Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Finding new biomarkers for biliary tract cancer and gallbladder cancer

Official title: Identification of New Biomarkers for Patients With Biliary Tract Cancer (Cholangiocarcinoma and Gallbladder Cancer) - do They Provide New Information Regarding Diagnosis, Treatment Efficacy, Side Effects, or Prognosis?

Run by Herlev and Gentofte Hospital · NCT05184400 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to find new markers in blood and tissue samples from patients with biliary tract and gallbladder cancer to help doctors diagnose the disease earlier and predict how well treatments will work.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment500 (estimated)
SponsorHerlev and Gentofte Hospital
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations1 site (Herlev, Copenhagen)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 1, 2015
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2030
Study endsDecember 31, 2030
Registry record updatedJanuary 11, 2022
Trial IDNCT05184400 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include patients with a confirmed histological or cytological diagnosis of biliary tract cancer who are referred for treatment.

Probably not a fit

Patients without a diagnosis of biliary tract cancer or those not seeking treatment may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to identify new diagnostic, prognostic, and predictive biomarkers for biliary tract cancer (BTC), which includes cholangiocarcinoma and gallbladder cancer. Given the poor prognosis associated with BTC, the study will collect biological materials such as blood samples and tissue from patients undergoing standard or protocolized treatment. The goal is to enhance early diagnosis, improve prognostication, and predict treatment efficacy through the analysis of these biomarkers. Patients will be monitored throughout their treatment journey to assess the effectiveness of the identified biomarkers.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to earlier diagnosis and better treatment outcomes for patients with biliary tract cancer.

How similar studies have gone: While there is limited success with similar approaches, this study aims to explore novel biomarkers that have not been validated in routine clinical practice.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Histological or cytological diagnosis of BTC
* Patients referred for treatment of BTC
* Signed informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* None

Where it's running

  • Herlev & Gentofte Hospital
    Herlev, Copenhagen, Denmark
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.