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NCT04489238 Collection of Information to Better Understand Young Onset Colorectal Cancer

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NCT ID NCT04489238
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Condition Colorectal Cancer
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment 1,366 participants
Start Date 2020-07-22
Primary Completion 2026-07-22

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Interventions
Risk Factor Questionnaire

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What to Expect as a Participant

This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.

This trial targets 1,366 participants in total. It began in 2020-07-22 with a primary completion date of 2026-07-22.

⚠ This information is for research awareness only. Always consult your physician before joining any clinical trial. Participation is voluntary and you may withdraw at any time.

Brief Summary

The purpose of this registry study is to create a database-a collection of information-for better understanding young onset colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer patients are considered to have young onset colorectal cancer if they are diagnosed with their cancer before the age of 50. Researchers will use the information from this database to learn more about how young onset colorectal cancer may be similar to or different from colorectal cancer that is diagnosed later in life. Researchers will also use information from the database for current and future research on young onset colorectal cancer.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: Participant Inclusion Criteria for database and questionnaire (YOGI) * Histological or cytological diagnosis of gastrointestinal cancer * 18 - 49 years old at time of consent * No Known hereditary CRC or other cancer predisposition syndrome (stool collection cohort only) * No history of inflammatory bowel disease (stool collection cohort only) * No prior diagnosis of gastrointestinal cancer (stool collection cohort only) Participant Inclusion Criteria for database and questionnaire (Controls) * Histological or cytological diagnosis of colorectal adenocarcinoma * No previous treatment for CRC (including surgery, chemotherapy, immunotherapy or radiation) * Age 50 or older at time of consent * No Known hereditary CRC or other cancer predisposition syndrome * No history of inflammatory bowel disease * No prior diagnosis of CRC

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Andrea Cercek, MD

✉ cerceka@mskcc.org

📞 646-888-4189

Principal Investigator

Andrea Cercek, MD

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT04489238 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Colorectal Cancer. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT04489238 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT04489238 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at cerceka@mskcc.org for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT04489238 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Basking Ridge, United States, Middletown, United States, Montvale, United States, Commack, United States and 4 additional locations.

Who is sponsoring the NCT04489238 clinical trial?

NCT04489238 is sponsored by Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. The principal investigator is Andrea Cercek, MD at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. The trial plans to enroll 1,366 participants.

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