Radiation Boost Techniques for Advanced Cervical Cancer
Part of Cancer, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial compares two ways of delivering targeted radiation therapy to help treat advanced cervical cancer (stage IIIC). The study tests whether adding a focused radiation boost using newer technology improves outcomes alongside chemotherapy and standard radiation.
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Who can take part
- Diagnosed with stage IIIC cervical cancer (cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes)
- Have not received previous radiation therapy to the pelvis (lower abdomen/pelvic area)
- Have not had prior pelvic surgery for cancer treatment
- In reasonably good overall health (able to care for yourself, though some limitations are okay)
- No other active cancer diagnoses or severe uncontrolled medical conditions like unmanaged diabetes or heart disease
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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