Did childhood radiation for a benign skin condition affect the brain decades later?

NCT ID NCT01960751

First seen Apr 25, 2026 · Last updated Apr 25, 2026

Summary

This study looked at adults who received low-dose radiation to the brain as children for a harmless skin growth (hemangioma). Researchers tested their memory, thinking, and other brain functions to see if the radiation caused any long-term problems. The goal was to understand risks and identify which brain areas might be affected.

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Locations

  • Gustave Roussy

    Villejuif, France

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