Childhood radiation linked to thyroid cancer: major study seeks answers

NCT ID NCT07473518

First seen Mar 16, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study looks at children who received radiation therapy for cancer to understand their risk of developing thyroid nodules or thyroid cancer later in life. Researchers will track 2,550 participants to find out how common these thyroid problems are and what factors increase the risk. They will also study the genetic makeup of any thyroid tumors found to identify markers that could predict cancer development. The goal is to create better, personalized screening and treatment plans for these patients.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • UO Medicina Nucleare - IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna

    RECRUITING

    Bologna, 40138, Italy

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

  • UOC Pediatria - IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna

    RECRUITING

    Bologna, 40138, Italy

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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