Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 30 to 69

NPC Screening Cohort in South China

Official title: Establishment of "Xijiang Project" Million-Person Screening Cohort for Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma

Run by Sun Yat-sen University · NCT06787456 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests a comprehensive screening approach to identify nasopharyngeal carcinoma in adults aged 30-69 who live in NPC-endemic regions by combining EBV tests, questionnaires, and clinical exams.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages30 Years to 69 Years
SexAll
Enrollment1000000 (estimated)
SponsorSun Yat-sen University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Zhuhai, Guangdong)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 14, 2024
Main results expectedDecember 2035
Study endsDecember 2045
Registry record updatedSeptember 1, 2026
Trial IDNCT06787456 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults aged 30-69 who are long-term residents of the study region and willing to participate in follow-up activities.

Probably not a fit

Individuals not at high risk or who do not develop NPC may not receive direct clinical benefit from screening.

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

What this trial studies

This observational cohort aims to create a large, integrated dataset and biobank to study NPC risk factors and early detection methods. Participants provide epidemiological information and biological samples, which are analyzed for EBV markers, genetic information, and other risk indicators. Those flagged as high-risk undergo confirmatory clinical imaging and nasopharyngoscopy to identify NPC, with long-term follow-up to understand risk factors and molecular mechanisms. The study intends to establish a scalable screening strategy across multiple centers in South China, starting with high-incidence regions.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, the approach could improve early detection of NPC and enable more precise risk stratification for individuals in high-risk areas.

How similar studies have gone: Previous NPC screening efforts have shown promise in EBV-based approaches, but this study aims to scale and integrate multiple data streams in a large Chinese cohort.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Residents with a definite native place;
* Aged 30 and 69 years at screening;
* Capable of long-term cooperation with screening and follow-up.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Known severe cardiovascular, liver or kidney disease, or neuropsychiatric disorders;
* History of previous malignant tumors;
* Severe autoimmune diseases or immunodeficiency;
* Females with a positive pregnancy test at screening;
* Inability to cooperate with the study due to psychological, social, family, and geographical reasons.

Where it's running

  • The Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University
    Zhuhai, Guangdong, China
    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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