Blood test could revolutionize rectal cancer monitoring
NCT ID NCT05629442
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether a blood test that finds tiny bits of tumor DNA (ctDNA) can help doctors monitor rectal cancer more closely than standard scans. Researchers will collect blood and tissue samples from 60 adults with non-spreading rectal cancer before and after standard treatments. The goal is to see if ctDNA can predict if the cancer is completely gone or if it comes back, potentially allowing some patients to avoid surgery.
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Mass General Cancer Center Newton-Wellesley Hospital
Newton, Massachusetts, 02462, United States
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States
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