New study to reveal hidden link between body composition and cancer survival
NCT ID NCT07161167
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This large study will follow over 6,700 adults with obesity-related cancers (like breast, colorectal, or lung cancer) to track changes in their body fat and muscle using advanced imaging. The goal is to see how these changes relate to survival, cancer recurrence, and quality of life. By understanding these links, researchers hope to improve how we predict and manage outcomes for these patients.
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 doctors better predict outcomes for people with obesity-related cancers by looking beyond just weight.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not test any new drug or therapy, so it cannot directly improve patient outcomes.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Peking union medical college hospital
Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100730, China
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