Reproductive system neoplasm
MONDO:0006054A benign or malignant, primary or metastatic neoplasm affecting the male and female reproductive system.
Also known as: neoplasm of reproductive system, neoplasm of the reproductive system, reproductive neoplasm, reproductive system neoplasm, reproductive system neoplasm (disease), reproductive system tumor, reproductive system tumour, reproductive tumor
5873 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 0 tagged with Reproductive system neoplasm itself.
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Reproductive system cancer 4 trials · 4,380 incl. sub-types
8 sub-types
- Male reproductive organ cancer 22 trials · 2,347 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Female reproductive organ cancer 245 trials · 2,252 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Pituitary cancer 2 trials · 4 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Malignant Leydig cell tumor 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Buschke Lowenstein tumor 0 trials Sub-types →
- Gonadoblastoma 0 trials Sub-types →
- Malignant Sertoli cell tumor 0 trials
- Prepuce cancer 0 trials
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Female reproductive system neoplasm 27 trials · 2,428 incl. sub-types
11 sub-types
- Female reproductive organ cancer 245 trials · 2,252 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Tumor of uterus 10 trials · 1,432 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Ovarian neoplasm 78 trials · 1,213 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Fallopian tube neoplasm 199 trials · 417 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Benign female reproductive system neoplasm 5 trials · 117 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Vulvar neoplasm 6 trials · 107 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Endometrioid tumor 1 trial · 89 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Vaginal neoplasm 2 trials · 61 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Gestational trophoblastic neoplasm 7 trials · 8 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Endometrioid stromal and related neoplasms 0 trials Sub-types →
- Endometrioid stromal and related neoplasms of the cervix 0 trials Sub-types →
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Male reproductive system neoplasm 1 trial · 2,370 incl. sub-types
6 sub-types
- Male reproductive organ cancer 22 trials · 2,347 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Neoplasm of testis 4 trials · 101 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Penile neoplasm 30 trials · 65 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Scrotum neoplasm 1 trial · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Epididymal neoplasm 0 trials Sub-types →
- Lipoma of spermatic cord 0 trials
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Prostate neoplasm 124 trials · 2,225 incl. sub-types
5 sub-types
- Prostate cancer 1,913 trials · 2,217 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Prostate neuroendocrine neoplasm 20 trials · 25 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Prostate intraepithelial neoplasia 2 trials Sub-types →
- Benign neoplasm of prostate 0 trials Sub-types →
- Prostate phyllodes tumor 0 trials Sub-types →
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Benign reproductive system neoplasm 0 trials · 117 incl. sub-types
6 sub-types
- Benign female reproductive system neoplasm 5 trials · 117 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Adrenal rest tumor 0 trials
- Benign male reproductive system neoplasm 0 trials Sub-types →
- Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland 0 trials
- Paratesticular lipoma 0 trials Sub-types →
- Sex cord-stromal benign neoplasm 0 trials Sub-types →
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Pituitary tumor 23 trials · 83 incl. sub-types
9 sub-types
- Pituitary gland adenoma 34 trials · 67 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Functioning pituitary gland neoplasm 0 trials · 24 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Prolactin producing pituitary tumor 2 trials · 11 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Non-functioning pituitary gland neoplasm 0 trials · 9 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Growth hormone-producing pituitary gland neoplasm 0 trials · 5 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Pituitary cancer 2 trials · 4 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- ACTH-producing pituitary gland neoplasm 1 trial Sub-types →
- Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland 0 trials
- Posterior pituitary gland neoplasm 0 trials Sub-types →
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Sex cord-stromal tumor 4 trials · 14 incl. sub-types
9 sub-types
- Ovarian sex cord-stromal tumor 1 trial · 7 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Granulosa cell tumor 2 trials · 6 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Testicular sex cord-stromal neoplasm 0 trials · 6 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Leydig cell tumor 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Sertoli cell tumor 0 trials Sub-types →
- Fibrothecoma 0 trials Sub-types →
- Gonadoblastoma 0 trials Sub-types →
- Sex cord-stromal benign neoplasm 0 trials Sub-types →
- Thecoma 0 trials Sub-types →
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Brenner tumor 6 trials
3 sub-types
- Ovarian Brenner tumor 3 trials · 5 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Extraovarian Brenner tumor of the vagina 0 trials
- Testicular Brenner tumor 0 trials
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Gonadal tissue neoplasm 0 trials
Most studied deeper sub-types
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Vaccine trains immune system to target HPV-Linked cancers
Cure CompletedResearchers are testing a vaccine called BNT113 in people whose cancers are driven by HPV16, a common virus linked to head and neck, cervical, and anogenital tumors. The trial enrolls two groups: one with head and neck cancer that has been treated and shows no signs of disease, a…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: University of Southampton • Aim: Cure
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Light plus drug: a new way to zap prostate cancer without surgery?
Cure CompletedResearchers are testing a treatment called TOOKAD Soluble vascular targeted photodynamic therapy in men with localized intermediate-risk prostate cancer. The approach uses a drug activated by light to destroy cancer tissue in the prostate. The trial follows 50 men for up to 60 mo…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Steba Biotech S.A. • Aim: Cure
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ovarian cancer vaccine shows promise in early trial
Vaccine CompletedThis early-stage study tested a vaccine called DCP-001 in 17 women with a serious type of ovarian cancer who had already completed standard treatment. The goal was to see if the vaccine is safe and can boost the immune system to recognize and fight cancer cells. Researchers measu…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Can taking drug holidays make prostate cancer treatment last longer?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether taking the drug abiraterone on an on-and-off schedule could help it work longer for men with advanced prostate cancer that no longer responds to hormone therapy. Nineteen men whose cancer had already responded to standard daily abiraterone were enrolled.…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Elderly cancer patients may benefit from geriatric support
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a special care plan led by a geriatrician and a nurse could improve survival and quality of life for older adults (70+) with advanced cancer. 792 patients with breast, colorectal, lung, prostate, bladder, ovarian cancer, or lymphoma took part. The app…
Sponsor: Institut Bergonié • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Targeted pill shows promise for rare genetic tumor types
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 study tested the drug erdafitinib in 316 adults and children with advanced solid tumors that have specific FGFR gene mutations or fusions. The main goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors. Participants took erdafitinib tablets daily. The study is now complete…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can pulsed radiation extend life in metastatic cervical cancer?
Disease control CompletedResearchers are testing a radiation technique called PULSAR in people with metastatic cervical cancer. PULSAR delivers radiation in short bursts to pelvic tumors, guided by imaging, alongside standard systemic therapy. The trial aims to see whether this approach improves overall …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Experimental drug TdCyd aims to reactivate Tumor-Fighting genes in advanced cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called TdCyd in 27 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug is designed to turn back on genes that may slow tumor growth. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effect…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to boost cancer treatment
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested whether adding nilotinib (a pill) to paclitaxel (a chemotherapy) is safe and tolerable for people with advanced solid tumors that no longer respond to standard treatments. The study included 47 adults and children aged 12 and older. Researchers aimed…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New cocktail of three drugs tested for tough bladder cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a combination of two chemotherapy drugs (gemcitabine and carboplatin) plus lenalidomide, a drug that blocks blood vessel growth in tumors, in 18 adults with advanced solid tumors, especially urothelial (bladder) cancer. The main goal was to find the …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy plus radiation shows promise for tough prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug nivolumab (Opdivo) to standard radiation and hormone therapy is safe and effective for men with a very aggressive form of prostate cancer (Gleason grade group 5). About 44 men will receive the drug combination. The goal is to…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy may slow prostate cancer spread
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether adding darolutamide to standard hormone therapy (ADT) can delay cancer worsening in men with metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer. About 223 men will receive darolutamide plus ADT, and their results will be compared to men from an earlier study wh…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radioactive drug shows promise for tough prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a radioactive drug called 177Lu-PSMA-617 in 62 Chinese men with advanced prostate cancer that had spread and stopped responding to hormone therapy and chemotherapy. The drug targets a protein on cancer cells and delivers radiation directly to them. Researchers m…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill could shrink uterine cancer without surgery
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial is testing an oral drug called giredestrant in 30 people with grade 1 endometrial cancer. The goal is to see if the drug can shrink or control the cancer over 6 months. Participants take one pill daily for up to 24 cycles, and doctors monitor tumor changes and…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radioactive 'Smart Bomb' targets Hard-to-Treat prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tests a radioactive drug called 177Lu-PSMA-617 in men with advanced prostate cancer that has stopped responding to hormone therapy. The drug seeks out and delivers radiation directly to cancer cells. The trial aims to find the safest effective dose and see if it can lo…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo immunotherapy drug enters human trials for 18 cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called AI-061, which combines two immune-boosting antibodies (anti-PD-1 and anti-CTLA-4) into one treatment. The study will enroll 18 adults with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The main goals are to find a safe…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: OncoC4, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to outsmart resistant ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 2 trial tests two experimental drug combinations in 63 women with a specific type of ovarian cancer (BRCA-mutant or HRD-positive) that has worsened after prior PARP inhibitor treatment. Participants receive either tuvusertib plus niraparib or tuvusertib plus larteserti…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: EMD Serono Research & Development Institute, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial is testing a new drug called tuvusertib, given together with either lartesertib or avelumab, in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check safety, find the best dose, and see how the body pr…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: EMD Serono Research & Development Institute, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can radiation boost a personalized prostate cancer vaccine?
Disease control CompletedResearchers are testing whether giving radiation therapy before sipuleucel-T, a personalized immunotherapy vaccine, works better than the vaccine alone in men with hormone-resistant prostate cancer that has spread. The trial enrolls about 51 participants and randomly assigns them…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo takes on tough cancers in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug called vilastobart, alone or with another drug (atezolizumab), in 125 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers also looke…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Xilio Development, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can cutting arginine from the diet starve solid tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 1 trial is testing whether a diet that severely limits arginine—an amino acid some tumors depend on—is safe and might help control solid tumors. About 25 adults with solid tumors will follow a specially designed low-arginine liquid diet for two 3-week cycles while cont…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Steam therapy vs. surgery: can a less invasive fix help men with blocked urine flow?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests whether a steam-based treatment called Rezūm can work as well as standard surgery (TURP) for men with an enlarged prostate who need a catheter to urinate. Men aged 50 to 80 with this condition will be randomly assigned to receive either Rezūm or TURP. The main go…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug SG1827 enters first human tests for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tests a new drug, SG1827, in people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments or have no standard therapy available. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and get a first look at whether it c…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Hangzhou Sumgen Biotech Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill replace injections to fight advanced prostate cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 3 trial tests an oral drug called QLG1080 in men with hormone-sensitive advanced prostate cancer. The goal is to see if the drug can safely lower testosterone to castration levels, which helps slow cancer growth. Participants must be eligible for endocrine therapy and …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Qilu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new pill boost Immunotherapy's power against advanced tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests an experimental drug called FLX475, given alone or with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, in people with advanced cancers that have not responded to standard treatments. The study aims to find the safest dose and to see whether the combination can shrink tumors. P…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: RAPT Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fiber fuel: could a High-Fiber diet boost cancer treatment?
Disease control CompletedThis study looks at whether eating a high-fiber diet (over 21 grams per day) can change gut bacteria and improve the immune system's ability to fight solid tumors like colorectal cancer. About 25 adults with solid tumors will follow this diet to see if it is safe and helps with t…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Prostate cancer drug combo trial halted early – no benefit seen
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab to standard hormone therapy (enzalutamide plus ADT) could help men with metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer live longer or delay cancer growth. The trial enrolled 186 Chinese men and was stopped early …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new antibody help the immune system fight Hard-to-Treat tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests an experimental drug called SNS-101, which targets a protein called VISTA that may help tumors evade the immune system. Researchers give SNS-101 alone or with another immunotherapy, cemiplimab, to adults with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to stand…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Sensei Biotherapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a higher radiation dose beat cervical cancer without more harm?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests whether giving a higher radiation dose during brachytherapy, a type of internal radiation, can improve local control in patients with locally advanced cervical cancer. Participants receive standard external beam radiation and chemotherapy, plus a boosted brachyth…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can proton beams spare prostate cancer patients from side effects?
Disease control CompletedThis trial compares two types of radiation therapy for prostate cancer: proton therapy and standard photon therapy. The main question is whether proton therapy reduces moderate to severe urinary or intestinal side effects. Researchers will also track quality of life, cancer recur…
Sponsor: Technische Universität Dresden • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Drug combo shows promise in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis phase 1 trial tested the combination of dasatinib (a pill) and bevacizumab (an infusion) in 50 adults with advanced solid tumors that no longer respond to standard treatments. The goal was to find the safest dose and see how well the two drugs work together to slow cancer gr…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an experimental drug shrink advanced solid tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 1 trial tests an experimental drug called MRG003 in people with advanced solid tumors, including colorectal cancer, head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, and nasopharyngeal carcinoma. The study aims to find a safe dose and to see whether the drug can shrink tumors. Pa…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Lepu Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Bipolar hormone therapy shows promise in stubborn prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial is testing a combination of two hormone-based drugs—darolutamide and high-dose testosterone—in 51 men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer, a form that no longer responds to standard hormone therapy. The approach, called extreme bipolar androgen…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Latin American Cooperative Oncology Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New biopsy technique could slash infection risk in prostate cancer detection
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two ways of taking prostate tissue samples: the standard transrectal method (through the rectum) and a newer transperineal method (through the skin between the scrotum and anus). Over 1,000 men participated to see if the transperineal approach causes fewer inf…
Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a cream after surgery stop cervical cancer in HIV-Positive women?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether using an anti-cancer cream (5-fluorouracil) in the vagina after surgery is an acceptable and feasible way to treat cervical precancer in 180 South African women living with HIV. The goal was to see if women would stick with the treatment and find it a…
Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Patient choice in prostate cancer: two pills, one preference
Disease control CompletedThis trial asks men with advanced prostate cancer which of two oral medications they prefer: the experimental drug ODM-201 or the approved drug enzalutamide. Both work by blocking male hormones that fuel cancer growth. Participants will take each drug for a period and then answer…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can heated chemotherapy improve ovarian cancer outcomes?
Disease control CompletedThis trial is testing a procedure called HIPEC, where a heated chemotherapy drug (cisplatin) is delivered directly into the abdomen after surgery to remove visible cancer. The goal is to find the safest dose that can be used in patients with advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or p…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an antiviral make radiation more effective against cervical cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 1 trial is testing whether adding the antiviral drug Vistide (cidofovir) to the standard combination of radiation and chemotherapy can improve outcomes for people with HPV-positive cervical cancer. The idea is that Vistide may make cancer cells more sensitive to radiat…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heated chemo during second surgery shows promise for ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether giving heated chemotherapy directly into the abdomen during a second-look surgery is possible for people with ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer. Ten participants who had already received standard treatment were enrolled. The goal was to se…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Two-Drug combo tame a rare and aggressive gynecologic cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial is testing whether the chemotherapy drug eribulin, given alone or combined with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, can help people with ovarian or uterine carcinosarcoma that has returned or progressed. The study aims to see if these treatments can shrink tumors…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Australia New Zealand Gynaecological Oncology Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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New pill targets tough cancers in early human trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial is testing an oral drug called ATRN-119 in 132 people with advanced solid tumors that have specific DNA repair mutations. The main goals are to check safety, how the drug moves through the body, and whether it can shrink tumors. Participants must be able to…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Aprea Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a targeted drug shrink advanced cervical tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tests the drug cabozantinib in women with advanced or metastatic cervical cancer that has worsened after platinum-based chemotherapy. The study aims to see if cabozantinib can control the disease and how safe it is, particularly regarding risks like fistulas. P…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radioactive drug shows promise against advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new radioactive drug, 177Lu-NeoB, in 35 adults with advanced solid tumors that have a specific marker (GRPR). The goal was to check safety, find the best dose, and see if it shrinks tumors. It is an early-stage trial, so it focuses on safety and dosing, not a …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Advanced Accelerator Applications • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A safer first cut? trial tests two laparoscopic entry points for endometrial cancer surgery
Disease control CompletedThis trial compares two ways to make the first incision for laparoscopic surgery in women with endometrial cancer: the standard umbilical entry versus entry through the Lee-Huang point, a spot on the upper left abdomen. The goal is to see which approach leads to fewer complicatio…
Sponsor: Dr. Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a cancer pill keep working outside the lab? a Real-World test begins
Disease control CompletedThis study monitors the safety and effectiveness of the drug olaparib (Lynparza) in people with ovarian, breast, prostate, or pancreatic cancer who are prescribed it as part of routine care in South Korea. Researchers will track side effects and how long the cancer stays under co…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo attack on returning prostate cancer shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial is testing whether surgery and radiation can help men whose prostate cancer has come back and spread to a few spots in the body. About 20 participants will receive either surgery to remove the spread tumors or targeted radiation, or both. The main goal is to se…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Prostate cancer drug ORGOVYX under Real-World scrutiny
Disease control CompletedThis study follows nearly 1,000 prostate cancer patients taking ORGOVYX (relugolix) to see how the drug works in everyday medical practice. Researchers will track side effects, quality of life, and disease progression. The goal is to understand the drug's real-world safety and ef…
Sponsor: Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug PEP-010 shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tests a new drug called PEP-010 in people with advanced solid tumors that have spread. The study checks if PEP-010 is safe alone or with chemotherapy (paclitaxel or gemcitabine). About 57 adults with metastatic pancreatic, ovarian, or other solid cancers wi…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Institut Curie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lab-Made immune protein takes on advanced cancers in first human test
Disease control CompletedThis study tests a new drug called pegilodecakin, a lab-made version of a natural immune protein (interleukin-10), in people with advanced solid tumors such as melanoma, lung, breast, prostate, ovarian, kidney, colorectal, and pancreatic cancers. The drug is given as a daily shot…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill takes on tough cancers: first human trial begins
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tests a new oral drug called TT125-802 in 50 adults with advanced solid tumors (like lung cancer) that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the right dose, and see if it can shrink tumors. It is a fi…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: TOLREMO therapeutics AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a website help cancer survivors live healthier? large study tests online lifestyle coaching
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether a secure website with educational sessions, goal-setting, and tracking tools can help survivors of several cancers (including breast, prostate, colorectal, and others) improve their diet, increase physical activity, and manage weight. Participants are age…
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which radiotherapy technique offers best value for pelvic cancers?
Disease control CompletedThis trial compares three modern radiotherapy techniques—helical tomotherapy and two types of dynamic arc therapy (RapidArc and VMAT)—for treating prostate, cervical, and anal canal cancers that require pelvic lymph node irradiation. The goal is to determine which method is most …
Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug duo aims to shrink prostate tumors before surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tests two drugs, saruparib and darolutamide, given alone or together before prostate removal surgery in men with newly diagnosed prostate cancer. The goal is to see how these drugs affect cancer cells and check for side effects. About 120 men with localized, higher-ris…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One-Patient trial tests keytruda for rare ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested the drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) as a follow-up treatment for one patient with a rare type of ovarian cancer called small cell carcinoma of the ovary, hypercalcemic type (SCCOHT). The goal was to see if the drug could help keep the cancer from coming back. Beca…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New PET scan hunts down hidden prostate cancer for precision radiation
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new type of PET/MRI scan that uses a special tracer to find small spots of prostate cancer that standard scans miss. Men with a rising PSA after prostate surgery and radiation received targeted radiation to those spots. The goal was to see if this approach can…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New immunotherapy cocktail aims to simplify cancer treatment
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a fixed-dose combination of two immunotherapy drugs, tiragolumab and atezolizumab, given together as a single infusion every three weeks. The trial enrolled 64 people with advanced solid tumors that express a protein called PD-L1. The main goal was to check the …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Radiation and immunotherapy combo shows promise in small cancer study
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested whether combining high-dose radiation therapy with the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) could boost the immune system's ability to fight advanced solid tumors. Twenty-one patients with various advanced cancers received the combination either at …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: James Larner, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug combo aims to prevent deadly bowel blockages in ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis completed phase 2 trial tested whether the drug cediranib, given with chemotherapy, is safe for women with advanced ovarian cancer who are at risk of bowel obstruction. 30 participants received the combination. The study focused on whether the treatment caused serious bowel …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Prof Gordon Jayson • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Old chemo drug shows promise for genetic subtype of prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested the chemotherapy drug carboplatin in 16 men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer that has specific gene changes in the homologous recombination pathway. The goal was to see if carboplatin could shrink tumors or lower PSA levels. The study…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New hope for advanced endometrial cancer: immunotherapy combo trial shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 study tested a drug called retifanlimab, which helps the immune system attack cancer, either alone or combined with other targeted drugs. It enrolled 206 women with advanced or metastatic endometrial cancer that had worsened after platinum-based chemotherapy. The goa…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Incyte Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New drug combo aims to shrink fibroids in pregnant women
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called SB-UF, which combines hormones and a plant extract, to see if it can shrink uterine fibroids in pregnant women. 66 women took the drug or a placebo throughout their pregnancy. The goal was to reduce fibroid size and help them disappear, which could…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Trieu, Nguyen Thi, M.D. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Experimental vaccine targets Hard-to-Treat cancers in first human test
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new type of vaccine made from a patient's own immune cells (dendritic cells) that are engineered to target a protein called WT1 found in many cancers. Ten people with advanced esophageal, pancreatic, ovarian, or liver cancer received six vaccines o…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Antwerp • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Common painkiller may boost Chemo's power against cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested whether adding indomethacin, a common anti-inflammatory drug, to standard platinum-based chemotherapy is safe for people with colorectal, esophageal, or ovarian cancers. The 13 participants received escalating doses of indomethacin alongside their ch…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: UMC Utrecht • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Minimally invasive surgery vs. open surgery for cervical cancer: which is better?
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two surgical approaches for early-stage cervical cancer: laparoscopic-assisted (minimally invasive) and open abdominal hysterectomy. Sixty women with stage IA1 to IB1 cervical cancer were randomly assigned to one of the two surgeries. Researchers measured surg…
Sponsor: Zagazig University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New NanoKnife treatment shows promise for prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a device called NanoKnife to treat prostate cancer in 121 men with intermediate-risk disease. The goal was to safely destroy cancer tissue while avoiding major side effects. Researchers checked if the treated area was cancer-free after 12 months and tracked any …
Sponsor: Angiodynamics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New cocktail of three drugs shows promise for Tough-to-Treat uterine cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a combination of three drugs—olaparib, metformin, and cyclophosphamide—in 35 women with recurrent advanced endometrial cancer that had already been treated with chemotherapy. The goal was to find a safe dose and see if the combination could stop the …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New X-Ray tracking could sharpen prostate cancer radiation
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new X-ray monitoring technique (KIM) during prostate cancer radiation therapy. The goal was to see if it helps doctors aim more precisely at the tumor while reducing harm to healthy tissue. 49 men with low- or intermediate-risk prostate cancer took part. The a…
Sponsor: University of Sydney • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Keytruda after chemo shows promise in Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested whether the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) could help keep cancer from growing in people with platinum-resistant ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer. After initial chemotherapy with paclitaxel, 20 participants received pembrolizuma…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University College, London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to fight advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a daily combination of two oral drugs, axitinib and everolimus, in 19 people with advanced solid tumors, particularly kidney cancer. The main goal was to find the safest dose by monitoring side effects in the first month. Researchers also tracked how…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Zapping resistant tumors: could targeted radiation buy more time for prostate cancer patients?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tested whether a precise type of radiation called SBRT could slow the growth of metastatic prostate cancer in men whose disease was starting to worsen despite hormone therapy. 86 men with one or two growing tumors received SBRT while continuing their current hormone dr…
Sponsor: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New birth control pill aims to help women with painful conditions
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a daily combination pill (relugolix, estradiol, and norethindrone acetate) can prevent pregnancy in women aged 18 to 50 who have uterine fibroids or endometriosis. Over 1,100 women took the pill for up to a year, and researchers counted how many became p…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Sumitomo Pharma Switzerland GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New drug shows promise in early trial for advanced cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new drug called CCT3833 in 31 adults with advanced solid tumours, including melanoma. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers measured how the drug moves through the body and looked for the best dose to use in …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Steam power: could water vapor zap prostate cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a device that uses water vapor (steam) to destroy cancerous tissue in the prostate. 32 men with prostate cancer received the treatment just before their scheduled prostate removal surgery. Researchers checked how well the steam destroyed the targeted tissue and …
Sponsor: Francis Medical Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise in advanced cervical cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab to standard chemotherapy and bevacizumab helps women with advanced, persistent, or recurrent cervical cancer live longer. The study enrolled 410 participants and compared the new combination against the …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Grupo Español de Investigación en Cáncer de Ovario • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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One-Time radiation blast shows promise for prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a single, high-dose radiation treatment for men with low-risk or low intermediate-risk prostate cancer. The goal was to see how well the body tolerates this one-time treatment by tracking side effects in the bladder and digestive system within the first 6 months…
Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Personalized chemo dosing aims to beat tough testicular cancers
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a high-dose chemotherapy regimen called TICE in 101 patients with germ cell tumors that had relapsed or were not responding to standard treatment. The approach uses two cycles of paclitaxel and ifosfamide followed by three cycles of carboplatin and etopo…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Engineered immune cells take on HPV cancers in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new experimental treatment called HPVST cells in 32 people with HPV-related cancers that had returned or not responded to standard care. The cells are grown from the patient's own blood and trained to attack HPV-infected cancer cells. The goal was to find a sa…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Tiny implants take aim at prostate cancer: a smarter shot?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a precise radiation implant (brachytherapy) for men with low-risk prostate cancer. Instead of treating the whole prostate, doctors placed radioactive seeds only in the tumor area. The goal was to see if this targeted approach could deliver the right radiation do…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New pill aims to keep endometrial cancer at bay after chemo
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 3 trial tested whether taking the drug selinexor as a maintenance pill after chemotherapy can help delay cancer progression in people with advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer. 263 participants who had responded to initial chemo were randomly assigned to receive ei…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Karyopharm Therapeutics Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for tough ovarian cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of two drugs, AZD6738 and olaparib, in 123 women with recurrent ovarian cancer. The goal was to see if the combo is safe and how well it shrinks tumors or delays cancer growth. Participants had either platinum-sensitive or platinum-resistant cancer…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for Tough-to-Treat uterine cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a combination of three drugs—rucaparib, bevacizumab, and atezolizumab—in 30 people with recurrent or progressive endometrial cancer that had not responded to prior treatments. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors or slow the cancer'…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Heated chemo wash may stop colorectal cancer spreading in abdomen
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether a surgical procedure called laparotomy plus heated chemotherapy (HIPEC) could improve outcomes for colorectal cancer patients at high risk of cancer spreading in the abdomen. 150 patients who had already undergone surgery and chemotherapy were ra…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Microwave zaps prostate tumors with 3D precision
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new way to treat intermediate-risk prostate cancer using a 3D map to guide microwaves directly to the main tumor. 76 men across Europe received the treatment, and researchers checked if the cancer was gone after 12 months. The goal is to destroy the cancer whi…
Sponsor: Koelis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New chemo drug shows promise for tough testicular cancers
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a chemotherapy drug called cabazitaxel in 34 men with advanced testicular cancer that had already been treated with at least two other chemotherapies. The goal was to see if cabazitaxel could shrink tumors, including those that spread to the brain. Cabaz…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise in cervical cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab to standard chemoradiation helps people with locally advanced cervical cancer. 189 participants received either the combination or standard treatment alone. The goal was to see if the combination delays …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New radiation approach aims to tame pituitary tumors with fewer side effects
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new way of delivering radiation for people with non-secreting pituitary adenomas that came back or remained after surgery. Instead of a single high dose, the radiation was given in five smaller daily doses. The goal was to see if this approach could control tu…
Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Could a short hormone course help men with low-risk prostate cancer avoid treatment?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether taking an oral hormone therapy called apalutamide for 6 months could slow down low-risk prostate cancer and delay the need for more aggressive treatments like surgery or radiation. 93 men on active surveillance (watching the cancer without immediate t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Institut Paoli-Calmettes • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Drug holiday or not? sarcoma study tests best strategy
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at 53 adults with advanced soft tissue sarcoma who had stable disease or improvement after 6 cycles of trabectedin. Half continued the drug, while the other half took a break (drug holiday). The goal was to see which approach better delays cancer progression and…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New radiation combo aims to tame prostate cancer with fewer side effects
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new way to give radiation to men with intermediate-risk prostate cancer. After standard radiation to the prostate and nearby glands, a precise, high-dose boost was added to the tumor. The goal was to improve cancer control while keeping side effects on the bla…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New hope for advanced cervical cancer: immune combo shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug combination (tiragolumab plus atezolizumab) against atezolizumab alone in 172 people with advanced or returning cervical cancer that has a specific marker (PD-L1-positive). The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors better. Participant…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Virus engineered to fight cancer shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a modified virus called TILT-123 in 32 people with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to standard treatments. The virus is designed to infect and kill cancer cells while releasing immune-boosting proteins. The main goal was to check safety …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: TILT Biotherapeutics Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Epigenetic and immune drugs join forces against tough tumors
Disease control CompletedThis completed Phase 2 trial tested whether combining an immunotherapy drug (durvalumab) with an epigenetic drug (tazemetostat) can control advanced solid tumors like pancreatic, colorectal, and soft-tissue sarcoma. The study enrolled 164 adults and measured how well the combo sh…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Institut Bergonié • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Experimental cell therapy aims to boost immune system against Hard-to-Treat prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental cell therapy called INKmune in 12 men with advanced prostate cancer that no longer responds to hormone therapy. The goal was to find the safest and most effective dose by measuring immune cell activity, PSA levels, and tumor changes. …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Inmune Bio, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New radiation therapy shows promise for slowing prostate cancer spread
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a drug called Lutetium-177-PSMA-617, which delivers radiation directly to prostate cancer cells. It included 58 men with prostate cancer that had spread to a few spots in bones or lymph nodes but was still hormone-sensitive. The study compared the drug t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Radboud University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Promising drug combo slows advanced prostate cancer in major trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding darolutamide to standard hormone therapy helps men with prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. 669 men participated. The goal was to see if the combination delays cancer growth or death. Results showed improvement in progressi…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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New drug shows promise in battle against advanced cervical cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a new drug called tisotumab vedotin works better than standard chemotherapy for people with cervical cancer that has spread or returned. Over 500 participants were randomly assigned to receive either the new drug or one of five chemotherapy options. The …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Seagen, a wholly owned subsidiary of Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Sound waves vs. prostate cancer: a gentler approach?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a treatment called focused ultrasound (HIFU) that aims to destroy only the cancerous part of the prostate, avoiding common side effects like incontinence and impotence from standard treatments. It involved 174 men aged 50-80 with intermediate-risk prostate cance…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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MRI-Guided radiation may improve cervical cancer treatment
Disease control CompletedThis large phase III trial tested whether using MRI scans to guide internal radiation (brachytherapy) works better than the traditional X-ray method for women with locally advanced cervical cancer. Over 1,000 participants received either MRI-based or X-ray-based brachytherapy. Th…
Sponsor: Tata Memorial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Could an HIV drug boost cervical cancer treatment?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding the HIV drug nelfinavir to standard chemoradiation helps people with advanced cervical cancer stay cancer-free longer. About 348 adults with stage III cervical cancer took part. One group got standard treatment, and the other got nelfinavir before…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Tata Memorial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Radioactive drug shows promise for Tough-to-Treat prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a radioactive drug called radium-223 in 921 men with advanced prostate cancer that no longer responds to hormone therapy and has spread to the bones. The goal was to see if it helps them live longer and controls the cancer. Participants received either the drug …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to delay prostate cancer relapse in patients with limited spread
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of high-dose radiation and hormone therapy (leuprorelin) in 74 men with prostate cancer that had returned in up to 5 pelvic lymph nodes after initial treatment. The goal was to see if this approach could delay further cancer growth or relapse. Part…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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When to operate? ovarian cancer trial tests best time for surgery after chemo
Disease control CompletedThis trial studied 211 women with advanced ovarian cancer who were not candidates for upfront surgery. Researchers compared having surgery after 3 rounds of chemotherapy versus after 6 rounds. The goal was to see which timing leads to longer disease-free survival. All patients re…
Sponsor: ARCAGY/ GINECO GROUP • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New radiation technique may spare bowel in cervical cancer treatment
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether a newer, more precise type of radiation (image-guided intensity modulated radiotherapy) could reduce long-term bowel problems compared to standard radiation in 300 women who had surgery for cervical cancer. The study focused on lowering severe bo…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Tata Memorial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Ovarian cancer drug niraparib tested in 850 korean women
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at how effective and safe niraparib is for Korean women with epithelial ovarian cancer. It included 850 patients who took niraparib as maintenance therapy or as a later treatment. Researchers measured how long patients lived without their cancer getting worse an…
Sponsor: Asan Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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New drug duo shows promise against tough uterine cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 study tested whether combining the immunotherapy pembrolizumab with the targeted therapy lenvatinib works better than standard chemotherapy for women with advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer. Over 800 participants received either the drug combo or chemo. The goa…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for tough prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested the immunotherapy drug nivolumab (Opdivo) combined with one of three other drugs (rucaparib, docetaxel, or enzalutamide) in 292 men with advanced prostate cancer that had spread and stopped responding to hormone therapy. The goal was to see if these combinations…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New injection attacks tumors from inside out
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested an experimental drug called CyPep-1, injected directly into tumors, either alone or with the immunotherapy pembrolizumab. The study involved 60 adults with advanced solid cancers that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Cytovation AS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in controlling Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental drug called VS-6766, given alone or with everolimus, in 104 adults with advanced solid tumors or multiple myeloma that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The goal was to find a safe, tolerable dosing schedule and measure h…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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HPV vaccine shows promise in cutting cervical lesion risk for HIV-Positive women
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether the HPV vaccine can help prevent high-grade cervical lesions (precancerous growths) in women living with HIV who were already being treated for HPV. About 536 women took part, receiving either the HPV vaccine or a placebo. The goal was to see if the v…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: AIDS Malignancy Consortium • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New pill shows promise for hard-to-treat ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called IMP4297 in 93 women with advanced ovarian cancer that has a BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation and has come back after at least two prior treatments. The goal was to see if the drug can shrink tumors or slow the cancer's growth. The drug is taken as …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Impact Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New hope for men with prostate cancer: drug delays spread by months
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called enzalutamide in 1401 men with a type of prostate cancer that has not spread to other parts of the body but is no longer controlled by standard hormone therapy. The goal was to see if enzalutamide could delay the cancer from spreading. Participants …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New combo attack on hard-to-treat prostate cancer shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding a precise, high-dose radiation treatment (SBRT) to the hormone therapy apalutamide helps control prostate cancer that has stopped responding to standard hormone therapy and spread to a few spots. Twenty-six men with this type of cancer took part. …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Drug combo shows promise for tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a combination of two drugs—pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) and nintedanib (a drug that blocks blood vessel growth)—in 196 adults with advanced solid tumors that had worsened after standard treatment. The main goal was to find the safest dose of nint…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Chemo-Immuno cocktail shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested whether adding two chemotherapy drugs (6-mercaptopurine and 6-thioguanine) to an immunotherapy drug (Atezolizumab) could help treat advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The study enrolled 18 adults with metastati…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Kristoffer Rohrberg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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New drug shows promise for Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a drug called mirvetuximab soravtansine in 79 people with recurrent platinum-sensitive ovarian, peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancers that have high levels of a protein called folate receptor-alpha. The drug is given by IV every three weeks. The main goa…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Sound waves vs. prostate cancer: new MRI-Guided treatment shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new way to treat early-stage prostate cancer using MRI-guided ultrasound waves to destroy tumors without surgery. 25 men with low-to-intermediate risk prostate cancer received the treatment. The main goal was to see if no significant cancer remained one year l…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested two immunotherapy drugs, ipilimumab and nivolumab, in 69 men with a specific type of advanced prostate cancer that no longer responds to hormone therapy. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink tumors or slow disease progression. Participants…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Radboud University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New drug combo tested against standard care in prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding the drug TAK-700 to standard hormone therapy helps men with newly diagnosed prostate cancer that has spread live longer than adding the drug bicalutamide. Over 1,300 men took part. The goal was to see which combination works better for controlling…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: SWOG Cancer Research Network • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Immunotherapy duo takes on Hard-to-Treat prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested whether combining two immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and ipilimumab, could shrink tumors or slow progression in men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. 351 participants received either the combination, ipilimumab alone, or the chemother…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New drug shows promise for tough prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called niraparib in 289 men with advanced prostate cancer that no longer responds to hormone therapy and has specific DNA repair issues. The goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors or slow the disease. Results may help identify which patients coul…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Janssen Research & Development, LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Immunotherapy offers hope for young women with rare, Chemo-Resistant cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called avelumab in 24 women with a rare pregnancy-related cancer (GTN) that did not respond to standard chemotherapy. The goal was to see if the drug could lower tumor markers (hCG) to normal levels and allow treatment to stop. Avelumab works by helping t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Tailored chemo regimens tested for frail ovarian cancer patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at 120 vulnerable women over 70 with advanced ovarian cancer. It compared three chemotherapy plans: standard two-drug therapy every three weeks, a single drug every three weeks, or a weekly two-drug schedule. The goal was to see which plan allowed patients to co…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Heated chemo plus immunotherapy shows promise for tough ovarian cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether giving the immunotherapy drug nivolumab directly into the abdomen is safe after extensive surgery and heated chemotherapy (HIPEC) for advanced ovarian cancer. 22 adults with recurrent ovarian, peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancer took part. The goal was …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for slowing spread of prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding a radioactive drug (Radium-223) to targeted radiation (SABR) helps men with prostate cancer that has spread to a few bones or soft tissues. 64 men participated, receiving either SABR alone or SABR plus Radium-223. The goal was to see if the combin…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Chemo combo boosts survival in advanced prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis large phase 3 trial tested whether adding the chemotherapy drug docetaxel to standard hormone therapy helps men with metastatic prostate cancer live longer. 790 men participated. The results showed that the combination improved overall survival compared to hormone therapy al…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to cut hormone treatment for prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a new approach for men with prostate cancer that has spread to nearby lymph nodes. The standard treatment combines radiation with 2-3 years of hormone therapy, which can cause lasting side effects. Researchers added a targeted radioactive drug (Lu-PS…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: The Netherlands Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Your own tumor cells could be the key to fighting cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a personalized immunotherapy for people with advanced solid tumors. Doctors removed a sample of each patient's tumor, grew the immune cells (TILs) in a lab, and then infused them back along with another drug. The goal was to see if this approach is s…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Juncell Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New immunotherapy cocktail shows promise for Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage study tested a fixed-dose combination of two immunotherapy drugs (relatlimab and nivolumab) in 24 Chinese patients with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety, how the drugs move through the b…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Tiny beads choke off prostate tumors in early test
Disease control CompletedThis small pilot study tested a procedure called prostatic arterial embolization in 10 men with low-risk, one-sided prostate cancer who were already on active surveillance. The idea was to block the artery feeding the tumor, starving it of blood. Researchers checked for side effe…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise in ovarian cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two immunotherapy drugs, durvalumab and tremelimumab, given with chemotherapy before and after surgery for advanced ovarian cancer. The goal was to see if this combination is safe and feasible. About 69 women with stage IIIC to IV ovarian cancer took part. The r…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: ARCAGY/ GINECO GROUP • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise against tough uterine cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of two drugs, pembrolizumab and lenvatinib, against standard chemotherapy for women with advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer. The goal was to see if the combo could slow cancer growth or improve survival better than chemo. The trial enrolled 1…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Stem cells shot into penis aim to restore erections after prostate surgery
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested whether injecting a man's own bone marrow stem cells into the penis could help restore erections after prostate cancer surgery. The study included 18 men who had normal erections before surgery but developed erectile dysfunction due to blood vessel d…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for advanced prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 3 study tested whether adding darolutamide to standard hormone therapy and chemotherapy helps men with metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer live longer. Over 1,300 participants received either darolutamide or a placebo, along with standard treatments. The main …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New combo therapy for cervical cancer shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested whether adding the targeted drug cetuximab to standard chemoradiation (cisplatin plus radiation) improves outcomes for people with locally advanced cervical cancer (stages IB2 to IIIB). 76 participants were randomly assigned to receive either chemoradiat…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Institut Curie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Fibroid treatment showdown: surgery or embolization for better baby chances?
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two treatments for symptomatic uterine fibroids—surgery (myomectomy) and a minimally invasive procedure (uterine artery embolization)—to see which one better helps women get pregnant and have a live birth. It included 9 women aged 18 to 43 with fibroids larger…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new immunotherapy drug called BDB001, alone or combined with atezolizumab (Tecentriq), in 40 adults with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety, find the best dose, and see if t…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eikon Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new immunotherapy drug called BDB001, both alone and combined with pembrolizumab, in 87 adults with advanced solid tumors that had progressed after standard treatments. The main goals were to check safety and find the best dose. The study is comple…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Eikon Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Cancer drug tazemetostat gets Long-Term safety check in rollover trial
Disease control CompletedThis study offers continued access to tazemetostat for 58 people with various cancers who already benefited from the drug in earlier trials. The main goal is to monitor long-term safety and side effects. Participants must have shown clinical benefit from tazemetostat before joini…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Epizyme, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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App helps young cancer survivors shed pounds
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a smartphone app to help young adult cancer survivors (ages 18-39) lose weight. The app tracked diet and activity as part of a behavioral weight loss program. The goal was to see if this approach was practical and well-liked by participants. The study involved 6…
Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New drug combo slows prostate cancer spread in large trial
Disease control CompletedThis large phase 3 trial tested whether adding enzalutamide (Xtandi) to standard hormone therapy (ADT) helps men with metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer. Over 1,100 participants received either enzalutamide plus ADT or a placebo plus ADT. The main goal was to see how lo…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Astellas Pharma Global Development, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Shorter radiation after hysterectomy shows promise for endometrial cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a shorter course of pelvic radiation (about 1 week instead of the usual 5-6 weeks) given after hysterectomy for advanced endometrial cancer. The goal was to see if this shorter treatment causes fewer side effects while still controlling the cancer. The study inc…
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Radioactive therapy shows promise for tough prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested whether adding a radioactive drug (I-131-1095) to standard enzalutamide therapy helps men with a specific type of advanced prostate cancer that had worsened on another treatment. The study enrolled 120 men with PSMA-positive metastatic castration-resista…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Progenics Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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New drug shows promise for cortisol disorder
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug called SPI-62 in 26 adults with Cushing's syndrome caused by a non-adrenal tumor. The goal was to see if SPI-62 could lower cortisol levels safely. Participants received either SPI-62 or a placebo for 24 weeks, with an option to continue lon…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sparrow Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise in cervical cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug nivolumab to standard chemoradiation is safe for people with locally advanced cervical cancer. Twenty-one adults received nivolumab alongside cisplatin and radiation, followed by up to six months of nivolumab alo…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Institut Curie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 19:18 UTC
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Could a tiny implant shield the rectum from radiation damage?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at a small implantable spacer placed between the prostate and rectum in men receiving radiation for prostate cancer. The goal was to see if the spacer reduces the radiation dose reaching the rectum, potentially lowering side effects. A total of 175 men who alrea…
Sponsor: BioProtect • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:55 UTC
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Gel cushion may shield rectum during prostate cancer radiation
Disease control CompletedThis completed study tested a hydrogel spacer placed between the prostate and rectum in 20 men undergoing radiation for prostate cancer. The goal was to see if the spacer reduces radiation reaching the rectum. Researchers compared rectal radiation exposure before and after insert…
Sponsor: BioProtect • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:32 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for advanced prostate cancer across races
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of two drugs, apalutamide and abiraterone, plus prednisone, in 93 men with advanced prostate cancer that had spread and was no longer responding to hormone therapy. The goal was to see how long the cancer stayed under control and whether the drugs …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Daniel George, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:33 UTC
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New drug shows promise for Tough-to-Treat prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a drug called Tarlatamab in 41 men with a rare and aggressive form of prostate cancer called neuroendocrine prostate cancer. The main goal was to check the drug's safety and find the best dose. The drug works by helping the body's immune cells recogn…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:18 UTC
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Tiny trial tests Dual-Radiation attack on returning prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early study tested whether adding a radioactive drug (177Lu-PSMA) to standard brachytherapy is safe and feasible for men whose prostate cancer returned after initial radiation. Only 3 men took part. The goal was to see if the combination could control cancer both in the pros…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Glenn Bauman • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:03 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise against resistant ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 2 trial tested whether adding afuresertib (an AKT inhibitor) to standard paclitaxel chemotherapy helps control platinum-resistant ovarian cancer better than paclitaxel alone. 150 women with this difficult-to-treat cancer participated. The study measured how long the ca…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Laekna Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:45 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat ovarian cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) to standard chemotherapy before surgery helps women with stage IV ovarian cancer. 91 participants received either chemo alone or chemo plus pembrolizumab, followed by surgery. The goal was t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: ARCAGY/ GINECO GROUP • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:25 UTC
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New cancer drug karonudib tested for first time in humans
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug, Karonudib, in 63 people with advanced solid tumors that had not responded to standard treatments. The main goal was to check the drug's safety and find the best dose. Researchers also looked at how the drug moves through the body and any …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Thomas Helleday Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:08 UTC
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Steroid shot may buy time for men with tough prostate cancer
Disease control CompletedThis trial tested a steroid injection called triamcinolone in 55 men with castration resistant prostate cancer, a type that no longer responds to standard hormone therapy. The goal was to see if it could extend the time before chemotherapy is needed, since current steroid treatme…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Barts & The London NHS Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:49 UTC
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Experimental combo targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested the combination of two drugs—trabectedin and durvalumab—in 40 people with advanced soft-tissue sarcoma or ovarian cancer that had not responded to prior treatments. The main goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Researchers also lo…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Institut Bergonié • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:10 UTC
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Can doubling the dose stop prostate cancer from worsening?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at men with advanced prostate cancer that no longer responds to hormone therapy. When the standard dose of abiraterone stopped working, some patients received a double dose to see if it could stabilize the disease. The goal was to find out if this approach is sa…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:08 UTC
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Microwave zaps prostate tumors without major surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new way to treat low-risk prostate cancer using a microwave probe inserted through the rectum. The goal was to see if it could safely destroy the main tumor while protecting nearby tissues. Eleven patients were treated, and the researchers checked for complete…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:53 UTC
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Experimental Vaccine-Like therapy targets Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested an experimental immunotherapy called ELI-002 in 25 people with KRAS-mutated pancreatic, colorectal, lung, ovarian, or bile duct cancers who had signs of remaining disease after standard treatment. The therapy aims to train the immune system to attack…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Elicio Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:30 UTC
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Esmya under the microscope: is Long-Term use safe for fibroids?
Disease control CompletedThis study followed over 1,500 women with moderate to severe uterine fibroids who were taking Esmya (ulipristal acetate) long-term. Researchers tracked side effects, especially those affecting the uterus, and how doctors prescribed the drug in everyday practice. The goal was to b…
Sponsor: PregLem SA • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:15 UTC
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Bag it up: new device aims to make fibroid surgery safer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether using a special bag during laparoscopic fibroid removal (myomectomy or hysterectomy) can prevent the spread of cells that might be cancerous. Forty-eight women were randomly assigned to have the procedure with or without the bag. Researchers then checked…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:48 UTC
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Can a radioactive tracer and MRI reveal prostate Cancer's true extent?
Diagnosis CompletedResearchers are testing whether a combination of PET scans with a radioactive tracer called [18F]PSMA-1007, sodium MRI, and multiparametric MRI can accurately predict where prostate cancer is and how aggressive it is. The study enrolls men who are scheduled to have their prostate…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Glenn Bauman • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart speculum could bring cervical cancer screening to remote areas
Diagnosis CompletedResearchers in Cameroon are comparing a new smart speculum with a standard speculum to see which gives better comfort for women and clearer views of the cervix. Each participant receives both exams in random order, and clinicians use the smart speculum's images to make remote dia…
Sponsor: GICMED • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New device could let surgeons see tissues in real time during gynecological surgery
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tests Cellvizio, a device that provides real-time, high-resolution views of tissues during gynecological surgery. Researchers want to see if it can help diagnose lesions and check surgical margins more accurately. The study will enroll 80 women undergoing laparoscopic …
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple dye might replace radioactive tracers in cancer staging
Diagnosis CompletedThis trial tests whether indocyanine green, a dye injected before surgery, can find sentinel lymph nodes as reliably as the standard technetium-99 radioactive tracer. About 744 adults with various cancers will receive both agents, and surgeons will compare detection rates using a…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a single MRI-Guided biopsy replace the standard battery?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study explores whether using only MRI-targeted prostate biopsies—instead of combining them with standard systematic biopsies—can provide enough information for doctors to decide on treatment. Men aged 50 to 75 with suspected prostate cancer and a single suspicious lesion on …
Sponsor: GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple Self-Swab revolutionize cervical cancer screening?
Diagnosis CompletedThis trial tests whether a vaginal self-sampling device can accurately detect high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) compared to samples collected by a clinician. About 1,000 women aged 30-64, either regular screening attendees or those who haven't been screened in 3+ years, will p…
Sponsor: AML • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new tracer spot prostate cancer return better than the standard scan?
Diagnosis CompletedThis trial tests whether a new PET/CT tracer, 64Cu-SAR-bisPSMA, can find more sites of prostate cancer recurrence than the standard 68Ga PSMA-11 scan in men whose PSA rises after prostate removal. Fifty men will receive both scans, and researchers will compare how many lesions ea…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a single tracer light up cancer's first stop? a trial puts a hybrid dye-and-radioactive marker to the test.
Diagnosis CompletedThis trial tests whether a new hybrid tracer, ICG-99mTc-nanoscan, can replace the standard tracer for sentinel node biopsy in people with penile cancer, melanoma, or oral cancer. The hybrid tracer combines a fluorescent dye with a radioactive marker, potentially allowing surgeons…
Sponsor: The Netherlands Cancer Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New PET scan technique could map hidden prostate cancer recurrences
Diagnosis CompletedThis large registry study is testing whether a special type of PET scan, called PSMA-PET, can better detect where prostate cancer has returned after initial treatment. Thousands of men with suspected recurrent prostate cancer across Ontario will receive this scan. The goal is to …
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may catch pelvic cancer relapse sooner
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looks at whether a blood test that detects tumor DNA can find early signs of cancer returning in people treated for HPV-positive pelvic cancers (like cervical or anal cancer). Researchers will take blood samples from 172 patients during regular follow-up visits. The go…
Sponsor: Institut Curie • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pee test for cervical cancer? study checks if women like it
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether women would be willing to collect their own urine sample for cervical cancer screening instead of a traditional swab. 173 women aged 31-49 at a French hospital tried it and answered questions about their experience. The goal was to see how acceptable …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Temperature-Sensing MRI could sharpen prostate cancer detection
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new MRI method that measures temperature changes in the prostate. The goal is to help doctors find cancer more accurately and guide laser treatments. Researchers scanned 70 men who already needed an MRI for prostate cancer diagnosis. The focus was on checking …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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AI takes on prostate cancer detection: could it replace the radiologist?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested an AI software called Quantib Prostate to see if it can detect prostate cancer on MRI scans as accurately as expert radiologists. Researchers looked at 200 men who had prostate MRIs and biopsies. The AI's readings were compared to the radiologist's readings, usi…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Prostate fluid particles may hold key to smarter cancer detection
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at tiny particles called extracellular vesicles (EVs) found in prostate fluid from 100 men. The goal was to find unique molecular signatures that could help tell aggressive prostate cancer from slow-growing or benign conditions. Researchers used advanced techniq…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Which PET scan is better at spotting prostate cancer?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested two different radioactive tracers (68Ga-RM2 and 68Ga-PSMA-617) used in PET/CT scans to see which one better detects prostate cancer in men scheduled for prostate removal surgery. Twenty-two men with low, intermediate, or high-risk prostate cancer received both s…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New study weighs safer prostate biopsy methods
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at two methods of taking prostate tissue samples to diagnose cancer: one through the rectum and one through the skin between the scrotum and anus. Researchers wanted to see which method causes fewer infections and less bleeding. 101 men with suspected prostate c…
Sponsor: Elsan • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New imaging showdown: can PSMA PET/CT beat MRI for prostate cancer detection?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at 60 men who had a prostate biopsy to check for cancer. It compared two imaging methods used to guide the biopsy: the standard multiparametric MRI and a newer scan called Ga-68 PSMA PET/CT. The goal was to see which method better finds aggressive prostate cance…
Sponsor: Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New scanner could help surgeons spot Left-Behind cancer Mid-Operation
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new type of PET-CT scanner that can scan a tumor right after it is removed from the body. Patients with prostate or head and neck cancer received a small amount of radioactive tracer before surgery, which sticks to cancer cells. After removal, the specimen was…
Sponsor: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Could a 'Negative' HPV test miss warning signs? new study investigates
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at 45 patients whose HPV tests came back negative but had a late signal in the raw data. Researchers wanted to see if these late signals might actually indicate early cervical cell changes. By comparing different lab methods, they aim to improve how we interpret…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New Light-Based scan could spot prostate cancer faster
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new imaging technique called Full Field Optical Coherence Tomography (FFOCT) to see if it can detect prostate cancer in biopsy samples as well as standard microscope analysis. Researchers compared FFOCT results to the usual pathology exam in 91 men with elevat…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New Self-Test could revolutionize cervical cancer screening
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new way to screen for cervical cancer using samples women collect themselves at home. Researchers wanted to see if a test that looks at DNA changes in HPV could better identify who truly needs follow-up care. About 294 women participated, and the goal was to m…
Sponsor: George Washington University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New scan could pinpoint returning prostate cancer
Diagnosis CompletedThis Phase 3 study tested a radioactive tracer called Copper Cu 64 PSMA I&T, given as an injection, to improve PET/CT scans in 235 men with prostate cancer that may have returned after initial treatment (surgery or radiation). The goal was to see how accurately the scan could det…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Curium US LLC • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Smarter screening: could a simple score reduce unnecessary biopsies?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new colposcopy method that uses a scoring system (Swede score) to better diagnose cervical precancer in women with abnormal screening results. Researchers enrolled 929 women referred for colposcopy to see if the scoring system could accurately identify precanc…
Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New imaging agent could sharpen prostate cancer staging
Diagnosis CompletedThis completed registry study at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre tested whether a special PET scan tracer called 18F-DCFPyL (PSMA) can find prostate cancer that has spread to lymph nodes or other organs better than standard CT and bone scans. A total of 142 men with intermediate-…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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New imaging agent shows promise for prostate cancer detection
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new radioactive imaging agent called 68Ga-OncoACP3 in 20 men with prostate cancer. The goal was to see if it is safe and to measure how much radiation the body receives. The agent helps doctors see where cancer has spread using a special scan.
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Philogen S.p.A. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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MRI-Targeted biopsies may outshine standard needle probes for aggressive prostate cancer
Diagnosis CompletedThis study compared two ways to biopsy the prostate in 275 men with suspected cancer. The standard method takes random samples from the gland, which can miss aggressive tumors or find harmless ones. The new method uses MRI images to guide the needle to suspicious spots. The goal …
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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AI could cut prostate MRI time while keeping accuracy
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether new deep learning (AI) technology can make prostate MRI scans faster while still finding suspicious nodules. Researchers compared standard MRI sequences with faster, AI-enhanced versions in 34 adults referred for prostate MRI. The goal was to see if the …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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New markers may spot ovarian cancer earlier
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether adding a new tumor marker (HE4) and using special scoring systems (ROMA and RMI) can better tell the difference between harmless ovarian cysts and ovarian cancer. Researchers measured CA125 and HE4 levels in 221 women scheduled for ovarian cyst surger…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Departemental Vendee • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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MRI-Targeted biopsy matches standard method in prostate cancer detection
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether using an MRI to guide prostate biopsies could detect cancer as well as the standard 12-sample systematic biopsy. Researchers enrolled 108 men aged 45-75 with elevated PSA levels and suspicious MRI findings. They compared the cancer detection rates of 3 t…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Could a simple blood test replace prostate biopsy?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study explored whether prostate cancer cells can be detected in blood samples instead of using a needle biopsy. Researchers collected blood from 127 men with suspected prostate cancer and used a special filter to isolate tumor cells. The goal was to see if this non-invasive …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New PET scan agent spots prostate cancer missed by standard tests
Diagnosis CompletedThis phase 2 study tested a new radioactive imaging agent called 64Cu-SAR-BBN in 53 men with prostate cancer that had returned after treatment but was not visible on standard PSMA PET scans. The goal was to see if this agent could safely and accurately detect where the cancer had…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Clarity Pharmaceuticals Ltd • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New ultrasound technique could rival MRI for prostate cancer detection
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a new, high-resolution ultrasound (micro-ultrasound) can find aggressive prostate cancers as well as MRI does during biopsy. Over 800 men with suspected prostate cancer were randomly assigned to one of three biopsy guidance methods. The goal was to see w…
Sponsor: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New imaging agent could spot returning prostate cancer earlier
Diagnosis CompletedThis completed Phase 3 study tested a new radioactive tracer called [18F]CTT1057 for PET/CT scans in 190 men with prostate cancer whose PSA levels were rising after initial treatment. The goal was to see if the tracer could accurately locate where the cancer had returned. Partici…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New PET scan agent shows promise for spotting prostate cancer
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new imaging agent called [18F]CTT1057 for PET scans to see how well it can find prostate cancer tumors. 195 men with high-risk prostate cancer who were scheduled for surgery received the scan. The results were compared to tissue samples taken during surgery to…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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New PET/MRI scan could spot elusive brain tumors in Cushing's patients
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a special scan called [11C]-Methionine PET/MRI can better locate tiny pituitary tumors that cause Cushing's disease. Standard MRI often misses these tumors, leading to risky exploratory surgery. The study involved 33 adults with confirmed Cushing's disea…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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New liquid biopsy could replace needle biopsies for prostate cancer
Diagnosis CompletedThis completed study collected urine and blood samples from 80 men, including those with prostate cancer, suspected cancer, or benign prostate enlargement, as well as healthy donors. The goal was to find RNA biomarkers that could lead to a simple liquid biopsy test for diagnosing…
Sponsor: Institut Curie • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:00 UTC
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New imaging combo could spot hidden prostate cancer recurrence
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether two imaging methods—Histoscanning and multiparametric MRI—can accurately detect and locate prostate cancer that comes back after radiation therapy. Thirty men with rising PSA levels or biopsy-confirmed recurrence were enrolled. Each participant received …
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:17 UTC
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Smart blood pressure monitoring may shield kidneys during robotic surgery
Prevention CompletedThis trial tests whether a software tool called the hypotension prediction index (HPI) can help prevent acute kidney injury after robotic-assisted urologic surgery. The tool uses arterial pressure data to forecast drops in blood pressure during the operation, allowing doctors to …
Sponsor: Ewha Womans University Mokdong Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A mailed kit and a chat: a new push to screen more latina women for cervical cancer
Prevention CompletedResearchers are testing whether a brief educational session helps Latina women who are overdue for cervical cancer screening use a mailed HPV self-sampling kit. Half of the participants receive the kit alone, and the other half also join a small-group session with a bilingual hea…
Sponsor: Fox Chase Cancer Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A one-hour talk could change how latino men decide on prostate cancer screening
Prevention CompletedThis trial tests whether a one-hour group discussion helps Latino men aged 50 to 70 make informed decisions about PSA screening for prostate cancer. Participants receive either a printed pamphlet or an interactive session covering the benefits, risks, and controversy around PSA t…
Sponsor: Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Self-swabs could boost cervical cancer screening in kazakhstan
Prevention CompletedThis study tests whether women in Kazakhstan will accept self-sampling kits for HPV detection, a key step in preventing cervical cancer. Researchers will distribute three different self-sampling devices to 1,000 women and survey their willingness to use them. The goal is to see i…
Sponsor: Nazarbayev University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Eating within a 10-Hour window may help prevent a common cancer
Prevention CompletedThis study tests whether limiting daily eating to an 8–10 hour window can improve metabolic health and potentially lower the risk of endometrial cancer. Overweight or obese Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander women at elevated risk will follow a time-restricted eating schedule for s…
Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pill shield ears from chemo damage?
Prevention CompletedThis study tests whether the drug SENS-401 can prevent hearing loss caused by cisplatin, a common chemotherapy. Adults with cancer who are scheduled to receive cisplatin take SENS-401 before, during, and after treatment. Hearing is measured with a standard test to see if the drug…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sensorion • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New catheter lock could slash infection risk for cancer patients
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether a taurolidine-citrate solution (TauroLock) placed in the catheter between treatments can prevent bloodstream infections in adults with solid tumors receiving IV anti-cancer therapy. 162 patients were randomly assigned to get either the TauroLock solution…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional Metz-Thionville • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Game changers: peer advocates aim to prevent cervical cancer in uganda
Prevention CompletedThis study tested a program called Game Changers for Cervical Cancer Prevention (GC-CCP) in Uganda. It trained women who had already been screened to encourage their friends and family to get screened too. The trial involved 936 participants and compared the program to usual care…
Sponsor: RAND • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can the HPV vaccine stop cervical abnormalities from returning after surgery?
Prevention CompletedThis study looked at whether giving the Gardasil 9 HPV vaccine to women at the same time as surgery for abnormal cervical cells (CIN) can help clear the virus and prevent future infections. About 1,100 women aged 18-55 took part. The goal was to see if the vaccine reduces the cha…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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At-Home HPV test kits could boost cervical cancer screening in Hard-to-Reach women
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether offering a vaginal self-sampling kit directly to women aged 50-65 who had not had a cervical smear in over three years would increase screening participation. Women received a kit to use at home and mail to a lab for HPV testing. The goal was to see how …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New screening strategy aims to prevent uterine cancer in High-Risk women
Prevention CompletedThis study tested a two-step screening process to find postmenopausal women at higher risk for endometrial cancer. Those identified as high-risk received a hormone challenge test and, if positive, standard care plus a lifestyle program. The goal was to see if this approach is pra…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of British Columbia • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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At-Home HPV test could help underserved women skip the clinic
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether mailing HPV self-test kits to women who are overdue for cervical cancer screening could increase participation. Over 2,400 underserved women in Texas were randomly assigned to receive a kit or standard phone reminders. The goal was to see if the at-home …
Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:41 UTC
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Personalized exercise may boost radiation outcomes in prostate cancer
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether a personalized 4-week exercise program can improve quality of life and physical function in men with metastatic prostate cancer who are receiving radiation therapy. Eighty participants will either exercise or not, and researchers will track changes in wel…
Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a phone app and mindfulness keep chemo patients moving?
Symptom relief CompletedResearchers at the University of Oklahoma are testing a mobile health program designed to help adults receiving chemotherapy for metastatic breast or gynecologic cancer stay physically active. The program combines a wearable activity tracker, behavior change techniques, acceptanc…
Sponsor: University of Oklahoma • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New prostate cancer radiotherapy aims to cut side effects
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests a new way to give radiotherapy for men with intermediate-risk prostate cancer. The goal is to lower the dose to healthy parts of the prostate while boosting the dose to the tumor, using a special MRI-guided machine (MR-linac). Twenty men will take part to see if …
Sponsor: The Netherlands Cancer Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Yoga and physio may ease stress during cervical cancer radiation
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether adding a special yoga and physiotherapy program to standard care can lower stress in women receiving brachytherapy for cervical cancer. About 98 women will take part. The program includes gentle movement and breathing exercises designed to be safe during …
Sponsor: Institut du Cancer de Montpellier - Val d'Aurelle • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lower dose of olanzapine may ease chemo nausea with less drowsiness
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at 2,000 adults with solid tumors to find the best dose of olanzapine for preventing nausea and vomiting caused by strong chemotherapy. Researchers compared 2.5 mg, 5 mg, and 10 mg doses to see which works best with the fewest side effects like daytime sleepines…
Sponsor: Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Five-minute video may ease tough choices for fibroid patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether a 5-minute educational video about uterine fibroids and their treatments can help patients feel less conflicted when deciding on a treatment plan. About 154 women with fibroids will be randomly assigned to watch the video before their appointment or recei…
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hypnosis eases cancer procedure anxiety, small trial suggests
Symptom relief CompletedThis completed Phase 2 trial tested whether formal hypnosis, alongside standard care, could reduce anxiety and pain in 68 cancer patients undergoing brachytherapy. Patients received either standard care with Kalinox or standard care plus formal hypnosis. The study measured anxiet…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an AI chatbot lift the spirits of advanced cancer patients?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether an AI emotional companion app can improve depression, anxiety, and demoralization in adults with advanced cancer. Participants use a mobile app where a virtual character holds conversations, reads emotional cues, and offers a link to a human hotline if di…
Sponsor: National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Digital watchdogs: can apps catch post-surgery prostate problems early?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether regular electronic questionnaires after prostate cancer surgery can improve recovery. Men who have their prostate removed will report symptoms like incontinence and mood through an app or computer. If scores hit certain levels, a nurse calls to offer a ur…
Sponsor: Heinrich-Heine University, Duesseldorf • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Peppermint and lemon scents put to the test against chemo nausea
Symptom relief CompletedThis phase 2 trial tests whether inhaling a blend of peppermint and lemon essential oils can reduce nausea and vomiting in people receiving their first chemotherapy for a solid tumor. Participants will inhale the oils four times daily and whenever nausea strikes, with symptoms tr…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Prehabilitation may cut surgery risks in ovarian cancer
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looks at whether a program called prehabilitation—which helps patients get stronger and healthier before surgery—can lower the chance of problems after surgery for advanced ovarian cancer. About 146 women having surgery for ovarian cancer will take part. The goal is to…
Sponsor: Hospital Clinic of Barcelona • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Virtual reality goggles could ease cancer Patients' procedure fears
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether using a virtual reality headset during PICC line placement can reduce anxiety and pain in cancer patients. About 120 adults will be randomly assigned to either receive VR plus standard care or standard care alone. The goal is to see if this non-drug appro…
Sponsor: Istituto Oncologico Veneto IRCCS • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Timing of numbing shot may cut opioid use in prostate surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looks at whether giving a local anesthetic to the abdominal wall at the start of robotic prostate surgery, rather than at the end, can reduce the amount of strong painkillers (opioids) needed during the operation. About 50 adults with prostate cancer or benign prostate…
Sponsor: Koc University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can talking it out ease PTSD in cancer patients during a pandemic?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether monthly 45-minute psychological interviews over 6 months could reduce post-traumatic stress symptoms in cancer patients affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. It included 29 adults with solid tumors who had moderate to high PTSD symptoms. The goal was to see…
Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Exercise may ease hormone therapy side effects in prostate cancer
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether a 12-week, drug-free exercise program can help men with metastatic prostate cancer who are starting hormone therapy. The program includes supervised sessions of aerobic, resistance, balance, and flexibility exercises. The main goal is to see if patients c…
Sponsor: Azienda USL Reggio Emilia - IRCCS • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A surgical tweak may speed bladder control recovery after prostate removal
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether adding two surgical steps—suspending the urethra and rebuilding pelvic fascia—during robot-assisted prostate removal can help men regain urinary continence sooner. About 60 prostate cancer patients will receive the modified procedure and be followed for t…
Sponsor: Cancer Institute and Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a 'Female Viagra' drug boost libido in men on prostate cancer treatment?
Symptom relief CompletedThis phase II trial tests whether flibanserin, a drug approved for low sexual desire in women, can increase sexual interest in men with prostate cancer who are receiving androgen deprivation therapy (hormone therapy). About 44 men will be randomly assigned to take flibanserin or …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Andrew McDonald • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Prehabilitation boosts pelvic floor recovery in cervical cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 4-week exercise program before surgery (prehabilitation) in 34 women with cervical cancer. The program included aerobic, resistance, and pelvic floor exercises. Results suggest it may improve pelvic floor strength and shorten hospital stays compared to standar…
Sponsor: Saveetha University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program helps black prostate cancer survivors eat better and move more
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests a 4-month community program called Men Moving Forward for African-American men who have finished prostate cancer treatment. The program includes twice-weekly sessions to help participants eat more fruits and vegetables, cut down on red meat, and increase physical…
Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could tiny needles tame Chemo's Gut-Wrenching side effect in kids?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether acupuncture using tiny, semi-permanent needles can prevent diarrhea caused by the chemotherapy drug irinotecan in children with solid tumors. About 22 children will receive the acupuncture during their second round of chemo, and researchers will measure p…
Sponsor: Fundació Sant Joan de Déu • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ancient Mind-Body practice tested as fatigue fighter for men after cancer
Symptom relief CompletedThis study investigates whether a 12-week program of tai chi and qigong (called Body Mind Training) can reduce fatigue in male cancer survivors aged 55 and older. Participants are randomly assigned to the mind-body training, a light exercise-only group, or a usual-care group. Res…
Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Beauty treatments ease cancer pain and anxiety, study finds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether professional socio-aesthetics (specialized beauty and well-being care) can improve quality of life, reduce pain, and ease anxiety in adults undergoing chemotherapy for lung, breast, colon, or prostate cancer. 400 participants were randomly assigned to re…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier de Valence • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Hypnosis before hysterectomy: a new way to ease cancer surgery nerves?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a one-hour hypnosis session, done 5 to 15 days before a hysterectomy for pelvic gynecological cancer, could lower anxiety around the time of surgery. Twenty-nine women participated, and the hypnosis was guided by a trained nurse. The main goal was to …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New pain coping program helps advanced cancer patients regain daily life
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a special pain coping skills program for people with advanced solid tumor cancer who have pain that interferes with daily activities. 211 patients were randomly assigned to either the program or standard care. The program taught ways to manage pain and find mean…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Vitamin cocktail may shrink fibroids, reduce surgery need
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 3-month treatment with a combination of vitamin D, green tea extract (EGCG), vitamin B6, and D-Chiro-inositol in 108 women with uterine fibroids who were planning surgery. The goal was to see if the supplement could ease symptoms and possibly help some women a…
Sponsor: Universita di Verona • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New vaginal surgery technique may reduce pain after hysterectomy
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two types of minimally invasive hysterectomy: vNOTES (done through the vagina) and conventional laparoscopic hysterectomy (done through small belly cuts). About 90 women having hysterectomy for non-cancer reasons took part. The goal was to see which method cau…
Sponsor: Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi Gazi Yasargil Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Exercise eases chemo fatigue in testicular cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether an 8-week program of strength, endurance, and aerobic exercise could reduce fatigue in men with testicular germ cell cancer undergoing chemotherapy. Twenty men participated, with half doing the exercise program and half receiving usual care. The goal was…
Sponsor: University of Malaga • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Can a VR headset calm chemo anxiety? new study tests hypnosis in prostate cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether using virtual reality hypnosis before chemotherapy infusions could lower anxiety in men with metastatic prostate cancer. Fifty-three patients were randomly assigned to either receive the VR hypnosis session or standard care before each docetaxel infusion…
Sponsor: Saint-Gregoire Private Hospital Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New program helps men fight prostate cancer side effects
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a program to help men prepare for and manage side effects from prostate cancer treatments like surgery or radiation. The program used daily texts and emails, plus support from other men, to encourage healthy habits before treatment. The goal was to reduce distre…
Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Can a nurse and an app improve life after gynecologic cancer?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new way to follow up with gynecologic cancer survivors. Instead of seeing a doctor every time, patients saw a nurse at every other visit and used a smartphone app to help manage their health. The goal was to see if this approach improved self-management skills…
Sponsor: Sorlandet Hospital HF • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Prostate cancer patients weigh in: which chemo is easier to tolerate?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether men with metastatic prostate cancer prefer cabazitaxel or docetaxel as their first chemotherapy. 195 patients tried both drugs in sequence and then stated their preference. The goal is to see if side effects like nerve damage or fatigue influence choi…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Acupuncture before surgery may steady blood pressure in hysterectomy patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis small pilot study looked at whether acupuncture given twice before surgery could help stabilize blood pressure in women having their uterus removed (total laparoscopic hysterectomy) for fibroids. Thirty-five adult patients received acupuncture before the operation, and resea…
Sponsor: Ilsan Cha hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can brain training ease 'Chemo Brain' in gynecologic cancer survivors?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a home-based cognitive training program called BrainHQ in 60 women with gynecologic cancers who had memory or thinking problems after chemotherapy. Participants used the app for about 2.5 hours per week for 10 weeks. The goal was to see if the program was practi…
Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Could a common painkiller combo ease cancer treatment pain?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether adding ketoprofen to standard paracetamol (acetaminophen) can better control pain in patients receiving brachytherapy for cervical or upper airway/digestive tract cancers. Sixty-eight adults were randomly assigned to receive either paracetamol alone or p…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Music eases anxiety during prostate cancer therapy, study finds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether listening to music during radionuclide treatment helps prostate cancer patients feel less anxious and distressed. Sixty men were split into two groups: one listened to their choice of instrumental music through headphones during treatment, while the othe…
Sponsor: Dokuz Eylul University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Needles vs. night sweats: can acupuncture cool prostate cancer side effects?
Symptom relief CompletedThis small pilot study tested whether acupuncture could help reduce hot flashes and night sweats in men with prostate cancer who are on hormone therapy. Twelve men received acupuncture sessions, and researchers measured how well the treatment was accepted and whether symptoms imp…
Sponsor: University College Cork • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Phone therapy eases cancer Survivors' distress in rural areas
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a stepped-care telehealth program for cancer survivors living in rural areas who experience anxiety, depression, or sleep problems. Participants received either low-intensity check-ins or high-intensity phone therapy with a licensed therapist, depending on sympt…
Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Could less steroid before chemo be safer and just as effective?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether giving a lower dose of the steroid dexamethasone before the chemotherapy drug docetaxel can prevent allergic reactions with fewer side effects. The standard high dose can cause problems like high blood sugar, mood changes, and weakened immunity. Resea…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Leiden University Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Buffered lidocaine eases prostate biopsy pain in new study
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether buffered lidocaine (lidocaine mixed with baking soda) reduces pain during prostate biopsy. 350 men undergoing a prostate biopsy received either buffered or standard lidocaine. Researchers measured pain from the numbing injection and from the biopsy itsel…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Breathe easy: simple breathing technique tested to soothe Pre-Surgery jitters
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a combination of slow, guided breathing (called cardiac coherence) and a hypnosis session could help women feel less anxious before breast or gynecologic cancer surgery. Fifty-three women participated, practicing the breathing technique several times a d…
Sponsor: Institut du Cancer de Montpellier - Val d'Aurelle • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Nerve block eases Post-Surgery insomnia and anxiety in women
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a nerve block (stellate ganglion block) combined with standard anesthesia could help women with uterine fibroids sleep better and feel less anxious after laparoscopic surgery. 233 women aged 35-55 took part. Results aim to show if this approach reduces s…
Sponsor: Xiaochen Ji • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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App aims to boost cancer patients' well-being at home
Symptom relief CompletedThis completed trial tested a web-based remote monitoring platform called CONTINUUM+ CONNECT in 411 adults with metastatic breast, lung, colorectal, or prostate cancer. Patients used the platform to report symptoms and receive alerts, aiming to improve their physical health and q…
Sponsor: Centre Paul Strauss • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Newer vaginal surgery for hysterectomy may be as safe as standard keyhole method
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two surgical techniques for removing the uterus (hysterectomy) due to non-cancerous conditions: the newer vNOTES method (done through the vagina) and standard laparoscopy (keyhole surgery). 145 women took part, and researchers tracked complications, pain, and …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Talking through cancer: can couples therapy ease the emotional toll?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a program that teaches couples communication skills when one partner has advanced cancer. About 440 patients and their partners took part, with half receiving the training and half getting general healthy living information. The goal was to see if the training c…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Steroid injection during fibroid procedure may ease Post-Op pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether giving an anti-inflammatory steroid directly into the uterine arteries during a non-surgical fibroid treatment can lessen pain, nausea, vomiting, and tiredness afterward. Forty-two women with symptomatic fibroids took part. The goal was to see if this si…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Numbing shots before fibroid surgery may ease Post-Op pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether injecting the numbing drug ropivacaine into the belly and around a nerve cluster before surgery can lower pain after laparoscopic fibroid removal. 207 women having fibroid surgery were randomly assigned to get either ropivacaine or a placebo. The main go…
Sponsor: Saint Petersburg State University, Russia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Virtual fitness and nutrition program aims to keep cancer survivors on their feet
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether an online program combining nutrition counseling and resistance training could improve physical function in older adults (65+) who finished treatment for breast, colorectal, or prostate cancer. 75 participants received virtual sessions with dietitians an…
Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Can online lessons help cancer patients recover better after radiation?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether an online education program helps gynecologic cancer patients better manage side effects after brachytherapy. 150 patients were randomly assigned to receive either the online program plus standard care or standard care alone. The goal was to see if the p…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Supplements before fibroid surgery show promise in small study
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested whether taking a combination of EGCG (from green tea), vitamin D, and D-chiro-inositol for three months before hysteroscopic myomectomy improves surgical outcomes. 90 women with uterine fibroids were divided into two groups: one received the supplements be…
Sponsor: Centro di Ricerca Clinica Salentino • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Can a home exercise program help men on prostate cancer hormone therapy?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a remote exercise program for 27 men with prostate cancer who were receiving hormone therapy (androgen deprivation therapy). The program included walking or cycling, strength training, and counseling sessions over 8 weeks. The main goal was to see if the program…
Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Smartphone app aims to ease ovarian cancer treatment side effects
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a mobile app designed to help doctors keep track of symptoms in women with advanced ovarian cancer. Ten patients used the app, which combined their medical records with regular symptom reports. The goal was to see if this information helped the care team make be…
Sponsor: Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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New App-Based workout shows promise for cancer fatigue
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a 12-week home exercise program using mobile technology could reduce fatigue in cancer survivors. 110 adults who had finished cancer treatment or were on immunotherapy took part. Some also tried acupressure or brief mindfulness exercises. The goal was…
Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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VR movies calm cancer patients before radiation
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether watching 360° virtual reality movies can reduce fear and anxiety in cancer patients about to start radiation therapy. 292 adults with breast, lung, prostate, head and neck cancer, or brain tumors participated. Patients watched a VR movie and then filled …
Sponsor: Maastricht Radiation Oncology • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New online program eases Kids' cancer return to school
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a web-based program to help children aged 8-17 with cancer adjust to returning to school. The program included modules for children, parents, teachers, and peers, focusing on communication, coping, and social skills. Twenty children participated, and researchers…
Sponsor: Gazi University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Fiber pills may ease radiation side effects for pelvic cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis completed phase 3 trial tested whether taking psyllium husk fiber capsules during pelvic radiation therapy could reduce gut inflammation and urgency symptoms. 354 adults with pelvic cancers (like rectal, prostate, or gynecological) took either fiber or placebo capsules daily…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Sahlgrenska University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:22 UTC
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Video education may ease prostate biopsy fears
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether showing patients a dynamic video before a prostate biopsy could lower their pain and anxiety compared to just verbal instructions or static images. 223 men aged 50-80 with elevated PSA levels participated. Pain was measured with a Visual Analog Scale …
Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:06 UTC
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Lost in translation: study probes language barriers in gynecologic cancer care
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study gives questionnaires to patients, interpreters, and healthcare professionals to understand how language and cultural differences impact care for women with gynecologic cancer. The goal is to identify barriers and improve the patient experience. About 45 people will tak…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden muscle loss may affect ovarian cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study checks for muscle loss (sarcopenia) in 25 women with advanced ovarian cancer before they start chemotherapy. Using CT scans, researchers want to see how common this condition is and if it affects treatment timing. The goal is to better understand how muscle health rela…
Sponsor: Institut Bergonié • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immunotherapy side effects under the microscope: MOTIVATE study tracks 150 patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 150 people with solid tumors who were starting immunotherapy (immune checkpoint inhibitors) as part of their regular care. Researchers collected data on side effects and asked patients to fill out questionnaires before each treatment. The goal was to better un…
Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Family study aims to unlock secrets of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study enrolled 377 individuals and families with a high risk of breast or ovarian cancer due to known or suspected genetic factors. Researchers collected medical records, questionnaires, and biological samples to better understand the disease's natural history and …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for testicular cancer genes in families
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aims to understand why testicular cancer sometimes runs in families. Researchers will collect DNA samples and medical information from about 750 people in families with multiple cases of testicular cancer. No treatment is given; the goal is to find genes that increase …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Should all young cancer patients get genetic testing? study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether offering genetic testing to all young adults with cancer (ages 18-39) is better than only testing those who meet certain guidelines. About 749 participants were randomly assigned to either universal testing with a broad gene panel or standard testing …
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Robotic surgery vs standard approaches: does the platform change cancer outcomes?
Knowledge-focused CompletedResearchers at a large hospital in Seoul reviewed records from nearly 33,000 adults who had curative-intent surgery for one of seven cancers in the abdomen or pelvis: pancreatic, gastric, rectal, cervical, endometrial, kidney, or prostate. They grouped patients by whether they re…
Sponsor: Asan Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tackles cultural gaps in prostate cancer care for latiné men
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at how Spanish-speaking Latiné men cope after prostate cancer treatment, especially with issues like erectile dysfunction and urinary problems. Researchers will survey and interview 55 survivors to understand their needs and cultural barriers. The goal is to crea…
Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Less invasive staging for endometrial cancer put to the test
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis phase 3 trial compares a less invasive sentinel node biopsy approach to standard staging methods in 262 women with early-stage endometrial cancer at intermediate or high risk of recurrence. The goal is to see if the sentinel node policy reduces surgical complications while s…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive study reveals real cancer risk for HPV-Positive women with mild pap smears
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed over 46,000 women in the Netherlands who tested positive for HPV and had mild abnormal Pap results. Researchers tracked how many developed cervical cancer within five years. The goal was to see if these women could safely have fewer follow-up tests, making scr…
Sponsor: Gynaecologisch Oncologisch Centrum Zuid • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mining Responders' tumors for clues to a universal cancer therapy
Knowledge-focused CompletedResearchers want to learn which molecules on cancer cells the immune system attacks when checkpoint inhibitor drugs work well. They collect tumor and blood samples from adults with solid tumors who respond to these drugs, either during treatment or after surgery. The team then se…
Sponsor: TScan Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Glow-in-the-dark dye may help surgeons spot hidden cancer in kids
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study is testing whether a green dye called ICG can help surgeons see tumors more clearly during surgery in children and teens with solid tumors. The dye is injected before surgery and makes tumor tissue glow under a special camera. The goal is to see if this technique helps…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI chatbot may sharpen nurses' cancer care decisions
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis trial tests whether an AI-supported chatbot can boost nursing students' knowledge of gynecologic cancers and their clinical decision-making skills. Third-year nursing students who have completed their obstetrics and gynecology course will be randomly assigned to either use t…
Sponsor: Sakarya University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can smart fluid monitoring improve robotic prostatectomy outcomes?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at how giving fluids during robotic prostatectomy affects patient outcomes. It compares two approaches: one guided by a special monitor (LiDCO) that tracks blood flow in real time, and the other using standard clinical judgment. The researchers will measure the t…
Sponsor: Antalya Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood vessel cells in a simple blood test may predict ovarian cancer therapy success
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study asks whether measuring circulating endothelial cells (CECs), cells shed from blood vessel walls, can predict how well ovarian cancer patients respond to standard chemotherapy with or without bevacizumab. Researchers will use a standardized flow cytometry method to coun…
Sponsor: Centro di Riferimento Oncologico - Aviano • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could home care reduce cancer disparities for black men?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether providing cancer care at home is a good option for Black men with advanced prostate cancer. Researchers want to see if this approach can reduce healthcare disparities and improve quality of life. Participants will fill out questionnaires about their pr…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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What drives survival in advanced prostate cancer? a brazilian study digs into patient data
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at medical records from 584 men in Brazil with castration-resistant metastatic prostate cancer, a form of the disease that no longer responds to hormone therapy. Researchers aim to describe how long these patients survive and to identify their individual characte…
Sponsor: Latin American Cooperative Oncology Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Protein 'Fingerprint' blood test could warn of ovarian cancer return
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at proteins in the blood of women with ovarian, peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancer who are in remission. The goal is to find a protein pattern, or 'fingerprint,' that signals when the cancer might come back. Researchers followed 119 women with stage III or IV c…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a fibre supplement slow prostate cancer? researchers ask patients first.
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study explores whether men with early prostate cancer on active surveillance would be willing to take dietary fibre supplements, such as inulin or psyllium. Previous research hints these fibres may reduce inflammation and slow tumour growth, but no one has asked patients abo…
Sponsor: University of Aberdeen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Why is endometrial cancer often advanced in brazil? a new study digs into the data
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis observational study will examine the molecular and epidemiological characteristics of endometrial cancer in Brazil, focusing on women diagnosed between 2016 and 2019. Researchers will analyze tumor samples for genetic mutations and biomarkers, and collect data on demographic…
Sponsor: Latin American Cooperative Oncology Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can the mediterranean diet survive chemo? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how cancer treatment changes patients' ability to stick with a Mediterranean diet. Researchers followed 116 patients starting chemotherapy or immunotherapy, checking their diet adherence and sensory changes (taste and smell) at the start and after 9 weeks. Th…
Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A new tool aims to demystify immunotherapy for advanced cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis trial tests whether a 15-minute educational video and a list of suggested questions can improve understanding of immunotherapy among patients with advanced cancer and their caregivers. Participants are randomly assigned to receive the educational materials or usual care, and…
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Question list may empower gynecologic cancer patients in clinic
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tests whether giving gynecologic cancer patients a list of questions to ask their doctor improves their confidence, reduces distress, and builds trust. About 70 adults with newly diagnosed or suspected gynecologic cancer will either receive the question list or usual c…
Sponsor: Ira Winer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Michigan study tests ways to boost genetic testing in cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a special website or coaching phone calls could help more people with a personal or family history of certain cancers get genetic testing. Over 800 participants were randomly assigned to one of these two methods or to standard care. The goal was to se…
Sponsor: University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may spare cancer patients unneeded iron infusions
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis trial explores whether a blood test measuring reticulocyte hemoglobin content (RET-He) can predict how well cancer patients with anemia will respond to intravenous iron treatment. The study involves adults with solid tumors who have functional iron deficiency. By checking RE…
Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genetic clues in advanced prostate cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at genes in men with advanced prostate cancer that has spread and is no longer responding to hormone therapy. Researchers will analyze tissue, blood, and urine samples from 92 patients receiving a drug called abiraterone. The goal is to find genetic changes that …
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A hidden route for ovarian cancer spread?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study investigates whether lymph nodes in the lower abdomen, called the inferior epigastric lymph node basin, might be an early stop for ovarian cancer spreading from the peritoneum. Researchers will biopsy these nodes in 20 patients undergoing surgery for ovarian peritoneal…
Sponsor: Jules Bordet Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Real-World study compares two prostate cancer drug combos
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study follows about 500 men with advanced prostate cancer that still responds to hormone therapy. Researchers are comparing two drug combinations (apalutamide or enzalutamide plus standard hormone therapy) to see how well they work in real-world settings. The goal is to unde…
Sponsor: Janssen-Cilag Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which scan spots prostate cancer best? new study puts two to the test
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 14 men with intermediate-risk prostate cancer who were scheduled for prostate removal surgery. Each man received two different types of PET scans to see which one better highlights cancer cells. The goal was to compare the scans' ability to detect and measure…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cancer clot care under the microscope: new study mines data for better treatment insights
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study reviews existing medical records to understand how blood clots (VTE) are treated in people with active cancer or a history of cancer. Researchers will look at which blood thinners are used, how often clots come back, and the costs involved. No new treatments are given—…
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Education boosts HPV vaccine willingness in women, study hopes
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tests whether a structured face-to-face education program can improve women's knowledge about cervical cancer and their attitudes toward the HPV vaccine. One hundred women aged 18-49 in Turkey will be split into two groups: one receives the education, the other gets ro…
Sponsor: Muhammet Faruk Yigit • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Bedside ultrasound could save lives in OB/GYN intensive care
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at how lung ultrasound can help find lung issues early in women who are critically ill due to pregnancy complications or gynecologic cancer. Researchers will check for different lung ultrasound patterns and see if they relate to patient outcomes like death or nee…
Sponsor: Ain Shams University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tracking recovery after cervical cancer radiation: what helps patients heal?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study follows 67 women with cervical cancer for one year after they finish radiation therapy. Researchers want to see how their quality of life, including physical and emotional well-being, changes over time. Participants fill out questionnaires about symptoms like fatigue, …
Sponsor: Chulabhorn Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood protein map may reveal hidden clues in ovarian cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at how proteins in the blood change in women with ovarian cancer as they go through standard treatment. Researchers collected blood samples before surgery, after surgery, and after chemotherapy to see if these protein shifts could give a fuller picture of how the…
Sponsor: University Medical Centre Ljubljana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a quick chat with a radiotherapy tech ease cancer patients' anxiety?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether having a special consultation with a radiotherapy technician (called a manipulator) helps cancer patients feel more informed about their treatment. Researchers enrolled 308 adults with various cancers who were getting radiation therapy. They compared …
Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Enzyme-HPV link in cervical disease explored
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how certain enzymes called matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and their inhibitors relate to human papillomavirus (HPV) in cervical dysplasia and cancer. Researchers collected tissue and cell samples from 216 women with different stages of cervical lesions. The…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Blood test may predict cancer spread in women
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at whether a simple blood test (liquid biopsy) can help track breast, ovarian, and endometrial cancers. Researchers analyzed circulating tumor cells in 150 women to see if these cells could predict the risk of cancer spreading or how well treatment wor…
Sponsor: Tomsk National Research Medical Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Ports may offer easier way to deliver prostate cancer drug
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether Pluvicto, a radioactive drug for prostate cancer, can be safely given through a permanently implanted port (TIVAP) instead of a standard IV. Researchers measured if any drug got stuck in the port in 107 patients. The goal was to see if using the port is …
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Lab study tests antibody that could unlock immune attack on liver cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at a new antibody called anti-SIRPα as a potential immunotherapy for liver cancer. Researchers used blood and tissue samples from 30 liver cancer patients to see how the antibody affects immune cells. The goal was to understand whether blocking the SIR…
Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Phone calls or brochures? study finds best way to get cancer survivors genetic help
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at two ways to help breast and ovarian cancer survivors get genetic counseling: a mailed brochure or a phone call with a health coach. About 668 women took part. The goal was to see which method led more people to actually get genetic counseling or testing. The …
Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Blood test score may guide ovarian cancer treatment decisions
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether a score called KELIM can predict how well ovarian cancer patients respond to maintenance treatment with PARP inhibitors after initial chemotherapy. Researchers will analyze data from 243 patients who took part in the PAOLA-1 trial. If KELIM proves usef…
Sponsor: ARCAGY/ GINECO GROUP • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New imaging comparison could improve prostate cancer monitoring
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 80 patients with advanced prostate cancer that had stopped responding to chemotherapy. All patients received a radioactive drug called 177Lu-PSMA-617. Researchers compared two types of scans—PET and SPECT—to see which better tracks changes in tumor …
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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900 Men's quality of life checked years after prostate cancer diagnosis
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at how prostate cancer and its treatment affect quality of life three years after diagnosis. Researchers compared 900 men with prostate cancer to cancer-free men of the same age. The goal is to understand what life is like after treatment and whether patients ret…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Can a Child's cancer be inherited? new study digs into family DNA
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at the DNA of 100 children (and young adults up to age 17) who have cancer, along with the DNA of their healthy parents. The goal is to find genetic changes that may have caused the cancer. By comparing the child's DNA to both parents', researchers hope to discov…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Which prostate cancer drug is kinder to your brain? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how two prostate cancer drugs, darolutamide and enzalutamide, affect thinking and memory in men with advanced prostate cancer. About 111 men took one of the two drugs and completed computer-based cognitive tests over time. The goal was to see if one drug caus…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Alliance Foundation Trials, LLC. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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PET scan patients may soon be allowed to move freely during the long wait
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether letting patients move freely between the injection of a radioactive tracer and the PET scan affects image quality. Normally, patients must rest for an hour to avoid muscle uptake that can blur results. The trial involved 284 adults with cancer or needing…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional d'Orléans • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a quick GP visit improve cancer care? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether it's possible for people diagnosed with solid tumors to have a follow-up visit with their general practitioner within 15 days of learning their diagnosis. Researchers will track how many patients actually attend this visit and why some might not. The g…
Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Study probes how pelvic cancer strains Couples' intimacy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 40 women with cervical, uterine, or ovarian cancer to see how their relationship and sexual communication changed from diagnosis to 3 months after treatment. Participants filled out questionnaires about their sexual activity, desire, and discomfort. The goal w…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Ovarian cancer genetics under the microscope: no treatment, just knowledge
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 1,500 women with advanced ovarian, peritoneal, or fallopian tube cancer to see how genetic changes in their tumors relate to how the disease progresses. Researchers collected tumor samples and medical data to find links between DNA abnormalities and outcomes …
Sponsor: ARCAGY/ GINECO GROUP • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Proton therapy gets a daily Tune-Up in small pilot study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis pilot study tested whether it's possible to adjust proton radiation plans each day while the patient is on the treatment table. Ten adults with solid tumors took part. The goal was to see if this approach is safe and practical enough to study in a larger trial.
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Stiffness check could boost fibroid treatment success
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether measuring the stiffness of uterine fibroids can help predict how well they respond to a non-invasive treatment called MR-HIFU. Forty women with symptomatic fibroids were enrolled. The goal was to improve patient selection so that only those likely to …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Faith-based workshops aim to boost cancer screening in muslim women
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a two-hour, peer-led workshop with religious messages could encourage Muslim women in North East England and Scotland to get screened for breast, bowel, and cervical cancer. 169 women aged 25-74 who were not up-to-date with all eligible screenings took p…
Sponsor: University of Sunderland • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Real-World data on ovarian cancer treatments collected in russia
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how doctors in Russia treat a specific type of ovarian cancer called HRD-positive. Researchers collected information from 414 patients to understand what treatments they received and how they fared. The goal was to describe real-world practice, not to test a …
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Prostate cancer gene hunt could spot relapse early
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at genetic changes in prostate cancer samples from 84 men who had surgery. The goal was to find DNA markers that could predict if the cancer would come back or spread. By identifying these markers, doctors may one day better tailor follow-up care and treatment f…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New study aims to fix lack of diversity in cancer trials
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at ways to increase diversity in cancer clinical trials, focusing on breast, liver, and prostate cancers. Researchers worked with communities, doctors, and scientists in New York City to find better ways to include people of color and underserved group…
Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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PET/CT scans may sharpen cancer Follow-Up decisions
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a special PET/CT scan, done within two months after treatment, helps doctors make better decisions for patients with advanced cervical cancer. Researchers compared what doctors would decide without the scan versus with it. The study involved 40 patien…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New website aims to close cancer care gap for black patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study created and tested an educational website to help Black and African American cancer patients learn about personalized cancer treatments and clinical trials. Researchers interviewed 48 patients and caregivers, then tested the website with 33 patients. The goal was to se…
Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New digital platform aims to break the silence around hereditary cancer in families
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a digital health platform to help people with a hereditary risk of breast and ovarian cancer share their genetic test results with family members. Researchers worked with 128 participants in Switzerland and Korea to see if the tool reduced distress and improved …
Sponsor: University of Basel • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Prostate cancer mystery: why do two top scans see different tumors?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 30 men with prostate cancer to understand why MRI and PSMA-PET scans sometimes spot different tumors. Researchers used stored tissue samples to analyze the genes and molecules of these mismatched lesions. The goal was to find out if these differences mean the…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Brain radiation may erase personal memories, study warns
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at how radiation therapy for brain tumors like meningioma or pituitary adenoma might affect autobiographical memory—the memories of your life events. Researchers will ask 17 patients to complete memory tests one and two years after treatment. The goal is to see i…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New model could spare prostate cancer patients unnecessary surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to improve how doctors predict whether prostate cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes. Researchers combined patient information, MRI scans, and genetic data from 367 men who had their prostate removed. The goal was to create a more accurate tool to help decide …
Sponsor: Francesco Montorsi • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Gene score may predict prostate cancer worsening
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 185 men with low-risk prostate cancer who chose active surveillance (monitoring instead of immediate treatment). Researchers used a genetic test called a polygenic risk score to see if it could predict which men would have their cancer get worse over time. Th…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Real-World check: ovarian cancer drug niraparib under the microscope
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked back at 388 women with advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or peritoneal cancer who were taking the drug niraparib as maintenance therapy. Researchers wanted to see how often serious side effects happened and how patients used the drug in real-life UK clinics. No …
Sponsor: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New study aims to predict which fibroids respond best to Non-Invasive ultrasound treatment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 40 women with symptomatic uterine fibroids to understand why MR-guided focused ultrasound (HIFU) works better for some than others. Researchers used MRI and contrast-enhanced ultrasound to measure fibroid blood flow, stiffness, and other features before treat…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New surgical clip tool tested in 161 patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at a new device called AE05ML that helps surgeons place clips on blood vessels and other tissues during keyhole surgery. The goal was to see if the device is safe and works well. A total of 161 adults took part in the study.
Sponsor: Teleflex • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Can an app help your doctor know your family health risks?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a family history app can help doctors collect and use information about patients' family health risks. Over 600 adults aged 30-69 took part. The goal was to see if the app leads to better screening and genetic referrals for conditions like cancer, heart …
Sponsor: University of Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Do surgery quality rules save lives in ovarian cancer?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study reviewed over 11,000 patients with advanced ovarian cancer to see if hospitals that follow ten specific quality standards for surgery have better outcomes. The research looked at how long patients lived without their cancer getting worse and overall survival. The goal …
Sponsor: European Society of Gynaecological Oncology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Joint pain from cancer drug measured in new study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how often joint pain occurs in 71 people with ovarian, colorectal, or lung cancer who were taking the drug bevacizumab. Participants filled out a questionnaire about their joint pain over 6 months. The goal was to better understand this side effect.
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Fiber-Fed mice show promise against prostate cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study from the University of Aberdeen looked at how dietary fiber supplements might influence prostate cancer. Researchers gave mice different fibers (inulin, pectin, hemp hull) along with stool samples from healthy men over 60. They then measured changes in gut ba…
Sponsor: University of Aberdeen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Can a custom exercise plan help cancer patients on chemo? small study says maybe
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a flexible, personalized exercise program is practical for cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. Twenty-one adults with breast, ovarian, or colorectal cancer took part. The main goal was to see if patients would join, attend, and stick with the exercis…
Sponsor: University of Dublin, Trinity College • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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10-Year study checks if HPV test alone can replace pap smear
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study follows over 1,700 women who previously took part in a cervical cancer screening trial. Researchers want to see if testing for HPV alone is as safe and effective as combining it with a Pap smear over 10 years. Participants provide a cervical sample for both tests, and …
Sponsor: University of British Columbia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Home workouts may boost cancer Patients' cell power
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how prostate and colorectal cancer affect mitochondria—the energy factories in cells—and whether a 4-week home exercise program could improve them. Fifteen men awaiting surgery did either resistance or high-intensity interval training at home. Researchers mea…
Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Tumor DNA test may match patients to smarter cancer drugs
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether analyzing the DNA of a patient's tumor can help doctors pick a targeted therapy for advanced or metastatic cancer. Researchers enrolled 550 adults with various solid tumors that had spread. They took biopsy or blood samples to search for genetic chang…
Sponsor: Institut Paoli-Calmettes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Tiny trial aims to shed light on PSMA scans in hard-to-treat prostate cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether taking dasatinib alone or with darolutamide for 14 days can increase PSMA levels on PET scans in men with metastatic prostate cancer. Only 4 men participated, all with low PSMA uptake on their initial scan. The goal was to learn more about how PSMA expre…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New EHR tool aims to boost Heart-Health talks for cancer survivors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a tool built into electronic health records that prompts doctors to discuss heart health with cancer survivors during routine visits. Researchers enrolled 645 survivors of breast, prostate, colorectal, endometrial, and lymphoma cancers across 12 clinics. The goa…
Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Ovarian cancer surgery: does following guidelines save money and improve life quality?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether following national guidelines for ovarian cancer surgery is cost-effective. Researchers measured the cost per quality-adjusted life year (QALY) over three years in 200 women with advanced ovarian cancer. The goal was to understand the economic impact …
Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New biomarker may predict which cancer drugs work best
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study tested whether a new biomarker called 'mass response' can predict how well a cancer therapy will work. Researchers collected tumor cells from 72 patients with various cancers through fluid drainage or biopsies. The goal was to see if this biomarker could guid…
Sponsor: Travera Inc • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Heart risk alert: troponin test may protect cancer patients on immunotherapy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 300 cancer patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors to see if measuring troponin levels could help detect serious heart problems early. The goal was to prevent major cardiovascular events like heart attack or stroke without unnecessarily s…
Sponsor: Institut Mutualiste Montsouris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Cancer drug heart risk mystery probed in new study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how immune checkpoint inhibitors, a type of cancer drug, might affect blood vessels and increase heart risks. Researchers measured blood vessel function and checked for related markers in 39 cancer patients before and after starting treatment. The goal was to…
Sponsor: Institut Mutualiste Montsouris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Fertility after fibroid embolization: new data from 46 women
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked back at 46 women who had a procedure called uterine artery embolization to treat fibroids. The goal was to see how often women later had a baby and what pregnancy complications occurred. The researchers reviewed medical records from one hospital in France to gat…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Gene hunt: uncovering a hidden prostate cancer risk in martinique
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how often a specific gene change (called HOXB13 c.853delT) occurs in men with prostate cancer in Martinique. Researchers tested 465 men of African descent who had prostate cancer. The goal was to find out how common this gene change is, which may help underst…
Sponsor: University Hospital Center of Martinique • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New study tracks hidden heart and bone risks in Cushing's disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 80 people with newly diagnosed Cushing's disease for three years to see how the disease affects the heart, bones, metabolism, and quality of life. Researchers used blood tests, heart scans, bone density tests, and questionnaires to track complications before a…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Full or empty bladder? study tests best way to protect organs during cervical cancer radiation
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 22 women with cervical cancer to see if having an empty bladder (using a catheter) or a full bladder (filled with 120cc of fluid) is better during a type of internal radiation called brachytherapy. The goal was to find which method lowers the radiation dose t…
Sponsor: Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Pill-Taking habits under the microscope in advanced cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how closely 200 adults with advanced breast or prostate cancer follow their prescribed oral cancer treatments. Participants filled out questionnaires about their medication use and gave blood samples to check certain health markers. The goal was to understand…
Sponsor: Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Pharmacist Check-Ups catch dangerous drug Mix-Ups in cancer care
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether having a clinical pharmacist review medications for cancer patients before they start treatment could prevent drug-related problems. Researchers observed 440 adults with solid tumors who were about to receive chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or oral targeted…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Will patients trust AI to spot prostate cancer? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study surveyed 51 men with localized prostate cancer and their healthcare providers in Belgium, Italy, and Spain. The goal was to understand how acceptable artificial intelligence (AI) is as a tool to help diagnose prostate cancer, and whether people are willing to…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Liege • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Eye scan may forecast vision after brain surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a type of eye scan called OCT-angiography can predict how well vision will recover after surgery to remove a pituitary tumor. Researchers compared the scan results with standard vision tests in 21 patients. The goal was to see if the scan could serve as …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Cancer drug side effect under the microscope: muscle enzyme spike studied
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how often a muscle enzyme called CPK increases in people with solid tumors who are taking a type of targeted therapy called tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs). Researchers measured CPK levels in routine blood tests from 154 patients and checked if high levels …
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Simple test may spot frailty in elderly cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how common frailty is in people aged 70 and older with solid tumors who visited a cancer center. Researchers used a short questionnaire called VES-13 to screen patients before their doctor visit. They also compared the test results with the doctor's own judgm…
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Robot vs. standard surgery: which is safer for Women's cancers?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 386 women with cervical, uterine, or ovarian cancer to compare standard laparoscopic surgery versus robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery. The goal was to see which approach causes fewer complications within six months after the operation. Researchers tracked s…
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New PET-scan method may sharpen brachytherapy for cervical cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study explores whether using a PET-scan at the start of brachytherapy (internal radiation) is feasible for patients with locally advanced cervical cancer. Fourteen participants who have already received chemoradiation will undergo an extra PET-scan during brachytherapy and a…
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Trial or standard care? study reveals emotional toll on cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study compared anxiety, depression, and quality of life between 125 cancer patients who joined clinical trials and those who received standard treatment. Researchers used questionnaires to measure stress and emotional well-being. The goal was to understand how trial particip…
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Tiny study tests waiting game for prostate cancer return
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at men whose prostate cancer came back after surgery, shown by a small rise in PSA. It compared giving radiation right away versus waiting and doing another special scan when PSA rose higher. Only 4 men took part, so the main goal was to see if such a study is e…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Chatbot coaches cancer survivors on genetic testing
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a digital chatbot (called CATALYST) to help cancer survivors learn about genetic testing for inherited cancer risk. Fifty adults who had certain cancers (like breast, ovarian, or prostate) used the chatbot or received usual care. The goal was to see if the chatb…
Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New clinic aims to ease the journey for women cancer survivors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a special survivorship clinic, combined with an app for reporting symptoms, is practical for women who have finished curative treatment for early-stage breast, cervical, or endometrial cancer. Two hundred women visited the clinic at the start and end of …
Sponsor: University College Cork • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Phone Check-Ins track prostate cancer in men with BRCA mutations
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 25 men who carry BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutations (and a control group of non-carriers) to see if they developed prostate cancer. Researchers called participants to update their medical history and check for new diagnoses. The goal is to learn how to better scree…
Sponsor: Institute of Oncology Ljubljana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New program helps men with advanced prostate cancer understand their treatment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new education program for men with metastatic prostate cancer who are taking next-generation hormone therapy. The program aimed to help patients better understand their disease, stick to their medication, and improve their quality of life. 18 patients took par…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Blood test may someday predict which prostate cancer drugs will work
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study analyzed blood samples from 33 men with advanced prostate cancer that no longer responds to hormone therapy. Researchers looked for tiny molecules called microRNAs that might predict whether a patient will resist chemotherapy or newer hormone drugs. The goal is to help…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Ovarian cancer study probes Mind-Body link to tumor growth
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how behavioral factors, hormones, and natural body chemicals might influence tumor growth in ovarian cancer. Researchers studied 613 women with ovarian cancer to understand these connections. The goal was to gather knowledge, not to test a treatment.
Sponsor: Susan Lutgendorf • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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DIY cervical cancer test boosts screening rates, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether giving women a self-collection kit for HPV testing at their family doctor's office would encourage more women to get screened for cervical cancer. The study involved 308 women aged 30-65 who were overdue for screening. Some women were offered the usua…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Muscle loss in older prostate cancer patients under the microscope
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study measured how often muscle loss (sarcopenia) happens in men aged 70 and older with prostate cancer who are treated with radiation and hormone therapy. Researchers screened 112 patients using a simple questionnaire and body scans. The goal was to understand risk factors …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique Hopitaux De Marseille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Surgical check: are doctors fully removing fallopian tubes to prevent ovarian cancer?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how often fallopian tubes are completely removed when women have surgery to remove an ovary and tube (adnexectomy). The goal was to improve the surgical technique to lower the risk of ovarian cancer. 115 women participated, and researchers checked f…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Study tracks quality of life in older prostate cancer patients on hormone therapy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 831 men aged 60 and older with prostate cancer who were starting GnRH agonist therapy (a type of hormone therapy). Researchers measured how their quality of life changed over 6 months, comparing different age groups. The goal was to understand how age affects …
Sponsor: Ipsen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Rural cancer care boost: virtual training aims to close Follow-Up gaps
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a program called KanSurvive, which uses virtual education sessions and practice support to help rural primary care clinics improve follow-up care for cancer survivors. Researchers worked with 15 rural practices to see if they could better follow guidelines for m…
Sponsor: University of Kansas Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Can a chat increase genetic testing in prostate cancer?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis pilot study tested whether a brief educational session with a trained educator could increase the number of men with prostate cancer who agree to germline (inherited) genetic testing. The study enrolled 50 men who met national guidelines for testing but had not yet been test…
Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Blood biomarkers may help avoid unnecessary surgery in boys with testicle issues
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at tiny molecules in the blood called miRNAs to see if they could help doctors tell apart two similar conditions in boys: undescended testicles (which need surgery) and retractile testicles (which usually get better on their own). Researchers took blood samples …
Sponsor: Dr. Mevlüt Keleş • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New imaging combo could sharpen prostate cancer radiation
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether combining PET-CT and MRI scans (called trimodality imaging) can better define the target area for radiotherapy in high-risk prostate cancer. Twenty patients received both standard scans and the new combined scan before treatment. Researchers compared the…
Sponsor: Centre Henri Becquerel • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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2000 women studied to uncover hidden patterns in endometriosis
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study analyzed 2000 women who had surgery for endometriosis to see if the lesions tend to appear more on the right or left side of the pelvis. By carefully recording the location of each lesion during surgery, researchers hope to learn more about how endometriosis develops. …
Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda, Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Camera calibration study aims to sharpen prostate cancer imaging
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a special 3D camera can accurately measure radiation from a prostate cancer drug called lutetium. Researchers used data from 20 patients who had already received the treatment. The goal was to see if images taken at different energy levels give the sa…
Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New barbed stitch may speed up prostate cancer surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a special barbed suture (Symmcora Longterm) used to reconnect the bladder after robotic prostate removal for prostate cancer. Researchers measured how long the stitching took and checked for leaks or other problems up to 6 months after surgery. The goal was to s…
Sponsor: Aesculap AG • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Mailed self-test boosts cervical cancer screening in hard-to-reach women
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at two methods to help women who have not been screened for cervical cancer get tested. One group received a vaginal self-sampling kit in the mail, while the other was invited to visit their general practitioner. The goal was to see which approach leads more wom…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Scientists probe muscle mysteries in cancer weight loss
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how muscle energy use differs in women with ovarian or endometrial cancer who are losing weight, depending on their body mass index (BMI). Researchers took blood samples, muscle biopsies, and fat tissue from 70 women during surgery. The goal was to …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Which prostate biopsy method is safer and better at finding cancer?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study compared two common methods for taking a prostate biopsy: one through the rectal wall and one through the skin between the scrotum and anus. 840 men who needed a biopsy for suspected prostate cancer were randomly assigned to one of the two methods. The goal was to see …
Sponsor: Albany Medical College • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Chemo's hidden toll: study probes life after endometrial cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how chemotherapy impacts the quality of life of women treated for stage II or III endometrial cancer. Researchers asked 51 patients to fill out questionnaires about their physical, emotional, and social well-being at least two years after finishing treatment.…
Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Tiny study aims to teach computers to spot prostate cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study collected MRI and 3D ultrasound images from 2 men with prostate cancer who had their prostate removed. The goal was to create a database that could later be used to train a computer system to detect cancer without needing a biopsy. This is a very early step i…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Less surgery may be safer for early cervical cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 267 women with early-stage cervical cancer to compare two surgical approaches: removing all pelvic lymph nodes versus removing only the sentinel (first) lymph node. The goal was to see which method causes fewer complications within 6 months after surgery. Res…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Chemo nausea still a problem despite standard care, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tracked 300 cancer patients receiving their first round of chemotherapy to see how often nausea and vomiting still happen, even with standard anti-nausea medicines. Participants filled out questionnaires about their symptoms in the first 24 hours and up to 4 days after…
Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Scientists unravel the mystery of menstrual cramps and pain relief
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 183 women with menstrual pain to understand why it happens and how naproxen (a common painkiller) relieves it. Using MRI scans, researchers measured uterine activity, blood flow, and oxygen levels before and after taking naproxen or a placebo. The goal is to …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Endeavor Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Cancer patients speak out: what they really want from pharmacy visits
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study asked 167 people with cancer (and their caregivers) what they value most during pharmacy consultations for oral cancer drugs. Using a survey method, researchers identified key preferences to help hospitals design better support services. The goal was to improve patient…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Besancon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Robot surgery vs. traditional: which prostate cancer treatment costs less?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at the total cost of two types of prostate cancer surgery over 5 years: robot-assisted surgery using the da Vinci system and traditional open surgery. Researchers tracked medical expenses and patient outcomes in 90 men with localized prostate cancer. The goal wa…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New program aims to help older cancer patients get the care they need
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a program for adults aged 65-90 who had breast, colorectal, or prostate cancer. A community health worker assessed their health and provided coaching to address issues often missed after cancer treatment. The goal was to see if the program was feasible and could…
Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Virtual reality test reveals hidden memory damage in cured Cushing's patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether people who have been cured of Cushing's disease for at least a year still have memory problems. Researchers used a special virtual reality test to check memory, along with standard tests. The goal was to better understand these lasting effects and imp…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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DNA levels in blood tracked during cancer operations
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how DNA from tumors changes in the blood before, during, and after surgery for breast, prostate, or colon cancer. Thirty adults having curative surgery provided blood samples to measure these DNA levels. The goal was to understand the natural pattern of DNA c…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New study reveals how personalized breast cancer risk news impacts Women's emotions
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how women feel and think after getting a personalized estimate of their breast cancer risk. Researchers used a special computer model (BOADICEA) to give each woman a risk score based on her genes. The goal was to see if this personalized information changes h…
Sponsor: Institut Curie • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Chicken eggs used to grow patient cancer cells in new automated system
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether an automated system can grow cancer cells from patient samples (blood, fluid, or tumor tissue) inside chicken eggs. Researchers aimed to see if at least half of the samples would successfully grow. The goal is to create a better, cheaper way to study can…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Taiwan study reveals HER2 rates in Hard-to-Treat gynecologic cancers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at medical records from 509 adults in Taiwan to find out how often advanced cervical, endometrial, and ovarian cancers have a specific marker called HER2 IHC 3+. Researchers also described the patients' health details to better understand who might benefit from …
Sponsor: Daiichi Sankyo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Radium-223 safety checked in over 1,400 prostate cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed over 1,400 men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer who were already receiving Radium-223 as part of their routine care. Researchers tracked serious side effects and the development of new cancers over several years. The goal was to better unde…
Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Universal DNA screening in endometrial cancer reveals hidden genetic risks
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested over 1,000 women with endometrial cancer for DNA repair problems that can be inherited (Lynch syndrome). By analyzing tumor DNA, researchers aimed to personalize cancer treatment and identify family members who might also be at risk. The goal was to improve care…
Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New study tracks bladder control after prostate surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 30 men aged 45-70 who had their prostate removed due to cancer. Researchers measured urine leakage by weighing pads over 24 hours and during a 1-hour activity test. The goal was to better understand how long and how severe incontinence lasts after surgery.
Sponsor: Levee Medical, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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PET scans may reveal prostate Cancer's true aggression
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at whether special PET scans can predict how aggressive a person's prostate cancer is. Researchers compared scan features with tumor samples from 70 patients who had surgery. The goal was to see if imaging could replace or reduce the need for invasive …
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Fibroid location linked to changes in uterine blood flow
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the location of uterine fibroids affects blood flow in the uterine artery. Researchers used ultrasound to measure blood flow in 185 women with fibroids and compared results based on fibroid location. They found that fibroids located within the uterine mus…
Sponsor: Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Research and Training Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Olaparib's Real-World impact on BRCA ovarian cancer examined
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked back at medical records of 342 women in Europe with advanced ovarian cancer and a BRCA gene mutation. All had taken the drug olaparib (Lynparza) as their first maintenance treatment after initial chemotherapy. Researchers tracked how long patients lived without …
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Surgeons try High-Tech goggles to spot hidden tumors during keyhole surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study tested whether augmented reality (AR) can help surgeons during laparoscopic surgery for uterine fibroids or adenomyosis. AR overlays images from pre-surgery scans onto the live video feed, potentially making it easier to see and remove benign tumors. Forty pa…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:26 UTC
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Real-World data on HydroPearl embolization through the wrist
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed registry study collected real-world data on 99 patients receiving HydroPearl microspheres to block blood flow to conditions like uterine fibroids, arteriovenous malformations, hypervascular tumors, and benign prostatic hyperplasia. The procedure was done through th…
Sponsor: Terumo Medical Corporation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:23 UTC
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Study reveals hidden toll of chemo: taste loss and muscle wasting in gynecologic cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 102 women with ovarian, fallopian tube, or endometrial cancer through six cycles of standard chemotherapy (carboplatin and paclitaxel). Researchers measured taste changes, muscle loss, and nutritional decline at the start, halfway, and end of treatment. The go…
Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:47 UTC
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Tiny study tests MRI-Guided radiation for tough prostate cancers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis small study looked at whether special MRI scans can help doctors adjust radiation treatment for high-risk prostate cancer. Only 5 men took part, all with aggressive cancer. The goal was to see if the MRI method was reliable enough to guide changes in radiation doses. Because…
Sponsor: East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:51 UTC