Can a fitness tracker predict cancer trial side effects?
NCT ID NCT03971266
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study looked at whether fitness trackers (like step counters and heart rate monitors) can give a more accurate picture of how well cancer patients are functioning physically during early-phase clinical trials. Researchers hoped that these devices could help identify patients at higher risk for serious side effects or hospitalization. The study involved 31 cancer patients who wore the trackers and reported symptoms daily.
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Locations
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Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center
Los Angeles, California, 90033, United States
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USC / Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center
Los Angeles, California, 90033, United States
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