Can chemo make you stronger? new study investigates fitness in older cancer patients

NCT ID NCT07220512

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study looks at how 3-4 cycles of chemotherapy before surgery affects frailty in adults over 55 with advanced ovarian or endometrial cancer. Researchers will use an electronic frailty index to measure changes in fitness and cognitive function. The goal is to understand whether this treatment approach helps or harms overall health in older patients.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Wake Forest Baptist Comprehensive Cancer Center

    RECRUITING

    Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157, United States

    Contact

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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