Registry for patients undergoing colorectal surgery for cancer
Epidemiological and Molecular Colorectal Cancer Registry
This study is inviting adults having surgery for colorectal cancer to help gather important health information and samples to better understand the disease and improve future treatments.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 2100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 21 Years to 96 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (CABA, Buenos Aires) |
| Trial ID | NCT02781337 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This registry invites adult patients undergoing colorectal surgery for colorectal cancer to participate in the collection of epidemiological data. It includes the establishment of tumor tissue and blood banks to analyze genetic mutations and disease-specific biomarkers, particularly focusing on conditions like Lynch syndrome and other hereditary cancers. The registry aims to facilitate basic and clinical research projects on colorectal cancer at the Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, promoting collaboration with other institutions. Specific goals include efficient patient enrollment, development of biological sample logistics, and creation of a dynamic data recording system.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this registry are adult patients who are scheduled to undergo colorectal surgery for colorectal cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who are unwilling to participate in the registry will not benefit from this initiative.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this registry could enhance understanding of colorectal cancer and improve personalized treatment approaches for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have successfully utilized similar registries to advance research in cancer genetics and epidemiology.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patients undergoing colorectal surgery for colorectal cancer. Exclusion Criteria: * Unwillingness to participate.
Where this trial is running
CABA, Buenos Aires
- Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires — Caba, Buenos Aires, Argentina (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Carlos Vaccaro, MD — Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires
- Study coordinator: Carlos Vaccaro, MD
- Email: carlos.vaccaro@hospitalitaliano.org.ar
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.