Cancer Trials Ireland

This study aimed to see if a precise type of external radiation (3D conformal) works as well as internal radiation (brachytherapy) for women with early-stage breast cancer after lumpectomy. Only 6 women took part before the trial was stopped. The goal was to control any remaining…

This study tested whether giving a higher dose of radiation directly to the main tumor, while keeping standard doses to surrounding areas, is safe for people with non-small cell lung cancer. Six participants received targeted radiation plus standard chemotherapy. The goal was to …

This study tested whether combining two drugs, trametinib and hydroxychloroquine, could help overcome treatment resistance in people with advanced pancreatic cancer that had spread. It included 20 adults whose cancer had not responded to at least one prior therapy. The goal was t…

This study compared two types of radiation therapy given before surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal was to see if one method caused fewer stomach and bowel side effects. About 94 people took part, but the study was stopped early.