Hereditary neoplastic syndrome
MONDO:0015356The inherited predisposition toward getting a tumor.
Also known as: cancer syndrome, hereditary, cancer syndromes, hereditary, familial neoplastic syndrome, familial tumor syndrome, familial tumour syndrome, hereditary cancer syndrome, hereditary cancer syndromes, hereditary neoplastic syndrome
734 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 60 tagged with Hereditary neoplastic syndrome itself.
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Sub-types of Hereditary neoplastic syndrome
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Glioma susceptibility 0 trials · 133 incl. sub-types
10 sub-types
- Glioma susceptibility 1 133 trials
- Glioma susceptibility 2 0 trials
- Glioma susceptibility 3 0 trials
- Glioma susceptibility 4 0 trials
- Glioma susceptibility 5 0 trials
- Glioma susceptibility 6 0 trials
- Glioma susceptibility 7 0 trials
- Glioma susceptibility 8 0 trials
- Melanoma, cutaneous malignant, susceptibility to, 9 0 trials
- Tumor predisposition syndrome 3 0 trials
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Neurofibromatosis 19 trials · 94 incl. sub-types
5 sub-types
- Neurofibromatosis type 1 73 trials Sub-types →
- NF2-related schwannomatosis 21 trials
- Schwannomatosis 3 trials Sub-types →
- Neurofibromatosis-Noonan syndrome 2 trials Sub-types →
- Neurofibromatosis, type IV, of Riccardi 0 trials
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Hereditary nonpolyposis colon cancer 5 trials · 88 incl. sub-types
5 sub-types
- Lynch syndrome 81 trials · 83 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Muir-Torre syndrome 2 trials
- Colorectal cancer, hereditary nonpolyposis, type 6 1 trial
- Colorectal cancer, hereditary nonpolyposis, type 7 0 trials
- Familial colorectal cancer type X 0 trials
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Multiple endocrine neoplasia 7 trials · 62 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 34 trials
- Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 4 trials · 30 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 4 0 trials
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Intestinal polyposis syndrome 3 trials · 53 incl. sub-types
8 sub-types
- Classic or attenuated familial adenomatous polyposis 0 trials · 35 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Peutz-Jeghers syndrome 9 trials
- Hereditary mixed polyposis syndrome 5 trials · 6 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Juvenile polyposis syndrome 5 trials Sub-types →
- Bannayan-Riley-Ruvalcaba syndrome 1 trial
- Cronkhite-Canada syndrome 1 trial
- Hyperplastic polyposis syndrome 1 trial Sub-types →
- Juvenile polyposis/hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia syndrome 0 trials
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Tuberous sclerosis 41 trials · 44 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- Tuberous sclerosis 1 33 trials
- Tuberous sclerosis 2 2 trials
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BRCA2-related cancer predisposition 36 trials · 38 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- Breast-ovarian cancer, familial, susceptibility to, 2 2 trials
- Glioma susceptibility 3 0 trials
- Pancreatic cancer, susceptibility to, 2 0 trials
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Hereditary breast ovarian cancer syndrome 35 trials · 38 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
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Mismatch repair cancer syndrome 1 34 trials
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BRCA1-related cancer predisposition 23 trials · 27 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
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Li-Fraumeni syndrome 16 trials
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PALB2-related cancer predisposition 14 trials
1 sub-type
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Dyskeratosis congenita 12 trials
16 sub-types
- DKC1-related disorder 0 trials · 3 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Revesz syndrome 2 trials
- Dyskeratosis congenita and related telomere biology disorder 1 trial Sub-types →
- Autosomal recessive dyskeratosis congenita 4 0 trials
- Dyskeratosis congenita, autosomal dominant 1 0 trials
- Dyskeratosis congenita, autosomal dominant 2 0 trials
- Dyskeratosis congenita, autosomal dominant 3 0 trials
- Dyskeratosis congenita, autosomal dominant 4 0 trials
- Dyskeratosis congenita, autosomal dominant 6 0 trials
- Dyskeratosis congenita, autosomal recessive 1 0 trials
- Dyskeratosis congenita, autosomal recessive 2 0 trials
- Dyskeratosis congenita, autosomal recessive 3 0 trials
- Dyskeratosis congenita, autosomal recessive 6 0 trials
- Dyskeratosis congenita, autosomal recessive 7 0 trials
- Dyskeratosis congenita, autosomal recessive 8 0 trials
- Dyskeratosis congenita, digenic 0 trials
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Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome 10 trials
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PTEN hamartoma tumor syndrome 6 trials · 8 incl. sub-types
4 sub-types
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CHEK2-related cancer predisposition 7 trials
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Susceptibility to familial cutaneous melanoma 0 trials · 7 incl. sub-types
10 sub-types
- Melanoma, cutaneous malignant, susceptibility to, 2 6 trials
- Melanoma, cutaneous malignant, susceptibility to, 1 1 trial
- Melanoma, cutaneous malignant, susceptibility to, 3 0 trials
- Melanoma, cutaneous malignant, susceptibility to, 4 0 trials
- Melanoma, cutaneous malignant, susceptibility to, 5 0 trials
- Melanoma, cutaneous malignant, susceptibility to, 6 0 trials
- Melanoma, cutaneous malignant, susceptibility to, 7 0 trials
- Melanoma, cutaneous malignant, susceptibility to, 8 0 trials
- Melanoma, cutaneous malignant, susceptibility to, 9 0 trials
- Tumor predisposition syndrome 3 0 trials
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Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome 6 trials
8 sub-types
- Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome due to 11p15 microdeletion 0 trials
- Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome due to 11p15 microduplication 0 trials
- Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome due to 11p15 translocation/inversion 0 trials
- Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome due to CDKN1C mutation 0 trials
- Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome due to NSD1 mutation 0 trials
- Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome due to imprinting defect of 11p15 0 trials
- Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome due to paternal uniparental disomy of chromosome 11 0 trials
- Franceschini Vardeu Guala syndrome 0 trials
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RAD51C-related cancer predisposition 6 trials
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9 sub-types
- MAX-related tumor predisposition 0 trials
- TMEM127-related tumor predisposition 0 trials
- Pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma syndrome 1 0 trials
- Pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma syndrome 2 0 trials
- Pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma syndrome 3 0 trials
- Pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma syndrome 4 0 trials
- Pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma syndrome 5 0 trials
- Pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma syndrome 6 0 trials
- Pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma syndrome 7 0 trials
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Nevoid basal cell carcinoma syndrome 5 trials
2 sub-types
- Basal cell nevus syndrome 1 0 trials
- Basal cell nevus syndrome 2 0 trials
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Hereditary thrombocytopenia and hematologic cancer predisposition syndrome 1 trial · 5 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
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RAD51D-related cancer predisposition 4 trials
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Kostmann syndrome 3 trials
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Li-fraumeni-like syndrome 3 trials
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1 sub-type
- Melanoma-pancreatic cancer syndrome 0 trials
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Hereditary multiple osteochondromas 3 trials
3 sub-types
- Exostoses, multiple, type 1 2 trials
- Exostoses, multiple, type 2 0 trials
- Exostoses, multiple, type III 0 trials
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BARD1-related cancer predisposition 2 trials
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Maffucci syndrome 2 trials
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Blue rubber bleb nevus 2 trials
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Hereditary retinoblastoma 2 trials
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Neuroblastoma, susceptibility to, 3 2 trials
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Brooke-Spiegler syndrome 0 trials · 2 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- Familial cylindromatosis 2 trials
- Familial multiple trichoepithelioma 0 trials Sub-types →
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Rothmund-Thomson syndrome 1 trial
4 sub-types
- Rothmund-Thomson syndrome type 1 0 trials
- Rothmund-Thomson syndrome type 2 0 trials
- Rothmund-Thomson syndrome type 3 0 trials
- Rothmund-Thomson syndrome type 4 0 trials
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WAGR syndrome 1 trial
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Cherubism 1 trial
1 sub-type
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Familial rhabdoid tumor 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
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ATM-related cancer predisposition 0 trials
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Carney-Stratakis syndrome 0 trials
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Cobb syndrome 0 trials
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HAVCR2-related cancer predisposition 0 trials
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Kaposi sarcoma, susceptibility to 0 trials
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N syndrome 0 trials
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3 sub-types
- Hyperparathyroidism 1 0 trials
- Hyperparathyroidism 3 0 trials
- Hyperparathyroidism 4 0 trials
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Familial multiple fibrofolliculoma 0 trials
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2 sub-types
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Lung cancer susceptibility 1 0 trials
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Lung cancer susceptibility 3 0 trials
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Lung cancer susceptibility 4 0 trials
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Lung cancer susceptibility 5 0 trials
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3 sub-types
- Mosaic NF2-related schwannomatosis 0 trials
- Mosaic neurofibromatosis type 1 0 trials
- Mosaic schwannomatosis 0 trials
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7 sub-types
- Atelis syndrome 1 0 trials
- Atelis syndrome 2 0 trials
- Mosaic variegated aneuploidy syndrome 1 0 trials
- Mosaic variegated aneuploidy syndrome 2 0 trials
- Mosaic variegated aneuploidy syndrome 3 0 trials
- Mosaic variegated aneuploidy syndrome 4 0 trials
- Mosaic variegated aneuploidy syndrome 7 with inflammation and tumor predisposition 0 trials
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Neuroblastoma, susceptibility to, 1 0 trials
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Neuroblastoma, susceptibility to, 2 0 trials
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Neuroblastoma, susceptibility to, 4 0 trials
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Neuroblastoma, susceptibility to, 5 0 trials
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Neuroblastoma, susceptibility to, 6 0 trials
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Neuroblastoma, susceptibility to, 7 0 trials
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Ovarian cancer, susceptibility to, 1 0 trials
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Susceptibility to uveal melanoma 0 trials
2 sub-types
- Melanoma, uveal, susceptibility to, 1 0 trials
- Melanoma, uveal, susceptibility to, 2 0 trials
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Tumor predisposition syndrome 2 0 trials
Most studied deeper sub-types
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Could pregnancy be the perfect time to screen for cancer genes?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether offering hereditary cancer screening alongside standard prenatal genetic tests is practical and acceptable. About 1000 pregnant or preconception patients will be offered both tests. The goal is to see how many complete the cancer screening and how they…
Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Simple blood test aims to catch cancers early in genetically prone patients
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a blood test called GRAIL Galleri that looks for signs of many different cancers at once. It is being offered to 1000 people who have a high risk of cancer due to inherited genetic conditions. The goal is to see if the test can find cancers early, when they …
Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Simple blood test could spot cancer earlier in High-Risk individuals
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new blood test that looks for DNA fragments from tumors in people with hereditary cancer syndromes like Lynch syndrome or BRCA mutations. The goal is to see if the test can find cancers earlier than standard screening methods. Researchers will compare canc…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Urine DNA test could spot bladder cancer early in lynch syndrome patients
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a urine test that looks for tumor DNA can find bladder and urinary tract cancers early in people with Lynch syndrome, a genetic condition that raises cancer risk. About 200 participants aged 50–75 will provide urine samples and be followed for one ye…
Sponsor: Tampere University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Scientists dig into why skin tumors grow in rare disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why people with tuberous sclerosis, a rare genetic condition, develop non-cancerous skin tumors. Researchers will examine up to 400 adults, perform skin exams, and take small tissue samples (biopsies) from tumors. The goal is to identify the cells and genetic …
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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The question after preventive mastectomy: would women do it again?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowResearchers at an Italian hospital are asking women who carry BRCA1/2 gene variants and chose risk-reducing mastectomy to describe their experience in an online survey. The survey covers why they chose surgery, which procedures and reconstructions they had, complications, sensati…
Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo di Pavia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to catch mesothelioma early in High-Risk families
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 300 adults aged 30 and older who have or may have a BAP1 gene mutation, which raises the risk for mesothelioma and other cancers. Researchers will use advanced CT scans, blood tests, and minimally invasive camera procedures to look for early signs of cancer. Pa…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch massive tumor repository to unlock cancer secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects extra blood, urine, and tumor samples from children and adults with certain cancers to build a large tissue repository. Researchers will analyze these samples to learn more about the genetic and molecular makeup of these tumors. The goal is to support future s…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden cancer clues in families
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn how genes and the environment contribute to rare tumors and cancer risk in individuals and families. Researchers will collect medical histories, genetic samples, and health data from up to 500 participants of all ages. No treatment is given; the goal is t…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive study aims to decode cancer genes for better family counseling
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at genetic changes in families to figure out which ones truly increase cancer risk. Researchers will analyze DNA from 11,000 people, including those with certain gene variants and their relatives. The goal is to improve genetic counseling and help doctors decide …
Sponsor: Institut Curie • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists bank tumors and blood to unlock cancer secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood, urine, saliva, and tissue samples from nearly 6,000 people who have or may have cancer, including rare inherited forms. The samples are stored and used for research to understand the genetic and molecular basis of cancer. No new treatment is being teste…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden genes behind hereditary cancers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects tissue samples, medical data, and family histories from over 1,100 people being screened for colorectal or endometrial cancer. Researchers hope to discover new genes and mechanisms that increase cancer risk, especially in hereditary cancer syndromes. The goal …
Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Free genetic testing offered to 27,500 people to find hidden cancer risks
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study offers free genetic testing to the general public to identify people with inherited cancer syndromes like hereditary breast and ovarian cancer or Lynch syndrome. Researchers aim to see if broad testing is more effective than only testing those with a family history. Up…
Sponsor: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a chatbot help close the gap in genetic cancer testing?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares a smartphone chatbot to usual care for collecting family history and identifying women at high risk for hereditary cancer syndromes. Participants are English-speaking gynecology patients aged 18 and older who have not had prior genetic testing. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Hunt for hidden cancer genes: families needed to unlock hereditary secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to discover new genes that may cause certain cancers to run in families. Researchers will collect blood samples and health information from 1,500 people in families where multiple members have had cancer, especially childhood cancers. The goal is to build a regist…
Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can young adults at genetic cancer risk keep up with checkups after pediatric care ends?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 56 young adults who have a genetic condition that raises their cancer risk. After they graduate from pediatric care at St. Jude, researchers track whether they find adult doctors and continue regular cancer screenings over 8 years. Participants fill out surveys…
Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can online tools boost genetic testing in families with hereditary cancer?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether web-based tools can help people with hereditary cancer syndromes share risk information with their relatives and encourage them to get genetic testing. Researchers will enroll 625 participants (patients and their relatives) and track how many use the tool…
Sponsor: University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New questionnaire aims to catch hidden cancer genes in children
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a questionnaire called QUOCCAS that parents and children fill out to see if it can spot kids with a higher chance of having an inherited cancer syndrome. About 205 children and teens with cancer will take part, giving a blood or saliva sample for genetic testing.…
Sponsor: Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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New study aims to unlock why lynch syndrome patients still get cancer despite surveillance
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 300 people with Lynch syndrome, a genetic condition that raises the risk of colorectal cancer. Researchers want to understand why some patients still develop cancer even with regular check-ups. They will analyze blood, gut bacteria, and hair samples to find cl…
Sponsor: San Raffaele University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can better conversations prevent cancer? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital looks at how parents and children (ages 10-24) talk about the child's genetic risk for cancer. The goal is to understand what helps or hinders these conversations, so doctors can create better education programs. The study wil…
Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Massive study aims to unlock secrets of rare Cancer-Predisposing gene
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting information and samples from 1,500 people with TP53 gene changes (linked to Li-Fraumeni Syndrome, a condition that raises cancer risk) and their relatives. Researchers want to better understand how these gene variants affect cancer risk and how accurate f…
Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New study uses DNA tests to catch blood cancers before they start
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking at 2,000 people who have early warning signs of blood cancers or bone marrow failure. Researchers use a special genetic test (next generation sequencing) to find changes in cancer-related genes. The goal is to better understand who is at risk and to catch th…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Community clinics test smarter ways to spot cancer genes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares two methods of offering cancer genetic testing to patients in community health centers. One method lets primary care doctors order tests directly, while the other uses a specialist model with extra support. Researchers will track how many patients get tested a…
Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Can a website replace the genetic counselor? new study tests online cancer risk testing
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares a self-guided online genetic testing program to standard in-person counseling for people at risk of hereditary cancer. About 1,000 adults who meet national guidelines for genetic testing will participate. The goal is to see if the online option works just as w…
Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Can doctors help families unlock Life-Saving genetic secrets?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at a new way to help family members of cancer patients learn if they have inherited a higher risk for cancer. About 240 people with a known cancer gene change will be asked to share their test results with their close relatives, either on their own or with help f…
Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Could pregnancy checkups also screen for cancer genes?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study explores whether offering genetic testing for inherited cancer risk (like BRCA1/2) during routine pregnancy or fertility care is practical and acceptable to patients. Researchers will enroll 550 people receiving prenatal or preconception care at Weill Cornell Medicine.…
Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden cancer genes in 1,500 patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to discover new genes that increase the risk of developing cancer, especially in people with a strong family history or unusual cancer patterns. Researchers will analyze genetic data from 1,500 adults and children who have or may develop inherited cancer. The goal…
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Chatbot aims to close genetic testing gap for black cancer survivors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares a chatbot to standard care to see which better helps Black cancer survivors learn about and request genetic testing for hereditary cancer. About 428 participants will be randomly assigned to either group. The goal is to reduce disparities in genetic testing an…
Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New study tracks kids prone to cancer to uncover early warning signs
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows children under 21 who have a genetic condition that raises their risk of developing cancer, along with their relatives. Researchers will collect health information and samples over time to better understand how these cancers develop and how to catch them early.…
Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden genes behind rare tumors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at the genes of people with rare nervous system tumors called pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma. Researchers want to find the genetic changes that cause these tumors and how they affect health. Up to 2,000 patients and their family members will provide DNA sampl…
Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC