Blood test may replace biopsies for bile duct cancer patients

NCT ID NCT07142226

First seen Mar 27, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 7 times

Summary

This study is testing whether a blood test that looks for tumor DNA (ctDNA) can find genetic changes in advanced bile duct cancer as well as a traditional tissue biopsy does. Researchers will enroll 200 adults with advanced biliary tract cancer across multiple hospitals in Korea. The goal is to see if this less invasive method can help doctors choose targeted therapies more quickly and effectively.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Bundang CHA Medical Center

    RECRUITING

    Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, 13496, South Korea

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

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