Comparing Stereotactic Radiosurgery and Whole Brain Radiotherapy for Breast Cancer with Brain Metastases

Stereotactic Radiosurgery vs Whole Brain Radiotherapy in Breast Cancer With Brain Oligometastasis- A Randomised Controlled Phase 3 Trial

Phase 3 Interventional Pgimer · NCT05144867

This study is testing whether Stereotactic Radiosurgery or Whole Brain Radiotherapy helps breast cancer patients with brain metastases live longer and feel better.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 3
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment98 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorPgimer
Drugs / interventionsradiation
Locations1 site (Chandigarh)
Trial IDNCT05144867 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This trial evaluates the effectiveness of Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) versus Whole Brain Radiotherapy (WBRT) in improving overall survival and quality of life for breast cancer patients with oligometastatic brain disease. A total of 98 patients will be enrolled, with treatment regimens tailored based on the size and number of brain metastases. The study aims to assess not only survival rates but also the toxicity of radiation and the impact on patients' quality of life. Patients will be randomized and stratified based on their specific clinical characteristics before treatment.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older with histologically confirmed breast cancer and 1 to 3 brain metastases, each measuring no more than 3 cm.

Not a fit: Patients with serious medical comorbidities, prior brain radiotherapy, or more than 3 brain metastases may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a more effective treatment option for breast cancer patients with brain metastases, potentially improving survival and quality of life.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with SRS in similar patient populations, indicating potential for success in this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Age \>=18 years
* Willing to provide informed consent
* Histologically confirmed malignancy with metastatic disease detected on imaging.
* ECOG performance status 0-1
* 1 to 3 brain metastases, each with a maximum diameter of no more than 3 cm on contrast enhanced magnetic resonance imaging(MRI) scans

Exclusion Criteria:

* Serious medical comorbidities
* ECOG \>= 2
* Prior Brain Radiotherapy
* \>3 brain metastasis
* Maximum diameter \>4cm on MRI

Where this trial is running

Chandigarh

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Breast CancerBrain Metastases, AdultStereotactic RadiosurgeryWhole Brain Radiotherapy
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.