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New treatment option for Abdominal Cancer
Official title Inhale and Exhale Breath Holds to Improve the Radiation Therapy Accuracy in People With Upper Abdominal Cancers
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07594691
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This is a prospective quality improvement study. The INEX RT P study will prospectively evaluate INEX RT R that optimizes radiation dose delivery to the target while minimizing dose to critical organs at risk (OAR) by treating patients with different phases of breath hold (inhale and exhale) during the same course of SBRT.
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
- Age ≥ 18
- Any patient undergoing radiation therapy for a cancer lesion in the abdomen in close proximity to OARs that is hypothesized to have differential...
- Patients need at least 3 fractions of RT
- Critical OARs are within 2 cm of luminal GI structures, chest wall, or previous radiation fields
- Able to receive and understand verbal and written information regarding study and able to give written informed consent
You likely can't join if
- Inability to perform inhale or exhale breath holds during standard workflow CT simulation evaluation
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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 Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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