Could your lifestyle or genes cause lung cancer before 50? new study investigates.
NCT ID NCT04640259
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This 100% remote study surveys 250 people diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer before age 50. Participants answer questions about their environment, lifestyle, and family history, and may donate blood. The goal is to uncover factors linked to genetic changes that drive young lung cancer.
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 identify risk factors and genetic patterns that lead to lung cancer in younger people, potentially guiding future prevention or early detection strategies.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It relies on self-reported surveys and voluntary blood samples, which may have biases or limited data. Results may not directly change care.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Addario Lung Cancer Medical Institute
San Carlos, California, 94070, United States
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USC Keck School of Medicine
Los Angeles, California, 90033, United States