Immune cell clues in colon cancer could forecast recurrence risk
NCT ID NCT02557061
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study followed 56 patients who had surgery for non-metastatic colon cancer to see if the number and type of immune cells in their tumors could predict whether the cancer would come back. Researchers analyzed both blood samples and tumor tissue for various immune markers. The goal was to find better ways to identify patients who might need extra monitoring or treatment after surgery.
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 identify which colon cancer patients are at higher risk of recurrence, leading to more personalized follow-up care.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, observational study with only 56 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. It is exploratory and does not test a new treatment.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Rouen University Hospital
Rouen, 76031, France
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