Tiny study probes tumor oxygen levels in cervical cancer
NCT ID NCT03970083
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study measures oxygen levels inside cervical cancer tumors during a type of radiation called brachytherapy. Ten adult patients with cervical cancer will have tiny oxygen sensors placed in their tumors during the procedure. The goal is to see if oxygen levels relate to how well the cancer responds to treatment.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors understand how tumor oxygen levels affect treatment outcomes, potentially guiding future therapies.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early-stage observational study with only 10 participants, so results may not apply broadly. It does not test a new treatment.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States