Lung cancer study watches, Doesn't treat
NCT ID NCT01279408
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at how doctors currently treat patients with a type of advanced lung cancer that is not causing symptoms and cannot be cured. It followed 46 patients who either received radiation therapy right away or waited until symptoms appeared. The goal was to understand the reasons behind these treatment choices and track how patients felt over time.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University Health Network, Princess Margaret Hospital
Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2M9, Canada
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