Radiation after limited spine surgery for spine metastases
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Cancer clinical trials.
This study tests whether radiation given after limited surgery helps control cancer that has spread to a small area of the spine. It may help reduce tumor growth in the treated spine area and improve local control after operation.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have confirmed cancer (proven by biopsy) that has spread to a limited area of your spine and can be treated with surgery
- Your spine metastases cover no more than two consecutive spine levels that need surgery (other spots may be okay if they don’t need surgery)
- You can get a contrast MRI with gadolinium within 8 weeks before joining, and a contrast CT if needed
- You are age 20 or older, and you have at least 6 months of expected life
- You have not had any prior radiation to the spine level(s) being treated in this study
- You can follow study visits and instructions, and you can sign consent; pregnancy is not allowed
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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