Combined treatment for soft tissue sarcoma using radiation therapy and surgery
Official title: Combined Treatment of Patients With Soft Tissue Sarcoma Including Preoperative Stereotactic Radiation Therapy and Postoperative Conformal Radiation Therapy
Run by N.N. Petrov National Medical Research Center of Oncology · NCT04330456 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new three-step treatment for people with soft tissue sarcoma that combines radiation therapy before and after surgery to see if it helps improve their outcomes.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | N.N. Petrov National Medical Research Center of Oncology Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Saint Petersburg) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | February 1, 2020 |
| Main results expected | July 1, 2022 |
| Study ends | July 1, 2028 |
| Registry record updated | April 1, 2020 |
| Trial ID | NCT04330456 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are adults with a morphologically verified diagnosis of soft tissue sarcoma who are eligible for radical surgery.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with recurrent tumors, previous radiation treatment, or conditions that may affect treatment outcomes are unlikely to benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This clinical trial involves a three-step treatment approach for patients with soft tissue sarcoma. Initially, patients receive preoperative stereotactic radiation therapy in a hypofractionation mode, followed by surgery 14-21 days later. After surgery, postoperative conformal radiation therapy is administered according to standard protocols. The radiation therapy plans are meticulously designed using MRI and CT scans to ensure precise targeting of the tumor and surrounding tissues.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could improve surgical outcomes and reduce the risk of tumor recurrence in patients with soft tissue sarcoma.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promising results with similar combined approaches of radiation therapy and surgery for soft tissue sarcoma, indicating potential for success.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * morphologically verified diagnosis of soft tissue sarcoma * first diagnosed tumor process * ability to perform radical surgery * signed informed consent * indications for stereotactic and conformal radiation therapy * no contraindications for radiation and surgical treatment Exclusion Criteria: * previous radiation treatment * acute infection * pregnancy, lactation * recurrent tumor * refuse to sign informed consent * conditions that can affect the outcome of treatment (immunodeficiency, tuberculosis, etc.) * tumor topography and volume that don't allow to perform stereotactic and conformal radiation therapy.
Where it's running
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National Research Center of Oncology named after N.N.Petrov
Saint Petersburg, Russia Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Grigory Zinovev, PhD
- Email: zinovevgrigory@gmail.com
- Phone: +79213405814
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.