British Columbia Cancer Agency
Clinical trials sponsored by British Columbia Cancer Agency, explained in plain language.
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Could one radiation dose be enough? new trial aims to cut breast cancer treatment time
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a single radiation session after breast cancer surgery works as well as the usual five sessions. It includes 60 women aged 40+ with early-stage breast cancer. The goal is to make treatment easier for patients who live far from cancer centers.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: British Columbia Cancer Agency • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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New radiation dose aims to tame eye cancer with fewer side effects
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a middle-ground radiation dose (12 Gy in 6 sessions) for low-grade B-cell lymphoma in the eye area. The goal is to control the tumor better than very low-dose radiation while causing fewer long-term side effects than the standard higher dose. About 36 adults with…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: British Columbia Cancer Agency • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:02 UTC
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Can a stronger radiation dose help patients with large tumors?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares standard palliative radiotherapy (24 Gray in 3 sessions) with a higher dose (27 Gray in 3 sessions) for patients with bulky metastatic cancer that has spread. The goal is to see if the higher dose improves local tumor control and survival. About 20 adults with…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: British Columbia Cancer Agency • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:00 UTC
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Simple hand squeeze test may reveal hidden clues in pancreatic cancer
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether measuring hand grip strength in adults with pancreatic cancer can give doctors useful information about how the disease and treatment are affecting the body. About 50 participants will squeeze a handheld device during regular clinic visits and fill out…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: British Columbia Cancer Agency • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC