Proton therapy under the microscope: huge study aims to prove its worth

NCT ID NCT07317245

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is gathering information from 500 cancer patients treated with proton therapy, a type of radiation that may cause fewer side effects than standard radiation. Researchers want to see how well it works in everyday practice and track any side effects. The goal is to build evidence that could make proton therapy available to more people.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

proton therapy

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could provide stronger evidence to expand access to proton therapy for more cancer types, potentially reducing side effects compared to standard radiation.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results depend on the quality of real-world data, which may have limitations.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Rozzano, Michigan, 20025, Italy

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