Improving proton therapy for liver cancer treatment
High-Precision Proton Therapy for Liver Cancer: Developing an End-to-end Strategy with Real-time Liver Tumor Localization and On-the-fly Plan Delivery Adaptation
This study is looking at a new way to make proton therapy for liver cancer even better by using special imaging to track tumors in real-time, helping doctors deliver radiation more accurately while protecting healthy tissue, so patients can have a safer and more effective treatment experience.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ut Southwestern Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Dallas, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10993207 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing proton therapy for liver cancer by developing a method that allows real-time tracking of liver tumors during treatment. It aims to improve the precision of radiation delivery while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues. The approach utilizes advanced imaging techniques and motion tracking to adapt treatment plans on-the-fly, addressing challenges posed by liver movement during respiration. By integrating these technologies, the research seeks to optimize patient outcomes in liver cancer management.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with liver cancer who are considering proton therapy as a treatment option.
Not a fit: Patients with liver cancer who are not eligible for proton therapy or those with advanced disease stages may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and safer treatment options for patients with liver cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results with similar motion tracking techniques in other types of cancer treatments, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Dallas, United States
- Ut Southwestern Medical Center — Dallas, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zhang, You — Ut Southwestern Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Zhang, You
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.