Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Understanding quality of life and outcomes in anal cancer patients

Official title: ANCA II - Quality of Life and Functional Outcome in Patients With Anal Cancer

Run by Sahlgrenska University Hospital · NCT04792892 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how anal cancer affects patients' quality of life and health outcomes from diagnosis through treatment to see what challenges they face.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment600 (estimated)
SponsorSahlgrenska University Hospital
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations1 site (Gothenburg)
StatusRecruiting
StartedAugust 1, 2021
Main results expectedApril 1, 2025
Study endsApril 1, 2035
Registry record updatedDecember 8, 2023
Trial IDNCT04792892 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years old who have been diagnosed with anal squamous carcinoma within the last two months.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are unable to provide informed consent 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 observational study focuses on patients diagnosed with anal cancer to assess their quality of life and functional outcomes. It aims to track patients from the point of diagnosis, monitoring early treatment toxicity and long-term morbidity following chemotherapy and radiotherapy. By utilizing questionnaires, the study seeks to gather comprehensive data on the experiences and challenges faced by these patients throughout their treatment journey.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the quality of life and long-term effects of treatment for anal cancer patients, potentially guiding future care strategies.

How similar studies have gone: While there have been studies on quality of life in cancer patients, this specific focus on anal cancer outcomes is relatively novel and underexplored.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Age \> 18 years
* Anal squamous carcinoma diagnosed within the last 2 months

Exclusion Criteria:

-No informed consent

Where it's running

  • Dept. of Surgery, Sahlgrenska University Hospital/Ostra
    Gothenburg, Sweden
    Recruiting

Study contacts

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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.