New radiation technique aims to protect kids' bones and blood

NCT ID NCT03281889

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a special proton radiation method for children with brain tumors that need radiation to the brain and spine. The new approach spares parts of the backbone to reduce side effects like low blood counts and slowed bone growth. About 20 children aged 3 to 18 will receive this treatment to see if it is safe and works well.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumor brain cancer brain neoplasm ependymoblastoma ependymoma germ cell tumor low grade glioma medulloblastoma supratentorial primitive neuroectodermal tumor

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • MD Anderson Cancer Center

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02214, United States