Blood test could spot cancer return months before scans

NCT ID NCT07660627

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

Summary

This study is testing a blood test that looks for tiny bits of cancer DNA (ctDNA) in people with esophageal, gastric, or pancreatic cancer. The goal is to see if it can find signs of cancer coming back or getting worse earlier than current methods. About 34 participants will give blood samples before and after treatment to check how well the test works.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

deep ctDNA sequencing (blood test)

What this could lead to

If successful, this blood test could help doctors detect cancer relapse or progression earlier than standard scans, allowing for quicker treatment changes.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 34 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The test might miss some cancers or give false alarms.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Adenocarcinoma Of Esophagus Digestive System Neoplasms esophageal adenocarcinoma gastric cancer gastric neoplasm malignant pancreatic neoplasm Neoplasm, Residual pancreatic neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Masaryk Memorial Cancer Institute

    RECRUITING

    Brno, 65653, Czechia