Analyzing changes during radiation therapy for cancer treatment
Intra- and Inter-fraction Changes in Radiation Therapy
This study is testing how changes in tumors and nearby healthy organs during radiation therapy can help doctors improve treatment for cancer patients.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Medical College of Wisconsin Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Milwaukee, Wisconsin) |
| Trial ID | NCT02344121 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to analyze and quantify the changes in tumor target volumes and surrounding normal organs during and after radiation therapy. By examining intra-fraction and inter-fraction changes, the research team seeks to enhance the understanding of how Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART) can be tailored for specific tumor types. The findings will help radiation oncologists select appropriate ART strategies, potentially improving the accuracy of radiation delivery and reducing treatment-related toxicities.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients who have completed radiation therapy for cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who refuse voluntary participation will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more precise radiation therapy techniques that minimize side effects and improve cancer control.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in improving radiation therapy techniques through similar adaptive approaches.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: °Completed radiation therapy Exclusion Criteria: °Subjects who refuse voluntary participation
Where this trial is running
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Froedtert Hospital — Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Eric Paulson, PhD — Medical College of Wisconsin
- Study coordinator: Medical College of Wisconsin Cancer Center Clinical Trials Office
- Email: cccto@mcw.edu
- Phone: 414-805-8900
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.