RecruitingNCT05734430

Genetics of Appendix Cancer Study

Genetics of Appendix Cancer: The GAP Study

Sponsor

Andreana Holowatyj, PhD, MSCI

Enrollment

700 participants

Start Date

Nov 11, 2022

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Appendiceal Cancer Appendix Cancer Appendiceal Adenocarcinoma Appendiceal Neoplasms Appendiceal Mucinous Neoplasm Appendiceal Carcinoid Tumor Appendiceal Neoplasm Malignant Secondary Appendix Adenocarcinoma Appendix Mucinous Neoplasm Appendix Tumor Appendix Cancer Metastatic Appendix NET Low-Grade Appendix Mucinous Neoplasm High Grade Appendix Mucinous Neoplasm High Grade Appendix Mucinous Adenocarcinoma

Summary

The GAP Study is a prospective cohort study designed to comprehensively investigate genetic variations that may contribute to cancer development among individuals diagnosed with appendix/appendiceal cancer who are ages 18+ years.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Inclusion Criteria11

GAP Social
Known diagnosis of appendix cancer in the United States
Mentally and physically able to consent and participate in the study
GAP Vanderbilt
Known diagnosis of appendix cancer
Diagnosed by and/or consulting with a physician/clinical provider participating in the GAP Study
Mentally and physically able to consent and participate in the study
GAP Parent
Biological parents (mother and/or father) of individuals actively participating in the GAP Study
Residing in the United States
Mentally and physically able to consent and participate in the study