New imaging methods aim to spare healthy lung during cancer radiation

NCT ID NCT06159660

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Sydney Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether special X-ray imaging techniques can map which parts of the lung are working best, so radiation for lung cancer can avoid those areas. Fifteen adults with stage II-IV lung cancer will get extra scans before and after their standard radiation treatment. The goal is to see if these imaging methods are accurate enough to guide safer radiation plans.

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 could lead to more precise radiation planning that avoids damaging healthy lung tissue, potentially reducing side effects for future patients.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early observational study (15 people) that is testing imaging methods, not a treatment. The techniques may not prove accurate enough or practical for routine use.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

lung neoplasm non-small cell lung carcinoma pulmonary fibrosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

LUNG NEOPLASM

Contacts and locations

Locations

Royal North Shore Hospital
RECRUITING

St Leonards, New South Wales, 2065, Australia

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