Study of muscle loss in colon cancer patients
Part of Brain & nervous system, Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial looks at muscle loss (called sarcopenia) in people with colon cancer to test an intervention that may help strength or recovery. If you’re age 70 or older and meet the cancer and health requirements, you may be able to take part.
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Who can take part
- Be at least 70 years old
- Have colon cancer (colon adenocarcinoma), not rectal cancer
- Have no other cancer spread at the same time (no synchronous metastasis)
- Not need urgent surgery right now
- Be able to do daily activities at a level doctors consider ok (ECOG 0 to 2)
- Be able to sign consent and follow the study plan
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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