Freezing vs. medication for growing desmoid tumors
Treatments studied
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial compares freezing the tumor (cryoablation) with standard medication for people with desmoid tumors that have grown or caused more symptoms. It aims to see which approach works better when the tumor is not in the belly.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 13 years old.
- You must have a desmoid tumor that is not in your belly and has been confirmed by a biopsy.
- Your tumor must have grown or caused more symptoms after a period of watching and waiting.
- You must be able to have an MRI before the treatment starts.
- You must not have had any other cancer treatment for this tumor, and you must not be pregnant or breastfeeding.
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