Tracking treatment evolution in metastatic breast cancer since 2008

Epidemiological Strategy and Medical Economic (ESME) Research Program / Academic Real World Database: Evolution of the Therapeutic Care in Metastatic Breast Cancer Across the French Comprehensive Cancer Centers From 2008

Observational Unicancer · NCT03275311

This study looks at how treatment for metastatic breast cancer has changed since 2008 by gathering and analyzing patient information from 18 cancer centers in France.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment40000 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorUnicancer Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation
Locations20 sites (Angers and 19 other locations)
Trial IDNCT03275311 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study utilizes a multicenter database to collect retrospective data from electronic medical records of patients with metastatic breast cancer across 18 comprehensive cancer centers in France. The ESME Breast cancer Database compiles detailed information on patient demographics, tumor characteristics, treatment protocols, and clinical events. Data is collected by trained technicians using an electronic data collection tool, ensuring that all information is harmonized and anonymized before analysis. The study aims to analyze treatment strategies and outcomes for patients treated since January 2008.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer who have received treatment at a participating French comprehensive cancer center.

Not a fit: Patients who do not have metastatic breast cancer or who have not received treatment at one of the participating centers may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of various treatment strategies for metastatic breast cancer, potentially improving patient care.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies utilizing real-world data in similar contexts have shown success in understanding treatment outcomes, making this approach both relevant and promising.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion criteria :

* 18 years old patient
* Patient receiving chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, radiation therapy and hormonotherapy in a French Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Exclusion criteria : None

Where this trial is running

Angers and 19 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Metastatic Breast Cancermetastatic breast cancerobservational studysurvivalreal world datareal life setting
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.