Laser therapy for low-grade brain tumors in young people
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests a laser treatment called LITT for low-grade glioma (a type of brain tumor) that has come back or is growing despite prior treatment. It aims to see if the laser is safe and effective in young people aged 2 to 25.
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Who can take part
- You have a low-grade brain tumor that has come back or is growing after at least one prior treatment (like surgery or medication).
- The tumor can be safely reached with a laser, is up to 5 cm wide (not including any fluid-filled cysts), and is not in certain spots like the optic nerve or spinal cord.
- You are between 2 and 25 years old.
- You have fully recovered from side effects of previous treatments, and any chemotherapy or targeted therapy ended at least 3 weeks ago (6 weeks for some drugs).
- You are able to walk (or use a wheelchair), and you are on a stable or decreasing dose of steroids for at least a week if needed.
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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