracked over 700 people in Korea who were already receiving the cancer drug Imfinzi (durvalumab) for lung or biliary tract cancer. The goal was to see how safe and effective the drug is in everyday medical practice, not just in strict clinical trials. Researchers monit…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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New study links smoking and alcohol to worse cancer outcomes
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 165 adults newly diagnosed with lung or head & neck cancer who smoked. Researchers interviewed them by phone about their smoking and drinking habits, and followed up at 3, 6, and 12 months. The goal was to understand what makes it harder or easier f…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Can tracking lung nodules save lives? new study maps care in latin america
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how lung nodules are found and managed in hospitals across Latin America. Researchers tracked 562 adults to see how long it takes from finding a nodule to getting a diagnosis and treatment. The goal is to understand current practices and find ways t…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Your voice matters: study tests if patient symptom reports help doctors catch side effects earlier
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether having cancer patients report their own symptoms during radiation treatment helps doctors notice and manage side effects better. About 104 adults with lung, esophageal, or other gastrointestinal cancers took part. Doctors reviewed patient-reported sym…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Beacon-Guided Breath-Hold radiation tested for lung cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether small devices called Calypso beacons, placed near lung tumors, can help doctors track the tumor's position during radiation while the patient holds their breath. 48 adults with lung cancer took part. The goal was to see if this approach is feasible and t…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Lung cancer Treatment's hidden toll on physical strength revealed
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study followed 150 lung cancer patients to see how their treatment—surgery, chemo, radiation, or immunotherapy—affects their physical abilities, symptoms, and quality of life. Researchers measured things like walking distance, muscle strength, and daily activity le…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Sponsor: Hasselt University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:56 UTC
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New Open-Source AI aims to speed up chest X-Ray reports
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new AI system (Janus Pro 1B-CXR) designed to help radiologists interpret chest X-rays. The AI was developed using public data and evaluated in 296 patients with suspected chest diseases. Researchers compared report quality, reading time, and agreement between …
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:55 UTC
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Free transport boosts lung cancer screening attendance in west philadelphia
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a community support program that offered free transportation to lung cancer screening appointments for West Philadelphia residents. Out of 242 participants, researchers measured how many people attended their scheduled low-dose CT scans. The goal was to see if r…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New 3D map may help surgeons remove lung cancer more accurately
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a software tool called RUS Lung that creates a 3D model of a patient's lungs from CT scans. Surgeons used it to plan and guide minimally invasive surgery for early-stage lung cancer. The study enrolled 34 adults and checked how well the tool matched the actual t…
Matched conditions: LUNG CANCER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hutom Corp • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:54 UTC