Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 85

Survey on preferences for screening tools in gastro-esophageal cancer

Official title: Molecular Analysis for Gastro-Esophageal Cancer: Multicenter Discrete Choice Experiment

Run by KU Leuven · NCT06346080 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is asking people about their preferences for different tests used to find and check gastro-esophageal cancer to help improve future screening methods.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 85 Years
SexAll
Enrollment2200 (estimated)
SponsorKU Leuven
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Leuven)
StatusRecruiting
StartedAugust 1, 2024
Main results expectedAugust 1, 2026
Study endsAugust 1, 2026
Registry record updatedFebruary 18, 2026
Trial IDNCT06346080 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 18 to 75 who have access to a computer or smartphone and can understand the survey languages.

Probably not a fit

Patients under 18 or over 75 years old, as well as incarcerated individuals, will 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 survey aims to explore patient and public preferences for different diagnostic tools used in detecting and assessing gastro-esophageal cancer. Participants will complete a 20-25 minute survey that includes questions about their socio-economic status and preferences regarding various diagnostic modalities. The study will also investigate geographical differences in preferences and identify which features of diagnostic tests influence decision-making. By analyzing these preferences, the study seeks to inform future diagnostic practices in gastro-esophageal cancer.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved patient-centered approaches in the screening and diagnosis of gastro-esophageal cancer.

How similar studies have gone: While there have been studies on patient preferences in cancer diagnostics, this specific approach using a discrete choice experiment is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. Individuals \>18yo to 75yo (upper age limit of Barrett's surveillance)
2. Access to computer or smartphone
3. Clear understanding of available languages of the experiment (English, French, Dutch, Spanish, German, Chinese, Japanese)

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Individuals less than 18yo and more than 75yo
2. Incarcerated individuals

Where it's running

  • University Hospitals Leuven
    Leuven, Belgium
    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.