Which radiation is gentler for rectal cancer?
NCT ID NCT02151019
First seen Apr 25, 2026 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compared two types of radiation therapy given before surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal was to see if one method caused fewer stomach and bowel side effects. About 94 people took part, but the study was stopped early.
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Locations
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St Luke's Centre for Radiation Oncology at St James Hospital
Dublin, Ireland
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St Luke's Centre for Radiation Oncology at St Lukes Hospital
Dublin, Ireland
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St Luke's Radiation Oncology Network at Beaumont Hospital
Dublin, 9, Ireland
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