Vaginal dilation during pelvic radiation for anal cancer
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial studies a method to make vaginal dilation easier during pelvic radiotherapy in women with anal cancer. It may help reduce or prevent treatment-related vaginal narrowing and improve comfort and function.
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Who can take part
- You are female and age 18 or older
- You have anal cancer confirmed by biopsy results (squamous type)
- Your doctor plans to have pelvic radiation for your anal cancer (either before or after surgery)
- Your daily function is good enough for the trial (ECOG 0 to 2)
- You can and will sign informed 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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