Registry of patients treated with proton beam therapy
Official title: Proton Therapy Patient Registry
Run by Case Comprehensive Cancer Center · NCT02986048 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a database of patients treated with proton beam therapy for cancer to see how well it works and how safe it is.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 999 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Case Comprehensive Cancer Center Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Cleveland, Ohio) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | November 22, 2016 |
| Main results expected | December 2027 |
| Study ends | December 2027 |
| Registry record updated | April 9, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT02986048 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are patients who have been treated with proton beam therapy at the UH Proton Therapy Center and can provide informed consent.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are unable to understand the informed consent document or have not received proton beam therapy at the center will not 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 observational study aims to establish a comprehensive database of patients who have received proton beam radiation therapy at the University Hospitals Proton Therapy Center. By collecting and analyzing data on patient demographics, tumor characteristics, treatment details, and outcomes, the study seeks to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of this specialized radiation treatment. The registry will facilitate ongoing assessments of patient outcomes over time, contributing valuable insights into the use of proton therapy for cancer treatment.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this registry could enhance understanding of proton therapy outcomes, leading to improved treatment protocols and patient care.
How similar studies have gone: While observational registries are common, this specific approach to tracking proton therapy outcomes is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients treated with proton beam at the UH Proton Therapy Center * Patients who have the ability to understand and be willing to sign a written informed consent document Exclusion Criteria: * Patients or legal guardians who are unable to understand informed consent document
Where it's running
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University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Case Comprehensive Cancer Center
Cleveland, Ohio, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: David B Mansur, MD — University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Case Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: David B Mansur, MD
- Email: CTUReferral@UHhospitals.org
- Phone: 1-800-641-2422
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.