Massive study of 7,259 colon cancer patients reveals recurrence patterns after surgery
NCT ID NCT07167147
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked back at over 7,000 colon cancer patients who had surgery to remove their tumors. Researchers wanted to see how the cancer's stage and lymph node involvement affected whether the cancer came back and how long patients lived. By grouping patients by tumor and node stage, they hope to find patterns that could guide better follow-up care. No new treatments were tested—this was purely an analysis of past medical records.
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 research could help doctors better predict which colon cancer patients need more intensive follow-up after surgery, potentially catching recurrences earlier.
What could go wrong
This is a retrospective study using existing data, so it can show patterns but cannot prove cause and effect. The findings may not apply to all hospitals or patient groups.
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Locations
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Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou
Taoyuan, Taoyuan, 33305, Taiwan