FLASH therapy: a flash of hope for head and neck cancer retreatment?

NCT ID NCT07644585

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This early study tests a new type of radiation therapy called ConformalFLASH, which delivers radiation at an ultra-high speed. It is for 10 adults with head and neck cancer who need a second round of radiation but cannot have surgery. The goal is to see if this fast treatment is possible and safe, with the hope of reducing side effects compared to standard radiation.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

head and neck cancer head and neck carcinoma Head and Neck Neoplasms

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • The University of Pennsylvania, Department of Radiation Oncology

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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