Childhood radiation for benign tumors may affect adult brain function

NCT ID NCT01960751

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

Summary

This study looks at adults who received low-dose radiation to the brain as children for a non-cancerous skin growth. Researchers want to see if this radiation caused any long-term thinking or memory problems. About 150 participants will take memory and thinking tests to compare those who got higher versus lower doses.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help identify risk factors and brain structures affected by low-dose radiation, potentially guiding future monitoring or treatments.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study with no new treatment being tested. Results may not apply to other conditions or radiation doses.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Gustave Roussy

    Villejuif, France