Heat therapy for lung tumors: a new hope for Non-Surgical patients?
NCT ID NCT00280189
First seen Apr 19, 2026 · Last updated Jun 12, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
This study looks at using radiofrequency ablation (RFA), a heat-based treatment, to control lung tumors in people who cannot have surgery. It involves 72 adults with early-stage lung cancer or tumors that have spread to the lungs. The goal is to see if RFA can help control the tumor, improve survival, and maintain quality of life.
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Hillman Cancer Center
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15232, United States
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