One shot or three? new study tests best way to zap spine tumors

NCT ID NCT03028337

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study looks at two ways of giving precise radiation to spine tumors that have already been treated before. One group gets a single large dose, the other gets three smaller doses. The goal is to see which approach better controls the tumor, eases pain, and improves quality of life. About 80 adults with cancer that spread to the spine are taking part.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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