Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational

Identifying Risk Factors for Colorectal and Breast Cancer in Nigeria

Official title: Case Control Study to Identify Modifiable Risk Factors for Colorectal and Breast Cancer in Nigeria

Run by Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital · NCT05044689 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to find out what lifestyle and health factors might increase the risk of colorectal and breast cancer in people in Nigeria.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment800 (estimated)
SponsorObafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Ile-Ife, Osun State)
StatusRecruiting
StartedApril 12, 2021
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2026
Registry record updatedMarch 21, 2025
Trial IDNCT05044689 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include individuals with a confirmed diagnosis of colorectal or breast cancer for the case group, and healthy individuals without cancer for the control group.

Probably not a fit

Patients with other types of cancer or those with gastrointestinal diseases 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 case-control study aims to identify modifiable risk factors associated with colorectal and breast cancer in Nigeria. Participants will include 400 patients with confirmed diagnoses of these cancers and 400 controls without cancer or gastrointestinal diseases. Both groups will complete a risk factor questionnaire covering diet, physical activity, medical history, and lifestyle factors, and will undergo body composition analysis using a bioimpedance machine. The study seeks to uncover insights that could lead to preventive strategies against these cancers.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help identify lifestyle changes that may reduce the risk of colorectal and breast cancer in the Nigerian population.

How similar studies have gone: Similar studies have successfully identified risk factors for various cancers, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Case Group - Patients must have histologically confirmed diagnosis of colorectal or breast cancer.

Control Group - Patients must not have a diagnosis of cancer.

Where it's running

  • Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals
    Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria
    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.