Studying ctDNA changes after radiation for liver cancer
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial studies how radiation therapy (SBRT) affects a DNA fragment in the blood called ctDNA in people with liver cancer. By tracking ctDNA changes, doctors hope to better understand how well the treatment is working and possibly predict outcomes earlier.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) with a tumor at least 3 cm in size
- You are planning to have a precise radiation treatment called SBRT
- Your liver is working fairly well (Child-Pugh A level)
- Your blood counts and kidney function are within safe ranges for the study
- You have not had TACE (a type of liver-directed therapy) in the last 3 months
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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