Comparing two proton therapy schedules for breast cancer
Part of Cancer, Skin clinical trials.
This trial compares two ways of giving proton therapy to the breast or chest wall and nearby lymph nodes after surgery. The goal is to see if a shorter course of treatment works just as well as the standard longer course, while possibly reducing side effects.
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Who can take part
- You have stage I to III breast cancer and have had surgery (lumpectomy or mastectomy).
- Your doctor has recommended radiation to the breast or chest wall and nearby lymph nodes.
- You have no signs that the cancer has spread to distant parts of the body.
- You are generally well enough to carry out daily activities (ECOG score 0, 1, or 2).
- You can start radiation within 12 weeks after your last surgery or chemotherapy.
- You have not had radiation therapy to the same area before.
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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