About This Study
The purpose of this study is to find out if low muscle mass plays a role in side effects from colorectal cancer treatment.
Newly diagnosed colorectal cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. During the usual treatment for your cancer, your side effects will be noted. Three times in a year you will complete a survey and a set of simple strength tests during your regular doctor appointments. Study team will discuss study details with you.
What Activities Are a Part of this Study?
- Informed Consent Review
- Review of Medical History
- Study Visits and Consultations
- Surveys/Questionnaires
- Laboratory and Imaging Tests
- Specimen Sample Collection
Age & Gender
- 60 - 100 years old
- All Genders
Language
- This study enrolls English and Spanish speakers
Additional Study Information
- No compensation provided
- No reimbursement offered
Study Locations
- Greater Winston-Salem, NC