Kidney cancer study reveals muscle loss clues in 161 patients
NCT ID NCT06898632
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at how lifestyle factors like obesity and muscle loss affect kidney cancer risk and survival after kidney removal. Researchers collected blood, tissue, and questionnaire data from 161 patients over up to 5 years. The goal was to understand how to personalize treatments and improve health after diagnosis.
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Huntsman Cancer Institute
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84112, United States
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