Reduced-dose radiation for spine cancer spread
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Cancer, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests whether lower radiation doses work well for treating cancer that has spread to the spine. If you have a few spine tumors that are stable or causing symptoms, this study might help doctors find safer, faster treatment options.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Cancer has spread to your spine (metastases) and is suitable for a focused radiation therapy called SBRT
- You have 5 or fewer tumors total in your body
- Your spine is relatively stable (SINS score below 7, meaning the tumor hasn't weakened your vertebrae too much)
- You are 18 years or older with a life expectancy of at least 12 months
- You are in good overall health (ECOG performance status 0–1, meaning you can do most daily activities)
- You have only one active tumor on the specific vertebra being treated (though other vertebrae can have tumors too)
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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