Tiny muscle biopsies could unlock secrets of cancer wasting
NCT ID NCT06780423
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study looks at muscle structure in colorectal cancer patients who experience cachexia—severe weight and muscle loss. Researchers will take small muscle samples from the back and thigh, along with blood tests and scans, to compare muscle health between cachectic patients, non-cachectic patients, and healthy volunteers. The goal is to better understand why muscle wasting happens, which may guide future treatments.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help researchers better understand muscle wasting in cancer, potentially pointing toward future treatments or supportive care strategies.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early observational study with only 60 participants. It does not test any treatment, so it may not directly lead to new therapies or change patient care.
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Hasselt University - REVAL research institution
RECRUITINGDiepenbeek, Limburg, 3520, Belgium
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Jessa Hospital
RECRUITINGHasselt, Limburg, 3500, Belgium
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