New short radiation course eases suffering for inoperable rectal cancer patients

NCT ID NCT03853733

First seen Mar 28, 2026 · Last updated Jun 07, 2026 · Updated 9 times

Summary

This study tests a shorter course of radiation (39 Gy in 13 sessions) to relieve symptoms like bleeding and pain in 50 rectal cancer patients who cannot have surgery due to age, other illnesses, or cancer spread. The goal is to improve quality of life with fewer side effects. It is a retrospective review of patients already treated with this approach.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Consorci Sanitari de Terrassa

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    Terrassa, Catalonia, 08227, Spain

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