Proton beam vs. standard radiation: which is safer for advanced throat cancer?

NCT ID NCT07340515

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

Summary

This study compares two radiation methods—proton therapy and standard photon therapy—for people with advanced nasopharyngeal cancer. All 300 participants will receive chemotherapy and immunotherapy alongside radiation. The goal is to see which approach causes fewer severe side effects and helps patients live longer without the cancer returning.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

nasopharyngeal carcinoma

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Shandong Cancer Hospital and Institute, Shandong First Medical University and Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences

    RECRUITING

    Jinan, Shandong, 250117, China

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