A simple blood draw could detect bladder Cancer's return — a trial puts it to the test
NCT ID NCT07726602
First seen Jul 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a blood test that looks for tumor DNA can detect if bladder cancer has come back after treatment. Researchers will collect blood, urine, and tissue samples from 100 people with muscle-invasive bladder cancer to see how well the test matches standard methods. The goal is to find a less invasive way to monitor for recurrence.
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 blood test could help catch bladder cancer recurrence earlier and reduce the need for invasive follow-up procedures.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early feasibility study, not a treatment trial. The test may not be accurate enough to replace standard monitoring, and results may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
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OHSU Knight Cancer Institute
RECRUITINGPortland, Oregon, 97239, United States
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