David Palma
Clinical trials sponsored by David Palma, explained in plain language.
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New study tests 5-Day radiation vs. Month-Long treatment for skin cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests if a shorter, more precise radiation treatment (5 sessions) works as well as the standard longer treatment (20-30 sessions) for skin cancer that has spread to the lymph nodes in the neck. About 90 adults who have had surgery for this type of skin cancer will take…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: David Palma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:30 UTC
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New radiation combo aims to extend life for patients with up to 10 tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a precise, high-dose radiation treatment called SABR to standard care can improve survival in people with a primary tumor and up to 10 additional tumors that have spread. About 180 adults with various cancer types will be randomly assigned to stand…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: David Palma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:28 UTC
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New trial tests simple drugs to prevent radiation breathing woes
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether two drugs—N-acetyl cysteine and a short course of dexamethasone—can reduce severe shortness of breath after lung radiation in people with both lung cancer and interstitial lung disease. About 98 participants will receive either the drugs or placebos. The …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: David Palma • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:47 UTC