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LITT + Radiation for Brain Tumor (GCCC 19140 Trial)
GCCC 19140 Trial Summary
This trial is testing a new way to treat patients with brain tumors that have come back. The treatment involves using a laser to heat up and destroy the tumor, and then using radiation to kill any remaining cancer cells.
GCCC 19140 Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowGCCC 19140 Trial Timeline
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.GCCC 19140 Trial Design
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- My cancer has spread to the lower part of my brain or its lining.My brain MRI shows a tumor 6 cm or smaller.I am 22 years old or older.You cannot have a MRI scan.I have had radiation therapy for my brain tumor before.I have had cancer come back but haven't had repeat radiation therapy.I am a woman who can have children and I have a negative pregnancy test from the last 28 days.I will only get more radiation if tests after my laser therapy show cancer has returned.I cannot undergo surgery for a stereotactic biopsy or laser ablation.I have heart problems that affect my daily activities.I can care for myself but may need occasional help.My brain tumor has come back or gotten worse after treatment.It has been at least 8 weeks since my last radiation treatment.
- Group 1: Experimental: LITT with Hypofractionated radiation therapy
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current participant count for this investigation?
"Affirmative, the information present on clinicaltrials.gov reveals that this medical experiment is actively searching for subjects. It was initially posted online on August 1st 2020 and updated lastly on October 10th 2022. 32 individuals are necessary from 4 different research sites."
To what extent is this trial being conducted in hospitals across the country?
"This trial is currently being conducted at 4 separate facilities located in Bel Air, Glen Burnie, Columbia and a few other locations. To reduce commute times for participants, it may be best to select the clinic that is geographically closest."
Are participants still being recruited for this trial?
"Affirmative, the information hosted on clinicaltrials.gov indicate that this medical experiment is actively searching for volunteers. It was first posted in January 8th 2020 and has since been modified with its most recent update happening October 10th 2022. This research requires 32 participants from 4 distinct sites to be enrolled."
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