Urine tests to predict response to immunotherapy in bladder cancer
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This study uses urine “omics” tests (detailed lab patterns from urine) to predict whether immunotherapy will work for people with metastatic urothelial (bladder/urinary tract) cancer. It may help doctors choose the right treatment sooner by identifying who is more likely to benefit.
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Who can take part
- Be older than 20 years
- Have metastatic urothelial carcinoma (bladder/urinary tract cancer that has spread)
- Be about to start immunotherapy (IO) treatment
- Have enough kidney function for the urine testing (eGFR above 15)
- Be well enough to take part (ECOG 0 to 3) and expect to live at least 3 months
- Agree to sign the study consent form
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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