Clinical trials: Asbestos-exposed Workers
Lung Cancer, Mesothelioma
Early Diagnosis of Lung Cancer and Mesothelioma in Prior Asbestos Workers
Occupational exposure to asbestos is known increase the risk of developing cancer of the lungs (bronchogenic carcinoma) or of the pleura (mesothelioma).
- Trial name
- NCT00188890
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 1,452 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University Health Network, Toronto
Mesothelioma, Lung Cancer
Early Detection of Lung Cancer and Mesothelioma in Workers Exposed to Asbestos
This is a pilot study that aims to develop a lung cancer screening program for workers in British Columbia, Canada exposed to asbestos who are at risk of developing lung cancer/pleural mesothelioma.
- Trial name
- NCT01719068
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 200 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- British Columbia Cancer Agency
Lung Cancer, Mesothelioma
Screening of Alberta Asbestos Exposed Workers for Lung Cancer and Mesothelioma
Asbestos defines a group of naturally occurring mineral silicate fibers which are easily inhaled, resulting in a variety of diseases of the respiratory system including lung cancer and malignant mesothelioma.
- Trial name
- NCT02385812
- Testing
- Low-dose computed tomography Annual scan x3, Low-dose computed tomography Baseline scan only
- Where
- 2 sites in Canada
- Volunteers
- 200 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary