Samarium for pain from bone cancer
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests a new radioactive drug (samarium) given once to reduce severe bone pain from cancer that has spread to the bones. It is for people whose pain is not controlled by current treatments and who cannot have standard radiation.
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Who can take part
- You have cancer that has spread to your bones, causing at least moderate pain (4 out of 10 on a pain scale).
- Your cancer is no longer responding to standard treatments, or you cannot have radiation to the painful spots.
- Your kidneys, liver, and blood counts meet certain minimum levels (your doctor can check).
- You are expected to live at least 4 months (16 weeks).
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and you do not have an unstable spine or recent heart problems.
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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