New treatment option for Lung Cancer
Official title A Study of Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) for People With Lung Cancer That Has Spread to the Brain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05419076
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of the study is to see if stereotactic radiosurgery/SRS is an effective treatment for people with a new diagnosis of brain metastases from small cell lung cancer/SCLC.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Histologic diagnosis of small cell lung cancer
- Radiographic diagnosis of up to 20 brain metastases on contrast-enhanced MRI
- Age 18 and above
- Performance status KPS 60-100/ECOG 0-2
- Female patients must be of non-reproductive potential or have a negative serum pregnancy test at the time of enrollment
You likely can't join if
- Unable to undergo contrast-enhanced MRI brain
- Leptomeningeal disease confirmed on lumbar puncture, MRI brain, or MRI spine
- Pregnant or lactating women
- Prior brain-directed radiotherapy
- Uncontrolled systemic disease without reasonable systemic therapy options felt likely to result in death as observed on CT or PET/CT imaging, no more...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Histologic diagnosis of small cell lung cancer
- Radiographic diagnosis of up to 20 brain metastases on contrast-enhanced MRI
- Age 18 and above
- Performance status KPS 60-100/ECOG 0-2
- Female patients must be of non-reproductive potential or have a negative serum pregnancy test at the time of enrollment
- The patient or legally authorized representative is able to provide informed consent
- Unable to undergo contrast-enhanced MRI brain
- Leptomeningeal disease confirmed on lumbar puncture, MRI brain, or MRI spine
- Pregnant or lactating women
- Prior brain-directed radiotherapy
- Uncontrolled systemic disease without reasonable systemic therapy options felt likely to result in death as observed on CT or PET/CT imaging, no more than 3 months before study enrollment
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Basking Ridge, New Jersey, United States
- Middletown, New Jersey, United States
- Montvale, New Jersey, United States
- Commack, New York, United States
- Harrison, New York, United States
- New York, New York, United States
- Rockville Centre, New York, 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?
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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, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Basking Ridge, New Jersey, United States; Middletown, New Jersey, United States; Montvale, New Jersey, United States; Commack, New York, United States; Harrison, New York, United States; New York, New York, United States and 1 more location(s). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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