New study aims to decode bowel problems in rectal cancer survivors

NCT ID NCT06914245

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: KU Leuven Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study follows 150 rectal cancer patients to understand why some have long-term bowel problems after treatment. Participants use a smartphone app to track symptoms and fill out quality-of-life questionnaires. The goal is to create personalized care plans that address each patient's unique needs.

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 lead to personalized care plans that better manage bowel symptoms and improve quality of life for rectal cancer survivors.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not testing a new treatment. It may not directly change patient outcomes, and results may take years to apply in practice.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Low Anterior Resection Syndrome rectal cancer rectal neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ACTIVE SURVEILLANCE LARS - LOW ANTERIOR RESECTION SYNDROME RECTAL CANCER

Contacts and locations

Locations

UZ Leuven
RECRUITING

Leuven, Vlaams-Brabant, 3000, Belgium

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