Using stereotactic radiotherapy for treating thoracic tumors

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the safety and efficacy of stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) for malignant tumors located in different areas of the chest. It categorizes tumors based on their proximity to critical structures such as the chest wall and bronchial tree, aiming to understand how these factors influence treatment outcomes and toxicity. The research focuses on patients with tumors that are 5cm or smaller and assesses the effectiveness of SBRT in providing localized control while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue. By analyzing various tumor types, the study seeks to optimize treatment protocols for thoracic cancers.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Pathological diagnosis was malignant tumor.
* The location of the target lesion belongs to one of five types and the lesion diameter is ≤ 5cm.
* There is no extensive systemic metastasis or although there is metastasis, the metastasis have been controlled by previous treatment.
* KPS\>70, no serious or uncontrolled underlying diseases, such as severe or uncontrolled hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases and organ dysfunction, and patients are expected to be tolerated by radiotherapy.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Poor basic pulmonary function or symptom correlation caused by various reasons, unable to lie flat or cooperate with treatment.
* The general condition is poor, and the expected survival time is less than 3 months.
* Psychiatric patients or poor compliance, unable to cooperate to complete treatment.
* For other reasons, the researcher believes that it is not suitable to participate in this trial.

Where it's running

• Peking University Third Hospital
  Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Zhe Ji, M.D.
• Email: aschoff@163.com
• Phone: 008618710002823

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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.