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Contrast-Enhanced CBCT for Abdominal/Pelvic Cancer

Phase < 1
Recruiting
Led By David Horowitz, MD
Research Sponsored by Columbia University
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
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Must have
Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) Performance Status of 0-3
Subject requiring image-guided external beam radiotherapy to abdominal or pelvic tumor with cone beam CT deemed clinically necessary by the treating physician
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to 18 months
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Study Summary

This trial is testing whether adding IV contrast to a CBCT scan can improve outcomes for people receiving IGRT for abdominal/pelvic tumors.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults over 18 needing image-guided radiotherapy for abdominal or pelvic tumors, with proper kidney function (creatinine <1.9 mg/dL), no recent IV contrast use, and no severe allergies to CT contrast media. Pregnant or nursing individuals, those with advanced kidney disease, single/transplanted kidneys, or inability to fast are excluded.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests if using IV contrast during CBCT scans improves imaging for guiding radiation therapy in treating abdominal/pelvic tumors. Participants will receive a saline solution and Omnipaque injection before undergoing enhanced CBCT as part of their treatment planning.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects include allergic reactions to the IV contrast used in the scan (Omnipaque), such as itching or rash; kidney function changes due to the contrast agent; and discomfort from fasting required before procedures.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I can care for myself but may not be able to do heavy physical work.
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My doctor says I need special radiation for my abdominal or pelvic tumor.
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I am 18 years old or older.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~up to 18 months
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and up to 18 months for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Blinded Match between contrast and non-contrast enhanced CBCT
Physician Survey of attitude about the utility of contrast-enhanced cone beam CT

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Contrast Enhanced Cone Beam CTExperimental Treatment4 Interventions
60 seconds after the start of the administration of IV contrast, cone beam CT will be initiated.
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
0.9% Saline
2011
Completed Phase 4
~32970
Radiation Therapy
2017
Completed Phase 3
~7250
Cone Beam CT
2009
N/A
~160

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Columbia UniversityLead Sponsor
1,433 Previous Clinical Trials
2,447,244 Total Patients Enrolled
David Horowitz, MDPrincipal InvestigatorAssistant Professor of Radiation Oncology at Columbia University Medical Center

Media Library

Radiation Therapy Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04199754 — Phase < 1
Pelvic Cancer Research Study Groups: Contrast Enhanced Cone Beam CT
Pelvic Cancer Clinical Trial 2023: Radiation Therapy Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04199754 — Phase < 1
Radiation Therapy 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04199754 — Phase < 1

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Are there any precedential studies regarding the efficacy of Radiation Therapy?

"Presently, 10 clinical trials related to Radiation Therapy are still in progress with none at Phase 3. Notably, there is a concentration of these studies held in Joplin, Missouri and 173 other sites across the country conducting tests for this medical intervention."

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Does this research initiative currently accept participants?

"Affirmative. According to clinicaltrials.gov, this medical trial has been open for recruitment since October 1st 2020 and was recently updated on March 7th 2022. The study seeks 15 individuals from a single participating centre."

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What is the enrollment rate for this clinical trial?

"Affirmative, the latest update available on clinicaltrials.gov shows that this investigation is actively recruiting participants; it was initially posted back in October 2020 and edited as recently as March 2022. Specifically, 15 individuals across a single site are being recruited into the trial."

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~3 spots leftby Apr 2025