Brain scans may reveal how to protect memory during radiation
NCT ID NCT04975139
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 71 glioma patients before and after radiation therapy to see how their thinking skills change. Researchers use special brain scans (RS-fMRI) to map which brain networks are most harmed by radiation. The goal is to learn which areas to avoid during treatment planning to preserve cognitive function.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors plan radiation therapy to better protect brain areas responsible for memory and thinking in glioma patients.
What could go wrong
This is an early observational study with only 71 participants. It does not test a treatment, so it may not lead to immediate changes in patient care.
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Washington University School of Medicine
St Louis, Missouri, 63110, United States