Understanding cervical cancer treatment and characteristics in Italy

RETRACE Study - Retrospective Observational Study Evaluating Disease Characteristics and Treatment Landscape of High-risk Locally Advanced (LA) or Recurrent / Metastatic (R/M) Cervical Cancer in Italy

Observational MSD Italia S.r.l. · NCT06771193

This study looks at how patients in Italy with advanced or recurring cervical cancer are treated and what their experiences are like.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment200 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexFemale
SponsorMSD Italia S.r.l. Industry-sponsored
Drugs / interventionsPembrolizumab, Levantinib
Locations11 sites (Bologna, Bologna and 10 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06771193 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to analyze the characteristics and treatment patterns of patients with locally advanced or recurrent/metastatic cervical cancer in Italy. By reviewing medical records from oncologic clinics between January 2018 and December 2021, the study will capture data on patient demographics, disease characteristics, and treatment approaches. The study will categorize patients based on risk levels and assess differences in treatment strategies. This retrospective analysis will provide valuable insights into the management of cervical cancer in the specified population.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older diagnosed with locally advanced, recurrent, or metastatic cervical cancer who received treatment between January 2018 and December 2021.

Not a fit: Patients currently participating in pharmacological clinical trials or those treated with specific medications like Pembrolizumab, Olaparib, or Levantinib may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of cervical cancer treatment patterns, potentially leading to improved patient outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: While this study is observational and retrospective, similar studies have provided valuable insights into treatment patterns and outcomes in cancer care.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient (or their legally acceptable representatives) must have signed and dated the Informed Consent \& Privacy Form (ICF)
* Age ≥18 years
* Diagnosis of a cervical cancer
* Locally advanced stage (not suitable for curative surgery) or recurrent or metastatic disease
* Any treatment received between January 2018 and December 2021 for advanced disease

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients participating in a pharmacological clinical trial for the treatment of advanced disease
* Patients who participated in a clinical trial
* Patients who were administered with Pembrolizumab, Olaparib or Levantinib or medications from these class of drugs

Where this trial is running

Bologna, Bologna and 10 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 Cervical CancerLocally Advanced Cervical CancerRecurrent Cervical CancerMetastatic Cervical Cancer
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.