Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 75

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 typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
Enrollment30 (estimated)
SponsorN.N. Petrov National Medical Research Center of Oncology
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsradiation
Locations1 site (Saint Petersburg)
StatusRecruiting
StartedFebruary 1, 2020
Main results expectedJuly 1, 2022
Study endsJuly 1, 2028
Registry record updatedApril 1, 2020
Trial IDNCT04330456 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

  • National Research Center of Oncology named after N.N.Petrov
    Saint Petersburg, Russia
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.