Creating a database for cancer research and treatment

Development of a Monocentric and Prospective Clinical and Biological Database in Digestive Cancers, Gynecological Cancers, Breast Cancers and Sarcomas

Not applicable Interventional Institut du Cancer de Montpellier - Val d'Aurelle · NCT03449264

This study is creating a detailed database to help researchers understand different types of cancer better and improve treatments for patients.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment4000 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorInstitut du Cancer de Montpellier - Val d'Aurelle Academic / other
Locations1 site (Montpellier)
Trial IDNCT03449264 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This project aims to develop a comprehensive clinical and biological database to support research in various types of cancer, including digestive, gynecologic, breast cancer, and sarcoma. It focuses on collecting high-quality biological samples and clinical data to enhance understanding of tumor behavior and treatment responses. The initiative is part of a national health strategy to integrate research with clinical practice, ultimately benefiting patient care and advancing therapeutic innovations. By establishing a multidisciplinary framework, the project seeks to facilitate data sharing among researchers for improved cancer management.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults over 18 with invasive or in situ tumors of specific cancer types who are treatment-naïve and require surgical intervention.

Not a fit: Patients who are not affiliated with a social protection scheme or those unable to maintain regular follow-up due to various reasons may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could lead to better prevention, diagnosis, and treatment strategies for various cancer types.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in utilizing similar database approaches for cancer research, indicating a promising avenue for future advancements.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Age\> at 18 years old,
* Patient with invasive or in situ tumor pathology (proven or suspected) any stage confounded,
* Patient in ICM at diagnosis

  * a digestive cancer (esophagus, stomach, pancreas, colon, rectum, anal canal) or
  * gynecological cancer (ovary, endometrium, cervix) or
  * breast cancer or
  * sarcoma.
* Naïve patient of any treatment for the present cancer,
* Patient requiring treatment involving at least one (or more) tumor surgery (s)
* Patient who has accepted supplementary blood samples,
* Patient having given his informed, written and express consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient not affiliated to a social protection scheme,
* Patient whose regular follow-up is a priori impossible for psychological, familial, social or geographical reasons,
* Pregnant and / or nursing women,
* Subject under tutelage, curatorship or safeguard of justice,
* Patient in an emergency situation.

Where this trial is running

Montpellier

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.
Conditions Digestive CancerGynecologic CancerBreast CancerSarcoma
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 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.