Blood test may personalize ovarian cancer care after surgery
NCT ID NCT07546578
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is testing whether a blood test that looks for tiny bits of tumor DNA (called ctDNA) can help doctors decide who needs extra treatment after ovarian cancer surgery. Researchers will analyze stored blood samples from 50 patients taken before and after surgery. The goal is to see if the test can spot patients at higher risk of the cancer coming back, which could lead to more personalized care.
What this could mean
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Active substance
ctDNA blood test (liquid biopsy)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a more personalized approach to decide who needs chemotherapy after ovarian cancer surgery, potentially avoiding unnecessary treatment.
What could go wrong
This is a small, retrospective study using stored samples, not a treatment trial. It may not prove that ctDNA testing improves outcomes, and results may not apply to all patients.
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Locations
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Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS
Roma, Italy