Massive study aims to crack the code of metastatic breast cancer

NCT ID NCT03758976

First seen Jun 26, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study is tracking 2,000 people with metastatic breast cancer to understand how the cancer changes over time and in response to treatment. Researchers will analyze tumor and blood samples to find genetic markers that predict which therapies work best. The goal is to develop better tools for personalizing care and overcoming drug resistance.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only โ€” not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If successful, this study could lead to better ways to predict how metastatic breast cancer will behave and which treatments might work best for each patient.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly help participants. It may take years to produce useful results, and the findings might not apply to all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

breast carcinoma breast neoplasm Neoplastic Cells, Circulating

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Lund University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Lund, 221 85, Sweden

  • Lund University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Lund, 221 85, Sweden

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