Childhood cancer Survivors' hearts under the microscope

NCT ID NCT07594392

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study will use heart scans and blood tests to check for early signs of heart disease in 650 adult survivors of childhood cancer. The goal is to better understand who is at highest risk due to past cancer treatments like radiation or chemotherapy. Results will be compared to people without a cancer history to improve future prevention strategies.

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 lead to better ways to identify childhood cancer survivors at high risk for heart disease, enabling earlier prevention.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly change care. Results may not apply to all survivors or lead to immediate new guidelines.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

atherosclerosis atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ATHEROSCLEROTIC CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

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Locations

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Memphis, Tennessee, 38104, United States

Contact Email: •••••@•••••

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