Cognitive screening for lung cancer patients

Cognitive Screening in Lung Cancer Patients

Observational European Institute of Oncology · NCT06727370

This study is trying to see if lung cancer and its treatments affect thinking skills in patients during their first year after diagnosis.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment200 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 70 Years
SexAll
SponsorEuropean Institute of Oncology Academic / other
Locations1 site (Milan)
Trial IDNCT06727370 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates cognitive impairment related to cancer and its treatment in patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and small cell lung cancer (SCLC). It aims to assess the presence of cognitive deficits during the first year after enrollment using comprehensive neuropsychological assessments. The study focuses on understanding how lung cancer and its therapies may affect cognitive function over time.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older diagnosed with stage I to IV NSCLC or SCLC who can provide informed consent.

Not a fit: Patients aged 70 and older, those with brain metastases, or those with neurological or psychiatric disorders may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to better management strategies for cognitive impairment in lung cancer patients.

How similar studies have performed: While cognitive impairment in cancer patients has been studied, this specific focus on lung cancer and its treatments is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Small-cell and non-small-cell lung cancer (stage I, II, III, IV)
* Age ≥ 18 years
* Patients able to speak and read the local language(s) fluently
* Acceptance and signature of informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Age ≥ 70
* Presence of brain metastases
* Patients with concomitant neurological or psychiatric disorders.
* Patients undergoing brain radiotherapy
* Previous diagnosis of lung cancer

Where this trial is running

Milan

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.