Frailty check could predict chemo danger for seniors

NCT ID NCT07624370

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how frailty—a state of weakness and reduced physical function—affects the risk of severe side effects from chemotherapy in people aged 70 and older with cancer. Researchers will assess 160 patients using various tests for frailty, muscle loss, and overall health before treatment. The goal is to see if frailty can predict who will experience serious toxicity, helping doctors tailor treatments more safely.

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 help doctors identify which older patients are at higher risk of severe side effects from chemotherapy, leading to more personalized and safer treatment plans.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly improve outcomes. Results may not apply to all cancer types or treatment settings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

biliary tract cancer colorectal cancer esophageal cancer Frailty gastric cancer hematologic disorder intestinal cancer lung cancer lymphoma malignant pancreatic neoplasm mesothelioma plasma cell myeloma Sarcopenia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Trial Office-ASST Ovest Milanese

    Legnano, Italy, 20025, Italy