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New treatment option for Malignant Pleural Effusion
Official title Oncodrivers in Malignant Pleural Effusions Associated With Non-small Cell Lung Cancer: A Prospective Study.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04806412
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Oncological treatment of patients with disseminated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is depending on the status of programmed death-ligand 1 (PD-L1), anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) and epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR), so called oncodrivers. These can be measured in pleural fluid, but the prevalence is uncertain.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age ≥ 18 years
- Pleural effusion known or suspected of association with NSCLC (pleural fluid cytology positive for cells from NSCLC)
- Patients must be able to give informed consent
You likely can't join if
- Full oncodriver status measured in any pleural fluid in current work-up
- Inability to understand written or spoken Danish.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Næstved, Region Sjælland, Denmark
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
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Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Næstved, Region Sjælland, Denmark. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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