Short course radiation for brain tumors in children
Part of Brain & nervous system, Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests a short course of radiation (fewer sessions) to help control symptoms from cancer that has spread to the brain or come back in the brain. It is for children and young adults whose cancer cannot be cured, and who are able to do some daily activities.
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Who can take part
- You are 21 years old or younger.
- You have an incurable cancer that has spread to the brain or started in the brain and came back.
- Your cancer team has agreed that radiation should be used to help with symptoms.
- You are able to do some daily activities (like playing or walking) at least 40% of the time.
- You are not planning to receive proton radiation.
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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