Could a single X-Ray beat COVID pneumonia? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT04466683
First seen Apr 29, 2026 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a single, low-dose radiation treatment to the chest can reduce lung inflammation in hospitalized adults with COVID-19 pneumonia. The goal is to see if this approach lowers the need for a ventilator, shortens hospital stays, and improves survival. About 37 participants will receive either standard care or standard care plus one low-dose radiation session.
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Locations
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Boca Raton Regional Hospital Lynn Cancer Institute
Boca Raton, Florida, 33486, United States
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Hospital Universitario San Ignacio
Bogotá, Colombia
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Indiana University School of Medicine
Indianapolis, Indiana, 46202, United States
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Lowell General Hospital Cancer Center
Lowell, Massachusetts, 01854, United States
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Loyola University Chicago
Maywood, Illinois, 60153, United States
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Miami Cancer Institute
Miami, Florida, 33176, United States
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Ohio State University James Cancer Hospital
Columbus, Ohio, 43210, United States
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