Exercise may boost heart fitness in hodgkin survivors
NCT ID NCT04636255
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether exercise training can improve physical capacity and heart function in adults who survived Hodgkin lymphoma after chemotherapy and chest radiation. Forty survivors took part in fitness tests and heart monitoring. The goal was to see if exercise could reduce long-term heart risks caused by past cancer treatments.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that exercise programs help Hodgkin lymphoma survivors improve their physical fitness and reduce long-term heart problems from past cancer treatments.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to all survivors. It also does not test a new drug or cure, only the effects of exercise.
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Luciana de Souza Santos
São Paulo, São Paulo, 05403-900, Brazil