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Epigenetic Regulation of Colorectal Polyps and Cancer
Sponsor: Region Skane
Summary
The goal of this study is to learn about the epigenetic and genetic regulation (microRNA/mRNA) of colorectal polyps and their evolvement as polyps and to colorectal cancer. Furthermore, the study aims at investigating whether certain epigenetic features, linked to polyps and/or cancer are traceable in blood samples. The main questions the study aims to answer are: 1. Are there specific microRNA/mRNA that are expressed in different types of polyps and cancers and their respective stages? 2. Is microRNA/mRNA expression in polyps and cancer traceable in blood from the same patient? 3. Is the intestinal microbiata correlated with colorectal polyps and cancer and their microRNA/mRNA expression? Type of study: clinical trial Participant population Participants consist of patients undergoing a scheduled colonoscopy where a polyp or cancer is discovered. Healthy controls, with normal colonoscopy findings will be enrolled. Biopsies will be obtained from polyps/cancers and from normal surrounding intestinal mucosa. Biopsies will be obtained from defined intestinal locations from healthy controls. Blood samples will be collected from all participants. Researchers will compare microRNA/mRNA and microbiota in patients with polyps/cancers and their respective stages as well as healthy controls. Comparisons include biopsies and blood samples.
Official title: Epigenetic Regulation of Colorectal Polyps and Cancer and Its Traceability in Blood
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
400
Start Date
2024-01-03
Completion Date
2026-04
Last Updated
2024-04-23
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Intestinal biopsies
Approximately 6 biopsies (each around 2-3mm in size) are taken from the polyp or cancer, as well as adjacent healthy intestinal mucosa, during a scheduled colonoscopy. For healthy controls, around 6 biopsies are taken from the healthy intestinal mucosa. The intestinal biopsies are frozen at -80 degrees Celsius.
Blood sample
A venous blood sample (10ml) will be taken in connection with the colonoscopy. Patients typically receive an intravenous needle for the administration of sedatives and pain-relieving medications during the colonoscopy, so the current blood sample does not cause any additional needle sticks or discomfort for the patient. The blood sample is centrifuged, and the plasma is frozen at -80 degrees Celsius.
Locations (1)
Skane University Hospital, Malmö, section of Surgery
Malmo, Skåne County, Sweden