Shorter radiation course for thymus tumors after surgery
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests a shorter course of radiation therapy (fewer, larger doses) given after surgery for thymic tumors. The goal is to reduce the chance of the tumor returning while keeping side effects manageable.
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Who can take part
- You have a type of tumor in the thymus (a small organ in the chest) called thymoma or thymic carcinoma.
- You have already had surgery to remove the tumor and all visible disease.
- Your tumor is stage I, II, or III (has not spread far) and you need radiation after surgery.
- You are 18 years or older and healthy enough to undergo treatment (able to care for yourself, life expectancy at least 1 year).
- Your blood counts, kidney, and liver function are within acceptable ranges.
- You are able to attend follow-up appointments and agree to the study plan.
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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