Scientists hunt for clues in colorectal cancer tissue and blood

NCT ID NCT01762813

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is gathering blood and tumor samples from 1,200 people with colorectal cancer who are having surgery to remove their cancer. Researchers want to look for biomarkers that might help predict how well patients do after surgery. The study does not test a new treatment, but aims to better understand the disease.

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 help identify biomarkers that predict cancer recurrence or survival after surgery.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not lead to any direct benefit for participants.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

colonic neoplasm colorectal cancer colorectal neoplasm rectal neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Stavanger University Hospital

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    Stavanger, 4068, Norway

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