Registry of patients treated with proton beam therapy
Proton Therapy Patient Registry
Case Comprehensive Cancer Center · NCT02986048
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 |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 999 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Case Comprehensive Cancer Center (other) |
| Drugs / interventions | radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Cleveland, Ohio) |
| Trial ID | NCT02986048 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
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.
Who should consider this trial
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.
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.
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 performed: 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.
Eligibility criteria
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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 this trial is running
Cleveland, Ohio
- 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 participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Treatment With Proton Beam Radiation Therapy, proton beam, registry, radiation, cancer