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Clinical trials sponsored by Royal North Shore Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Second chance: focused radiation for recurrent prostate cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing whether a second, highly targeted dose of radiation (SBRT) can safely treat prostate cancer that has returned after initial radiation therapy. The study involves 36 men whose cancer is confined to a small area of the prostate. The main goal is to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Royal North Shore Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New radiation technique aims to cut side effects for pelvic cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a newer type of radiation therapy that adjusts to daily changes in a patient's body shape. The goal is to safely use smaller treatment areas to reduce side effects like bladder and bowel problems. About 280 adults with pelvic cancers (prostate, bladder, rectal, a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Royal North Shore Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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One big dose may beat many: new palliative radiotherapy trial
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares a single, higher-dose palliative radiotherapy session to the usual 5-10 sessions for people with metastatic cancer. The goal is to see if one strong dose can keep symptoms away longer, up to 12 months. About 100 participants will be enrolled to measure how lon…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Royal North Shore Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Daily tailored radiation may spare prostate cancer patients from harsh side effects
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new type of radiation therapy for prostate cancer that adjusts the treatment each day based on changes in the patient's anatomy. The goal is to see if this adaptive approach can safely reduce side effects like bladder and bowel problems. The trial involves 130 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Royal North Shore Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Custom 3D-Printed molds could make radiation safer for women with gynecologic cancer
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether 3D-printed custom applicators can deliver radiation more precisely than standard cylinder applicators for gynecologic cancers like endometrial, vaginal, and vulvar cancer. Ten participants will receive brachytherapy with a personalized 3D-printed mold. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Royal North Shore Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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AI takes on tumor contouring: can it match the experts?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares two ways of outlining tumors for breast cancer radiation: one done entirely by hand by a doctor, and one where artificial intelligence (AI) helps create the outline. The goal is to see if AI-assisted contouring is just as good and whether it saves time. About …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Royal North Shore Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC