Quick fix for chemo catheter blockages tested in new study
NCT ID NCT05100355
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested two methods to manage blocked central venous catheters (CVCs) in 92 cancer patients before chemotherapy. One method used a chest X-ray followed by a saline injection, while the other used a contrast dye injection. The goal was to see which approach allowed doctors to decide faster whether to proceed with chemo on the same day.
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 lead to a faster, safer way to clear blocked catheters, allowing chemotherapy to start on time without unnecessary procedures.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 92 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. Both methods are routine, so no major breakthrough is expected.
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Locations
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Audrey ROLLOT
Saint-Herblain, 44805, France
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CH Yves Le Foll
Saint-Brieuc, 22023, France
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CHBA Vannes
Vannes, 56017, France
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CHD La Roche Sur yon
La Roche-sur-Yon, 85925, France
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Centre Eugène Marquis
Rennes, 35042, France
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Centre Hospitalier de St Malo
St-Malo, 35400, France
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Ch Cholet
Cholet, 49300, France
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Institut de Cancérologie de l'Ouest
Angers, 49055, France
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Institut du Cancer Sainte Catherine Avignon Provence
Avignon, 80005, France