Smart radiation: new trial aims to zap lingering lymphoma cells

NCT ID NCT07517705

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

Summary

This study tests whether using a blood test (MRD) after two cycles of chemoimmunotherapy can guide the use of low-dose radiation in patients with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. Patients with detectable cancer DNA in their blood may receive targeted radiation to remaining spots on PET scans, while those with no detectable DNA continue standard therapy. The goal is to see if this personalized approach is feasible and safe.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Low-dose radiation therapy combined with standard chemoimmunotherapy (R-CHOP or similar regimens)

What this could lead to

If successful, this approach could help personalize treatment for lymphoma, potentially improving response rates by targeting residual disease early.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-phase feasibility study (50 participants) and not yet recruiting. The added radiation may not improve outcomes and could increase side effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diffuse large B-cell lymphoma follicular lymphoma large B-cell lymphoma Neoplasm, Residual post-transplant lymphoproliferative disease Richter transformation

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Fred & Pamela Buffet Cancer Center

    Omaha, Nebraska, 68198, United States

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