Improving breathing after lung radiation therapy
Part of Cancer, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests a new radiation technique (INSPIRE RT) that aims to preserve more lung function during treatment for stage III non-small cell lung cancer. It may help you breathe better after radiotherapy.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older with stage III non-small cell lung cancer.
- You will receive radiation to the lung, possibly with chemo or immunotherapy.
- You can hold your breath for at least 15 seconds.
- You have not had radiation to the lung before.
- You have not had lung surgery in the past year or do not plan to have it soon.
- You do not have severe COPD or interstitial lung disease.
- You are not pregnant or trying to become pregnant.
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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