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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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • St Luke's Centre for Radiation Oncology at St James Hospital

    Dublin, Ireland

  • St Luke's Centre for Radiation Oncology at St Lukes Hospital

    Dublin, Ireland

  • St Luke's Radiation Oncology Network at Beaumont Hospital

    Dublin, 9, Ireland

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