Targeted radiation for spinal metastases causing significant pain
Part of Cancer, Kidney & urinary, Lungs & breathing, Skin clinical trials.
This trial tests a focused form of radiation (stereotactic body radiation) to treat cancer spread to the spine, especially when it causes substantial pain. It may help shrink or control the spinal spots while limiting damage to surrounding tissues.
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Who can take part
- Your overall health status is very good (WHO score 0–2)
- The original tumor diagnosis is confirmed by biopsy/pathology, and the spinal spots are confirmed by scans or biopsy
- Your spinal metastases are limited to 3 straight vertebral levels in a row
- You have significant back pain (pain score 5 or higher), and your pain medicines are recorded
- You can get an enhanced MRI of the involved spine within 2 weeks before radiation
- Your blood and organ tests are within required ranges (blood counts, liver, and kidney) and you can sign consent
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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