Alpha radiation retreatment shows promise for returning cancers

NCT ID NCT04540588

First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated May 20, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study tested whether a second round of a special alpha radiation treatment (DaRT) is safe and effective for people with skin, mouth, or soft tissue cancers that came back after the first treatment. Only 2 participants were enrolled. The treatment involves placing tiny radiation seeds directly into the tumor. The goal was to shrink the tumor and track any side effects.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Sharett institute, Hadassah University Hospital - Ein-Kerem

    Jerusalem, 91120, Israel

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