Thomas Jefferson University

This phase 2 trial tested whether MRI-guided radiation therapy, given in fewer but higher doses, could safely treat high-risk prostate cancer while reducing side effects. The study enrolled 6 men with localized, high-risk prostate cancer who also received standard hormone therapy…

This early-phase trial tested a combination of hyperthermia (heating the tumor area) and the drug olaparib in 3 patients with breast cancer that had returned on the chest wall. The goal was to see if the combination was safe and could slow tumor growth. The study was terminated e…

This study tested a text-message-based diet program called Txt4fasting for people with breast or lung cancer that spread to the brain. The goal was to see if eating only during certain hours could reduce thinking and memory problems after radiation. Only 1 person enrolled before …

This study looked at whether using ultrasound to guide the placement of an IUD right after a vaginal delivery helps keep the IUD in place. About 100 women were randomly assigned to have the IUD inserted with or without ultrasound guidance. The goal was to see if ultrasound reduce…

This study aimed to see if a culturally tailored educational video could help African American, Korean, and Chinese adults learn about lung cancer and screening. Researchers planned focus groups and interviews with 11 participants to understand barriers. The trial was terminated …