Swiss study tracks childhood cancer Survivors' health for decades

NCT ID NCT04732273

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Bern Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study follows 3,000 childhood cancer survivors in Switzerland to learn about long-term health problems caused by cancer treatments. Participants undergo physical exams, lab tests, and questionnaires during regular follow-up visits. The goal is to better understand and manage late effects like breathing issues or hormonal changes.

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 study could help doctors better predict and manage late effects of childhood cancer treatments, improving long-term care.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not lead to direct changes in care, and results depend on participant follow-up.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

childhood malignant neoplasm neoplasm postpoliomyelitis syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CHILDHOOD CANCER LATE EFFECT

Contacts and locations

Locations

University Childen's Hospital Basel
RECRUITING

Basel, Switzerland
University Children's Hospital Bern
RECRUITING

Bern, Switzerland
University Hospital Geneva
RECRUITING

Geneva, Switzerland

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