Stomach cancer clues sought in hispanic population study

NCT ID NCT04600466

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study aimed to find genetic and lifestyle factors that increase stomach cancer risk in a mostly Hispanic population in South Texas. Researchers compared DNA from cancer tissue and saliva, and surveyed patients about diet, health history, and exposures. The goal was to understand why this group faces higher risk and how the disease differs from other populations. The study was terminated early, so results are limited.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

gastric adenocarcinoma gastric cancer gastric neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mays Cancer Center, UT Health San Antonio

    San Antonio, Texas, 78229, United States