Thomas Jefferson University

This early-phase trial tested combining hyperthermia (heating the tumor area) with the drug olaparib in 3 patients whose breast cancer 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 early, so n…

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 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 tested whether a culturally tailored educational video could improve understanding of lung cancer and screening among African American, Korean, and Chinese adults in Philadelphia. Researchers held focus groups and interviews with 11 participants to identify barriers an…

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…