Cancer patients report more memory lapses, study finds
NCT ID NCT03975959
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looked at memory complaints in 426 people, including those with brain tumors, breast cancer, and healthy volunteers. Participants filled out questionnaires about their memory, mood, and fatigue. The goal was to understand how cancer and its treatments might affect everyday memory, especially the ability to remember future tasks.
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 help identify new targets for psychological support to improve memory complaints in cancer patients.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures subjective complaints, so it may not lead to direct improvements.
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Conditions
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Locations
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CHU D'amiens
Amiens, Nord, 80080, France
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CHU Lyon
Saint-Genis-Laval, 69230, France
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Hopital saint Louis
Paris, 75010, France
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Hôpital d'Instruction des Armées
Clamart, 92190, France
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Icm Val D'Aurelle
Montpellier, Herault, 34298, France
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UFR de Psychologie Université de Lille
Villeneuve-d'Ascq, NORD, 59653, France