Deeper DNA analysis may unlock better cancer care

NCT ID NCT04614480

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study is testing whether a more detailed genetic analysis of tumors (called 'complex' exome analysis) helps doctors choose better treatments for people with advanced solid tumors compared to a standard genetic analysis. About 8,000 participants will have their tumor and normal DNA analyzed. The goal is to see if the complex analysis leads to treatments that would not have been possible with the simpler test.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Exome analysis (genetic testing of tumor and normal DNA)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that a more detailed genetic analysis helps doctors select better, more personalized cancer treatments from the start.

What could go wrong

This is a Phase 2 study, so it is still early. The extra genetic information may not actually improve treatment decisions or patient outcomes. The results may not apply to all cancer types.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer 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

  • CGFL

    RECRUITING

    Dijon, 21079, France

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  • CHRU Jean Minjoz

    RECRUITING

    Besançon, France

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  • CHU Amiens Picardie

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Amiens, France

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  • CHU François Mitterrand

    RECRUITING

    Dijon, France

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  • CHU Nantes

    TERMINATED

    Nantes, France

  • Centre Eugène Marquis

    RECRUITING

    Rennes, France

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  • Centre Henri Baclesse

    RECRUITING

    Caen, France

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  • Centre Oscar Lambret

    RECRUITING

    Lille, France

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  • Chu Poitiers

    TERMINATED

    Poitiers, France

  • Institut Bergonie

    TERMINATED

    Bordeaux, France

  • Institut Hospitalier Franco-Britannique

    TERMINATED

    Levallois-Perret, France

  • Institut JeanGodinot

    RECRUITING

    Reims, France

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