British Columbia Cancer Agency
Clinical trials sponsored by British Columbia Cancer Agency, explained in plain language.
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Gentler radiation trial seeks better balance for eye cancer patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a lower dose of radiation therapy for people with slow-growing lymphoma in the eye area. Researchers want to see if giving 12Gy of radiation in 6 sessions provides good tumor control while causing fewer long-term side effects than the current standard higher…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: British Columbia Cancer Agency • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 21:26 UTC
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One-Day radiation vs weeks of treatment: which works better for breast cancer?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two radiation approaches after breast-conserving surgery for early-stage breast cancer. Researchers want to see if a single radiation treatment works as well as five treatments over several weeks. They'll measure side effects, quality of life, and cancer contr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: British Columbia Cancer Agency • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:27 UTC
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Swallow, Don't inject? new study tests Pill-Style cancer scans
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study is testing if a cancer imaging tracer can be swallowed instead of injected for a PET scan. Researchers want to see if this oral method, used with a new, faster scanner, provides clear images and is preferred by patients. About 27 people with cancer will get two scans—o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: British Columbia Cancer Agency • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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Radiation boost tested to shrink tough tumors faster
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether giving a slightly higher dose of radiation can better control large, bulky tumors that have spread from cancer. It compares standard radiation to a higher-dose approach in patients with advanced cancer who are seeking symptom relief, not a cure. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: British Columbia Cancer Agency • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Can a hand squeeze predict pancreatic cancer survival?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to understand if a simple hand grip strength test can provide useful information for adults with pancreatic cancer. Researchers will ask 50 participants to squeeze a device during their regular clinic visits and fill out questionnaires about their well-being. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: British Columbia Cancer Agency • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC