Sparing memory during brain radiation for leptomeningeal metastases
Part of Brain & nervous system, Cancer, Lungs & breathing, Skin clinical trials.
This trial tests a special type of radiation that avoids the memory center of the brain (the hippocampus) while treating cancer that has spread to the lining of the brain and spinal cord. It may help reduce side effects on thinking and memory for people with breast or lung cancer.
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Who can take part
- You have breast cancer or non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to the lining of your brain or spinal cord.
- You are healthy enough to receive radiation therapy and have a good ability to perform daily activities (Karnofsky score of 60 or higher).
- You are 18 years or older.
- Your blood counts are stable (hemoglobin > 8, neutrophils > 1,000, platelets > 100,000).
- You are not pregnant and, if able to have children, must use two effective forms of birth control.
- You can have an MRI with contrast and have not had prior radiation to the same area that would prevent safe treatment.
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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