New study aims to uncover hidden cancer triggers in rare muscle disease

NCT ID NCT06808672

First seen May 09, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at blood samples from 50 adults with dermatomyositis, an autoimmune disease that affects muscles and skin and raises cancer risk. Researchers want to find new antibodies and immune markers that could help tell which patients are more likely to develop cancer. The goal is to improve cancer screening for these patients.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • AUSL-IRCCS di Reggio Emilia

    Reggio Emilia, 42122, Italy

  • Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Consorziale Policlinico di Bari

    Bari, 70124, Italy

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