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Stanford scientists dig into the genetics of stomach and esophageal cancers

NCT ID NCT01048281

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

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study at Stanford University collects tissue and blood samples from 100 adults with or at high inherited risk for stomach, esophageal, or related cancers. Researchers aim to understand how genes and proteins contribute to cancer development. The study does not test any treatment but may point toward future detection or therapy strategies.

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 reveal new genetic or protein targets that may lead to better ways to detect or treat upper gastrointestinal cancers in the future.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It is small (100 participants) and early-stage, so findings may not lead directly to new therapies or apply to all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

esophageal cancer Esophageal Neoplasms gastric cancer gastric neoplasm gastroesophageal cancer gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma gastrointestinal stromal tumor

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ESOPHAGEAL CANCER GASTRIC (STOMACH) CANCER GASTRO-ESOPHAGEAL(GE) JUNCTION CANCER GASTROINTESTINAL STROMAL TUMOR (GIST) STOMACH CANCER

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Stanford University School of Medicine

    RECRUITING

    Stanford, California, 94305, United States

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