Brain radiation showdown: which technique saves your memory?

NCT ID NCT07505979

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This phase II trial tests three radiation approaches for people with six or more brain metastases from solid tumors. One group gets focused high-dose radiation (SRS), while the other two get whole-brain radiation with memory-sparing techniques plus a drug called memantine. The goal is to see which treatment best preserves cognitive function at six months. Ninety participants will be tracked with memory tests and brain scans.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Radiation therapy (SRS or WBRT) plus memantine

What this could lead to

If successful, this trial could identify which radiation approach best protects memory and thinking in patients with multiple brain metastases.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-phase trial (90 people) comparing three treatments, so results may not apply broadly. Radiation can still cause cognitive side effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

brain cancer

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