Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up Women only

Identifying new markers for breast cancer prognosis

Official title: Identification de Nouveaux Marqueurs Pronostiques Des Cancers du Sein

Run by University Hospital, Grenoble · NCT03436069 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to find new genetic markers in breast cancer tumors to help predict how the disease will progress and improve treatment for patients.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexWomen only
Enrollment1500 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Grenoble
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Grenoble)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 2011
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2033
Study endsDecember 31, 2033
Registry record updatedFebruary 28, 2023
Trial IDNCT03436069 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adult female patients diagnosed with breast cancer.

Probably not a fit

Patients with other active cancers or those unable to provide necessary information due to language barriers or recent relocation 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 and validate new prognostic markers for breast cancer using tumor samples from both retrospective and prospective cohorts. The research leverages an innovative approach developed by the team, which focuses on detecting ectopic gene expression through public pan-genomic breast cancer data. By correlating these genetic markers with clinical outcomes, the study seeks to improve the assessment of relapse and metastasis risks, ultimately enhancing treatment personalization and minimizing side effects for patients.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more accurate prognostic assessments for breast cancer patients, allowing for tailored treatment strategies.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have successfully utilized similar approaches in other cancers, indicating potential for success in this context as well.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Adult female patients with breast cancer

Exclusion Criteria:

* Presence of another cancer, excluding basal cell cancers or pre-neoplastic lesions of the cervix.
* Subject under guardianship or subject deprived of liberty
* Impossibility of collecting information on exposure (subjects recently arrived in France, foreign language, etc.)
* Male patients

Where it's running

  • Anne-Cécile PHILIPPE
    Grenoble, France
    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.
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