Brain scans may predict memory problems after radiation for brain tumors
NCT ID NCT04073966
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study uses special MRI scans to see how radiation treatment affects the brain's white matter and thinking skills in people with cancer that has spread to the brain. Researchers will follow 15 patients to find early signs of memory or concentration problems. The goal is to better understand these side effects so doctors can reduce them in the future.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help doctors predict and reduce memory and thinking problems after brain radiation.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 15 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It is observational, meaning it does not test a new treatment.
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Department of Radiation Oncology
Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States