Emergency radiation for spinal cord compression from cancer
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system, Cancer clinical trials.
This study tests a new, fast, CT-guided radiation treatment for people whose cancer has spread to the spine and is pressing on the spinal cord. It aims to quickly relieve symptoms, and is designed for those who are not eligible or do not want surgery.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with spinal cord compression due to metastatic cancer.
- Your spine is stable (not at risk of breaking) and your expected survival is more than 6 months.
- You are able to care for yourself (Karnofsky score of 60 or above).
- You have not had prior radiation or surgery for this specific spine area.
- You are 18 years old or older.
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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