Why do childhood cancer survivors age faster? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07531498

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

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 29, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study will examine muscle health in 533 adult survivors of childhood cancer and compare them to people without a cancer history. Using advanced imaging and tests, researchers hope to identify different types of muscle problems. The goal is to better understand why survivors often lose muscle mass and strength early, which could lead to better ways to help them stay active and healthy.

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 specific types of muscle problems in survivors, leading to targeted treatments to preserve muscle function.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly improve muscle health, and the findings may not apply to all survivors.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

childhood malignant neoplasm Muscle Weakness Sarcopenia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

LOW MUSCLE MASS MUSCLE WEAKNESS SARCOPENIA

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Locations

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Memphis, Tennessee, 38105, United States

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