Cancer patients' family talks about genetic surprises studied

NCT ID NCT02713334

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study explores how cancer patients feel and what they do when they learn about extra genetic findings from their tumor tests. Researchers want to understand how patients decide to share this information with their family members. About 495 adults with solid tumors are taking part. The goal is to learn, not to treat or cure.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

childhood malignant neoplasm Communication neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    New York, New York, 10065, United States