Precision proton beam shows promise for anal cancer treatment
NCT ID NCT01858025
First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This study tested a newer, more precise type of radiation called pencil beam proton therapy, given together with standard chemotherapy, for people with anal cancer. The goal was to see if this approach is practical and might cause fewer side effects than standard radiation. Twenty-five participants were enrolled, and researchers measured how well the treatment could be delivered and tracked any severe skin reactions.
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Locations
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States
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Roberts Proton Therapy Center of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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