Scientists seek families with rare cancers to unlock genetic secrets

NCT ID NCT05350761

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 39 times

Summary

This study aims to learn how genes and environmental factors cause rare tumors and cancer in individuals and families. Up to 500 people of any age with unusual cancers, a family history of cancer, or certain exposures may join. Participants provide medical history, samples, and exams, but no treatment is given. Results may help future cancer prevention and diagnosis.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • NIH National Cancer Institute - Shady Grove

    RECRUITING

    Rockville, Maryland, 20850, United States

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    RECRUITING

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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