Taiwan launches genetic mapping study for throat cancer
NCT ID NCT05522881
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study aims to collect and analyze genetic information from 300 Taiwanese patients with oropharyngeal cancer. Researchers will use advanced DNA sequencing to find genetic changes linked to the disease. The goal is to improve understanding and help design future treatments or trials.
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 help identify genetic markers that guide future treatments or clinical trials for oropharyngeal cancer.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational registry study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly benefit participants and may not lead to immediate clinical changes.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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China Medical University Hospital
RECRUITINGTaichung, 400, Taiwan
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Kaohsiung Medical University Chung-Ho Memorial Hospital
RECRUITINGKaohsiung City, Taiwan
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Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital
RECRUITINGKaohsiung City, Taiwan
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National Cheng Kung University Hospital
RECRUITINGTainan, Taiwan
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Pei-Jen Alex Lou
RECRUITINGTaipei, Taiwan
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Taichung Veterans General Hospital
RECRUITINGTaichung, Taiwan
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Taipei Veterans General Hospital
RECRUITINGTaipei, Taiwan
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