Could a bronchial wash detect lung cancer mutations faster?
NCT ID NCT06228508
First seen Aug 13, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study investigates whether a liquid biopsy taken from the airways during a bronchoscopy can help diagnose lung cancer and identify genetic mutations. The approach aims to be less invasive and faster than traditional tissue biopsies. Researchers will compare the accuracy of this bronchial fluid test against standard methods in adults undergoing bronchoscopy for suspected or known lung cancer.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Bronchial liquid biopsy (ctDNA and ctRNA) collected during bronchoscopy
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to faster, less invasive molecular testing for lung cancer, potentially improving personalized treatment decisions.
- What could go wrong
- The test's sensitivity may be limited, and it might not replace traditional biopsies for all patients. The study is relatively small and early-stage.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Service de Pneumologie et Oncologie Thoracique - Hôpital Tenon
Paris, 75020, France
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