Centre Georges Francois Leclerc
Clinical trials sponsored by Centre Georges Francois Leclerc, explained in plain language.
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Could zapping the spleen fix Chemo's side effect?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new use of targeted radiation (SIRT) to the spleen in 18 adults with gastrointestinal cancer whose platelet counts drop dangerously low after chemotherapy. The goal is to find a safe dose that raises platelets and reduces bleeding risk. It is an early-stage pil…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Georges Francois Leclerc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:00 UTC
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New radiation method aims to spare head and neck cancer patients from dry mouth and swallowing woes
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new way to deliver radiation for head and neck cancers that may reduce common side effects like dry mouth and trouble swallowing. About 70 adults with cancer of the mouth or throat will be randomly assigned to standard radiation or a newer technique that angles…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Georges Francois Leclerc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:47 UTC
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Blood test may predict immunotherapy success in cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether tiny particles in the blood, called extracellular vesicles, can help predict how well immunotherapy works for people with advanced lung cancer or melanoma. Researchers will collect blood samples from 378 patients before and during standard treatment. T…
Sponsor: Centre Georges Francois Leclerc • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:02 UTC