New radiation monitor aims to catch errors during cancer treatment

NCT ID NCT07580651

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a plastic scintillation detector that can monitor radiation dose and source position in real time during brachytherapy for prostate and gynecologic cancers. The goal is to see if the device can be used without disrupting the treatment workflow. If it works, it could help prevent errors and make treatment safer.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

plastic scintillation detector

What this could lead to

If successful, this could lead to a safer way to deliver brachytherapy by catching errors in radiation dose or source position during treatment.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early feasibility study with only 20 patients, so results may not apply broadly. The device may not integrate smoothly into clinical workflow or detect errors reliably.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cervical cancer female reproductive organ cancer prostate cancer

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