New treatment option for Renal Tumor
Official title Pencil Beam Scanning in Patients With Renal Tumors
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03810651
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This is a pilot study to assess acute toxicity in patients receiving flank irradiation using proton therapy for renal tumors.
- Phase 1: an early, usually small safety study
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 0 to 30
You may be able to join if
- Less than 30 years of age
- Diagnosis a. Any patient with Wilms tumor or clear cell sarcoma of the kidney who would require radiation therapy as standard of care including
- Any patient with favorable histology (FH), stage III disease
- Any patient with focal or diffuse anaplasia
- Any patient with CCSK
You likely can't join if
- Prior radiotherapy to the region of the study cancer
- Chemotherapy administered for diagnosis of Wilms tumor or CCSK
- Pregnant or breastfeeding
See the full eligibility criteria
- Less than 30 years of age
- Diagnosis a. Any patient with Wilms tumor or clear cell sarcoma of the kidney who would require radiation therapy as standard of care including
- Any patient with favorable histology (FH), stage III disease
- Any patient with focal or diffuse anaplasia
- Any patient with CCSK
- The patient is a candidate for external beam radiotherapy based on standard of care for treatment of Wilms tumor or CCSK
- Prior radiotherapy to the region of the study cancer
- Chemotherapy administered for diagnosis of Wilms tumor or CCSK
- Pregnant or breastfeeding
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 0 years to 30 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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