Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Observational Ages 18 to 75

Observational study for patients with gastric MALT lymphoma

Official title: Establishment of a Cohort for Investigating the Pathophysiology of Gastric MALT Lymphoma

Run by Seoul National University Hospital · NCT06454149 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is collecting health information and tissue samples from people with gastric MALT lymphoma to help understand the disease better and support future treatments.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
Enrollment300 (estimated)
SponsorSeoul National University Hospital
Academic / other
Locations3 sites (Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do and 2 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 6, 2024
Main results expectedJune 5, 2028
Study endsJune 5, 2031
Registry record updatedSeptember 28, 2026
Trial IDNCT06454149 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include individuals newly diagnosed with gastric MALT lymphoma and those undergoing upper endoscopy for related conditions.

Probably not a fit

Patients with a history of gastric or other malignancies or those with uncontrolled chronic illnesses 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 gather clinical data and create a tissue repository for patients diagnosed with gastric MALT lymphoma, as well as for control participants. Patients will provide clinical information and various tissue samples, including saliva, gastric mucosa, and feces. The study will help in understanding the disease better and may contribute to future research and treatment strategies.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the understanding of gastric MALT lymphoma and improve future treatment options for patients.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is observational and may not have direct precedents, similar studies in lymphoma research have shown promise in understanding disease mechanisms.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

\[MALT lymphoma group\]

* Newly diagnosed as gastric MALT lymphoma \[Control group\]
* Patients who underwent

  1. diagnosed upper endoscopy for dyspepsia and had chronic gastritis,
  2. therapeutic upper endoscopy for gastric hyperplastic polyps, or
  3. screening upper endoscopy without any symptoms.

Exclusion Criteria:

* History of gastric or other malignancy
* Use of antibiotics or probiotics within 4 weeks
* Uncontrolled chronic illnesses

Where it's running

  • Cheol Min Shin
    Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
    Recruiting
  • Kangbuk Samsung Hospital
    Seoul, South Korea
    Recruiting
  • Korea University Ansan Hospital
    Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
    Not yet 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.