Gene combo clues could spot High-Risk colon cancer families

NCT ID NCT01057953

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether certain combinations of genetic variations, rather than a single gene, can increase the risk of colorectal cancer. Researchers will compare the DNA of 700 patients with strong family histories of the disease against 350 healthy controls. The goal is to better understand non-Mendelian genetic risk and potentially improve screening recommendations for at-risk relatives.

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 families at high genetic risk for colorectal cancer, leading to earlier and more targeted screening.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not find clear genetic patterns, and results may not change current screening practices.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer colonic neoplasm colorectal adenoma colorectal cancer neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CH de Niort

    Niort, France

  • CHRU de Lille

    Lille, France

  • CHU de Dijon

    Dijon, France

  • CHU de Grenoble

    Grenoble, France

  • CHU de Montpellier

    Montpellier, France

  • CHU de Rennes

    Rennes, France

  • CHU de Saint-Etienne

    Saint-Etienne, France

  • CHU de Toulouse

    Toulouse, France

  • CLCC Val d'Aurelle

    Montpellier, France

  • Centre Eugène Marquis

    Rennes, 35000, France

  • Centre François Baclesse

    Caen, 14000, France

  • Hôpital Européen Georges Pompidou

    Paris, France

  • Institut Claudius Regaud

    Toulouse, France

  • Institut Curie

    Paris, 75005, France

  • Institut Gustave Roussy

    Villejuif, 94800, France

  • UHRouen

    Rouen, 76031, France