Radiation therapy for pancreatic cancer before surgery
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests a special type of radiation therapy for people with pancreatic cancer who are going to have chemotherapy and then surgery. The radiation is 'painted' to give more dose to the tumor and less to nearby healthy tissue.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older
- You have a type of pancreatic cancer called pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) that has not spread to other organs
- Your doctor has recommended you have chemotherapy and radiation before surgery
- You have not had radiation to your chest, belly, or pelvic area before
- You have not had another cancer (except certain skin cancers) in the last 5 years
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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