Could less radiation mean fewer side effects for anal cancer patients?

NCT ID NCT05902533

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study is testing whether giving a lower dose of radiation to nearby lymph nodes during standard chemoradiation for anal cancer can reduce side effects like diarrhea, bladder issues, and skin problems. About 33 adults with locally advanced anal cancer will receive the reduced-dose radiation, and researchers will track their side effects for 90 days after treatment. The goal is to find a way to make treatment easier to tolerate without affecting how well it works.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ohio State University Medical Center

    Columbus, Ohio, 43210, United States

  • University of Cincinnati Medical Center

    Cincinnati, Ohio, 45219, United States

  • University of Vermont

    Burlington, Vermont, 05405, United States

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