Proton beam therapy for abdominal neuroblastoma
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial uses a precise type of radiation called proton beam therapy to treat neuroblastoma in the belly area. Proton therapy aims to destroy cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue, which may reduce side effects.
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Who can take part
- You have a confirmed diagnosis of neuroblastoma in the belly area (abdomen) that can be treated with a type of radiation called proton beam therapy.
- You must be well enough to receive radical (aimed at cure) radiation treatment.
- You (or your parent or guardian) must give written permission to take part, and agree to have your data stored and used for research.
- If you are female and could become pregnant, you must agree to use effective contraception from the planning scan until the end of treatment.
- You cannot take part if you are pregnant.
Quick eligibility check
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