Spinal tap test may spot hidden brain cancer

NCT ID NCT07476781

First seen Mar 21, 2026 · Last updated Apr 25, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This study looks at whether a sample of spinal fluid can find cancer cells or DNA from tumors that have spread to the brain or spinal cord. Researchers will collect fluid from 60 people with solid tumors, some with brain involvement and some without. The goal is to see if this liquid biopsy method works as a diagnostic tool.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

    RECRUITING

    Toronto, Ontario, M8Z 3X1, Canada

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

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