Taiwan launches genetic map for bile duct cancer

NCT ID NCT05036486

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

Summary

This study collects tumor tissue from 480 people with advanced biliary tract cancer in Taiwan to analyze their genetic makeup. The goal is to create a detailed map of genetic changes in this cancer, which could help identify potential targeted therapies. Participants are already receiving or about to start their first standard treatment, and the study simply observes and records their genetic and clinical data.

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 create a detailed genetic map of biliary tract cancer in Taiwan, helping doctors match patients with targeted treatments in the future.

What could go wrong

This is an observational registry, not a treatment trial. It will not directly benefit participants and may not lead to new therapies for years, if at all.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

biliary tract cancer Biliary Tract Neoplasms

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Chiayi

    Chiayi City, Taiwan

  • China Medical University Hospital

    Taichung, Taiwan

  • Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital

    Kaohsiung City, Taiwan

  • Kaohsiung Medical University Chung-Ho Memorial Hospital,

    Kaohsiung City, Taiwan

  • Koo Foundation Sun Yat-Sen Cancer Center

    Taipei, Taiwan

  • Linko Chang Gung Memorial Hospital

    Taoyuan, Taiwan

  • MacKay Memorial Hospital

    Taipei, Taiwan

  • National Cheng Kung University Hospital

    Tainan, Taiwan

  • National Taiwan University Hospital

    Taipei, Taiwan

  • Taipei Medical University-Shuang Ho Hospital

    Taipei, Taiwan

  • Taipei Veterans General Hospital

    Taipei, Taiwan

  • Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare

    Taoyuan, Taiwan

  • Tri-Service General Hospital

    Taipei, Taiwan