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New treatment option for Esophageal Cancer
Official title CPAP for Esophageal Cancer With Radiotherapy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06037902
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to test the use of CPAP in patients with esophgaeal cancer undergoing radiotherapy. The main questions it aims to answer are: does use of CPAP decrease exposure of normal lung to radiation?
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
- Diagnosis of cancer, with a tumor (primary or secondary) in the esophagus including tumors in the esophagus-stomach junction.
- Age ≥ 18
- Planned RT treatment
- The level of functioning ≥ 60 on the Karnofsky scale
- Life expectancy ≥ two months
You likely can't join if
- A person who meets any of the following exclusion criteria will not be able to participate in the study:
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Significant comorbidity at the starting point that would prevent the use of CPAP
- Hospitalized in an institution by virtue of an administrative order or a court order.
- Special population
- A history of a psychiatric problem that may impair the patient's ability to understand the research requirements or respond to them, or to give his...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Diagnosis of cancer, with a tumor (primary or secondary) in the esophagus including tumors in the esophagus-stomach junction.
- Age ≥ 18
- Planned RT treatment
- The level of functioning ≥ 60 on the Karnofsky scale
- Life expectancy ≥ two months
- All patients must understand the informed consent form document and sign it of their own free will before any test/procedure related to the study is performed.
- Able to undergo simulation and radiation with CPAP
- Candidate patients can be recruited to receive definitive, palliative or pre-operative radiation, with or without chemotherapy.
- A person who meets any of the following exclusion criteria will not be able to participate in the study:
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Significant comorbidity at the starting point that would prevent the use of CPAP
- Hospitalized in an institution by virtue of an administrative order or a court order.
- Special population
- A history of a psychiatric problem that may impair the patient's ability to understand the research requirements or respond to them, or to give his consent
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ramat Gan, Israel
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, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ramat Gan, Israel. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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