New risk score could help stomach cancer patients avoid unnecessary surgery

NCT ID NCT06339307

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

Summary

This study tested a risk scoring model that predicts whether stomach cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes before surgery. Researchers looked at data from 120 patients who had their stomach cancer removed. The goal was to see if the model could help doctors make better treatment decisions.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to
If the model proves accurate, it could help doctors better plan surgery and avoid unnecessary procedures for gastric cancer patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed validation study, not a treatment trial. The model may not be accurate enough for all patients or may not change outcomes.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cancer Hospital of Tianjin Medical University

    Tianjin, Tianjin Municipality, China

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