🏛️ Verified NIH Record • Updated 2023-07-31
Microbiome and Rectal Cancer (NCT04223102)
Rectal Microbiome Variability Among Rectal Cancer Cohorts Including Complete Clinical Responders, Pathologic Responders, and Early Recurrence
🔵 Active, Not Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic 🩺 Clinical Procedure Protocol Sponsor: University of South Florida
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The purpose of our study is to determine if an association exists between the microbiome of those with rectal adenocarcinoma who are complete pathologic responders and those who have a partial or no response to neoadjuvant therapy.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Tampa General Hospital — Tampa, Florida
Age range: 18 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Tissue collection (PROCEDURE)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (3 Sites)
- Tampa General Hospital — Tampa, Florida
- University of South Florida - South Tampa Campus — Tampa, Florida
- University of South Florida — Tampa, Florida
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.