Full vs empty bladder for pelvic radiation
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial is comparing two ways to prepare for pelvic radiation therapy: either with a full bladder or an empty bladder. The goal is to see which method works better for protecting healthy organs and reducing side effects.
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Who can take part
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You are getting radiation therapy to your pelvis for a cancer (such as bladder, prostate, rectum, cervix, or uterus) with the goal of a cure.
- The cancer has not spread into your bladder.
- You have not had radiation therapy to the pelvis before.
- You do not have Crohn's disease, scleroderma, or uncontrolled lupus (conditions that increase the risk of radiation side effects).
- If you can become pregnant, you agree to use effective birth control for at least 1 month before and during the study.
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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