Institut De Cancérologie De Lorraine
Clinical trials sponsored by Institut De Cancérologie De Lorraine, explained in plain language.
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New combo therapy shows promise for tough pancreatic cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two different treatment plans for people with a specific type of pancreatic cancer that is on the edge of being removable by surgery. 130 patients received either chemotherapy alone or chemotherapy plus radiation before surgery. The goal was to see which approac…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Can meditation ease stress for cancer care workers?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 3-session program combining meditation and acceptance and commitment therapy for staff at a cancer center. Twenty employees participated, and researchers measured how many completed the program and their satisfaction. The goal was to see if the program is feas…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Hypnosis eases cancer procedure anxiety, small trial suggests
Symptom relief CompletedThis completed Phase 2 trial tested whether formal hypnosis, alongside standard care, could reduce anxiety and pain in 68 cancer patients undergoing brachytherapy. Patients received either standard care with Kalinox or standard care plus formal hypnosis. The study measured anxiet…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Full or empty bladder? study tests best way to protect organs during cervical cancer radiation
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 22 women with cervical cancer to see if having an empty bladder (using a catheter) or a full bladder (filled with 120cc of fluid) is better during a type of internal radiation called brachytherapy. The goal was to find which method lowers the radiation dose t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Pill-Taking habits under the microscope in advanced cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how closely 200 adults with advanced breast or prostate cancer follow their prescribed oral cancer treatments. Participants filled out questionnaires about their medication use and gave blood samples to check certain health markers. The goal was to understand…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New device could spot failed pain blocks during mastectomy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 100 women having a mastectomy to see if a device called the Analgesia Nociception Index (ANI) can detect when a nerve block isn't working. The device measures pain signals during general anesthesia. If it works, doctors could adjust pain treatment right away,…
Sponsor: Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Cancer patients skip exercise – researchers want to know why
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 261 French cancer patients to understand why many do not exercise, despite evidence that physical activity improves survival and well-being. Researchers surveyed patients about their personality, motivation, anxiety, and social background. The goal …
Sponsor: Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:16 UTC