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How many patients are needed?
The NHS trial aims to involve over 20,000 patients aged 45 and over. They must also be experiencing symptoms like persistent bloating or stomach pain, which could indicate hard-to-find cancers. This large number helps researchers gather enough data to assess the tests' effectiveness.
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