Recombinant TSH for radioactive iodine therapy in thyroid cancer
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a medicine called recombinant human thyroid stimulating hormone (rhTSH) can help prepare your body for radioactive iodine (131I) treatment, which aims to destroy any remaining or spreading thyroid cancer cells. It may be a good option if your thyroid cancer has come back or spread and you are able to have radioactive iodine therapy.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You have differentiated thyroid cancer (like papillary or follicular) that has come back or spread, and at least one tumor is 10 mm or larger.
- Your blood counts, kidney function, and liver function tests are within safe ranges (your doctor will check these).
- You are not pregnant or planning to become pregnant, and you agree to use effective birth control during and after treatment.
- You do not have poorly controlled heart disease, diabetes, infections, or other serious health issues.
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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