Last-Resort radiation therapy shows promise for rare childhood and adult cancers

NCT ID NCT01850888

First seen Nov 10, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study gave a special radioactive drug (131I-MIBG) to 15 patients with advanced neuroblastoma or pheochromocytoma who had run out of standard treatments. The goal was to see if it could shrink tumors and ease symptoms, while tracking side effects. Patients received different doses based on their health and stem cell availability.

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Locations

  • University of Minnesota Masonic Cancer Center

    Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455, United States

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