Thoracic cancer
MONDO:0003274A primary or metastatic malignant neoplasm affecting the tissues of the thorax.
Also known as: thoracic tumor, thoracic tumour, thorax neoplasm, tumor of thorax, tumour of thorax, cancer of thoracic segment of trunk, malignant neoplasm of the thorax, malignant neoplasm of thoracic segment of trunk
10566 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 61 tagged with Thoracic cancer itself.
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Breast cancer 3,492 trials · 4,513 incl. sub-types
6 sub-types
- Breast carcinoma 665 trials · 2,688 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Malignant breast phyllodes tumor 5 trials
- Breast sarcoma 2 trials · 3 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Breast lymphoma 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Malignant breast melanoma 0 trials
- Salivary gland type cancer of the breast 0 trials
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Lung cancer 1,207 trials · 3,941 incl. sub-types
7 sub-types
- Lung carcinoma 137 trials · 3,320 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Malignant superior sulcus neoplasm 1 trial Sub-types →
- Graham-Boyle-Troxell syndrome 0 trials
- Lung hilum cancer 0 trials Sub-types →
- Lung lymphoma 0 trials Sub-types →
- Lung meningioma 0 trials
- Lung sarcoma 0 trials Sub-types →
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Mediastinal cancer 10 trials · 191 incl. sub-types
6 sub-types
- Mediastinal malignant lymphoma 6 trials · 180 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Mediastinal malignant germ cell tumor 1 trial Sub-types →
- Malignant mediastinal neural neoplasm 0 trials
- Mediastinal soft tissue cancer 0 trials Sub-types →
- Mediastinum neuroblastoma 0 trials Sub-types →
- Posterior mediastinum cancer 0 trials
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Pleural cancer 9 trials · 83 incl. sub-types
4 sub-types
- Malignant pleural mesothelioma 71 trials · 75 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Malignant parietal pleura tumor 0 trials
- Malignant pleural solitary fibrous tumor 0 trials
- Malignant visceral pleura tumor 0 trials
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Heart cancer 2 trials · 4 incl. sub-types
7 sub-types
- Heart lymphoma 1 trial
- Heart sarcoma 1 trial Sub-types →
- Endocardium cancer 0 trials
- Malignant cardiac germ cell tumor 0 trials
- Myocardium cancer 0 trials
- Neurofibroma of the heart 0 trials
- Pericardium cancer 0 trials Sub-types →
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Malignant neoplasm of chest wall 1 trial
2 sub-types
- Chest wall bone cancer 0 trials
- Chest wall lymphoma 0 trials Sub-types →
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Askin tumor 0 trials
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Sternum cancer 0 trials
1 sub-type
- Sternum lymphoma 0 trials
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Can sound waves destroy breast tumors without a scalpel?
Cure CompletedThis trial tests whether MR-guided focused ultrasound can safely and effectively treat early breast cancer. The procedure uses MRI images to target and heat tumors with ultrasound waves, destroying them without surgery. Participants are women with a single small breast tumor that…
Sponsor: InSightec • Aim: Cure
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Cell-Derived vaccine hold lung cancer at bay?
Vaccine CompletedThis phase 2 trial tests whether a vaccine made from immune cell-derived exosomes can slow cancer growth in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer who have responded to initial chemotherapy. Participants receive low-dose cyclophosphamide followed by weekly injections of …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Vaccine
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can immunotherapy plus chemo wipe out Triple-Negative breast cancer before surgery?
Disease control CompletedResearchers are testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug tislelizumab to standard TAC chemotherapy helps shrink triple-negative breast cancer before surgery. The trial enrolls 36 women with newly diagnosed triple-negative breast cancer. Participants receive six cycles of tis…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Daping Hospital and the Research Institute of Surgery of the Third Military Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a lighter chemo punch still knock out lung cancer when paired with immunotherapy?
Disease control CompletedThis completed Phase 4 trial tested two different doses of chemotherapy (standard and low-dose) combined with the immunotherapy drug Sintilimab in 20 people with advanced squamous non-small cell lung cancer. The goal was to see if the lower-dose combination could shrink tumors an…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: People's Hospital of Quzhou • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Double immunotherapy attack shows promise in tough lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 3 study tests whether adding tiragolumab (an experimental immunotherapy) to the standard combination of atezolizumab plus chemotherapy can help people with untreated, widespread small cell lung cancer live longer without their disease worsening. About 123 participants …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for tough lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tests a new drug combination for people with a specific type of advanced lung cancer (EGFR-mutant non-small cell lung cancer). The two drugs, LY3295668 and osimertinib, work by blocking enzymes that help cancer cells grow. The goal is to find the safest dose and see if…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 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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Daily Low-Dose chemo tested for patients with no other options
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two treatments for people with advanced cancer who cannot have standard therapy. One group took a low-dose chemotherapy pill (cyclophosphamide) daily, and the other took a hormone pill (megestrol). The goal was to see which treatment could slow cancer growth for…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • 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 a vitamin supplement make chemotherapy hit mesothelioma harder?
Disease control CompletedResearchers are testing whether adding vitamin B12 to standard chemotherapy helps people with pleural mesothelioma that cannot be removed by surgery. The trial gives participants pemetrexed and cisplatin, two chemotherapy drugs that block tumor cell growth in different ways, alon…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise in slowing breast cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding the drug nintedanib to standard chemotherapy (docetaxel) helps people with advanced HER2-negative breast cancer live longer without their disease getting worse. Fifty-one adults who had already received some treatment took part. The goal was to se…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody GNR-051 tested for safety in Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control CompletedResearchers are testing an experimental immunotherapy called GNR-051 in adults with advanced lung cancer, kidney cancer, or melanoma that has returned or not responded to other treatments. The Phase 1 trial aims to find the highest dose people can tolerate and to track side effec…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: AO GENERIUM • 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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Can a common cholesterol pill boost bone metastasis treatment?
Disease control CompletedResearchers are testing whether adding simvastatin, a widely used cholesterol-lowering drug, to zoledronic acid helps women with breast cancer that has spread to bone. Thirty-five women who have already received chemotherapy receive either simvastatin or a placebo alongside zoled…
Sponsor: Indonesia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can zapping brain tumors boost immunotherapy against lung cancer?
Disease control CompletedResearchers are testing whether adding brain radiotherapy to PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors and chemotherapy helps people with untreated stage IV non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to the brain. The trial enrolls about 40 adults whose tumors lack common driver mutations and whose …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fudan 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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Experimental combo targets Hard-to-Treat lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tests a new drug, Tuvusertib, combined with an immunotherapy called Cemiplimab in people with a specific type of advanced lung cancer (non-squamous non-small cell) that has worsened after prior treatments. The trial aims to see if the combination can shrink tumors and …
Phase 1/2 • 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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Higher radiation dose vs standard: which fights small cell lung cancer better?
Disease control CompletedResearchers are comparing two doses of chest radiation therapy, 45 Gy and 70 Gy, in people with limited-stage small cell lung cancer. All participants also receive chemotherapy with cisplatin or carboplatin plus etoposide. The trial measures overall survival to see whether the hi…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 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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New Non-Invasive lung nodule marking method tested in small trial
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested a new, non-invasive way to locate multiple small lung nodules (under 20 mm) before surgery, comparing it to the standard CT-guided needle method. Forty people with early-stage lung cancer took part. The goal was to see if the new method could help surgeons…
Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an Antibody-Drug conjugate crack resistant EGFR lung cancer?
Disease control CompletedResearchers are testing an experimental drug called MRG003 in adults with EGFR-positive advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has worsened after at least two standard treatments. The trial enrolls about 87 participants across multiple sites and gives MRG003 intravenously as a …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Lepu Biopharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for HER2 cancers: targeted drug shows promise in Mid-Stage trial
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial is testing a drug called ado-trastuzumab emtansine (Kadcyla) in 131 adults with advanced solid tumors that have a specific HER2 gene change. The drug combines an antibody that targets HER2 with a chemotherapy agent, aiming to deliver treatment directly to cance…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo shows promise in Tough-to-Treat breast cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug nivolumab to standard chemotherapy (carboplatin) helps people with metastatic triple-negative breast cancer live longer without their disease getting worse. About 78 participants with advanced cancer that has spread will rece…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 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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Lung surgery without a breathing tube: a gentler path to recovery?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests whether removing lung nodules with non-intubated video-assisted thoracic surgery, which avoids a breathing tube and ventilator, helps patients recover faster and feel better than traditional intubated surgery. Researchers will compare symptom burden, quality of l…
Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new drug combo revive the immune System's attack on resistant cancers?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tests whether adding an experimental drug called pixatimod to the immunotherapy nivolumab can shrink tumors in people with advanced melanoma, non-small cell lung cancer, or colorectal cancer that has stopped responding to prior treatment. One group with colorec…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Diwakar Davar • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Triple-Drug combo erase HER2-Positive breast tumors before surgery?
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tests whether giving a combination of inetetamab, pyrotinib, and nab-paclitaxel before surgery can eliminate cancer in women with HER2-positive early or locally advanced breast cancer. Participants receive four cycles of the drugs, then undergo surgery. The ma…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Xijing Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for tough lung cancer: LAGOON trial tests powerful drug combo
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two new treatments for people with small cell lung cancer that came back after initial chemotherapy. The experimental drugs, lurbinectedin alone or with irinotecan, were compared to standard treatments (topotecan or irinotecan). The goal was to see if the new op…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: PharmaMar • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo aims to outsmart resistant lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether a combination of sitravatinib (a targeted drug) and nivolumab (an immunotherapy) works better than docetaxel (standard chemo) for people with advanced non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer that got worse after platinum chemo and checkpoint inhi…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Mirati Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can sound waves replace the scalpel for breast cancer?
Disease control CompletedResearchers are testing whether a device called ExAblate MRgFUS can safely and completely destroy small breast cancers using focused ultrasound waves guided by MRI. The trial enrolls women with a single invasive breast tumor smaller than 2 centimeters who are already scheduled fo…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: InSightec • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can immunotherapy outperform chemotherapy for lung cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis trial studies people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer who have already tried platinum-based chemotherapy. Researchers compare those who receive immunotherapy with those who receive standard chemotherapy as a second-line treatment. The goal is to see which approach he…
Sponsor: Myung-Ju Ahn • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 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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New cancer drug SG2918 enters first human tests
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called SG2918 in 17 people with advanced cancers that no longer respond to standard treatments. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose, not yet to prove it works. Participants receive the drug by IV every three w…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Hangzhou Sumgen Biotech Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New flavored drink helps cancer patients keep weight on during treatment
Disease control CompletedThis study tested three flavors of Supportan® drink (Tropical Fruits, Cappuccino, and Pineapple-Coconut) in 123 cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, or targeted therapy. Patients drank two bottles daily for four weeks alongside their normal diet. …
Sponsor: Fresenius Kabi Taiwan 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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Can fewer, stronger radiation doses match standard treatment after mastectomy?
Disease control CompletedThis phase III trial compares two radiation schedules for women with high-risk breast cancer who have had a mastectomy. One group receives hypofractionated radiation, which uses fewer but larger daily doses over a shorter period. The other receives conventional radiation, with sm…
Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Double-Pronged antibody outsmart HER2-Positive tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests an experimental drug called zanidatamab, which targets HER2, a protein that fuels certain breast and stomach cancers. Researchers give zanidatamab alongside chemotherapy, and sometimes with the immunotherapy tislelizumab, to people with advanced HER2-positive bre…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: BeiGene • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could skipping a lymph node check spare women from unneeded surgery?
Disease control CompletedThis trial asks whether women with early breast cancer who have lumpectomy and whole-breast radiation can safely skip the sentinel lymph node procedure, a biopsy of the first lymph node under the arm. The procedure helps check if cancer has spread, but it can cause arm swelling a…
Sponsor: Maastricht University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a clotting drug cut mastectomy wound drainage?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests whether applying tranexamic acid directly to the wound during a mastectomy reduces the amount and duration of fluid drainage afterward. Researchers will compare 30 patients who receive the topical drug with 30 who get standard postoperative care. The goal is to s…
Sponsor: Gulab Devi Hospital • 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 faster ovarian suppression drug improve breast cancer treatment?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests two drugs, degarelix and triptorelin, in premenopausal women with hormone-sensitive breast cancer. Both drugs temporarily stop the ovaries from making estrogen, which can fuel tumor growth. Women receive one of the drugs along with the hormone therapy letrozole f…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new chemo schedule extend life with fewer side effects?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests three different schedules of the chemotherapy drug nab-paclitaxel (Abraxane) in women with HER2-negative metastatic breast cancer. The goal is to find a schedule that allows patients to stay on treatment longer, potentially improving progression-free survival, wh…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can radiation turn tumors into targets for immunotherapy?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests whether combining the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab with precise, high-dose radiation (SABR) can better control metastatic cancers, including colorectal, lung, kidney, and sarcoma. The idea is that radiation may make tumors more visible to the immune system, wh…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a drug holiday keep breast cancer at bay longer?
Disease control CompletedThis phase III trial tests whether taking letrozole continuously for five years is better than taking it in cycles with breaks, for postmenopausal women who have already had 4 to 6 years of hormone therapy for early-stage, hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer. Letrozole works …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for Hard-to-Treat breast cancer? alisertib combo tested
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tested the drug alisertib, alone or combined with fulvestrant, in 96 postmenopausal women with advanced breast cancer that no longer responds to hormone therapy. Alisertib blocks enzymes that help cancer cells grow, while fulvestrant blocks estrogen. The goal …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Weight loss after cancer: a new program aims to help survivors
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests a structured diet and exercise program for overweight Chinese cancer survivors. The program, led by a dietitian and a cancer exercise specialist, teaches weight loss strategies, healthy eating, and physical activity. Researchers want to see if the program is prac…
Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Beetroot juice as a weapon against breast cancer metabolism?
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether dietary nitrate from beetroot juice can disrupt the altered metabolism of breast cancer cells. Researchers will give a concentrated beetroot juice drink for five days to patients scheduled for breast cancer surgery. Using advanced MRI scans, they will mea…
Sponsor: University of Aberdeen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 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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Hormone pills before surgery may improve breast cancer outcomes
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether giving 6 months of hormone therapy before surgery helps remove all cancer cells in women with early-stage, estrogen-positive breast cancer. It involves 8 postmenopausal women with low-risk, node-negative tumors. The goal is to see if this approach leads t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Irada Ibrahim-zada • 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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New drug combo aims to extend life in advanced lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tests whether a new drug combination (MK-7684A) plus chemoradiotherapy helps people with stage III non-small cell lung cancer live longer than the current standard treatment. About 611 participants will receive either the new combo or durvalumab. The study is a…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Chemo-Free hope: pill combo aims to shrink HER2+ breast tumors
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial is testing whether a combination of palbociclib (a targeted pill), hormone therapy, and HER2-targeted drugs can shrink early-stage breast tumors as effectively as standard chemotherapy before surgery. Postmenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive, HER2-p…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a drug duo outsmart EGFR-Mutant lung cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis trial investigates whether combining two targeted drugs—erlotinib and bevacizumab—can help people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has specific EGFR mutations. The goal is to see if the combination extends the time before the cancer grows or spreads. Participant…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a targeted drug tame HER2-Mutant lung cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial investigates whether afatinib, an oral targeted therapy, can control advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that carries a specific HER2 exon 20 mutation. Participants have already received prior chemotherapy and have stage IIIB or IV disease. The study me…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may predict which lung cancer drug works best
Disease control CompletedThis trial is testing whether a blood test called VeriStrat can help choose between two drugs for people with advanced squamous non-small cell lung cancer that has progressed after initial chemotherapy. Participants are grouped by their VeriStrat result (good or poor) and then ra…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a drug duo outsmart advanced breast cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis trial is testing whether combining palbociclib and fulvestrant can help postmenopausal women with a specific type of advanced breast cancer (ER+/HER2-) that has stopped responding to prior treatments. The study aims to see how long the cancer stays under control and to look …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an immune booster make standard lung cancer treatment more effective?
Disease control CompletedThis trial is investigating whether adding the immunotherapy drug nivolumab to the usual chemotherapy and radiation can improve outcomes for people with stage III non-small cell lung cancer. The study will measure how well the combination works and how tolerable the side effects …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can immunotherapy extend remission in Limited-Stage lung cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis trial is investigating whether adding two immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and ipilimumab, after standard chemotherapy and radiation can help people with limited-stage small cell lung cancer. Even though initial treatment often works well, the cancer frequently returns within …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an immunotherapy drug outperform chemotherapy for mesothelioma?
Disease control CompletedThis trial compares two treatments for people with advanced malignant pleural mesothelioma, a cancer of the lining of the lungs, that has progressed after initial chemotherapy. Half of the participants receive pembrolizumab, an immunotherapy that helps the immune system fight can…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy for lung cancer passes first safety test
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested the drug everolimus (RAD001) alongside radiation therapy in 26 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that could not be surgically removed. The goal was to find a safe dose and check for side effects. Participants received everolimus weekly …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Personalized chemo: could tumor DNA hold the key to better breast cancer treatment?
Disease control CompletedThis trial is testing whether choosing chemotherapy based on the genetic profile of a patient's breast tumor can improve treatment response compared to standard chemotherapy. Women with HER2-negative breast cancer that is not eligible for conservative surgery will be randomly ass…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an immune booster before surgery beat lung cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis trial is testing whether giving the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab before surgery can help people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer. The study includes adults with stage IB to IIIA (non-N2) disease who are eligible for surgery. Participants receive one dose of ate…
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 a sedative help rebuilt tissue survive after cancer surgery?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests whether giving the sedative dexmedetomidine during and after reconstructive microsurgery can help transplanted tissue (flaps) survive better in cancer patients. The study will compare flap health at 48 hours after surgery in patients receiving dexmedetomidine ver…
Sponsor: Dharmais National Cancer Center Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for hard-to-treat lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug combination for people with a specific type of advanced lung cancer (EGFR-mutant non-small cell) that had stopped responding to standard targeted pills. The trial enrolled 95 adults and gave them two different combinations of immunotherapy (atezolizum…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One and done? new study tests single-dose radiation boost for breast cancer
Disease control CompletedThis completed phase 3 trial tested whether a single, high-dose radiation boost (6 Gy in one session) is as good as the standard 5-session boost (10 Gy total) after whole-breast radiation in 132 breast cancer patients who had breast-conserving surgery. The main goal was to see if…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Cancer Research Antwerp • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 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 therapy shows promise for rare lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab to standard treatment (bevacizumab plus chemotherapy) helps people with advanced malignant pleural mesothelioma live longer. The trial involved 400 adults whose cancer could not be removed by surgery. Researcher…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: ETOP IBCSG Partners Foundation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an immunotherapy cocktail shrink inoperable lung tumors?
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial is testing whether adding the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab to standard chemotherapy and radiation can help people with stage III non-small cell lung cancer that cannot be surgically removed. About 50 participants will receive the combination treatment, and …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fundación GECP • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Head-to-Head: which chemo works better for HER2-Negative breast cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis trial compares two chemotherapy drugs—cabazitaxel given every three weeks versus paclitaxel given weekly—as a first treatment for HER2-negative metastatic breast cancer. About 90 to 160 participants receive 18 weeks of one of the two drugs. The main goal is to see which drug…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could just 5 radiation sessions be as good as 15 for breast cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests whether an accelerated radiation schedule of 5 sessions over 10-12 days works as well as the standard 15-session schedule for women who have had breast-conserving surgery for breast cancer. The study measures breast shape changes two years after treatment. If the…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could adding chemo help older breast cancer patients live longer? a major trial investigates.
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial compares two treatment approaches for women aged 70 and older with estrogen-receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer. Participants receive either hormone therapy alone for five years or chemotherapy followed by hormone therapy. The study aims to see if ad…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Radiation and immunotherapy join forces against early lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis trial investigates whether combining stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT), a precise form of radiation, with the immunotherapy drug nivolumab is safe and tolerable for people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer. Participants receive SBRT followed by nivolumab infusi…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Daily custom radiation plans could cut breast cancer treatment delays
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests a new way to deliver radiation after breast cancer surgery. Instead of using a single treatment plan for the whole course, the Ethos system creates a new plan each day based on the patient's current anatomy. The goal is to avoid delays caused by changes in breast…
Sponsor: Amsterdam UMC, location VUmc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New imaging tool aims to cut repeat surgeries in breast cancer
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests a device called SELENE that gives surgeons a detailed view of the tissue removed during breast-conserving surgery. The goal is to see if using this imaging helps surgeons remove all cancer cells the first time, reducing the chance that a patient needs another ope…
Sponsor: Perimeter Medical Imaging • 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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Immunotherapy combo targets rare, aggressive lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis trial investigates whether adding the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab (Tecentriq) to standard chemotherapy (carboplatin and etoposide) helps people with a rare and aggressive lung cancer called large cell neuroendocrine carcinoma (LCNEC). The study enrolls adults with advanc…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Oncology Center of Biochemical Education And Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an arthritis drug help fight lung cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tests whether adding canakinumab, an anti-inflammatory drug, to standard chemoradiation and immunotherapy (durvalumab) helps control locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer. About 41 participants will receive the combination to see if it improves progressi…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Personalized vaccine plus immunotherapy shows promise for tough lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding a personalized dendritic cell vaccine to the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab could help people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer stay stable longer after initial chemotherapy. Twenty participants received standard chemo plus atezolizumab…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Instituto Oncológico Dr Rosell • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could an ancient herb keep breast cancer at bay?
Disease control CompletedThis study follows 66 women with stage II/III breast cancer who received a natural supplement called PG2 (from astragalus root) alongside their standard chemotherapy. Researchers want to see if PG2 helps delay cancer recurrence or spread, and whether it improves survival. The goa…
Sponsor: Kun-Ming Rau • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 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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Double-Drug attack on tough lung cancer mutation
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether combining two targeted drugs, avutometinib and adagrasib, can shrink tumors in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific genetic change called KRAS G12C. Participants must have already tried a KRAS G12C inhibitor and seen their c…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Verastem, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lighter suction after lung surgery may speed recovery
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests whether a gentler suction level (-2 cmH2O) on chest tubes after keyhole lung cancer surgery works as well as the standard stronger suction (-10 cmH2O). The goal is to see which setting allows tubes to be removed sooner and causes fewer complications. About 230 ad…
Sponsor: Rigshospitalet, Denmark • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cuts chemotherapy side effect by over 60% in breast cancer patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether Naderin, an immune-boosting drug, could prevent low white blood cell counts in 79 women with breast cancer receiving first-line chemotherapy. Participants either received Naderin alongside chemotherapy or chemotherapy alone. The results showed that only …
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: MIPO Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Old chemo drug gets new partner in fight against lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase II trial tests whether a low-dose, frequent schedule of the chemotherapy drug vinorelbine, taken orally, can boost the effects of the immunotherapy atezolizumab in people with stage IV non-small cell lung cancer. The study enrolls adults whose cancer has progressed aft…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug naderin may help patients fight infections during cancer and TB therapy
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding Naderin (sodium nucleinate) to standard treatment could reduce complications in 75 patients with cancer, tuberculosis, or hepatitis C. The main group received Naderin plus standard therapy, while the control group received standard therapy alone. …
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: MIPO Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could an alcoholism drug plus copper fight breast cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 2 trial tested whether disulfiram (Antabuse), a drug used for alcoholism, combined with copper supplements could help people with metastatic breast cancer who had run out of standard options. Only 9 patients took part, and researchers measured tumor response and surviv…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: The Institute of Molecular and Translational Medicine, Czech Republic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can exercise tweak tumor biology? new trial tests aerobic vs. resistance training in breast cancer
Disease control CompletedThis trial investigates whether structured exercise—either aerobic cycling or resistance training—can improve health-related biomarkers in women with breast cancer undergoing neoadjuvant therapy (chemotherapy or endocrine therapy before surgery). The main focus is on changes in K…
Sponsor: Fundacao Champalimaud • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 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 cocktail of immune drugs shows promise in lung cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 study tested three different drug combinations in 151 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that had not been treated before. The drugs help the immune system attack cancer cells. Researchers measured how many patients' tumors shrank or stopped growing, and…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Arcus Biosciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Simple surgical padding may cut painful fluid collections after mastectomy
Disease control CompletedThis trial compares a standard mastectomy closure to a technique that adds padding stitches between the skin and chest muscle, aiming to reduce lymphoceles (painful fluid pockets). About 90 women with breast cancer undergoing mastectomy will be randomly assigned to one of the two…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Blood test may shield cancer Patients' hearts from chemo damage
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether using a blood test (NTproBNP) to guide heart-protecting medications can safely prevent heart damage in people with breast cancer or lymphoma receiving anthracycline chemotherapy. About 108 adults participated, and researchers measured how many joined,…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Math models may tame chemo side effects in breast cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested whether using mathematical models to schedule chemotherapy drugs docetaxel and epirubicin could reduce severe side effects in 17 patients with metastatic breast cancer. The goal was to find the safest dose and schedule while still giving six cycles o…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Immunotherapy before lung surgery shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested giving immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab alone or with relatlimab) for four weeks before surgery in 90 people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer. The goal was to see if this approach is feasible and helps shrink tumors before removal. Results help determin…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Essen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New pill shows promise against tough lung cancer in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an oral drug called PLB1001 in 145 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer whose tumors have a specific genetic change (c-Met dysregulation). The main goal was to see how many patients' tumors shrank or disappeared. The drug is taken twice daily and aims…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Beijing Pearl Biotechnology Limited Liability Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Morning vs. afternoon chemo: which is better for lung cancer?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether giving immunochemotherapy in the morning or afternoon affects how long people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer live without their disease getting worse. 210 patients were randomly assigned to receive treatment before or after 3 PM. The goal is…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Hunan Province Tumor Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New lung cancer pill shows promise in Head-to-Head trial
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 study tested alectinib against crizotinib in 303 people with advanced ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer who had not received prior treatment. Participants took one of the two drugs twice daily until their cancer worsened or side effects became too severe. The m…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New pill combo shows promise against resistant lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether combining two targeted drugs, savolitinib and osimertinib, works better than standard chemotherapy for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific genetic change (MET amplification) and has stopped responding to initial treatment.…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Hutchison Medipharma Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New needle technique may spare breast cancer patients from surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a special needle device (vacuum-assisted biopsy) can completely remove small breast cancers using ultrasound guidance, instead of traditional surgery. 45 women with small, early-stage breast cancers participated. The goal was to see if this less invas…
Sponsor: Radboud University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New antibody-chemo combo shows promise against tough breast cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called nadunolimab, which blocks a protein that helps cancer grow, combined with standard chemotherapy for people with advanced triple-negative breast cancer. The trial had two parts: first to find a safe dose, then to see if the combination shrinks t…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Cantargia AB • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New pill combo aims to prevent return of early breast cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether taking oral chemotherapy pills (vinorelbine or capecitabine) along with the targeted drug trastuzumab can help prevent breast cancer from coming back in women with small, HER2-positive tumors that have not spread to lymph nodes. The 182 participants took…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Fudan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New combo approach for breast cancer: reconstruction and radiation together
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 study looked at women with invasive breast cancer who had a mastectomy with immediate prosthetic breast reconstruction, followed by TomoTherapy (a type of radiation) with or without chemotherapy. The goal was to see how often the reconstruction was successful. 66 pat…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New drug combo aims to boost survival in advanced lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether adding plinabulin to the chemotherapy drug docetaxel helps people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer live longer. 559 participants who had already tried one or two prior treatments received either the combination or docetaxel alone. The stu…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: BeyondSpring Pharmaceuticals Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New program aims to help black breast cancer survivors shed weight and stress
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested a 4-month program that combines weight loss strategies with stress management techniques for Black breast cancer survivors who have obesity and high stress. The program is based on the Diabetes Prevention Program and includes 16 sessions. Researchers measu…
Sponsor: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Lung cancer combo shows promise in Second-Line trial
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 study tested whether adding the targeted drug erlotinib to standard chemotherapy (docetaxel) works better than chemotherapy alone for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer whose first treatment stopped working. 156 participants were randomly assigned to one…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 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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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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New drug cocktail shows promise for Hard-to-Treat lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a combination of chemotherapy (carboplatin or cisplatin plus pemetrexed) and immunotherapy (atezolizumab, with or without bevacizumab) in 150 people with advanced non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer that has EGFR, ALK, or ROS1 mutations and has progr…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Lung cancer treatment in hours, not weeks: new One-Day radiation trial shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new way to deliver high-dose radiation to small lung tumors in just one day, instead of the usual two to three weeks. Ten patients with early-stage lung cancer or limited lung metastases received a single session of stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) using …
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Lung cancer patients get new hope from Drug-Radiation combo
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested a combination of FLT3 ligand immunotherapy (CDX-301) and stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) in 33 adults with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that had worsened after standard treatments. The goal was to see if this approach could slow cancer growt…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Gene-Tailored therapy shows promise for advanced lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether customizing chemotherapy based on specific gene mutations (EGFR and BRCA1) could improve outcomes for 153 patients with advanced lung adenocarcinoma. Participants received treatments matched to their tumor's genetic profile. The goal was to see if this p…
Sponsor: Spanish Lung Cancer Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Gene therapy cocktail shows promise for tough mesothelioma
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested a new approach for malignant pleural mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive cancer of the lung lining. Researchers gave 53 patients a gene therapy (rAd-IFN) injected into the chest cavity, along with the drugs celecoxib and gemcitabine. The goal was to see …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Ferring Ventures Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise in controlling advanced lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested whether combining the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab with standard palliative radiation is safe for people with advanced lung cancer. Twenty-four participants received different doses of pembrolizumab alongside radiation, then continued pembrolizum…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Immunotherapy duo shows promise against tough cancers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (eftilagimod alpha and pembrolizumab) in 187 people with advanced lung cancer or head/neck cancer that had not been treated or had stopped responding to prior therapy. The goal was to see if the combination could shrink t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Immutep S.A.S. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New Triple-Drug cocktail shows promise for tough breast cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug atezolizumab to standard chemotherapy (bevacizumab and paclitaxel) helps people with a certain type of advanced breast cancer (HR-positive, HER2-negative). The trial enrolled 281 participants whose cancer had spread or could…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New hope for lung cancer patients: experimental drug shrinks tumors after other treatments fail
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called AZD9291 in 603 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer whose tumors had started growing again after previous targeted therapy. The main goals were to find the safest and most effective dose, measure how the drug moves through the body, …
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Immunotherapy combo shows promise in tough breast cancer
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tested whether adding the immunotherapy drug toripalimab to standard chemotherapy (nab-paclitaxel) helps people with metastatic or recurrent triple-negative breast cancer live longer without their cancer growing. The study included 531 participants and compared…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Shanghai Junshi Bioscience Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Lung cancer drug cocktail aims to extend life
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 3 trial tested whether adding custirsen to the chemotherapy drug docetaxel helps people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer live longer. The study involved 664 patients who had already tried one platinum-based treatment. Researchers compared survival between those…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Achieve Life Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to keep early lung cancer from returning
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether giving the drug durvalumab after precise radiation therapy (SBRT) helps people with early-stage lung cancer stay cancer-free longer. About 106 patients with stage I non-small cell lung cancer who could not have surgery or chose not to were randomly assig…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Vastra Gotaland Region • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Nipple-Sparing mastectomy shows promise in breast cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a type of breast cancer surgery called nipple-sparing mastectomy, where the breast tissue is removed but the nipple and skin are kept. It involved 450 women with early-stage breast cancer who needed a full mastectomy. The goal was to see if this surgery keeps th…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Can a drug shrink precancerous breast cells before surgery?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a drug called ruxolitinib can reduce abnormal breast cells in people with high-risk or precancerous breast conditions like DCIS or atypical hyperplasia. Half of the 84 participants took ruxolitinib for about 15 days before surgery, and the other half too…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Julie Nangia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Promising combo tackles Hard-to-Treat breast cancer
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a combination of two drugs—copanlisib and trastuzumab—in 26 women with advanced HER2-positive breast cancer that had worsened after prior treatment. The goal was to find the safest dose and see if the combination could shrink tumors or slow disease p…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Cancer Trials Ireland • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Pedometer program aims to cut hospital stays for cancer patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether tracking daily steps with a simple pedometer could help identify cancer patients at high risk of being hospitalized during chemoradiotherapy. 40 adults with head and neck, lung, esophageal, or stomach cancer wore a pedometer and received extra support li…
Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New hope for advanced lung cancer: durvalumab shows promise in trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested the drug durvalumab in 446 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer who had already tried at least two prior treatments. The goal was to see if the drug could shrink tumors or slow the disease. Participants received infusions every two weeks for up to 12 …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New combo therapy shows promise for tough lung cancer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a combination of an immune-boosting drug (durvalumab) and a precise, high-dose radiation treatment (SBRT) for people with stage III lung cancer that hadn't spread. The goal was to see if adding SBRT after standard chemoradiation could help control the cancer lon…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Brown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Targeted pill shows promise for rare lung cancer mutation in chinese patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an oral targeted drug called capmatinib in 36 Chinese adults with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific MET gene mutation (exon 14 skipping). The drug aims to block faulty signals that help cancer grow. Researchers measured how many patients' t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Breakthrough fertility method may keep estrogen low during cancer treatment
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new ovarian stimulation protocol using degarelix (a drug typically used for prostate cancer) to help breast cancer patients preserve their fertility before chemotherapy. The goal was to keep estrogen levels low while still collecting enough eggs for freezing. …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New drug shows promise in shrinking breast cancer tumors before surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called giredestrant against the standard drug tamoxifen in 92 premenopausal women with a common type of early breast cancer. Participants took the medication for 15 days before their planned surgery. The goal was to see how well each drug slowed tumor…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: MedSIR • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Immunotherapy before lung cancer surgery shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab in 35 people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer. Participants received the drug before and after surgery to see if it could help the immune system attack cancer cells. The main goal was to check if surgery could stil…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Neal Ready MD PhD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New combo chemo regimen shows promise in early cancer trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested a combination of two chemotherapy drugs—weekly paclitaxel given through a vein and daily oral cyclophosphamide—in 28 adults with advanced cancer who had no other treatment options. The goal was to find the safest dose of paclitaxel when used with a f…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat breast cancer mutation
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase trial tested a new drug, ipatasertib, added to two existing breast cancer medicines (trastuzumab and pertuzumab) in 17 people with advanced HER2-positive breast cancer that has a specific genetic change (PIK3CA mutation). The main goal was to find the safest dose…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: SOLTI Breast Cancer Research Group • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Custom RNA vaccines take on aggressive breast cancer in first human test
Disease control CompletedThis first-in-human trial tested personalized RNA vaccines designed to target each patient's unique tumor mutations in triple negative breast cancer (TNBC). 42 participants received two custom-made vaccines to stimulate their immune system. The main goal was to check safety and t…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: BioNTech SE • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Personalized vitamin d dosing may beat standard approach in breast cancer patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether giving vitamin D based on a patient's deficiency level works better than a standard dose. 215 breast cancer patients on chemotherapy received either a fixed daily supplement or a tailored dose. The goal was to see which method normalizes vitamin D levels…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Institut du Cancer de Montpellier - Val d'Aurelle • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New mammogram technique could spare thousands from unneeded breast biopsies
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tests whether contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM) can safely reduce the number of breast biopsies for women with breast findings that are suspicious but not highly suspicious (BI-RADS 4A or 4B). About 2,100 women scheduled for a biopsy will first get a CEM. The goal is…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Margarita Louise Zuley • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI could spot breast cancer risk better than current methods
Diagnosis CompletedThis study is testing whether an artificial intelligence program called Mirai can better identify women at high risk for breast cancer compared to traditional risk models. Researchers will invite 200 women flagged as high-risk by Mirai to receive an additional breast MRI. The goa…
Sponsor: University of Massachusetts, Worcester • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A single blood draw to detect five cancers before symptoms appear?
Diagnosis CompletedThis trial tests a blood-based test designed to detect multiple cancers early in people aged 40 to 74 who have no cancer symptoms. The study will enroll about 2,500 participants and will check how well the test identifies lung, colorectal, liver, gastric, and esophageal cancers. …
Sponsor: Shanghai Weihe Medical Laboratory Co., Ltd. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New PET scan trick may spot fake tumor growth in immunotherapy patients
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether a special PET scan (18FDG dual-point) can tell the difference between real tumor growth and harmless inflammation caused by immunotherapy. Researchers studied 100 people with advanced lung cancer or melanoma who were being treated with drugs like nivo…
Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 06, 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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Fat mapping MRI could spot breast cancer years earlier
Diagnosis CompletedResearchers are testing whether a standard MRI scanner can be used to create detailed 3D maps of fat molecules in the breast. The idea is that changes in fat composition may appear before cancer develops, so this could help detect very early breast cancers. The study will compare…
Sponsor: University of Aberdeen • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a bronchial wash detect lung cancer mutations faster?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study investigates whether a liquid biopsy taken from the airways during a bronchoscopy can help diagnose lung cancer and identify genetic mutations. The approach aims to be less invasive and faster than traditional tissue biopsies. Researchers will compare the accuracy of t…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scan could spot breast cancer protein without needle
Diagnosis CompletedThis completed study tested a new radioactive imaging agent called 99mTc-ADAPT6 to see if it can detect HER2 protein in breast cancer tumors using SPECT scans. Sixteen women with primary breast cancer received a single injection, followed by scans over six hours. The goal was to …
Sponsor: Tomsk National Research Medical Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Radioactive tracer could reveal breast Cancer's HER2 status without a needle
Diagnosis CompletedThis completed Phase 1 trial tested a new radioactive tracer called 99mTc-HE3-G3 to see if it can safely and accurately detect HER2 protein in breast cancer tumors using SPECT imaging. Thirty adults with primary breast cancer received one injection of the tracer, followed by scan…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Tomsk National Research Medical Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New scan could spot breast cancer markers without a needle
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new imaging agent called 99mTc-ADAPT6 in 30 women with breast cancer that had spread to lymph nodes. The agent is designed to attach to HER2 proteins on cancer cells, allowing doctors to see them on a SPECT scan. The goal was to see if the scan results matched…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Tomsk National Research Medical Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Gene test may help breast cancer patients avoid major surgery
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a gene test called MammaPrint can help doctors decide which breast cancer patients need chemotherapy before surgery. The goal is to shrink tumors enough so that patients can have less invasive surgery, like a lumpectomy instead of a mastectomy. The study…
Sponsor: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New radioactive tracer could spot hidden HER2 cancers
Diagnosis CompletedThis pilot study tested a new radioactive tracer called 89Zr-DFO*-trastuzumab in 6 people with HER2-positive breast or gastric cancer. The tracer is designed to attach to HER2 proteins on cancer cells and show up on PET scans. Participants received one injection and had up to 4 P…
Sponsor: Amsterdam UMC, location VUmc • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Simple spit test could spot cancer before symptoms appear
Diagnosis CompletedThis study aimed to create easy, non-invasive tests using blood and saliva to find markers of certain cancers, like breast and lung cancer. Researchers worked with 250 adults who had these cancers but hadn't started treatment yet. The goal was to improve early detection and monit…
Sponsor: ASL Lecce • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Glow-in-the-Dark dye helps surgeons spot hidden lung cancer
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a special fluorescent dye called VGT-309 that makes lung cancer cells glow during surgery. About 89 people with known or suspected lung cancer received the dye before their operation. The goal was to see if the dye helps surgeons find tumors that are hard to see…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Vergent Bioscience, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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No-Needle cancer test: ultrasound reads tumor type
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new way to tell breast cancer types apart using a special ultrasound, instead of a tissue biopsy. Researchers looked at blood vessel patterns in tumors from 94 patients and built a tool to predict whether the cancer was luminal or non-luminal. The goal is to h…
Sponsor: Anhui Provincial Cancer Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New Imaging-Guided biopsy aims to improve breast cancer detection
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether using contrast-enhanced mammography to guide breast biopsies is more accurate than the standard X-ray-guided method for suspicious calcifications. About 184 women with suspicious calcifications (BIRADS R3-R5) were randomly assigned to one of the two biop…
Sponsor: Azienda USL Reggio Emilia - IRCCS • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Electric probe could help doctors spot lung cancer in real time
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new smart probe that uses electrical signals to tell the difference between healthy lung tissue and tumors during a biopsy. 30 adults with lung lesions took part. The goal was to see if the probe could help doctors make more accurate diagnoses during the proce…
Sponsor: Sensome • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can a simple CT scan catch lung cancer early in HIV smokers?
Diagnosis CompletedThis pilot study tested whether low-dose CT scans can help find lung cancer early in HIV-positive people who are heavy smokers. Researchers scanned 450 participants to see how many had lung cancer and what types were found. The goal was to learn if this screening method is useful…
Sponsor: ANRS, Emerging Infectious Diseases • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Glowing dye could help surgeons see hidden breast cancer
Diagnosis CompletedThis completed study tested a special dye called TTP-ICG that sticks to breast cancer cells. After removing tissue, doctors soaked it in the dye and used a special camera to see if cancer cells were left at the edges or in lymph nodes. The goal was to help surgeons know right awa…
Sponsor: Yunnan Cancer Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Pocket-Sized ultrasound could speed up breast cancer detection
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether a small, portable ultrasound device can accurately tell the difference between benign (non-cancerous) and malignant (cancerous) breast lumps in women who had a positive clinical breast exam. Researchers tested the device on 150 women, using standard i…
Sponsor: International Agency for Research on Cancer • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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AI takes on mammograms: 100,000 women test smarter screening
Diagnosis CompletedThis large study tested whether artificial intelligence (AI) can make mammography screening better. Over 100,000 women were randomly assigned to have their mammograms read with AI assistance or by the usual two radiologists. The goal was to see if AI could catch more cancers, red…
Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New Ultrasound-Based method could improve breast cancer diagnosis
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new, noninvasive method called SAVE to help classify breast masses as benign or malignant. Researchers at Mayo Clinic enrolled 266 women with breast lesions to see how well the SAVE method could tell cancerous from non-cancerous masses. The goal is to provide …
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Can a special PET scan outperform MRI for spotting brain tumors?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a special PET scan (called 18F-DOPA PET-CT) can find brain metastases as well as or better than standard MRI in people with lung cancer, breast cancer, or melanoma. 32 adults with untreated brain metastases took part. The goal was to see if this PET meth…
Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Online tool aims to catch lung cancer earlier
Diagnosis CompletedThis completed study tested a tool called MyLungHealth, delivered through a patient portal, to help more people get screened for lung cancer. Over 31,000 participants aged 50-79 with a smoking history were involved. The tool aimed to identify who was eligible for screening and en…
Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Blood test may replace painful lung biopsies for some cancer patients
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a blood test can detect ALK gene rearrangements in lung cancer patients, which currently requires an invasive tumor biopsy. Researchers analyzed circulating tumor cells from blood samples of 206 patients with advanced lung cancer. The goal was to see if …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Can a simple blood test catch lung cancer earlier in smokers with COPD?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether a blood test for circulating tumor cells (CTCs) can help detect lung cancer earlier in people at very high risk: smokers and ex-smokers with COPD. Researchers combined this blood test with low-dose CT scans over three yearly screenings in 683 particip…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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AI matches doctors in reading mammograms for breast cancer
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested an artificial intelligence (AI) tool called Carebot AI MMG to see how well it can find breast lesions and measure breast density from mammograms. Researchers compared the AI's accuracy to that of human doctors using 122 mammogram studies. The goal was to see if …
Sponsor: Carebot s.r.o. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Can an Anti-Fibrotic drug shield lungs from radiation after immunotherapy?
Prevention CompletedResearchers are testing whether pirfenidone, a drug that reduces inflammation and scarring, can prevent radiation pneumonitis in people with advanced lung cancer. Participants have already received immune checkpoint inhibitors and need chest radiation. The trial gives pirfenidone…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hubei Cancer Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can instagram posts change how women think about breast cancer screening?
Prevention CompletedResearchers are testing three ways to deliver the same breast cancer and early-detection education to adult women: a private Instagram account, a dedicated website, and an electronic brochure sent through WhatsApp. A fourth group receives no education. The study measures whether …
Sponsor: Gümüşhane Universıty • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an Immune-Boosting drug stop lung cancer from returning?
Prevention CompletedThis phase III trial tests whether the immunotherapy drug durvalumab (MEDI4736) can prevent non-small cell lung cancer from returning after patients have surgery and possibly chemotherapy. Participants have completely resected stage IB, II, or IIIA lung cancer and are randomly as…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Canadian Cancer Trials Group • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Hormone-Binding protein predict breast cancer risk? trial tests tamoxifen and fasting
Prevention CompletedResearchers are testing whether low-dose tamoxifen or a 5:2 intermittent fasting diet can raise levels of a protein called sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) in women at high risk of breast cancer. Higher SHBG levels have been linked to lower breast cancer risk. The trial enroll…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: European Institute of Oncology • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fellow veterans may hold the key to earlier lung cancer detection
Prevention CompletedThis pilot study tests a peer-led program designed to help Black Veterans at high risk for lung cancer get screened. Veterans who have not yet had lung cancer screening will receive group orientations and one-on-one support from a peer to navigate the process. The study aims to s…
Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Alzheimer's drug may stop chronic pain after breast surgery
Prevention CompletedThis trial tests whether memantine, a drug used for Alzheimer's disease, can prevent the chronic nerve pain that sometimes develops after breast cancer surgery. Half of the participants receive memantine for four weeks, starting two weeks before their operation, while the other h…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Texts and EHR nudges aim to close the breast cancer screening gap
Prevention CompletedThis study tests whether simple nudges—like text message reminders for patients and automatic mammogram orders for doctors—can increase breast cancer screening among women aged 40 to 74 who are overdue for a mammogram. The trial involves over 21,000 women at two health systems. S…
Sponsor: Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 08, 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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Ice plant cream may shield cancer patients from chemo side effect
Prevention CompletedThis small pilot study tested whether an ice plant cream could prevent hand-foot syndrome (pain, redness, peeling on hands and feet) in 15 breast cancer patients receiving doxorubicin or docetaxel chemotherapy. The main goal was to see if a larger study is possible, not to prove …
Sponsor: University Hospital Tuebingen • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Simple stretches and massages may stop chronic pain after breast cancer surgery
Prevention CompletedThis study looked at whether teaching women simple self-massage and stretching exercises before and after breast cancer surgery could prevent long-term pain. 143 women took part. Half received standard care, and the other half also attended workshops to learn these techniques and…
Sponsor: Center Eugene Marquis • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Smaller chest drain may speed recovery after lung cancer surgery
Symptom relief CompletedResearchers compare two chest drain sizes, 20-Fr and 24-Fr, in people having part of a lung removed for early-stage lung cancer. After surgery, each participant receives one of the two drains to clear fluid and air from the chest. The trial tracks complications such as collapsed …
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Campus Bio-Medico • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a mindfulness program boost Self-Compassion in breast cancer survivors?
Symptom relief CompletedResearchers are testing an 8-session mindfulness-based self-compassion program for women diagnosed with breast cancer. The program combines meditation, yoga, and homework to help participants focus on the present moment. The trial measures changes in self-esteem and spiritual wel…
Sponsor: Nevsehir Haci Bektas Veli University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual reality vs. relaxing videos: a new weapon against chemo side effects?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether immersive virtual reality or relaxing nature videos can reduce symptom severity, distress, and improve quality of life in people with lung cancer who are starting chemotherapy. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: virtual reality…
Sponsor: Hacettepe University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a 10-Week lifestyle program boost fitness after cancer?
Symptom relief CompletedResearchers test a 10-week lifestyle program for people who have finished cancer treatment. The program combines structured exercise, nutrition counseling, and behavioral therapy. They compare it with a waitlist group to see how it affects cardiorespiratory fitness and body weigh…
Sponsor: Pennington Biomedical Research Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a structured exercise plan speed recovery after lung cancer surgery?
Symptom relief CompletedResearchers test a guided exercise program for people aged 60 and older recovering from lung cancer surgery. The program combines breathing exercises, shoulder training, and strength work, taught through videos and a manual. The trial measures how far participants can walk in six…
Sponsor: Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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500 breast cancer patients monitored for radiation side effects
Symptom relief CompletedThis study follows 500 breast cancer patients who receive targeted radiation therapy after surgery to remove their tumor. The goal is to track side effects and quality of life over time. Researchers want to understand how well patients tolerate this treatment and how it affects t…
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple numbing shot stop chronic pain after breast cancer surgery?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether giving a specific type of numbing medicine (called PECS) during mastectomy surgery can lower the chance of having chronic pain 6 months later. It included 194 women having a breast removed, with or without lymph node removal or reconstruction. The goa…
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which nerve block wins for lung surgery pain?
Symptom relief CompletedResearchers compare two ultrasound-guided nerve blocks to see which one better controls pain after video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), a minimally invasive lung operation. The trial enrolls 46 adults scheduled for VATS. Participants receive either a serratus posterior su…
Sponsor: Medipol University • 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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Can a simple activity plan beat Post-Surgery fatigue in breast cancer?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether an 8-week behavioral activation program can reduce cancer-related fatigue in women who have had surgery for stage I-III breast cancer. Participants are randomly assigned to receive the program plus usual care, or usual care alone. The study measures fatig…
Sponsor: Huaidong Cheng • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Two nerve blocks go head to head for mastectomy pain relief
Symptom relief CompletedResearchers compare two ultrasound-guided nerve block techniques to see which controls pain better after modified radical mastectomy, a common breast cancer operation. The study enrolls 86 adults scheduled for the surgery. One group receives an erector spinae plane block, the oth…
Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Exercise from home may ease chemotherapy nerve damage in breast cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a web-based exercise program could reduce nerve pain and improve quality of life in breast cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. 90 patients with stage II-III breast cancer and neuropathy symptoms took part. The program was guided by a physiotherapist …
Sponsor: Bilecik Seyh Edebali Universitesi • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nerve block before mastectomy: can it cut opioid use and lasting pain?
Symptom relief CompletedResearchers are testing whether an ultrasound-guided paravertebral nerve block, given before general anesthesia, reduces the amount of opioid painkiller needed during a mastectomy. The study enrolls 40 women with breast cancer who are scheduled for unilateral mastectomy, with or …
Sponsor: University Tunis El Manar • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can TENS, compression, or cold therapy stop chemo nerve pain?
Symptom relief CompletedResearchers are testing three non-drug approaches for nerve pain caused by paclitaxel, a common chemotherapy for breast cancer. The trial enrolls 140 women receiving weekly paclitaxel who develop mild nerve symptoms. Participants are assigned to TENS, compression, cryotherapy, or…
Sponsor: Cumhuriyet University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New app aims to ease cancer Survivors' pain without pills
Symptom relief CompletedThis study is testing a mobile health app designed to help cancer survivors manage pain and other symptoms after treatment. Twenty-five survivors who have finished cancer treatment but still have pain will use the app for one week, receiving helpful messages and completing daily …
Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Get up and eat! new study says early activity after lung surgery speeds recovery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new care plan that gets people eating and moving sooner after lung surgery. 232 adults took part. The goal was to see if this approach, based on the ERAS protocol, improves recovery quality, reduces complications, and shortens hospital stays compared to standa…
Sponsor: Jianxing He • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple exercises may ease shoulder pain after breast cancer surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether a program of specific shoulder exercises can improve muscle function and reduce pain in women who have had a mastectomy. Sixty women aged 35-55 with shoulder problems will be enrolled. The exercises focus on strengthening and stabilizing the shoulder blad…
Sponsor: Ahram Canadian University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New toolkit aims to boost recovery for older cancer surgery patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests a pre-surgical toolkit (OPTI-Surg) designed to help older cancer patients recover more quickly after major surgery. The toolkit provides recommendations before surgery to improve physical function and reduce complications. About 325 participants with various canc…
Sponsor: Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 12, 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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Which pain block works better for breast surgery?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial compares two ultrasound-guided pain relief techniques for women undergoing breast-conserving surgery for cancer: a serratus anterior plane block and a thoracic epidural. Both use the local anesthetic bupivacaine to numb nerves and reduce post-operative pain. The study …
Sponsor: Beni-Suef University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which nerve block best cuts opioid use after mastectomy?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested three different nerve block methods to manage pain after a double mastectomy with immediate reconstruction. Over 1,500 women received either a paravertebral block, a serratus+PECS-1 block, or a combination. The goal was to see which approach reduces the need for…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can one pill before breast surgery cut the need for morphine?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether a single 600 mg dose of gabapentin, taken one hour before breast cancer surgery, reduces the amount of morphine needed for pain afterward. Sixty women scheduled for elective breast surgery will be randomly assigned to receive either gabapentin or a placeb…
Sponsor: Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital & Research Centre • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a deeper nerve block ease pain after breast surgery?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests two types of nerve blocks for pain after breast cancer surgery. One method targets a deeper layer of muscle, while the other combines both superficial and deep layers. The goal is to see which approach better reduces pain, cuts down on opioid use, and improves co…
Sponsor: SBU Ankara Egitim ve Arastirma Hastanesi • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could simple arm exercises improve life after breast cancer?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether a self-management program can reduce lymphedema symptoms and improve quality of life in women with breast cancer who have developed arm swelling after mastectomy. Participants will learn exercises and receive education on lymphedema care, such as skin pro…
Sponsor: Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can skipping opioids during mastectomy protect the immune system?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial compares two anesthesia approaches for women having a mastectomy for breast cancer. One group receives opioid-free anesthesia with a pectoral nerve block, while the other receives standard opioid-based anesthesia with fentanyl. Researchers measure CD4+ T-cell counts be…
Sponsor: Muhammad Fiqhi Amiruddin • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 04, 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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New pill may ease severe cancer pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested an experimental oral drug called Trichomylin® in 11 adults with advanced cancer who had moderate to severe pain despite taking strong opioids. The goal was to see if the drug is safe and can provide additional pain relief. Participants took the drug twice daily,…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: ZYUS Life Sciences Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New online tool aims to ease cancer Survivors' fear of return
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests an internet-based self-help program called eConquerFear-HK for Chinese cancer survivors who have mild to moderate fear of their cancer coming back. About 48 people who finished treatment for early-stage breast or colorectal cancer will try the program. The goal i…
Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to ease financial burden for families of young cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests a program that helps caregivers of teens and young adults (ages 15-26) with cancer find resources for financial and social needs. About 60 caregiver-patient pairs will take part. The goal is to see if this support reduces stress and improves well-being.
Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can teaching patients about immunotherapy cut severe side effects?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether a structured patient education program can lower the risk of severe immune-related side effects in people receiving immunotherapy for certain cancers, including melanoma, lung, kidney, and head and neck cancers. Participants either attend five educational…
Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 02, 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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Can painting and clay ease the toll of chemotherapy?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether art therapy can reduce physical and psychological symptoms in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy or immunotherapy. Over six treatment sessions, participants engage in artistic activities like painting, drawing, or clay work, guided by an art therapist…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier de Perigueux • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which nerve block eases breast surgery pain best?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial compares two ultrasound-guided nerve block techniques for pain relief after breast cancer surgery. It aims to see which method better controls pain, reduces opioid use, and improves recovery in women undergoing a mastectomy. Participants will receive one of the two blo…
Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New telehealth program aims to boost activity in breast cancer survivors
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests an 8-week telehealth occupational therapy program designed to help breast cancer survivors increase physical activity after breast-conserving surgery or mastectomy. The program is delivered via Zoom and focuses on each survivor's preferred activities. Researchers…
Sponsor: University of Oklahoma • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A good Night's sleep for cancer patients? video therapy put to the test
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study explores whether cancer patients are willing to complete a quick self-screening for insomnia during clinic visits, and whether a video-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT-I) could help them sleep better. The study involves adults with breast, colorectal, lung…
Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 21, 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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New hope for breast cancer survivors: trial tests vaginal treatments for hormone therapy side effects
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests four different vaginal treatments (estrogen, DHEA, estrogen with probiotics, and a moisturizer) in 160 breast cancer patients who have vaginal atrophy due to hormone therapy. The goal is to see which treatment best relieves symptoms like dryness and pain, and imp…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a breathing exercise and music tame cancer treatment fatigue?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether combining pranayama breathing exercises with music listening can help manage fatigue and improve quality of life in cancer patients receiving immunotherapy. Sixty participants are split into two groups: one receives the integrative therapy alongside their…
Sponsor: Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Family support may be key to easing lung cancer surgery stress
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether teaching family caregivers about lung cancer care—through a handbook and personalized guidance—can reduce stress and improve quality of life for patients undergoing lung cancer surgery. The trial involves 160 patients and their caregivers, with some recei…
Sponsor: Anhui Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Which palliative care approach boosts quality of life in advanced lung cancer?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looks at two ways of delivering palliative care—specialized support to ease symptoms and stress—for people recently diagnosed with advanced lung cancer. One approach starts with basic palliative care and adds more if needed, while the other provides full palliative car…
Sponsor: Massachusetts General 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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Brain training and nerve stretching could ease chemo nerve damage
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether graded motor imagery—a brain-based therapy involving left/right judgment, imagined movements, and mirror exercises—can relieve nerve pain and improve leg function in cancer patients with chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy. Half the participants wi…
Sponsor: University of Faisalabad • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nordic walking and tai chi may ease fatigue in metastatic breast cancer
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether a 12-week community program combining supervised physical exercise (Nordic walking and Tai Chi) with health education workshops can improve quality of life and reduce fatigue in women with metastatic breast cancer who are receiving active treatment. Parti…
Sponsor: University of Valencia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 11, 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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Can a smartphone app make surgeons seem more empathetic?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests a digital application designed to help surgeons explain breast cancer surgery to patients. The goal is to see if using the app during the first consultation makes patients feel their doctor is more empathetic and empowers them in decision-making. The study involv…
Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 10, 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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Can a tablet game sharpen aging minds during breast cancer treatment?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study explores whether a tablet-based cognitive stimulation program called HAPPYNeuron® is practical for breast cancer patients aged 70 and older. Cancer treatments, especially chemotherapy, can cause memory and thinking problems, and older patients may be at higher risk. Th…
Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain and body boost: could home-based cognitive and physical training ease 'chemo brain' after breast cancer?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study explores whether a 12-week program combining cognitive stimulation sessions and adapted physical activity, done at home with remote supervision, is feasible for women who have cognitive difficulties after breast cancer treatment. The study includes 20 women with locali…
Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can bright light help lung cancer patients sleep better and age slower?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether daily bright light therapy can improve sleep and reduce biological aging in people with lung cancer. Participants wear a light visor for 4 weeks and track sleep, fatigue, and stress. The study compares bright light to usual light exposure to see if it hel…
Sponsor: Henry Ford Health System • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a smartphone program ease Chemo's emotional toll?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether a nurse-led communication support program delivered via mobile health tools can improve quality of life and reduce anxiety and depression in women with early-stage breast cancer starting chemotherapy. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either t…
Sponsor: National Defense Medical Center, Taiwan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New plant-based treatment aims to fight chemo fatigue in breast cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis Phase 3 trial tested whether Nuvastatic, a plant extract, can reduce cancer-related fatigue in 180 women with breast cancer undergoing chemotherapy. Participants took Nuvastatic or a placebo three times daily for three chemo cycles. The study measured fatigue levels and qual…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Natureceuticals Sdn Bhd • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Can eye movements ease Cancer-Related distress? small study tests EMDR in breast cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether EMDR (a therapy using guided eye movements) could help reduce anxiety and depression in women with breast cancer. Fifteen women who had mastectomy for invasive breast cancer received up to 8 sessions of EMDR during their cancer treatment. The main goal w…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional Metz-Thionville • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Virtual reality may ease cancer Patients' scan anxiety
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a 20-minute virtual reality session before a planning CT scan could lower anxiety in 256 breast or pelvic cancer patients starting radiotherapy. Patients were randomly assigned to either the VR session or usual care. The goal was to see if VR could reduc…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Departemental Vendee • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could an ancient herb ease Chemo's worst side effects?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether PG2, a compound from the astragalus root, can reduce fatigue and low white blood cell counts caused by chemotherapy in women with stage II or III breast cancer. Participants receive either PG2 or a placebo alongside their standard chemotherapy. The goal i…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: PhytoHealth Corporation • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Nerve block or lidocaine drip: which eases breast cancer surgery pain better?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two ways to manage pain during breast cancer surgery: a nerve block (erector spinae plane block) and a lidocaine drip given through a vein. Researchers measured inflammation markers and pain levels in 40 women undergoing surgery. The goal was to see which meth…
Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Pump education eases chemo anxiety, study finds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether teaching cancer patients about their portable chemotherapy pump (elastomeric pump) can make them feel more comfortable and less anxious. 70 adults receiving 5-FU treatment were split into two groups: one got extra education and a booklet, the other go…
Sponsor: Biruni University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Music therapy shows promise for easing chemo brain in breast cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a 12-week music listening program could help breast cancer patients with memory and thinking problems caused by chemotherapy. 90 women took part, with half listening to self-chosen music daily for at least 20 minutes plus usual care, and the other half r…
Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital with Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Punjabi cancer patients get a custom exercise boost
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested whether a 12-week exercise program designed for Punjabi-speaking South Asian cancer patients and their support persons is practical and well-liked. Twelve participants did twice-weekly exercise sessions and filled out questionnaires. The goal was to see if…
Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New study tests Opioid-Free pain relief for breast surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a nerve block (PECS II) or local anesthesia works better for pain after breast cancer surgery, without using opioids. 124 women undergoing breast surgery were randomly assigned to receive one of the two methods. Researchers measured pain, nausea, and opi…
Sponsor: Faculdade de Ciências Médicas de Minas Gerais • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Music therapy soothes chemo anxiety in breast cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether music therapy can lower anxiety in women with early-stage breast cancer during chemotherapy. Twenty-seven patients took part, with some receiving music therapy sessions while others did not. Researchers measured anxiety levels before and after each ch…
Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Walking your way to recovery: exercise program boosts lung cancer surgery outcomes
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a personalized exercise program helps people with early-stage lung cancer or cancer that spread to the lungs recover better after surgery. 182 participants were randomly assigned to either the exercise program or usual care. The main goal was to see if t…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Swordplay for healing: fencing boosts recovery in breast cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether fencing can help women who had surgery for breast cancer. Thirty patients took fencing lessons and were checked for improvements in arm function and quality of life. The results were encouraging, suggesting fencing may be a fun way to aid recovery.
Sponsor: Hôpital NOVO • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Which drain works best after mastectomy? new study has answers
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at 157 women with breast cancer who had a mastectomy. It compared two ways to drain fluid after surgery: active drainage (using suction) and passive drainage (gravity). The goal was to see which method led to less fluid buildup (seroma), shorter drain time, and …
Sponsor: MOHAMED GAMAL AHMED ARAKEEB • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug targets wasting syndrome in cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested an investigational drug called ponsegromab in 187 adults with lung, pancreatic, or colorectal cancer who also had cachexia—a condition causing severe weight loss, loss of appetite, and fatigue. The goal was to see if ponsegromab could help patients gain weight a…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New hybrid program aims to boost body confidence in mastectomy patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a hybrid (online and in-person) group education program based on psychodynamic nursing theory for women who had a mastectomy. The goal was to see if it could improve how they value their bodies, reduce anxiety about their appearance, and enhance their sexual qua…
Sponsor: Karadeniz Technical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Can music ease anxiety for End-of-Life cancer patients?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a music therapy program called Meraki for cancer patients receiving palliative care. The goal was to see if three music sessions could improve emotional well-being, reduce anxiety and depression, and boost quality of life. Researchers enrolled 80 patients and me…
Sponsor: University of Valencia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Common vein pill may cut Post-Surgery fluid swelling in breast cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether Daflon, a medication usually used for vein problems, can reduce seroma — a common fluid buildup after breast cancer surgery. 190 patients took Daflon or a placebo for four weeks after surgery. The goal was to see if it lowers the chance of seroma forming…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Ittefaq Hospital trust • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Cancer patients boost Well-Being by tapping into personal strengths
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 3-week program that helps cancer patients identify their personal strengths (like hobbies, social support, or personal qualities) and use them to cope better. 32 adults with different cancers took part in card-sorting sessions, phone calls, and home exercises.…
Sponsor: UniDistance Suisse • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Coloring away chemo sickness: mandala therapy shows promise
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether coloring mandala patterns can reduce nausea, vomiting, and fatigue, and improve psychological well-being in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. 85 patients were split into a coloring group and a control group. The coloring session lasted 20-30 minute…
Sponsor: University of Gaziantep • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Tape or laser: which eases Post-Mastectomy arm swelling better?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two non-drug treatments—kinesio taping and low-level laser therapy—on 66 women with arm swelling (lymphedema) after mastectomy for stage II breast cancer. The goal was to see which method better reduced arm size, improved hand grip strength, and eased shoulder p…
Sponsor: Beni-Suef University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Can an online wellness program ease anxiety in chronic disease?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 12-week online mind-body program for adults with chronic conditions like heart failure, cancer, and liver disease. The program included mindful movement, meditation, breathwork, and coping skills. Researchers measured changes in anxiety, depression, fatigue, a…
Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Green tea extract tested as a frailty fighter for older cancer survivors
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested whether taking a green tea extract (EGCG) plus vitamin C daily for 12 weeks is safe and feasible for older cancer survivors who are frail or pre-frail. The study enrolled 24 people aged 65 and older who had completed cancer treatment. The main goal was to …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Simple nerve stretches may ease arm pain after breast cancer surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether adding nerve mobilization (gentle stretching exercises for nerves) to early physical therapy can reduce long-term shoulder disability in women after breast cancer surgery. 140 women who had surgery for breast cancer took part. The results help underst…
Sponsor: University of Alcala • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Fish oil may ease joint pain from breast cancer pills
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether taking omega-3 fatty acid supplements can reduce joint pain and stiffness caused by aromatase inhibitors, a common hormone therapy for breast cancer. 77 postmenopausal women with early-stage breast cancer or at high risk took omega-3 supplements soon …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Pepper-Based patch may ease Post-Surgery nerve pain better than pills
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a capsaicin skin patch (made from chili peppers) works better than oral pregabalin for treating nerve pain that starts soon after breast cancer surgery. 140 women who had surgery for breast cancer and developed nerve pain within 2 months were enrolled. T…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Walking program shows promise for easing fatigue in metastatic breast cancer
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a 6-month physical activity program using a fitness tracker could help women with metastatic breast cancer feel better and less tired. 124 women with hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative metastatic breast cancer who were starting chemotherapy took…
Sponsor: Centre Leon Berard • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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App helps kids with cancer report symptoms to doctors
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a mobile app called SyMon-SAYS that lets children with cancer report their symptoms weekly to their doctors. The goal was to see if using the app helps manage symptoms and improve quality of life. 216 children and their parents took part, with some using the app…
Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Nurse phone calls may ease chemo side effects and anxiety
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether two nurse phone calls during the first three cycles of chemotherapy could improve the emotional state and quality of life of patients with breast, colon, or rectal cancer. 274 patients were randomly assigned to receive either standard care or standard ca…
Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Shorter radiation course may ease treatment burden for lung cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two different radiotherapy schedules for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. One group received the standard 6-week course, while the other had a shorter 4-week course guided by PET scans. The main goal was to see how patients felt during and after …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Albert Einstein College of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Lung cancer patients breathe easier with simple rehab program
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested an 8-week supervised program of breathing exercises and light strength training for 30 people with advanced lung cancer (stage IIIB/IV) who were also getting chemotherapy. Those in the rehab group could walk farther, breathe better, and reported less coughing an…
Sponsor: Istanbul Medipol University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Can Self-Kindness ease lung cancer stigma? new study says maybe
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested a 10-week virtual group program called Mindful Self-Compassion for Lung Cancer (MSC-LC) in 79 adults with lung cancer who felt stigmatized. Participants were randomly assigned to the program or a waitlist that received mental health resources. The goal was…
Sponsor: Loyola Marymount University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Can a Zoom-Based resilience program ease caregiver stress?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 9-session virtual mind-body program (SMART-3RP) to see if it helps caregivers of cancer survivors feel less stressed and more resilient. It compared the program to a standard online support group. The trial enrolled 94 participants and focused on whether the p…
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New online tool helps cancer patients get better sleep
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested an online program to help cancer patients with insomnia. It included 348 adults with cancer who had trouble sleeping. The program used cognitive-behavioral techniques and aimed to see who might need extra help from a professional.
Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New program aims to ease joint pain for breast cancer patients on hormone therapy
Symptom relief CompletedThis completed study tested a culturally adapted program to help breast cancer patients manage joint and muscle pain caused by hormone therapy. 289 women on aromatase inhibitors received either the tailored program (health education, monitoring, and nursing guidance) or standard …
Sponsor: Yuling CAO • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Team nursing approach shows promise for lung cancer patients on immunotherapy
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a team-based nursing program for 200 people with advanced small cell lung cancer receiving chemotherapy plus immunotherapy. The program included close monitoring for side effects, help with medication adherence, nutrition and exercise support, and psychological …
Sponsor: Shanxi Province Cancer Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Phone coaching may ease fatigue after breast cancer
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a personalized telephone-based weight loss program could help reduce fatigue in overweight or obese breast cancer survivors. 220 participants who had finished active treatment for early-stage breast cancer were enrolled. The program provided motivational…
Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Gentle gymnastics and nursing care ease fatigue in lung cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether adding a structured, gentle exercise program to standard nursing care could help reduce cancer-related fatigue and improve quality of life in people with advanced lung cancer receiving chemotherapy. One hundred patients were split into two groups: one…
Sponsor: Shanxi Province Cancer Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Laser acupuncture may ease chemo sickness in kids
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether using a low-frequency laser on an acupuncture point (P6) can help prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy in children aged 2 to 20. The 30 participants received the laser treatment alongside standard anti-nausea drugs. The goal was to see if a…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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VR and music: a new way to ease chemo stress?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) and music during chemotherapy sessions is practical and helpful for breast cancer patients. Sixty patients were offered VR headsets with calming music and videos while receiving chemo. The goal was to see if patients would use …
Sponsor: International Agency for Research on Cancer • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can family support ease the burden of advanced lung cancer?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a family-supported palliative care program could improve quality of life and emotional well-being in 110 people with advanced lung cancer. Participants were randomly assigned to either the family-supported program or standard nursing care for 8 weeks. Th…
Sponsor: Shanxi Province Cancer Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New program aims to ease young cancer Survivors' return to everyday life
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a program called YATAC, designed to help young adults (ages 18-39) recover from cancer and return to everyday life. The program covers goal-setting, managing daily life, staying active, coping with emotions, education, work, finances, relationships, and peer sup…
Sponsor: Defactum, Central Denmark Region • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New program aims to boost cancer patients' quality of life with daily emails and biofeedback
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 6-month program called CancerPEP that sends daily emails to cancer patients and survivors with tips on exercise, yoga, stress reduction, and healthy eating. The goal was to see if the program is practical and helps improve mental and physical health. 104 adult…
Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Organ transplant trick may save breast reconstruction patients from painful necrosis
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a technique called ischemic preconditioning, which is used to protect organs during transplants, could reduce fat tissue damage after breast reconstruction surgery. 18 women who had breast reconstruction using their own belly fat were included. The appro…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Fasting may soothe aromatase inhibitor side effects
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a 7-day supervised fast (max 350 calories per day) could reduce muscle and joint pain in 54 breast cancer patients taking aromatase inhibitors. The goal was to see if fasting is feasible and improves physical well-being and quality of life. Researchers a…
Sponsor: University Hospital Tuebingen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can a tiny clip spare breast cancer patients full lymph node removal?
Knowledge-focused CompletedResearchers are studying a technique to remove fewer lymph nodes in women with breast cancer that has spread to the lymph nodes and who receive chemotherapy before surgery. The approach uses a clip placed in the affected node to guide surgeons during a selective axillary dissecti…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smartwatch predict which cancer patients return to hospital?
Knowledge-focused CompletedResearchers are studying whether daily step counts and other smartwatch measurements can predict which cancer patients will be readmitted to the hospital after discharge. Adults who have just left an oncology ward wear a Huawei smartwatch for 30 days to track steps, heart rate, a…
Sponsor: Gazi University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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PET scan spots chemo success early in breast cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a special PET scan (FDG-PET) can detect early whether breast cancer is responding to chemotherapy. 63 women with breast cancer had a PET scan before and after their first chemo cycle. The goal was to see if the scan could tell responders from non-resp…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Study reveals hidden struggles of caring for dying loved ones at home
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at the emotional and practical challenges faced by patients with incurable cancer and their caregivers when planning to return home for end-of-life care. Researchers measured how each person perceived the burden, using surveys and statistical analysis to find fa…
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • 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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Ultrasound may make breast cancer lymph node surgery more precise
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tests a new way to find the first lymph node (sentinel node) during breast cancer surgery. Instead of using the usual armpit hairline as a guide, doctors will use ultrasound to mark the exact spot. The goal is to see if this leads to a smaller cut, less tissue damage, …
Sponsor: Antalya Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Protein clues may predict chemo success in breast cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at blood and tumor samples from 66 women with breast cancer who were about to receive chemotherapy before surgery. Researchers searched for unique protein patterns that might show whether the tumor would shrink with treatment. The goal was to find a wa…
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple biopsy replace major surgery for multifocal breast cancer?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 2 trial looked at whether the sentinel lymph node technique—a less invasive way to check if cancer has spread—works for women with multifocal breast cancer (more than one tumor in the same breast). 216 women with early-stage, node-negative multifocal breast c…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • 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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Could new scans and duct wash detect breast cancer earlier in High-Risk women?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested new screening methods like MRI, duct lavage, and PET scans in 200 women with BRCA gene mutations who are at high risk for breast cancer. The goal was to see if these tools can find cancer earlier than standard mammograms. Participants were followed for three yea…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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The gatekeepers of tumors: scientists probe how blood vessels let immune cells in
Knowledge-focused CompletedResearchers at Centre Oscar Lambret are studying how immune cells get inside breast and colon tumors. They will analyze stored tumor samples from about 70 patients treated between 2005 and 2007, looking at genes and proteins on blood vessel cells that may control this process. Th…
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can better training get doctors to talk about what matters most to dying veterans?
Knowledge-focused CompletedResearchers are testing two ways to train VA primary care clinicians to hold goals of care conversations with veterans who have serious illnesses such as cancer, heart failure, or dementia. One approach gives clinicians written materials and online training. The other adds team f…
Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a care checklist speed up recovery from lung cancer surgery?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether closely following a standard enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocol affects nutritional status in 120 adults undergoing lung cancer surgery. Researchers will measure nutritional risk and a nutritional index before surgery and two days after, a…
Sponsor: Bursa City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A gene variant found mostly on one island could reshape breast cancer screening
Knowledge-focused CompletedResearchers want to know how common a BRCA2 gene mutation is among people diagnosed with breast cancer on Reunion Island. Earlier work found that more than half of patients there with a BRCA mutation carry a variant specific to the island's population. This study collects blood s…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de la Réunion • 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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Scientists create massive biobank to uncover lung Cancer's earliest clues
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study collected and stored biological samples from nearly 10,000 tin miners in China who are at high risk for lung cancer due to workplace exposures. The goal is to use these samples to discover early markers of the disease, which could lead to better screening and preventio…
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Why do some women dismiss their breast cancer risk? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at why some women reject personalized breast cancer risk estimates. Researchers gave 781 Black or African American women aged 39-74 a personal risk score based on the Gail Model and asked if they agreed with it. The goal was to understand risk rejectio…
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • 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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Unlocking TNBC survival: genetic clues from 3,648 women
Knowledge-focused CompletedResearchers are pooling data from 3,648 women with early triple-negative breast cancer who received dose-dense sequential chemotherapy in seven studies. They will analyze tumor tissue and germline DNA to see how genetic and clinical features relate to long-term overall survival. …
Sponsor: Hellenic Cooperative Oncology Group • 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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Families rate dignity and support in final days of cancer care
Knowledge-focused CompletedResearchers in seven European and Latin American countries ask bereaved relatives to complete the CODE questionnaire about two months after a family member died of cancer in hospital. The survey asks whether patients were treated with dignity and respect and whether relatives fel…
Sponsor: University of Bergen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a COVID-19 shot boost cancer immunotherapy? a massive study digs into the timing.
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis large observational study looks at whether getting an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine shortly before or after starting immune checkpoint inhibitor therapy is linked to longer survival in adults with cancer. Using data from nearly 100,000 patients in France, researchers are comparing t…
Sponsor: Groupe Hospitalier Pitie-Salpetriere • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New app helps cancer patients get housing and food support
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tests a digital platform called ConnectedNest that helps cancer patients find and connect with social services like housing assistance, food aid, and financial help. About 400 adults with cancer in Minnesota will use the platform for 90 days. Researchers will measure i…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Spare the vein, save the arm? surgeons test whether preserving tiny vessels cuts lymphedema risk
Knowledge-focused CompletedBreast cancer surgery often involves removing lymph nodes from the armpit, which can lead to lasting arm swelling and reduced arm function. This study follows 258 breast cancer patients who have this node removal and compares two groups: those whose surgeons preserve small vein b…
Sponsor: Xiangyun Zong • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study explores BRCA mutations in hispanic breast cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how common BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutations are in Hispanic/Latino women with breast cancer. Researchers collected saliva samples and medical history from 266 participants to better understand these mutations in this group. No treatment was given; the goal was …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI steps into the lab: could computers speed up cancer diagnosis?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at how doctors currently diagnose lung and breast cancer using tissue samples. It will also test whether artificial intelligence (AI) can help analyze these samples faster and more accurately. Researchers will review records from 600 patients to measure diagnosis…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may predict ICU death risk for cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study examines whether a routine blood test called Mean Platelet Volume (MPV), taken when a cancer patient is admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU), can help predict their risk of dying. Researchers will review the medical records of 425 adult cancer patients who stayed …
Sponsor: Dr Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New document helps young adults voice End-of-Life wishes
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a document called Voicing My CHOiCES, designed to help young adults (ages 18-39) with serious illnesses like cancer or HIV discuss their care preferences. Participants filled out questionnaires about anxiety, social support, and communication, then reviewed the …
Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to close reproductive health gaps for rural young cancer survivors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis pilot study tests a program to help young female cancer survivors in rural Imperial County, California, get reproductive health care that matches their personal goals. The program includes a quick needs assessment during oncology visits, followed by a session with a social w…
Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Family talk could be key to preventing disease in Mexican-American communities
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study examined how Mexican-American families discuss their risk for diabetes, heart disease, breast cancer, and colon cancer. Researchers interviewed 498 adults from Mexican-American households in Houston to understand how culture and family history influence health communic…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study explores how women react to mammogram facts
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how women ages 39-49 make decisions about breast cancer screening. Participants read a decision aid explaining the pros and cons of mammograms and then answered surveys about their reactions, knowledge, and screening plans. The goal was to understan…
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Family secrets? study maps how relatives talk about genetic health risks
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study explored how family members share health information about genetic diseases like sickle cell, diabetes, and cancer. Over 1,000 adults completed surveys or interviews about their family health history and support. The goal was to understand social and relational factors…
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists probe how lung cancer outsmarts key drugs
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at why lung cancer cells stop responding to a class of drugs called EGFR inhibitors. Researchers will collect blood samples from 80 patients over time to track changes in tumor DNA and cells. The goal is to understand the early steps of drug resistance and find w…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can five radiation doses match longer treatment for breast cancer?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks back at the records of 461 women in Brazil who received a short, high-dose radiation schedule after breast cancer surgery. The schedule, called extreme hypofractionation, delivers 5 doses of 5.2 Gy instead of many smaller doses. Researchers want to see how well t…
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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New nutrition training boosts oncology Nurses' skills in vietnam
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a co-designed nutritional training program for 20 oncology nurses in Vietnam. The program included a three-day workshop with theory and hands-on practice, focusing on managing diet-related side effects of cancer treatment like nausea and diarrhea. Researchers me…
Sponsor: VinUniversity • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Researchers track skin reactions in cancer patients on newer drugs
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at skin problems caused by targeted cancer therapies. Researchers followed 141 cancer patients starting these treatments, recording any skin reactions through exams and photos. The goal was to better understand why these side effects happen and how to manage the…
Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can ultrasound predict cancer drug response earlier?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis trial is testing whether contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) can reliably measure tumor blood flow in people with metastatic cancers like GIST, breast, kidney, colon, rectal, or melanoma. Participants will have two ultrasound scans before starting anti-angiogenic treatment, …
Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI vs. PDFs: which tool helps future doctors pick the right cancer treatment?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis trial asks whether giving medical students access to large language models (like ChatGPT) helps them choose cancer treatments that align with expert tumor board decisions, compared to using standard treatment guideline PDFs. Around 70 medical students will review case vignet…
Sponsor: Philipps University Marburg • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may forecast breast cancer drug response before surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study is testing whether certain markers in the blood can predict how well the drug trastuzumab shrinks tumors in women with early HER2-positive breast cancer. Participants receive trastuzumab before breast-conserving surgery, and researchers compare blood marker levels with…
Sponsor: Gustave Roussy, Cancer Campus, Grand Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A sharper eye on lung cancer: could PET scans and blood tests outsmart relapse?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis trial is testing whether using whole-body PET/CT scans and liquid biopsies (blood tests that detect cancer DNA) can improve the follow-up care of people who have completed treatment for early-stage non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if these advanced tools can fi…
Sponsor: Rigshospitalet, Denmark • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 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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What are cancer patients taking on their own? a nationwide survey seeks answers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study uses an online questionnaire to explore how people with past or active cancer in France use self-medication, including non-prescription drugs, herbal remedies, and supplements. It aims to understand what products they take, why, and where they get them. The findings co…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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COVID-19's hidden presence: could the virus lurk in sperm?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether the virus that causes COVID-19 can be found in the semen of men with cancer who are storing sperm before treatment. Researchers will test both the fluid and the sperm cells for the virus and compare results with nasal swabs and blood tests. The goal is…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple annual blood test shield cancer survivors from heart attacks and strokes?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether getting a yearly LDL cholesterol test could help cancer survivors avoid serious heart problems like heart attacks and strokes. Researchers will analyze health records from over a million cancer survivors in Korea, comparing those who had the test with …
Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can standard cancer treatment wake up the immune system? a study investigates.
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at how anti-tumor T-cell responses change in people with lung or head-and-neck cancer who are receiving radiochemotherapy. Researchers will collect blood and tumor samples to track immune markers. The goal is to understand whether this standard treatment can boos…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Besancon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Why does lung cancer come back? new study hunts for genetic clues
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study is for people with early-stage lung cancer whose cancer returned after taking the drug osimertinib. Researchers will analyze tumor or blood samples to find gene changes linked to the recurrence. The goal is to better understand why some cancers come back, which could h…
Sponsor: Hunan Province Tumor Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Leftover tumor after breast cancer treatment: a hidden risk revealed
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks back at medical records of women with triple-negative breast cancer who had chemotherapy and radiation before surgery. It focuses on those who still had cancer cells left after treatment (residual disease) and tracks how long they lived without the cancer coming …
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wearable tech reveals hidden health patterns in older breast cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study gives women over 70 being treated for breast cancer a wrist-worn activity tracker to wear for a year. Researchers will analyze daily step counts and sleep duration to describe different physical activity and sleep profiles. They will also see how these profiles relate …
Sponsor: Institut Curie • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Emotional toll of radiotherapy: study tracks distress to improve cancer care
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis observational study follows cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy to understand how psychological distress changes over time and whether it affects clinical outcomes like missed appointments or hospitalizations. Participants complete weekly surveys rating their distress an…
Sponsor: Chulabhorn Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Anesthesia choice during breast surgery may influence cancer return years later
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study follows women who had breast cancer surgery to see if the type of anesthesia they received—propofol or sevoflurane—affects cancer recurrence and survival 5 and 10 years later. Only patients from an earlier trial are included. The goal is to understand whether anesthesi…
Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Chemotherapy's hidden heart toll: study probes lasting damage in breast cancer survivors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis observational study looks at how anthracycline chemotherapy affects inflammation, oxidative stress, and heart function in adult women who had breast cancer. Researchers measure blood markers and use echocardiograms to assess heart changes about 10 years after treatment. The …
Sponsor: University of Chile • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Light-Based device could spot troubled skin flaps after breast surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis pilot study tests a near-infrared (NIR) imaging device that measures oxygen levels in breast skin flaps during and after mastectomy with immediate reconstruction. The goal is to see if the device can reliably detect areas with poor blood flow that might lead to healing probl…
Sponsor: National Research Council, Institute of Clinical Physiology, Italy • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hidden danger: study probes blood clot risk in cancer patients with COVID-19
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study investigates how often cancer patients with COVID-19 develop dangerous blood clots (venous thromboembolism). Researchers will screen participants using ultrasound and blood tests to detect clots, whether or not they cause symptoms. The goal is to understand the true ra…
Sponsor: Centre Antoine Lacassagne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New tool aims to boost lung cancer trial enrollment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study develops and tests a tool designed to help lung cancer nurses talk to patients about clinical trials. The tool provides information on available trials, communication tips, and practical guidance. Researchers will test it in four UK hospitals to see if it improves nurs…
Sponsor: Oxford Brookes University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New tool aims to boost lung cancer trial enrollment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aims to develop and test a tool that helps lung cancer nurses talk to patients about clinical trials. Only about 8% of lung cancer patients in the UK join trials, and nurses often lack the time or confidence to discuss them. The tool will be tested in four UK hospitals…
Sponsor: Oxford Brookes University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Real-world data may reveal true effectiveness of leading breast cancer therapy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at medical records from across Europe to see how well a drug combination (palbociclib plus an aromatase inhibitor) works as a first treatment for people with a common type of advanced breast cancer (HR+/HER2-). Researchers want to understand how long the treatmen…
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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10,000 cancer records analyzed to supercharge future treatments
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study collects and analyzes health records from 10,000 cancer patients across multiple sites. Researchers will use this real-world data to better understand patient populations, improve clinical trial design, and support drug development. No new treatments are tested—the goa…
Sponsor: Tempus AI • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lung cancer clues found in blood vessels near tumors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 30 people with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer who had surgery. Researchers collected blood from a vein near the tumor and from a regular arm vein to study tiny particles called exosomes. The goal was to see if these particles could help predict whethe…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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40,000 patients studied: does a simpler cancer drug dose work just as well?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 40,000 people with metastatic cancer who received the drug nivolumab. Researchers compared the old way of dosing (based on body weight) with a newer, simpler fixed dose. They used national health data to see if the fixed dose was just as good and mo…
Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New app aims to help cancer patients report side effects from home
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a smartphone app called QuestOnco can reliably track side effects in 134 adult cancer patients receiving active treatment. Patients used the app to report symptoms, and researchers compared those reports to standard paper questionnaires. The goal was to …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional Metz-Thionville • 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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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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Digital platform and DNA analysis aim to personalize lung cancer care
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study in Greece enrolled 200 people with stage 4 non-small cell lung cancer. Researchers used genetic testing to map each tumor's unique features and gave half the patients access to a digital platform to report side effects. The goal was to see if combining person…
Sponsor: Hellenic Cooperative Oncology Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Does breast cancer drug trastuzumab cause dry eye?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study from Semmelweis University looked at whether the breast cancer drug trastuzumab (Herceptin) causes dry eye or other eye surface problems. 35 adults with HER2-positive breast cancer took the drug as prescribed and visited the clinic every 3 months for eye exam…
Sponsor: Semmelweis University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Lung cancer radiation: new study tracks breathing side effects
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 39 lung cancer patients who received radiation therapy to see how it affected their breathing. Researchers measured lung volume and gas exchange capacity before and after treatment, looking for a 20% or greater drop in diffusion capacity at 3 months. The goal …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Brest • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Hidden roadmaps in the lungs: study maps artery twists to aid cancer surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 44 patients who had lung cancer surgery to understand how the arteries in the lungs can vary from person to person. Using CT scans and 3D models, researchers mapped these variations to help surgeons avoid complications during lobectomy. The goal was…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Ultrasound could reveal hidden lung changes after surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study uses lung ultrasound to measure how the lungs change after surgery to remove part of a lung due to cancer. Researchers will check lung aeration before surgery, right after, and 24 hours later in about 32 adults. They aim to see if ultrasound findings relate to oxygen l…
Sponsor: Ana Broseta Lleó • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could your family tree predict lung cancer risk?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study enrolled 336 people with non-small cell lung cancer to collect detailed family cancer histories using a questionnaire. Researchers want to see if certain patterns of cancer in relatives, along with smoking and other risk factors, can help identify patients wh…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Campus Bio-Medico • 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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Real-World data could unlock better breast cancer treatment choices
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at medical records from 750 people with a common type of early breast cancer (HR+/HER2-). It aims to understand how doctors treat these patients in real life, especially after newer targeted drugs called CDK4/6 inhibitors became available. By analyzing treatment …
Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Blood test may predict breast cancer drug response
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study explored whether a simple blood test measuring the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) can help predict how well women with advanced breast cancer respond to a common treatment (CDK4/6 inhibitors plus hormone therapy). Researchers followed 165 patients starting this t…
Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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New study tracks how CAR-T patients feel in real life
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 170 patients with aggressive B-cell lymphoma who received CAR-T cell therapy. Researchers used surveys to track how patients felt about their fatigue, symptoms, and daily functioning over time. The goal was to understand the real-world impact of the treatment…
Sponsor: Gruppo Italiano Malattie EMatologiche dell'Adulto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Blood test may spot hidden infections in lung cancer patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether measuring procalcitonin (PCT) levels in the blood could help detect infections earlier in people with stage IV non-small cell lung cancer starting chemotherapy. Researchers enrolled 45 patients and took a PCT blood sample before their first chemo sess…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Protein clue may unlock how breast cancer spreads
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study measured levels of a protein called IP3R3 in breast cancer tissue from 42 women. The goal was to see if this protein is involved in how cancer cells migrate and invade nearby tissues. Researchers hope this could lead to better understanding of what makes breast cancer …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Lung cancer Patients' sleep troubles under the microscope
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study explored sleep disorders in 37 adults with non-small cell lung cancer. Participants filled out questionnaires about their sleep, symptoms, mood, and quality of life. The goal was to create a guide to help doctors diagnose and treat sleep issues in this group, ultimatel…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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What causes male breast cancer? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study collected information from 93 men who have had breast cancer. Participants filled out a questionnaire about their life, work, family, and health history. The goal is to find patterns that might help explain why some men develop breast cancer. No treatments or drugs wer…
Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Can bone markers predict survival in lung cancer patients?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study enrolled 200 adults with lung adenocarcinoma that has spread to the bones. Researchers took bone biopsies, scans, and blood tests to measure bone and metabolic markers. The goal is to see if these markers are linked to how long patients live. This is an observational s…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Australian study reveals how breast cancer drugs are actually used
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at medical records of over 1,100 people in Australia who took CDK4/6 inhibitors (like palbociclib) for advanced or metastatic breast cancer. Researchers wanted to understand patient characteristics, dosing, and how long people stayed on treatment in re…
Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Cancer Patients' blood thinner mystery solved?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study measured how two common blood thinners (rivaroxaban and apixaban) behave in 193 adults with active cancer who also had blood clots or atrial fibrillation. Researchers aimed to understand factors like age, weight, and kidney function that affect drug levels. The goal wa…
Sponsor: Groupe Hospitalier Pitie-Salpetriere • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Cancer Patients' own needs may guide better care, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study at Sohag Oncology Center tested whether a quality-of-life survey could help match cancer patients' needs with the right supportive care, like pain management or nutrition counseling. Over 4,400 adult cancer patients completed the EORTC QLQ-C30 questionnaire, …
Sponsor: Sohag Oncology Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New 4D scan could sharpen lung cancer radiation
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a special 4D PET-CT scan can help doctors better target radiation for lung cancer. Seven patients with non-small cell lung cancer received both a standard CT scan and a 4D PET-CT scan before radiotherapy. Researchers compared the tumor volumes identified…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New approach to CPR talks may help patients and families feel heard
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new way for doctors to discuss CPR with older, seriously ill patients and their families. Instead of the usual conversation, doctors followed a step-by-step guide that focused on the patient's values and explained why CPR might not help. The goal was to see if…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: University of Vermont • 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 reveals how lung cancer patients fare on Triple-Drug combo
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 302 patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer in Greece who were treated with a combination of nivolumab, ipilimumab, and chemotherapy as their first therapy. Researchers tracked patient characteristics, treatment patterns, and survival rates over tim…
Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Scientists collect chest tumor samples to unlock secrets of cancer spread
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study collected tissue and blood samples from 143 people with malignant pleural effusion (cancer that has spread to the lining of the chest). The goal was to create a biobank for future research into why cancer cells in the chest may differ from the original tumor. No treatm…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New online tool aims to pick the right patients for cancer drug trials
Knowledge-focused CompletedResearchers tested a new online tool called PIPO that helps doctors estimate how long a cancer patient might live. This information can guide decisions about which patients to enroll in early-phase clinical trials. The study included 586 people who had already joined phase 1 or p…
Sponsor: Vall d'Hebron Institute of Oncology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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AI model aims to predict cancer Patients' emergency room visits
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a machine learning model that uses electronic health records to predict which cancer patients receiving infusion therapy are at risk of needing emergency care or hospitalization within 30 days. Researchers analyzed data from over 4,700 patients at UCSF. The goal…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • 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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Simple urine test could show if lung cancer immunotherapy is working
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 150 people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer to see if proteins and metabolites in blood and urine could help monitor how well immunotherapy is working. Researchers used mass spectrometry to measure these markers before, during, and after tre…
Sponsor: Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 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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Lung doctors take on lab role: can they match pathologists?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a lung specialist (pulmonologist) can quickly check biopsy samples during a lung cancer procedure, a job usually done by a pathologist. Researchers compared the pulmonologist's on-the-spot assessment with the pathologist's final report in 189 patients…
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera SS. Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo di Alessandria • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Quick hepatitis c test during mammograms could catch hidden cases
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study offered a rapid hepatitis C test to 1,500 women aged 50-74 who were already coming in for breast cancer screening in Montpellier, France. The goal was to see how many women would agree to the extra test and how many had undiagnosed hepatitis C. Women who tested positiv…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Can a phone app keep lung cancer patients moving during treatment?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a smartphone app that reminds people to walk several times a day. It was designed to help lung cancer patients stay active during radiotherapy. Thirty healthy volunteers downloaded the app and rated how easy it was to use. The goal was to see if the app is user-…
Sponsor: University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New scan spots chemo damage to heart and muscles early
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a special MRI scan (31P-MRS) can detect early signs of damage to heart and muscle cells caused by chemotherapy drugs like doxorubicin. Twelve cancer patients scheduled for chemo underwent three scans over time. The goal was to see if the scan could measu…
Sponsor: UMC Utrecht • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Dye vs. air: which better guides lung cancer surgery?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study compared two ways for surgeons to see the borders between lung segments during surgery for early-stage non-small cell lung cancer. One method uses a green dye and a special camera, the other uses a modified inflation-deflation technique. The trial involved 272 patients…
Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Gene clues may predict breast cancer drug success
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study examined whether specific gene variations influence how well metastatic breast cancer patients respond to chemotherapy with or without the drug bevacizumab. Researchers enrolled 307 women from Italy to compare outcomes and analyze genetic interactions. The goal was to …
Sponsor: University of Pisa • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 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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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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Lung cancer trial targets tumor diversity to outsmart resistance
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis phase 2 trial studied 50 people with non-small cell lung cancer to see if differences within a tumor (called heterogeneity) affect how well treatments work. Patients received one of four drugs based on their tumor's genetic changes: atezolizumab (immunotherapy), vemurafenib,…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University College, London • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 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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Lung cancer study reveals hidden toll of muscle loss during targeted therapy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at the nutrition and body composition of 25 adults with non-small-cell lung cancer who were taking the drug osimertinib. Researchers measured weight, muscle mass, and strength to see how common malnutrition and muscle loss were, and how these affected quality of…
Sponsor: Fundacin Biomedica Galicia Sur • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Cancer Patients' work struggles revealed in new study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how cancer patients feel about returning to work while undergoing treatment. Researchers interviewed 20 patients to understand their needs and how work affects their sense of normalcy. The goal is to help nurses provide better support for work-related challen…
Sponsor: Centro di Riferimento Oncologico - Aviano • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 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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Scientists hunt for clues to why immunotherapy fails in most patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 135 people with advanced lung cancer, lymphoma, or other tumors treated with immunotherapy drugs called checkpoint inhibitors. Researchers collected blood and tumor samples over time to measure immune cells and molecules that might predict whether the treatme…
Sponsor: Institut Paoli-Calmettes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Immune cell clues in breast cancer tumors may predict Long-Term survival
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study examined tumor samples from 3,646 women with early-stage breast cancer who had already received chemotherapy after surgery. Researchers measured specific immune cells (tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes and CD8+ T cells) to see if their presence was linked to how long pati…
Sponsor: Hellenic Cooperative Oncology Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New study reveals hidden struggles of immigrant women with breast cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 470 women with breast cancer in Paris to understand how their background affects their experience. It compared women born in France with those born in sub-Saharan Africa, focusing on diagnosis timing, treatment access, and social impacts. The goal i…
Sponsor: Institut de Recherche pour le Developpement • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New score could help guide Late-Stage breast cancer treatment decisions
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aims to develop and validate a scoring system to identify which patients with metastatic breast cancer are likely to live longer with third-line chemotherapy. Researchers will collect clinical, histological, and biological data from 267 women starting a third line of t…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Which scanner spots the smallest tumors? new study puts two to the test
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested two different PET-CT scanners to see which one is better at finding very small cancer spots (less than 1 cm) in patients. Twenty-four people with cancer each had two scans, one on each machine. The researchers then added virtual lesions to the images to compare …
Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Gene study aims to personalize breast cancer hormone treatment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how a person's genes and drug levels in the blood affect hormone therapy for breast cancer. It included 2000 women with hormone-sensitive breast cancer who were already scheduled for adjuvant hormone therapy. Researchers measured drug levels and genetic marke…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Can a simple blood test reveal how breast cancer drugs work?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether it's possible to measure certain substances called oxysterols in the blood of breast cancer patients. 29 women taking hormonal therapy (tamoxifen or anti-aromatase drugs) had their blood tested before and 28 days after starting treatment. The goal was…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Blood markers may reveal hormone therapy success in breast cancer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether tiny molecules called microRNAs in the blood can help predict if hormone therapy will work for women with advanced breast cancer. Researchers tested blood samples from 39 women before and after one month of treatment with tamoxifen or an aromatase inh…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Institut Claudius Regaud • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Ultrasound ruler may cut repeat breast surgeries
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether using a special ultrasound ruler during breast-conserving surgery helps surgeons remove all cancer the first time. Researchers reviewed records from 273 patients who had this ultrasound-guided surgery. The goal was to see if it lowered the rate of inc…
Sponsor: University Hospital Tuebingen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 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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5,000+ breast cancer cases analyzed to improve future treatment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study combined data from over 5,300 people with early-stage breast cancer who received a specific type of chemotherapy. Researchers wanted to see how long patients lived without the cancer coming back and what side effects they had. The goal is to learn from past treatments …
Sponsor: Hellenic Cooperative Oncology Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Quick checkup for cancer survivors: could a simple screener boost quality of life?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study tested a new tool called Life S-Can that quickly checks diet, exercise, sleep, and mental health in cancer survivors. 105 survivors used the tool and some received extra coaching from health experts. The goal was to see if the tool helps doctors give better s…
Sponsor: Fundació d'investigació Sanitària de les Illes Balears • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Massive study maps breast cancer care in england
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at medical records from over 218,000 adults in England with a common type of breast cancer (HR+/HER2-). Researchers tracked which treatments people received, how the disease progressed over time, and how healthcare resources were used. The goal was to understand…
Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Older breast cancer patients given a say in skipping or shortening radiation
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how women aged 65 and older with early-stage breast cancer choose among three options after surgery: standard weeks-long whole-breast radiotherapy, a single dose of radiation during surgery, or no radiation at all. Researchers surveyed 104 patients to underst…
Sponsor: UNICANCER • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Free 3D lung maps could make surgery safer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether free, open-source software can create 3D models of the lungs to help surgeons during lung cancer surgery. 13 patients scheduled for lung surgery had their CT scans turned into 3D reconstructions. The goal was to see if these models were easy for surgeons…
Sponsor: Erik de Loos • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Could fewer lymph nodes be removed in breast cancer surgery?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at whether sampling just a few lymph nodes under the arm can tell if breast cancer has spread, instead of removing many nodes. Twenty patients with advanced breast cancer at diagnosis took part. The goal was to see if this targeted approach could reduc…
Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Egyptian study reveals Real-World impact of breast cancer drugs
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study examined how well CDK4/6 inhibitors (a type of targeted therapy) work for people with advanced breast cancer in Egypt. Researchers looked at 206 patients to measure how long the drugs kept cancer from growing, side effects, and overall costs. The goal was to see if the…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Beni-Suef University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Breast cancer Patients' exercise habits under the microscope
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study measured how much physical activity 507 breast cancer patients in Spain get and what types of exercise they prefer. Researchers used questionnaires to understand current activity levels and exercise likes and dislikes. The goal is to use this information to design bett…
Sponsor: Spanish Breast Cancer Research Group • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:04 UTC
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Brain scans reveal how women perceive reconstructed breasts
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study used functional MRI (fMRI) to see how the brain's sensory map changes after breast reconstruction in women treated for breast cancer. Researchers compared brain activity when touching the reconstructed breast versus the natural breast. The goal was to objectively measu…
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Massive data dive on elderly cancer patients reveals care gaps
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study gathered information from nearly 3,000 cancer patients aged 65 and older to learn more about their health, living situations, and the care they receive. No new treatments were tested. The goal was to create a database that helps doctors and researchers better understan…
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Blood test tracks lung cancer resistance in Real-World study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a simple blood test (liquid biopsy) can detect a specific resistance mutation called T790M in patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer whose tumors stopped responding to initial targeted therapy. Researchers followed 70 patients in Tunisia, c…
Sponsor: Faculty of Medicine of Tunis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Study reveals smoking and drinking habits after cancer diagnosis
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 385 adults diagnosed with their first lung or head & neck cancer to see how many continued using tobacco or alcohol over the next year. Researchers tracked smoking and drinking habits, as well as how long patients lived without the cancer getting worse. The g…
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New questionnaire aims to measure emotional toll of breast cancer on young couples
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new questionnaire designed to measure quality of life in young women (under 45) with non-metastatic breast cancer and their partners. Over 1,000 couples completed the survey at home. The goal was to see if the questionnaire accurately captures the emotional an…
Sponsor: Centre Oscar Lambret • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 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