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NCT00001160 Studies on Tumors of the Thyroid

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NCT ID NCT00001160
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
Condition Hurthle Cell Thyroid Cancer
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment 2,500 participants
Start Date 1977-06-01
Primary Completion

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 6 Months
Max Age 98 Years
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Interventions
68-Gallium Dotatate

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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 2,500 participants in total. It began in 1977-06-01.

⚠ 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

Participants in this study will be patients diagnosed with or suspected to have a thyroid nodule or thyroid cancer. The main purpose of this study is to further understand the methods for the diagnosis and treatment of thyroid nodules and thyroid cancer. Many of the test performed are in the context of standard medical care that is offered to all patients with thyroid nodules or thyroid cancer. Other tests are performed for research purposes. In addition, blood and tissue samples will be taken for research and genetic studies.

Eligibility Criteria

* INCLUSION CRITERIA: In order to be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all of the following criteria: 1. Male or female, adults or children \>= 6 months+. 2. Patients with known or suspected thyroid nodules and/or thyroid cancer. 3. At risk family members of patients who have a genetic susceptibility to developing thyroid cancer. EXCLUSION CRITERIA: An individual who meets any of the following criteria will be excluded from participation in this study: 1\. Serious underlying medical conditions that restrict diagnostic testing or therapy such as renal failure, congestive cardiac failure or active coexisting non-thyroid carcinoma requiring intervention before thyroid cancer is addressed.

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Padmasree Veeraraghavan, R.N.

✉ padmasree.veeraraghavan@nih.gov

📞 (301) 451-7710

Principal Investigator

Joanna Klubo-Gwiezdzinska, M.D.

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT00001160 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 6 Months or older, up to 98 Years, studying Hurthle Cell Thyroid Cancer. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT00001160 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT00001160 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at padmasree.veeraraghavan@nih.gov for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT00001160 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Bethesda, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT00001160 clinical trial?

NCT00001160 is sponsored by National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). The principal investigator is Joanna Klubo-Gwiezdzinska, M.D. at National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). The trial plans to enroll 2,500 participants.

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