Chemotherapy for Cancer
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to understand why some cancer patients experience heart problems after chemotherapy while others do not. Researchers will collect blood samples and review medical records to identify patterns or markers that might predict these heart issues. The trial seeks participants who have undergone chemotherapy, regardless of whether they have experienced heart problems, as well as those about to start treatments known to affect the heart. Joining this trial could help uncover ways to prevent or manage heart-related side effects of cancer treatment. As an unphased study, this trial offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research that could improve heart health for cancer patients.
Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about this trial because it aims to find new ways to predict heart problems caused by cancer treatments. Unlike existing methods that focus on treating heart issues after they appear, this study looks at identifying biomarkers—specific indicators in the blood that can flag potential heart damage early. This proactive approach could help doctors tailor cancer treatments more safely, minimizing risks and enhancing patient care.
Who Is on the Research Team?
Nadine Norton, PhD
Principal Investigator
Mayo Clinic
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Observation
Patients undergo blood sample collection and have their medical records reviewed
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for any changes in heart function following chemotherapy
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Patients undergo blood sample collection and have their medical records reviewed on study.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Mayo Clinic
Lead Sponsor
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Collaborator
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
Collaborator
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