Houston, TXNCT05179486Now EnrollingIRB Ready

Cholangiocarcinoma Clinical Trial in Houston, TX

Access cutting-edge cholangiocarcinoma treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Houston. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

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This study follows strict safety protocols and ethical guidelines

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All study-related cholangiocarcinoma treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Houston

    Convenient for TX residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Houston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Cholangiocarcinoma Study in Houston

This study is to learn if certain risk factors (environmental, viral, behavioral, medical, and dietary), tumor markers, and genetic changes can predict the development and outcome of biliary tree cancers. Establishing biomarkers models from patients may help doctors to further understand how biliary tree cancer is affected by different treatments, and why some people's cancer responds differently than others.

Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Pathologically or radiologically confirmed diagnosis of CGC or GBC
With or without prior radiation or chemotherapy
All United States of America (USA) and non USA residents
No age, gender, or racial restriction
Healthy control with no current or history of cancer
Healthy controls are USA and non USA residents
Healthy controls are matched to the cases in age (5 years), gender, and race
Healthy controls are friends and spouses of patients with other than gastro-intestinal (GI) cancers
Chronic Liver Disease (CLD) controls with no current or history of cancer
CLD controls are USA and non USA residents
CLD controls are frequency matched to CGC cases by age (5 years), gender, and race
CLD controls are patients are diagnosed with or without liver biopsy (core or fine needle aspiration)
CLD controls must not have evidence liver cancer diagnosis by computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Houston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05179486) has an active research site in Houston, TX that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Cholangiocarcinoma Treatment Options in Houston, TX

If you're searching for cholangiocarcinoma treatment options in Houston, TX, this clinical trial (NCT05179486) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Houston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced cholangiocarcinoma specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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