New imaging study aims to sharpen proton therapy for kids
NCT ID NCT04125095
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study gathers imaging data from 367 children receiving proton therapy for cancer. Researchers will analyze daily scans to understand how patient positioning and movement affect treatment accuracy. The goal is to improve future radiation therapy by identifying factors that cause large setup errors.
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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Memphis, Tennessee, 38105, United States
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