Can heart checks save Hodgkin's survivors?
NCT ID NCT00165425
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether a heart screening program is practical for people who survived Hodgkin's disease after chest radiation. Researchers will use echocardiograms and stress tests to find heart problems early and track risk factors. The goal is to improve care for 210 survivors treated at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to routine heart screening guidelines for Hodgkin's survivors, helping detect heart problems early and improve long-term health.
What could go wrong
This is an observational feasibility study, not a treatment trial. It may not prove that screening improves outcomes, and results may not apply to all survivors.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States