Yttrium radiation liquid for cyst-like brain tumors near the pituitary
Part of Brain & nervous system, Cancer, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This Phase 3 trial studies a radioactive liquid called yttrium colloid (90Y) given around the time of surgery for cyst-like tumors near the pituitary gland. The goal is to see if it can improve treatment when you need an operation.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are age 17 or older.
- Your tumor is a cyst-like mass near the pituitary area (sellar/suprasellar/parasellar/intrasellar), shown on imaging or tumor cell/tissue tests.
- Your neurosurgeon believes surgery is needed for your tumor and you can safely have an operation.
- Your tumor size/volume can be measured from tests so the study can track it.
- You are treated through the Halifax Neuropituitary Program surgical clinic and can consent to surgery and trial participation.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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