Could colorectal cancer and diabetes be linked by genes?

NCT ID NCT07648589

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will follow 200 people with colorectal cancer and healthy controls to explore how genes, blood sugar, and immune responses are connected. Researchers will analyze blood and tissue samples to find shared genetic factors that may influence both cancer and diabetes. The goal is to better understand these links and identify potential markers for personalized care.

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 study could point toward better risk assessment and new treatment targets for colorectal cancer patients with glucose issues.

What could go wrong

This is an early observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not lead to direct patient benefits, and results may not apply to all populations.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

colorectal cancer colorectal neoplasm diabetes mellitus hyperglycemia

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

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