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Brief Title: ctDNA and Organ Preservation/Pathologic CR in Rectal Cancer
Official Title: A Study of the Role of Circulating Tumor DNA in Predicting the Likelihood of Organ Preservation or Pathologic Complete Response After Neoadjuvant Therapy for Rectal Cancer
Study ID: NCT05629442
Brief Summary: This prospective observational, non-therapeutic study for patients with T3, T4, or node positive rectal cancer eligible to undergo total neoadjuvant therapy. This research study involves the collection of data and biospecimens (blood and tissue) to see if the presence of circulating tumor DNA (genetic material) ctDNA will help monitor rectal cancer more closely and potentially detect a recurrence before routine scans, performed per standard of care C2i Genomics, a biotechnology company, and the Spier Foundation are supporting this research study by providing funding for the study.
Detailed Description: The research study procedures include screening for eligibility and the collection of data and biospecimens. Non-operative management is offered as part of routine clinical care. It is expected that up to 60 participants will be enrolled, with the goal that 55 participants will take part in this research study . Participants enrolled on the study will remain on study for up to 60 months.
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Eligible Ages: ADULT, OLDER_ADULT
Sex: ALL
Healthy Volunteers: No
Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Mass General Cancer Center Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Newton, Massachusetts, United States
Name: Theodore S. Hong, MD
Affiliation: Massachusetts General Hospital
Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR