Intraoperative radiation therapy for malignant brain tumors
Part of Brain & nervous system, Cancer clinical trials.
This study tests a targeted radiation treatment given during surgery to remove a malignant brain tumor. It may be an option if you have a high-grade glioma or other serious brain tumor and need radiation right after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You are able to take care of yourself and do most daily activities (KPS score of 60 or more).
- You have a brain tumor that is likely a high-grade glioma or other malignant tumor, confirmed by MRI or CT scan.
- You have not had any previous radiation or chemotherapy for this brain tumor.
- The tumor is located in the upper part of the brain (supratentorial) and can be removed by at least 90% during surgery.
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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