159 Clinical Trials for Various Conditions
The purpose of this research is to determine whether bladder cancer monitoring can be improved by replacing some cystoscopy procedures with urine testing. Specifically, this study examines whether there are any differences in urinary symptoms, discomfort, number of invasive procedures, anxiety, complications, cancer recurrence or cancer progression when some cystoscopy procedures are replaced with urine testing.
Men with indolent forms of prostate cancer are managed expectantly using active surveillance, with a goal of delaying treatment and its deleterious side effects. However, almost 50% of men experience progression with this approach and require treatment. Elevated body mass index (BMI) is associated with a dramatically increased risk of progression to higher grade prostate cancer. The goal of the proposed research is to gather preliminary data evaluating the effects of a promising dietary strategy to delay cancer progression in overweight and obese prostate cancer patients undergoing active surveillance. The investigators hypothesize that a ketogenic diet intervention may reduce BMI and favorably alter the prostate microenvironment.
The Breast Cancer Surveillance Consortium (BCSC) database contains data from 1994-2009 on breast cancer screening, quality, and outcomes, and its main goal is to advance breast cancer research. This project is funded to maintain the BCSC database and share the data with investigators. Our objectives are to: * Maintain the BCSC pooled database using secure methods that protect the confidentiality of women, radiologists, facilities, and BCSC registries; * Encourage and facilitate sharing of BCSC research resources, and continue developing and implementing our communications plan to expand resource dissemination; * Provide statistical and scientific expertise to researchers, distribute customized limited datasets, and analyze BCSC data; * Develop and support a new web-based dynamic query tool and other electronic interfaces to efficiently share aggregated BCSC data with the public.
The purpose of this study is to observe predictors of pituitary tumor recurrence and markers of persistent disease activity in patients harboring pituitary mass lesions of all types.
Sexual and gender minority (SGM) individuals experience significant cancer-related health disparities across the cancer continuum. The overall goal of this proposal is to assess multi-level barriers associated with sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) data collection in the health record as well as implementation factors including feasibility, acceptability, and data completeness. The results of this study will make a significant impact by making SOGI data available for research, addressing barriers to SOGI data collection in a large comprehensive cancer center, and informing compassionate cancer care for SGM people.
Despite the widespread use of colonoscopy, the ongoing challenge of potentially missing polyps remains. Previous studies have independently shown that both Endocuff, a colonoscope attachment device for polyp detection, and Computer-Aided Detection (CADe) systems have individually demonstrated enhanced lesion detection and safety. This study seeks to evaluate the efficacy of combining the Endocuff CADe versus using CADe alone in colonoscopy procedures for colorectal cancer screening and surveillance. This research project aims to ascertain whether the synergistic application of these technologies yields superior outcomes.
The investigators will attempt to improve the patient experience before colonoscopy. The investigators will provide an in-office ipad video series and an electronic web guide to help patients learn all the best ways to prepare for colonoscopy. The investigators will then follow the patients who receive this eGuide to colonoscopy and observe whether or not they enjoyed the additional access to information from their providers, and will monitor whether or not they were better prepared for their colonoscopy.
Lynch syndrome (OMIM #120435) is the most common dominantly inherited colorectal cancer syndrome with an estimated prevalence of 1:270 individuals. It increases the lifetime risk of colorectal and endometrial cancer primarily, but it is associated with a high risk of other cancers (pancreas, stomach, ovarian, central nervous system, skin, among others). It is caused by a germline mutation in one of four DNA mismatch repair genes or a terminal deletion of the MSH2-adjacent gene EpCAM. Despite adherence to cancer surveillance programs, many patients still develop colorectal cancer and endometrial cancer. The Prospective Lynch Syndrome Database (PLSD) suggests that more frequent surveillance intervals do not significantly improve cancer risk reduction. The PLSD also revealed that the incidence of colorectal cancer in MLH1 and MSH2 carriers was even higher than previously expected, reaching as high as 41-36% among MLH1 carriers, regardless of ethnic background. The development of colorectal cancer despite surveillance is an unresolved question. Therefore, there is an unmet need for effective cancer prevention strategies.
The goal of this clinical trial is to see if a software platform can improve cancer screening in young adults with genetic risk for cancer. The trial will also help improve the software platform (Nest). The main questions it aims to answer are: * Do Nest users know more about their cancer risks and recommended care than non-users? * Do Nest users have less psychological distress than non-users? * Do Nest users share cancer risks with family and other doctors more than non-users? * Are Nest users more likely than non-users to have up-to-date care plans? Researchers will compare Nest users to non-users to see if the Nest users are more likely to do recommended cancer screening. Participants will: * Have a genetic counseling or follow up visit * Take a post-visit survey * Intervention arm only: use the Nest Patient Navigator * Complete screening and follow-up care recommended by doctors
The goal of this observational study is to determine if a liquid biopsy (i.e. blood test) is an effective clinical tool for monitoring the development of malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumor (MPNST) among adults (18 years and older) with Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), compared to the current standard of care. The main questions it aims to answer are: How effective is liquid biopsy compared to the current standard of care (clinical surveillance and imaging) for early detection of MPNST development among people with NF1? Can liquid biopsy offer a cost-effective method for early detection of MPNST in people with NF1? Also, can liquid biopsy provide earlier detection that potentially leads to better outcomes? Also, can offering liquid biopsy improve access to care for people experiencing barriers to access (such as minority populations or people in rural areas)? At baseline, participants will be asked to: * Complete surveys to provide their demographic and NF1-related health information. * Report whether or not they are experiencing MPNST-related symptoms. * Provide blood samples (15 mL blood total between three tubes, which is approximately one tablespoon). Every six months during the five-year follow-up period, participants will be asked to: * Complete additional surveys to report whether or not they are experiencing MPNST-related symptoms and/or if they have been diagnosed with a new MPNST. * Provide an additional blood sample (10 mL blood total in one tube). If diagnosed with an MPNST by their healthcare provider during the follow-up period, participants will be asked to: * Complete an additional survey regarding their diagnosis and symptoms. * Provide an additional blood sample (10 mL blood in one tube). * In parallel, the study team will request a sample of tumor tissue from the care provider, if available.
The goal of this research study to help develop a tool to assist patients in making decisions about care during treatment for colorectal cancer. Information collected during this study will be saved to help develop future studies about patient decision making in cancer treatment.
The goal of this study is to compare the findings of virtual (CT-colonography) with findings of optical colonoscopies to determine if virtual colonoscopy is suitable for colorectal cancer surveillance.
The study will help define the best tolerated approach to cystoscopy in women by randomly comparing flexible to rigid cystoscopy. Previous randomized studies evaluated rigid cystoscopy under general anesthesia versus flexible cystoscopy under local anesthesia. As a result of these studies, flexible cystoscopy is performed in the clinic setting generally in males. However, many women have rigid cystoscopy performed in the clinic while the men have flexible cystoscopy. No studies to date have evaluated whether flexible cystoscopy is better tolerated in women compared to rigid cystoscopy in women in the clinic setting.
This study will compare the two imaging modalities (MRI and micro-ultrasound) during Active Surveillance of prostate cancer (PCa). Progression to clinically significant PCa will be assessed by first taking micro-US targeted samples (while blinded to MRI results), followed by MRI targeted samples, finishing with 12 systematic biopsy cores. The primary goal is to compare microUS to MRI for the detection of ≥GG2 PCa at confirmatory biopsy. This study will also collect blood samples from participants to be used for future biomarker studies.
This research study is comparing telemedicine and face-to-face visits to understand patients' experiences with telemedicine versus face to face visits and to understand when it is and is not appropriate to conduct visits remotely
This phase 2 waitlist-controlled, randomized trial is designed to compare the difference in proliferative index (Ki67) between carbohydrate restricted diet and usual care over a 6 month period in men with prostate cancer who have been placed on Active Surveillance. Eligible patients include men over 18 years old, BMI \>25, with their most recently performed biopsy pathologically confirming prostate adenocarcinoma who have been placed on AS. Arms of the trial will be randomized 1:1 in a crossover approach, with Arm A receiving a carb restricted diet over 6 months then SOC and Arm B receiving the waitlist control arm (i.e. SOC then allowed to go on diet after 6 months). Ki67 will be performed on tissue from the most recent biopsy at the beginning of the study and again on tissue obtained in the 6 month SOC biopsy. Every patient will be on the study for 12 months, and the study will continue for approximately 3.5 years.
This study will test the ability of a personalized blood test to determine which head and neck cancer patients will have a recurrence after treatment.
This phase IV trial studies the effects of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) on treatment outcomes in hypogonadal men with prostate cancer that has not spread to other parts of the body (localized) and who are on active surveillance (AS). AS in prostate cancer involves closely watching the patient's condition through regular physical exams and blood tests, but not giving treatment unless there are changes in test results. It can be a practical alternative to treatment in localized prostate cancer. Hypogonadal men have low testosterone associated with symptoms such as low libido and erectile problems. TRT can be used to treat hypogonadism by increasing testosterone levels, which may improve associated symptoms. TRT is often not used in men with prostate cancer due to concerns it may lead to the cancer growing or spreading. This may lead hypogonadal men to have a poor quality of life or to discontinue AS. TRT may improve treatment and quality of life outcomes in hypogonadal men with localized prostate cancer on active surveillance.
The purpose of this study is to determine whether a 16-week, home-based, virtually supervised exercise program will slow cancer progression of prostate cancer among Black men with prostate cancer undergoing active surveillance. The name of the study intervention involved in this study is: Aerobic high-intensity interval training (HIIT) (training exercise intervention)
The purpose of this study is to determine if ctHPVDNA (circulating tumor HPV DNA) can be used as a non-invasive biomarker for identification and treatment monitoring of cervical cancer by characterizing correlation between plasma ctHPVDNA, urine transrenal HPVDNA (TrHPVDNA) levels and presence of cervical cancer at diagnosis and following definitive intent management.
This research study is designed to develop and test a new supportive care program to help individuals with lung cancer improve their quality of life after cancer treatment is over.
This phase II trial studies the side how well hyperpolarized carbon C 13 pyruvate (HP C-13 pyruvate) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) works in monitoring patients with prostate cancer on active surveillance who have not received treatment. Diagnostic procedures, such as MRI, may help visualize HP C-13 pyruvate uptake and breakdown in tumor cells.
This is a prospective study to determine if the use of curcumin randomized against placebo will reduce cancer progression in patients with prostate cancer undergoing active surveillance.
This study will evaluate the safety and efficacy of a prostate cancer vaccine named Proscavax (Prostate-specific antigen(PSA) / Interleukin-2(IL-2) / Granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor(GM-CSF)) in patients with localized prostate cancer. The goal of the study is to determine if vaccine administration results in a change in the rate of prostate cancer progression when compared to a no-treatment control group of active surveillance patients. The researchers are interested in evaluating the proportion of participants with prostate cancer progression at 2 years following administration of Proscavax or active surveillance, the effect of the vaccine on prostate-specific antigen (PSA) doubling time and the assessment of adverse events in these patients. Eligible patients in this study will include men who are 18 years and older and who have a previously untreated early stage prostate cancer regardless of the date of diagnosis.
This pilot trial studies how well Watchful Living works in improving quality of life in participants with prostate cancer that has not spread to other parts of the body who are on active surveillance and their partners. A social support lifestyle intervention (called Watchful Living) may help African American prostate cancer participants and their partners improve their quality of life, physical activity, diet, and inflammation.
The primary purpose of this study was to compare the time to prostate cancer progression (pathological or therapeutic progression) between patients treated with enzalutamide versus patients undergoing active surveillance.
The purpose of this study is to investigate if blue light cystoscopy with Cysview improves detection of tumors in patients with bladder cancer during surveillance cystoscopy, using the KARL STORZ D-Light C PDD Flexible Videoscope System. Another purpose is to investigate if Cysview and blue light is safe and effective when used repeatedly.
This randomized phase II trial studies how well PROSTVAC (prostate-specific antigen \[PSA\]-TRICOM) works in preventing disease progression in patients with prostate cancer undergoing active surveillance. Vaccines made from a person's tumor cells may help the body build an effective immune response to kill tumor cells that express PSA.
This randomized phase II trial studies pomegranate-extract pill in preventing tumor growth in patients with prostate cancer that is limited to a certain part of the body (localized), who have chosen observation as their treatment plan. The use of pomegranate-extract pill may slow disease progression in patients with localized prostate cancer.
In a prospective, randomized, controlled study, two methods (water method vs. air method) of performing colonoscopy will be compared in patients undergoing unsedated colonoscopy for CRC screening. The investigators hypothesize that: 1. Study method increases overall cecal intubation with comparable assessment of current experience and patient willingness to repeat future colonoscopy compared with conventional colonoscopy 2. Study method improves bowel preparation and increases polyp pickup rate