Feasibility of advanced stereotactic radiotherapy for brain metastases

Isotoxic High Dose (iHD) Fractionated Stereotactic Radiation Therapy (fSRT) for Intact Brain Metastases : a Feasibility Study

NA · Ruijin Hospital · NCT06231186

This study is testing a new type of precise radiation treatment for patients with brain metastases to see if it can control tumors better and improve their quality of life compared to standard methods.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment35 (estimated)
SexAll
SponsorRuijin Hospital (other)
Drugs / interventionsradiation
Locations1 site (Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality)
Trial IDNCT06231186 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the feasibility of using advanced stereotactic radiotherapy (iHD-SRT) for patients with brain metastases. It focuses on patients with measurable lesions who can undergo this precise treatment, which aims to improve tumor control while minimizing cognitive side effects. The study is designed to assess the effectiveness of this approach compared to traditional methods, with a focus on patient survival and quality of life. The use of high-resolution technology allows for greater accuracy in targeting tumors, potentially leading to better outcomes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults with confirmed brain metastases who have a good performance status and measurable lesions suitable for stereotactic radiotherapy.

Not a fit: Patients with diffuse brain metastases or severe medical complications that contraindicate radiotherapy may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly improve survival rates and quality of life for patients with brain metastases.

How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on stereotactic radiotherapy, this specific approach is novel and has not been extensively tested in a prospective randomized controlled setting.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Ability to understand and willingness to participate the research and sign the consent form
* ECOG PS 0-2
* The primary or metastatic lesion was confirmed by pathological histology as a malignant tumor
* Head MRI diagnosis of brain metastasis with measurable lesions and technically feasible SRT (no more than 15 in number and 20cc in volume)
* Estimated survival time ≥ 3 months

Exclusion Criteria:

* Diffuse brain metastases, or combined with meningeal metastases, or technically difficult to perform SRT
* With severe internal medicine complications or absolute contraindications for radiotherapy
* other sufficient reasons to be unqualified, such as potential non-compliance with the clinical protocol, etc

Where this trial is running

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality

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.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Brain Metastases, Adult, Stereotactic Radiotherapy

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.