Ultrasound-guided pulsed radiofrequency for cancer anal pain
Part of Cancer, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests a treatment called pulsed radiofrequency applied through a small needle near the tailbone (caudal epidural) to see if it can help relieve cancer-related anal or perineal pain. It may be an option if you have this type of pain and are in reasonably good health aside from your cancer.
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Who can take part
- You have cancer-related pain in the anal or perineal area (the area around the anus).
- Your overall health is rated as ASA I or ASA III by your doctor.
- You do not have a bleeding disorder that makes clotting difficult.
- You are not allergic to contrast dye (used in some scans).
- You do not have moderate or severe heart, lung, or liver disease.
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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